The bar service and drinks are absolutely wonderful…read more As someone more accustomed to drinking spirits at home than in bars, I was a bit nervous on what I could order. I did as much research online as I could about the cocktails that were made here and whether or not I'd be able to have them (allergies and dietary restrictions). Initially I went in thinking that I'd only be able to order 2 types of drinks (a margarita and a mojito) since they were both rum-based, which at the moment is the only type of spirit I can consume without having to deal with angry red splotches on my face and arms (vodka and whiskey just don't agree with my skin I suppose). But the bartender asked me what types of alcohols I preferred, so that he could make me something that I could have without worrying about substituting ingredients from certain menu items. He was able to make me 2 Sailor Jerry rums over ice and I can't quite remember what the other ingredients were, but I'm pretty sure there was cinnamon, lemon/lime juice, and something else which tasted amazing!!! I then proceeded to try the mojito, which was SO beautifully prepared, and tasted just as great as it looked. Something about lime (and mint) in drinks makes my tastebuds extra happy. And I'm not one to usually like drinks with any sort of fizz in them, but this mojito was just, I've found myself saying it a lot in this review, beautiful. And lastly the margarita. I almost felt sad drinking out of the glass because the presentation seemed so intricate and aesthetically pleasing! Again, outstanding craftmanship by the bartender. The sips I took of the drink coupled with the salted rim of the glass were an adventure. I finished the entire drink in 15 minutes (while saving a sip for my partner to try) but at no point in that time was I able to figure out what that intriguing and delicious taste combination reminded me of. It tasted so familiar yet so new to me. Fantastic. Out of all four drinks I had, I can't say that any one of them is better than the other, but the Sailor Jerry mix definitely made it's way into one of my favorite drinks I've ever had in my life, no joke. I was a bit too tipsy to properly look for the bartender who made these drinks for me, but if I could've found him I'd like to thank and compliment him on his craftmanship!

A local favorite with good food and atmosphere this place is fine to take the kids to and also a…read morelarge group of people the staff are helpful and the beer selection is wide

Since my last review I've been back a few times and it appears they have cleaned up a lot of the…read moreissues. The food tasted great, plenty to choice from with beers, a lot of places to sit but can get busy near lunch or dinner so arrive early if you want a decent table. Plenty of parking. Only a 5 minute walk from the new Sydney Metro station at Rouse Hill.

They have the best value $10 steak ever (Only available on Saturdays). For that price you get a…read morethick piece of rump steak, fat chips and small salad. So far the quality of the beef pretty good sometimes you might get a tough batch but lately its really good value and as you can see in the photo, it's much thicker than other $10 deals going around. I always order medium-rare. If they are really busy, order one temperature down as it tends to rest a long time before you get the beep making your steak more overcooked than you ordered. The steak comes with a gravy, however a wide range of self-service generic condiments are also available such as mustard, tomato sauce, mustard seeds, bbq sauce, etc. Conclusion It a good place to catch the weekend games on the big screen with a beer after/during your Saturday steak. Other sections include a wine bar and live music lounge. If you stay long enough it becomes a full-on club with DJ. @thesydneynoob

The American steak sandwich was amazing. Give it a try. The staff work very hard and are very…read morehelpful. A great place to catch up with friends but try and book a table.

I love irish food and the restaurant at this Pub is one of the best, the Lamb shanks are amazing…read moreand such generous serves. A great collection of drinks at the bar and reasonable prices.

This pub was actually pretty cool, though I have to admit that half the reason I am saying that is…read morebecause it happens to have the word cat in its name, and any pub that has the word cat in its name is going to attract my attention. Still, it was actually quite a nice pub with a pretty decent atmosphere, and a nice outdoor area as well. Oh, and they also had some nice beers on tap as well, which was pretty cool.

This is a big modern pub with a good selection of beers on tap and an appetising menu. I am stuck…read moreon the cod and leek pie, with its delicious short pastry and generous tasty filling. Washed down with a white rabbit ale and good company, Thursday nights don't come much better than this.

