Quiet Bars in Sydney

Quiet Bars, Places You Can Actually Have a Conversation

Bars are not just about the drinks they are serving, but the people you are with. And in some Sydney bars, holding a conversation can be a real challenge over the pounding music and bubbling chatter. If you are looking for a night of good drinks and better banter, here are the best quiet bars a round Sydney where can actually hear each other talk.

DARLINGHURST

With it's many intimate corners and only the sounds of some light jazz filling the bar, you'll certainly be able to speak easy at this Darlinghurst speakeasy Eau de Vie. As a Prohibition-style drinking den, cocktails are their bread-and-butter and they do them well. Their ingenious cocktail list includes many of their own contemporary creations…

THE ROCKS

Harts Pub is a Sydney favourite for just a simple, easy night out, located right in the heart of The Rocks. In the beautiful heritage-listed building, Harts toast Sydney's past and present with some icy-cold craft beer. It's not the fanciest place in The Rocks but that's exactly the charm. Expect old-school Aussie pub vibes…

CBD

This little gem hidden away in the middle of Sydney's CBD is a perfect place for you to unwind after a long day at work. Situated around the corner from the cinemas on George Street sits Assembly, a funky, little cocktail bar. It's truly one of the best quiet bars on weekdays. Their bartenders deliver…

THE ROCKS

Gaze down onto the beautiful city with a cocktail in hand at this ultra-cool cocktail bar, located on the thirty sixth floor of the Shrangi-La Hotel in the Rocks. The perfect place to get away from the crowds, as you gaze on the city and harbour views before you. The dreamy atmosphere is matched with…

SYDNEY

Neil Perry's darling, Rockpool Bar and Grill is a pinnacle in Sydney fine dining due to it's upscale menu, stellar wine list and of course, sophisticated and soft atmosphere. Sit in the immense dining room, or perhaps up by the bar and take in the amazing art-deco design, complete with stone pillars and high-scaled ceiling.…

CBD

Just like your granny's sofa, there's something very comfortable and a little retro-glam about one of Sydney's smallest bars, Grandma's. This cheeky underground bar off Clarence Street in the CBD doesn't scrimp on good times, with exciting cocktails served in a very intimate space. Grandma knows best after all. However, like most quiet bars around…

SURRY HILLS

The Golden Bar and Cinema in Surry Hills brings back some old-school glamour to Sydney. Their drinks named after iconic people, moments and movies in Hollywood's history ranging from the Godfather to Mean Girl. This quiet, dark little place is a real find for those looking for a quiet yet glamorous place to catch up.