Sydney

Inspired by its history as one of Sydney's first microbreweries, located right in the heart of Darling Harbour, the Pumphouse Sydney consistently stocks an evolving and diverse beer selection tailored to quench the thirst of beer lovers and novices alike. The heritage listed bar offers a range of over 60 different craft and premium brews alongside specialty beers unique to the Pumphouse Sydney, including their very own renowned signature, the Thunderbolt Strong Ale. To complete your experience at The Pumphouse, executive chef Jason Palmero and his team has created a new range of food, suited to accompany any of your drinks preference. The concept of the new menu has been inspired by the Pumphouse's rich history, fusing good Australian pub grub with American influence to keep you satisfied. Pumphouse Sydney features an outdoor terrace, one of Australia's longest steel bars, and relaxed ottoman style seating area.

On the fourth floor of the Establishment Precinct is a world of opulence, inspired by the sophistication of the Ottoman Empire. Hemmesphere, derived from the surname of founder Justin Hemmes, features exotic furnishings, low lounges and ambient lighting, which create an intimate atmosphere for any evening out. Fancy cocktails are available in abundance, vintage drams and select wines add to the mix, as does a compact menu of Japanese bento boxes, platters, and supper snacks.

On the Manly Wharf, Hugos Manly is one of Sydney's waterfront restaurants with spectacular views of Sydney Harbour. A delicious mix of pizza and pasta, the menu was created by celebrity chef Pete Evans. You'll also be impressed by the skills of the award-winning bar team. Take a ferry from Circular Quay across the sparkling harbour and soak up the lovely atmosphere of Hugos Manly.

Ivy is an entertainment palace in the city centre. From cocktail bars and dancing to bistros and a rooftop pool bar, ivy is a Sydney party destination. Enter via Angel Place laneway and head to French bar and bistro Felix for a dry Martini, or to Ash Street Cellar for tapas. Palings, on level one, delivers Mod Oz cuisine. Up the elevator you’ll discover a sparkling rooftop pool at the Ivy Pool Club. Friday hip-hop nights and Pacha Saturdays offer dance party heaven.

Hidden up a laneway with a secret entrance, this swanky underground cocktail bar, located beneath the Establishment, has an American-inspired bar menu, with dishes like pastrami on rye and macaroni and cheese, and an incredible list of drinks and cocktails such as the power-packed Prohibition. Bartenders are dressed to the nines in Great Gatsby style, to capture the spirit of the Roaring Twenties. Settle into a lounge, take in the live music and enjoy the warm glow.

This three-storey heritage hotel in The Rocks has a rooftop bar with 180-degree views of Sydney Harbour and the city centre. On the middle floor is the lounge cocktail bar, with Juliette balconies and an elegant ambience for gatherings of friends or family. The ground floor has a traditional pub vibe. A great place to meet for lunch or after-work drinks.

Sydney’s first boutique brewery and the oldest in Australia, the Lord Nelson is famous for its award-winning 100% natural ales. Fermentation occurs at the brewery at the rear of the bar, and the beer is matured in the cellar, then perfectly conditioned before heading straight to the taps on the bar, and into your schooner or pint glass. The pub itself has been restored to its former 1852 glory, revealing a beautiful sandstone facade plus high ceilings, blazing hearths and convict history.

This small, sophisticated bar is stocked with a veritable library of wines. You can choose from more than 500 wines, with a great selection of Australian and international wines. You'll appreciate the casual, cosy seating nestled around the warmly lit bar. Afternoon snacks and pre-dinner drinks are available at the bar, and there is also a separate dining area and a secluded, intimate outdoor oasis.

Stylish, sleek and sophisticated, this glamorous bar at the Hilton Sydney has an outdoor terrace overlooking the grand Queen Victoria Building, which was completed in 1898 and beautifully restored in the 1980s. Zeta’s experienced mixologists come from all over the world and consistently drive Sydney’s cocktail culture forward with fresh, innovative cocktail concepts that push the boundaries.