17 Of The Best Bars In Surry Hills
Grab your crew and get bar hopping through Surry Hills with this best bar guide.
Perhaps it’s hidden down an inconspicuous alleyway or situated front and centre on vibrant Crown Street. Whichever direction you look, Surry Hills is blessed with a vast array of awesome watering holes, perfect for all occasions. And we all know that Surry Hills is home to some of the city’s best restaurants, so we are truly spoilt for choice in this foodie suburb. With this in mind, hustle your crew and get bar hopping around this vibrant inner-city neighbourhood with our guide to the best bars in Surry Hills.
Bar Copains is Surry Hills' cosy new wine bar, offering relaxed ambience and French-inspired dishes worth coming back for. Wine lovers will appreciate the plethora of bottles on the menu, personally collected over the years, from natural wines to rare finds. Staff will point you in the right direction.
Another solid contender in Surry Hills, Rosie Campbell's brings bold Jamaican-inspired jerk eats, tropical cocktails and plenty of rum to the table. Expect soulful, flavour-packed dishes that celebrate Caribbean warmth with a modern twist. It's vibrant, fun and perfect for a lively night out.
Tucked away in Surry Hills, Tokyo Bird is a compact, industrial-chic spot perfect for a cosy night out. The focus is on Japanese whisky, sake and creative cocktails, paired with smoky yakitori bites fresh from the grill. It's intimate, lively and ideal for drinks
Since a big refurbishment back in 2016, The Dolphin has become an ever-growing go-to for a quality bistro bar and restaurant. Take your pick from the buzzy public bar, dining room or open-air terrace, plus a wine room and salumeria for good measure.
A must-try in Surry Hills, Surly's American Tavern brings big all-American dive bar energy. Think Ole Hickory-smoked BBQ, juicy burgers, saucy wings and loaded fries done right. The beers are cold, the games are always on and the vibes are loud in the best way.
This Guatemalan bar, owned by ex-Shady Pines bartenders Alex Dowd and Jeremy Blackmore, knows how to do a mean cocktail. Behind the bar you'll find over 100 varieties of tequila interlaced with religious figurines. Get snacky with the freshly popped popcorn, served in a brown paper bag.
This Surry Hills gem is nothing short of a quirky garden oasis. As the name implies, expect plenty of great wine on the menu, with over 30 vinos by the glass. Pair it with delicious cocktails, spritzers and a charcuterie board for pure heaven.
Japanese whisky? Tick. Karaoke? Tick. A delicious food menu? Triple tick. Goros' 3am license, epic whisky menu and private karaoke booths make it the perfect after-hours hangout. Tuck into a teriyaki burger or karage chicken with Kewpie mayo, alongside sake and Japanese-inspired cocktails.
Chances are you've scrolled past Li'l Darlin's Fairy Floss Martini or Hundreds and Thousands cocktail, this buzzy bar is a bonafide Surry Hills institution among locals. Pay a visit and test out the other signature drinks and delicious food menu for a fun night to kickstart your evening.
Located in the heart of Crown Street, this welcoming wine bar and restaurant is ideal for a romantic date night. The name translates to "a thousand wines," so it's no surprise the list is extensive, featuring the best local producers alongside classic Italian varietals.
