Craving post-work cocktails and camaraderie? Head to Surry Hills, where you’ll find a happy hour on every corner.
Drinking delicious cocktails at 9pm is a treat, but you know what’s even better? Drinking cheap, delicious cocktails. And if it means we need to start a little earlier, then so be it. Come with us on a virtual bar crawl around Surry Hills as we uncover the best happy hours this inner-city suburb has to offer.
Jane
Jane’s version of happy hour, ‘Australiano Hour’, is a gateway to luxury on a budget. If you’re an oyster lover, Jane’s is the place for you. We also featured Jane in our Best Wine Bars in Surry Hills guide (with $10 Australiano Hour wines – yes, please!).
Offering: $10 cocktails, wines & beers, $2 Sydney oysters & more.
When? Mon-Thurs 5-6pm & Fri-Sun 4-6pm.
Find out more here.
Tio’s Cerveceria
Tio’s Cerveceria on Foster Street is serving $12 margaritas EVERY NIGHT – until sold out. With a new flavour each week, past hits include lemon lychee and Biscoff coconut. This dimly lit party spot, famed for its unique combo of popcorn and tequila, is a must-visit for margarita lovers looking for something different.
Offering: $7 beers and OK! Strawberry Selttzers.
When? Mon-Sun open-6pm & all day $12 margs.
Find out more here.
Butter
Surry Hills’ Butter offers a unique twist on happy hour with ‘Butter Hour’. Known for its exceptional ramen, as highlighted in our Where to Find The Best Ramen in Sydney guide, Butter also has an impressive happy hour to offer.
Offering: $3 wings, $6 beers & $10 slushies.
When? Mon-Fri 3-6pm.
Find out more here.
Bar Conte
On the corner of Foveaux Street and Riley Street, you’ll find the world’s first Negroni bar, Bar Conte. This quirky bar is a slice of Italy in the neighbourhood and offers an Aperitivo hour that won’t disappoint.
Offering: $12 Campari sodas, $4 snacks & more.
When? Mon-Fri 4-6pm.
Find out more here.
Forrester’s
Forrester’s is a popular Surry Hills pub renowned for its lively Sunday sessions and easygoing atmosphere that often sees lunch stretch into dinner. Perfect for catching up with friends over a beer, Forrester’s offers a tempting happy hour all week long.
Offering: $7.50 tap and craft beers & wine.
When? Mon-Fri 4-6pm.
Find out more here.
The Winery
This Surry Hills laneway bar has been a Sydney favourite for years. It serves Modern Australian food with bohemian decor and outdoor dining. ‘Wine Down’ after work at The Winery with their enticing happy hour.
Offering: $8 house wines & bottled beer, $10 spritzes & $15 snacks.
When? Mon-Fri 4-6pm.
Find out more here.
Gildas
Gildas is an exquisite Basque-inspired wine bar by Lennox Hastie housed on Albion Street. If you’re looking for a mid-week martini in Surry Hills (at exceptional value), Gildas Golden Hour has got you covered.
Offering: $12 house cocktails & wines, $5 Gildas & $12 off-menu specials
When? Wed & Thurs 5.30-6.30pm.
Find out more here.
Li’l Darlin
A lively bar on the corner of Surry Hills’ Elizabeth Street – Li’l Darlin is the neighbourhood go-to for cocktails and tapas. With $12.50 happy hour cocktails, you can’t go wrong. Pop in after work and experience their mystical secret garden with your go-to cocktail in hand.
Offering: $12.50 cocktails
When? Mon-Sun 4-6pm, Fri & Sat from 10pm.
Find out more here.
Dove & Olive
A convivial English-inspired bar serving pub grub and bar snacks, with craft beers on tap – Dove & Olive is one of the go-to pubs for Swans fans to grab a pre-game drink. If you’re looking for a post-work drink without the hefty price tag – Dove & Olive’s happy hour is the place for you.
Offering: $7.50 house beer, wine & spirits.
When? Tues-Fri 4-7pm.
Find out more here.
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