Tale of two meals. I went for the Wednesday steak and frites night and was pleasantly surprised…read more They had tenderloin which is not my favorite cut. However, it was seasoned and cooked perfectly. For my second meal, I had the set menu. There was nothing I ordered that was memorable. If I had to pick, it would be the seared tuna over avocado mousse. The lamb was missing something. It wasn't seasoned and relied on the sauce. It was also sous vide, so no natural meat juices. Finished a night with a crème brûlée and it's the first time I never finished one. It was a bit dense. I would avoid the items I ordered and give the other items a try. So more of a 3.5 but I'm rounding up because the service is super friendly and it's the little bistro in your neighborhood that's always welcoming. Heads up, happy hour is limited to beer and wine and fries.

$2 Pinxtos on Thursday is what drew me on and I wasn't disappointed the food was so flavoursome and…read morethe service was lovely. What I was disappointed about was the lousy Sydney weather and our public transport, it's the absolute pits. Anyway, Black Bottle is great! Go eat, drink and be merry fellow Yelpers

My new favourite wine bar. Service and wine selection are impressive. Hidden away in a great…read morelaneway. Feels more like Melbourne than Sydney.

Favorite wine bar full stop. Great reds by the glass and the burata is on point. Right in the…read moreCross, but it's where the adults like to hang out. My kind of place

Great little wine bar is a back lane of Darlo ! Perfect for a casual date or a catchup with a…read morefriend :-) There cheese food platter is to die for - very generous portions for 24$ with delicious grilled bread and slices of pear / walnuts. There wine list is huge - do not hesitate to try something different and ask for advice as they are passionate about their wines and knowledgable !

Tilly Devine comes in a small package but packs a punch, it's tucked away in Crown Lane, and can be…read more a bit difficult to locate amidst the small eateries around lower Darlinghurst, so bring you're phone to guide you. The cute bar staff with their hipster big rimmed glasses, styled hair, and low-rise skinny jeans, are not only very attractive, but offer up some acute knowledge on the origins of their wine list, and bar food. To start we were sheltered from the horrible weather outside, to a small thin table, which was a tad too long for proper conversation. Although, with olives and bread, good wine and good music (although a bit too loud) there wasn't much room left for an intimate conversation. We shared 3 plates, starting with the Burrawong duck's liver pate with sweet and sour onions for $14, which was smooth and divine, although the onions were a bit on the small side. Second we had buffalo Mozzarella with shaved prosciutto for $15 which melted in the mouth, the creamy cheese was godly. Third we enjoyed the Sashimi style Whitebait served with olive oil, lemon juice, and mint, thinly layered and served, it was sweet and tangy from the acidic lemon, and smoothly soft in texture. The wine list was amazing, and next time I will get the waitress to explain to me each wine of choice, as the extensive menu put's a damper on being indecisive.

The name Eau de Vie literally translates to "water of life" in French, although it is also the name…read moreused for a wide variety of distilled, fruit-based liquors. In Sydney, Eau de Vie is better translated as a dim and sultry bar responsible for some of the most creative cocktails in the city. Make reservations, and consider coming during the week when the crowds may be a bit more tolerable. They also boast some specials such as $1 Islay oysters on Thursdays and in Whiskey and Cheese Wednesdays. The Wednesday special is a particularly great deal as 40 AUD gets you a pairing of 5 cheese and 5 whiskies. On our visit, we managed to get lucky with Japanese Suntory whiskey night. Getting to compare the Chita Grain, Suntory Kakubin, Hibiki Harmony, Hakushu DR, and Yamazaki DR side by side was not only a treat for the palate, but made it easier to identify distinctive differences between each. The cocktails themselves come with quirky names, and list of unique ingredients. Lapsang Souchong, red miso, and even Parmesan were used to compliment the various liquors. Most importantly, they manage to slay on the taste in addition to the creativity factor. Not sure how long they stay on the menu, but for example the Black Lantern (Laphroaig 10 yo whiskey, Chivas 12 yo whiskey, coconut and red bean milk, with salt and sesame) was a well balanced masterpiece. The Popcorn Flip (Martell VS Cognac, Curaco, White Chocolate, Honey, Egg, Popcorn; Served Up) was like dessert in a glass. For those looking to pair their drinks with a bit more, Eau de Vie has small "Grazing" items such as potato croquettes, and pork terrine. Also,they offer larger "Plates" like steak slider (severed with 3) or scallops on the half shell. If all that wasn't enough to whet your palette, they adtionally have either single serve selections of meat and cheeses or tasting boards with an assortment of items ready to order. All in all a solid selection to savor alongside your drink of choice. While finding the speakeasy-esque bar off the street may not be the easiest feat, it is certainly worth the effort to do so.

