Met up with some friends here for drinks and food…read more We all met in the back room, which we had to ourselves. I'm not sure if this is the norm, but we ordered at the bar, got a number and then our food was brought out. Not sure if there's waiter service normally. Anyway, I was not overly hungry. My friend and I decided to share fried Mac and cheese and fries. The fried Mac and cheese was good. The menu described them as "balls" but they were more like bites. Flavors were good. It came with a black garlic mayo, which was pretty good. The French fries were also really good. It came with an aioli for dipping which was flavorful. To drink I had the house lager, which was basic, but refreshing. Decent spot to hang with friends.

This pub is most definitely a must do if you're in Sydney and love a pub feed! They punch well…read moreabove most. Really friendly staff, nothing but a can-do but casual spirit. Well set out spaces over 2 floors, proper a/c - not too cold. Now the best part the food and drinks could well be much more expensive. Amazing bottle prices for wine, loads of in Tap Craft Beers (see Image for list) and super generous food portions for the low prices but great quality all the same. Do yourself a favour and add it on your list!

It's hard not to give this place four stars just because it saw me through many a…read moreuniversity-inspired stress attack and has an awesome happy hour... but for such a great space and location, I feel like Kuletos isn't what it could be. It's a little dirty, a bit tired and service is unpredictable. The terrace upstairs has the potential to be such an amazing place to hang out (and a great space for private functions) and the downstairs area is big, dark and condusive to romance (ahhh... memories....)... but overall Kuletos has lost some of the spark/energy that can be found in similar bars across Sydney. Despite the tiredness, this is a great bar to start your night (or spend your evening, if you're not having a big one). Grab some two-for-one cocktails, unwind with friends and transition into a more tipsy, carefree version of yourself. You'll have a good time, the drinks are great, it's got a nice vibe... but it could be so much more.

I remember being 18 and grabbing a Toblerone before a big night in Newtown. Now in my 30s I grab a…read moreToblerone before a quiet night in Newtown. It is 3 levels separated by street art painted walls. The inside levels have some bar, stool and table seating, the atmosphere is quite closed up and dark. The upstairs level has picnic tables and a far view of the city and has a completely different feel compared to inside. Maybe it is the daylight drinking or my older eyes but it is showing some age, but still if I am in Newtown I will be grabbing a Toblerone.

Funky little bowling alley with 50's themed decor including an Elvis Presley statue! Came with a…read moreScoopon voucher that was $5 a game which is an absolute STEAL in Sydney. The weekend prices aren't too bad tho - they have $25 all you can bowl from 9:00PM to 1AM, which is pretty good and its disco lights to boot! Friendly service and decent lanes.

What do you do when you've got nothing to do?…read more You go bowling of course! Me and a friend were looking for something to do on a friday night. My mate suggested to go bowling. I personally hadn't been bowling in a looooong time. Maybe 5 or so years. So I thought, "why not!" As you enter, the foyer floor looks like a bowling lane. Nice touch guys. Up the stairs and suddenly you're in the 60's. A big red Cadillac, And old school decor. The place was nice and clean with an awesome music selection. The most amazing thing was the price. $25 for 2 hours of unlimited bowling after 10pm on Fridays and Saturdays! Between two people that worked out to 5 games (with a good 20 minutes spare) and two really sore arms the next day. Also, late night bowling every other night is only $20 for 2 hours! Incredible! We had a great time, so we went back the next night and did it all again. I can't lift my arm. I typed this with my nose. You're welcome.

This bar was actually pretty awesome, though it happens to be one of those bars that can be a…read morelittle difficult to find, namely because it happens to be located down the back of a hallway, and past a couple of other places as well. Still, it was actually pretty awesome, especially the staff, who were very pleasant to deal with. Sure, the place is a little dark and dingy, but that is what made it great, and the craft beers as well, I can't forget them.

Freda's is a great little place. It sells itself as a bar... but has the most amazing table service…read moreI've experienced in Sydney outside fine dining. We walked in and sat down, contemplated what to drink, but before we could stand and head for the bar there was a guy at our table taking our order. The tapas style menu features a lot of "preserved" dishes. A few cerviche options, tasty pickled things, olives and a couple of token hot dishes. We went for the olives ($7) which was sadly underwhelming and stupidly overpriced. It was a tiny dish of baby olives... meh. In better news the garfish cerviche ($13) was great - not a Mexican style like I was expecting, rather a salty Mediterranean flavour. The pickled eggplant ($10) was recommended and we loved it, as was the sarjuk and hummus ($17). I want so desperately to give Freda's 5 stars... but it's just so overpriced. Especially for a place with no kitchen that can only serve pre-prepared and re-heatable dishes. Even though the food is great, the serves are tiny (even for tapas) so I probably won't be rushing back, and hey, I still haven't made it to Bodega ;)

