Sydney’s Largest Rooftop Bar Just Got a Glow-Up:

/ 3 April 2025
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Sydney’s Largest Rooftop Bar Just Got a Glow-Up:

/ 3 April 2025

Macquarie Park just scored a serious upgrade.

The Gov Rooftop at The Governor Hotel has had a sleek makeover, bringing a vibrant pan-Asian menu, bottomless banquet feasts, and a sprawling 300-seat setup across 650 square metres—officially making it Sydney’s biggest rooftop bar.

Designed by hospitality heavyweight Jamie Wirth, The Gov Rooftop strikes the perfect balance between stylish and laid-back. Whether you’re rounding up the crew for cocktails or settling in for a feast, this spot brings the energy without the city commute.

Head Chef Roon Park has curated a menu that’s all about bold flavours and shared moments. Start with Build-A-Bao Buns, where katsu chicken or sesame tofu meet fluffy bao perfection, or sink your teeth into Prawn Rolls served on Martin’s potato buns. For those who love a bit of theatre, the Robata Skewers—stacked with wagyu, chicken, and lamb—are brushed with Japanese-inspired glazes and fired up over an open flame. Seafood lovers, don’t miss the Kingfish Ceviche, a fresh mix of citrus and daikon.

For those who like their weekends bottomless, The Gov Rooftop has launched a banquet-style experience complete with free-flowing sips and share-style dishes.

Over at the bar, Group Beverage Manager Luke Redington has mixed up a drinks list that celebrates The Gov Rooftop’s new identity. Expect bold, visually striking cocktails infused with pan-Asian flavours and local ingredients.

Standout sips include the Sentosa Cove, a Singapore-inspired tequila cocktail featuring shiso leaf salt, Australian rhubarb liqueur, yuzu honey, and a splash of fresh lime. Sweet, sour, salty, and savoury—it’s an umami-packed sip worth ordering twice.

Beyond the bites and booze, The Gov Rooftop is dialling up the entertainment factor with live music and DJs, making it a true day-to-night destination.

If you’re looking for even more reasons to stay, The Governor Hotel has it all: a ground-floor sports bar with big screens and pub classics, a bistro and grill serving up premium steaks, and The Game Spot on Level 2, featuring arcade games and a buzzing nightlife scene.

Details

Address: The Gov Rooftop, The Governor Hotel, Macquarie Park
Wednesday & Thursday: 5 pm – 9 pm; Friday: 3 pm – late; Saturday & Sunday: 11:30 am – late