A triumphant way to start, middle, or finish a night, and quite simply one of the best cocktail…read morebars in Sydney. This was our last stop on a secret bar cocktail birthday crawl for the ages, and by the beard of Zeus did it deliver. Straight up, a massive fanboy shout-out to Joy and Camille, who went out of their way to look after us with smiles and good grace even after we were super late for our booking courtesy of some neglectful service at another bar. They looked after the every person in the place with fun, courtesy, care and laughter, here are two hosts who love their jobs and man, it makes for a shit hot experience as a punter, I didn't want to leave. And the cocktails. We'd been slugging booze for the last 4 hours and these still blew us put of our pants and into something more delicious - a White Negroni and a Smoky Bacon Old Fashioned are my new favourite tipples (see you in hell, whisky sour, your services are no longer required). Classy, romantic, fun, fabulous, and everything in between. Best.

Amazing new wine bar smack bang in the middle of Surry Hills next to the best Italian restaurant in…read moreSydney. Much love has been poured into this place. Come enjoy aperitif style food and an amazing wine selection curated by the part owner. Open for more than just wine. Coffee I'm sure will be amazing but will repost when I have enjoyed breakfast!

12/5/24: Met up with a friend's niece whom took us to this establishment…read more My first Australian speakeasy and I loved it. Classy chic. It is dark but that simply adds to the effect. Music was a bit loud so difficult to have conversation. Yummy bites, tasty drinks. Attentive friendly server. If in the area whether native or visitor, add to your list.

We love finding a speakeasy, and this one doesn't disappoint. The fun is finding the entrance. Look…read morefor 70 Pitt Street, and find the doorway, with stairs leading down 2 steep flights of stairs. Knock 3 times, and we were in for 1.5 hours, greeted by nice servers, great music and comfy seats to enjoy the scene. A long list of specialty cocktails, plus a variety of nibbles, and even better, a free bowl of popcorn to start made it tough to decide. Drinks were fun, ambiance chill, and there is free wifi to post Yelp reviews since we are so far underground cell service is non-existent.

This pub was okay, but certainly not one of the best. There was some charm about it, but it was a…read morelittle too crowded for my tastes. Okay, that probably had more to do with Australia Day than anything else, but while a part of it was nice, other parts of it were a bit too tacky. There were some decent beers available, but none that would really grab my attention. Once again there was a beer garden, but that was more for the smokers.

Darlo bar (as it is known to pretty much everyone) is a tale of 2 bars. Downstairs you have the…read moremix-match retro-chic look, complete with old-school arcade games. Upstairs, you'll find the outdoor patio area - complete with wrought-iron garden furniture - with walls so high, it almost feels indoors (except when it rains). It can get very busy in the evenings, especially Friday and Saturday, so if you want a seat, you better get there early! Both bars over a good variety of drinks, ranging from local boutique beers to a variety of wines and cocktails, so all bases are covered in that respect. Although there is no kitchen, food is on offer from a number of local outlets (order at the bar), with a minor surcharge for delivery. They also nightly specials and events, so check out the website and see what's on when you're heading down!

We liked this hip high ceiling venue with outside seating and a large patio. It's off the Main…read moreStreet down a walk. Lots of good menu choices and drinks. Large bar with lots of space. We started with Pacific oysters, and a delicious thinly sliced pork sandwich on crispy fried bread with pesto and greens. Recommend.

I visited this establishment on a food tour a few weeks ago and wished I could have stayed longer…read moreor visited again during my time in Sydney. Unfortunately I wasn't able to do either. The Winery is a beautiful space. Dark, yet well lit by natural light, with decor and furniture to match the elegant look and feel. My group ended up sitting outside and that space was lovely too, with a bunch of outdoor tables and chairs, plus a garden. The bathrooms were very nice too, and in the upstairs of the restaurant. This area is also lushly appointed with furniture and decor. We sampled oysters which were some of the best I've had (and I live in MD and eat oysters all the time!). We also had some sausage roll which was ok, but not my taste with the chorizo addition. Overall, great visit!

We really wanted escargots so we decided to stop by at this lovely French restaurant :)…read moreUnfortunately they didn't have them but they had a delicious lamb dish:) Big wine selection and tasty food and nice atmosphere. Recommend:) Cheers :)

Bon Vin is a neighbourhood restaurant and it is as good it gets. I have never been disappointed by…read morethe food or the service. I have visited Bon Vin on countless occasions since I moved into the area four years ago and it has been en pointe every time. Lisa and her team have created an intimate space with lovely ambience and a menu and wine list to match.

- up four flights of a dusty stairwell of a random office building…read more no elevator the trek is worth it - this speakeasy was a amazing - you would never know what await behind those doors - great steak sandwiches - get there early, its not as spacious - drinks are tasty - I love the dark environment - friendly service - hip hop soundtrack

This is one of my favorite bars in Sydney - Great staff that is always welcoming and makes quality…read moredrinks - good vibe and good music