Hubby and I were waiting on the ferry when we spotted 4 Pines Brewing Company. We naturally headed…read moreover for a pint. We found an open table on the upstairs outdoor patio with a gorgeous view of Manly Wharf. The bar staff took our order and poured our beers quickly. This location was perfect for an afternoon beer!

It's #thurstythursday and #throwbackthursday and I'm reminiscing about visiting my first brewery in…read moreAustralia. I was on an 8hr layover in Sydney on my way to Perth and decided to venture out to Manly via the harbor water taxi. It was in the middle of a hellacious rainstorm, so the ferry ride was definitely "lively". 4Pines Brewpub was the closest brewery to the quay, so I made a run for it and was greeted with a nice beer selection (did a flight #natch ), friendly staff, ample seating (w/a view), and respite from the storm. It was a great way to say g'day to beer in Oz! Definitely recommend stopping by if you're ever in that neck of the woods DownUnder as it is super convenient to the Corso which takes you to Manly Beach. The Draught Kölsch 4.6% The American Amber Ale 5.1% The ESB (Extra Special Bitter) 5.4% The Irish Dry Stout 5.1%

What a fun spot in Sydney! Super cool vibe and everyone on the staff that we encountered were…read moreawesome! Beer was good. We got tasters, and loved the darker brews, and others were good. The Aussie Beef Pie is what got my wife excited about visiting, and it was really great! I had the Tikka Massala and it was super tasty. It was a bit thinner that I'd have liked, but flavors and heat were spot on. This place is an absolute winner!

The Lord Nelson Brewery has your typical Australian pub on the ground floor but a very nice…read morerestaurant upstairs with great food served at able with white table cloths. We had dark Old Admiral beer and spaghetti with Australian blue crab, and the barramundi filet. Both were great. Go for unexpectedly non-pub like meal in The Rocks.

We had just flown in from the US and our hotel room was not ready so we happened upon Harts Pub…read more (The Rocks area) It was my introduction to Australian beer and it did not disappoint. The pub had 12 rotating taps but the one that blew me a way was a double IPA by the name of Pickled Monkey Brewing Company. They must have had about 8 taps from this brewery. Thirsty? Make sure you stop here.

Supposedly the oldest pub in Hobart. On this Sunday night it felt like it. Just outside the Rocks…read morearea which is good. This old looking pub has a strange outside deck and somewhat dingy inside( in-line with its age claim). Nobody there on Sunday night so not a fair test I suppose. I asked Batman and he said busy during week with office workers ( and tourists). This may improve feel but other than checking off your tourist list of oldest pubs in Hobart ( there are 4 claimants- with all the others better in my opinion)

When we travel, we always look for bars from the list of 50 best bars in the world. In Sydney,…read morethat's Maybe Sammy. It's been on the list for seven years according to our host. It did not disappoint. It is a lively, beautiful and classy space with amazing service and interesting cocktails. The theme is based on the Rat pack of the 50s and 60s and they do a great job of that concept. The menu is a bit complicated but it's all about the cocktails. I had the James Bond, a gin martini that met all my martini expectations. It's a great experience and one everyone should try when you visit Sydney.

From the moment I walked in the door!!!! Few places embrace you like this. Great staff...who can…read moresomehow remember your name 6 hours later!! lol (shout out to Emery) I sat at the bar. And from now on that's the only place I'd choose. The bar men, dressed in their 20's garb, engaged, dressed up their cocktails and put on a show. Front row seat. I went to check it out, stay for a drink but got caught up and stayed for 6 hours. Laughed the time away with strangers I met seated beside me. Cocktails were delicious and creative. The food menu was select and very tasty. The hosts/staff, made it easy and helped guide me through what I might want. Not a cheap night but I got what I payed for and left more than satisfied. I'll be bringing more guests as I love to show off my city.

Only had the Irish meatballs and on Sunday there is a 2 for 1 meal deal,but if I had to pay $22 for…read more4 meatballs and mash,I definitely would not think this is good value! I wonder if it's because it was 2 for 1 that I got that amount. I was still hungry afterwards The meatballs were ok,nothing special My friend said the beef burger here is good though,might try that next time