I've seen many a great band advertised here but as is my wont, the thing that finally got me here…read morewas the lure of a spankin new comedy night. And it doesn't hurt that this deep wild-wild-inner-western venue is on the freakin bondi junction train line! #ftw Hump Night (Wednesdays, in a camel themed bar, capiche?) Comedy's opening night was brilliant, with a stellar lineup & full house. The decor description is best quoted to the night's MC- David Smeidt- who described it ss if a gay pirate was having a garage sale. Camels, camel themes, and some classic posters- the gay pirates responsible for decorating Camelot have definitely never heard the expression, "less is more"... I ordered a garlic pizza cos it was like $8. It was alright & for $8 I ain't gonna complain the crust was a bit hard tho. Some pretty amazing looking mezze plates were doing the rounds and making me regret my decision. Now that I know how easy it is to get to and groovy a venue it is I'm looking forward to joining the camel cult.

Random nights are the best nights, aren't they?…read more My friend Isobel sent me a message last week, with a Facebook link saying, wanna check this out next week in good old Marrickville? I was like, yeeerrrppppp, let's go. Why not, right? So tonight, I look at the Facebook page to figure out where it is and its like all trendy and ambiguous "in the back streets of Marrickville".... well, where the FUCK is that, eh??? Bloody thing. Well, I figured it out and I can't tell you how AWESOME it was! Dimly lit, trendy, hipster kitch. Think Shady Pines, but not so much Americana. Yes, cowboys. But also gypsies, persian carpets, camels and eastern flair. The owner, came over and introduced himself to us and was like, how did you hear about us? Well, we have the very uncool story that Isobel's mum told her about it. Yeah, I'm serious. LOL. We think it's funny as hell too, especially since the place was so great, so unknown. Her mum saw some live music here a few weeks ago. I should probably make up a cooler story about how I know about the place that makes me sound really awesome with my finger right on the pulse of avant guarde Sydney or something, so when I bring people here I can be like... yeah... I'm cool... man?!! We had wines which were delicious. I had an SA Pinot Noir. Hey, look! I'm trying to learn my wines! Be impressed. I'm a wine doofus. Downstairs is "Django Bar" which is I guess, not a music venue. Camelot is technically on the top floor, and is a music venue with some food... the garlic pizza is amazing. Perfectly garlicky and cheesy melty goodness. Sean Taylor was playing, he was described as a Chris Isaak acoustic guitar type.... well, wow, I could have easily stayed out til past midnight if it wasn't a school night. He was amazing. Everything was 5 star. I'm really glad to be able to write this review for such a great NEW establishment, but it's even better that it's in my home suburb of dear old MARRICKVILLE!!! Marrickville is seriously Sydney's Brooklyn. Seriously. Its coming up in the world. Watch out.

Wonderful place, kept coming back, cocktail menu is thoughtful and interesting. A can't miss in the…read morearea!

Now this place was pretty awesome, but any bar where the bouncer, and the bartender, comment on how…read morecool my T-shirt is is certainly a place that I'm going to recommend highly. Okay, maybe I'm being a bit egotistical, but it does have that effect of making you feel much more welcome than otherwise. Basically it is a pirate themed bar, and while it is pretty dark inside, it still has an awesome vibe. Oh, and it also has some pretty decent beers on tap as well.

Nice lunch option in Coogee. You'll find something for everyone in the family here, from food and…read morebeer to ice cream and even games in the back area. It was quite busy when we came in for lunch but the staff were attentive and service was prompt.

My fave restaurant in Coogee by far!…read more Crab + prawn pasta was perfect, good size Garlic bread was so fresh and warm absolutely my favorite. Oysters are so fresh and the vinegar served on the side is the perfect touch. Service was quick for how busy it was here and our waitress insured we were taken care of. Such a great spot you have to try it when you're in Coogee!!

This bar has one of the best views in sydney and serves cocktails too. Lovely outdoor small balcony…read morewith seats and the view is fabulous. Tucked away in a small laneway up four floors this is probably one of the lesser known planes with a view that I know of. Good staff and their cocktails are also good. Food options here but we did not eat. Overall a lovely place to spend and evening or afternoon with fabulous views.

This is a really great place - with a view that will delight you, whether it's day or night. I…read morehave been here twice, both for special occasions, and both times it was a great choice. The view is almost 360 degrees, so your table will be great, no matter where you're seated. Service is very nice and the food is great. For my most recent visit, my friends and I enjoyed some share plates - Beetroot Salad, Cos Salad, Sweet Potato dish and Pork Belly. Everything was presented well and delicious. I wouldn't hesitate to come again. Thanks to all who helped us have such a special time.