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Top After Work Drinks in Sydney
Sydney, Australia's buzzing capital, boasts a variety of unique bar venues perfect for after work drinks. Make your weekdays special with a well-earned drink in this vibrant city. Discover charming pubs in The Rocks or stylish bars in Darling Harbour, this Australian city's nightlife caters to all. Gather your colleagues, book your favourite bar, and experience Sydney's inviting evening ambiance. In this city, work-life balance takes on a whole new meaning! Browse through our best bar venues to say "Cheers" in Sydney!
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![Basement Area at Hideout Bar in Neutral Bay, Sydney]()
from $300
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBasement Area
60 guestsHideout BarNeutral Bay, SydneyTThea W.
“Great venue, excellent location. Wonderful cocktails and amazing bar tender. Vince was easy to deal with.” -
![The Gold Bar at Tatler Sydney in Darlinghurst, Sydney]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Gold Bar
40 guestsTatler SydneyDarlinghurst, Sydney
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MMaddison B.
“Highly responsive from initial enquiry through to event. We hired the gold bar and our group loved it.” -
![Level 1 at The Belvedere Hotel in Sydney CBD]()
from $1750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLevel 1
55 guestsThe Belvedere HotelSydney CBDAAnouk P.
“The bar staff were super friendly and accomodating, the food was great” -
![Hideaway at Cabana Bar in Sydney CBD]()
from $3500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityHideaway
50 guestsCabana BarSydney CBDMMatt L.
“Venue, service, and management of event from booking to finish was excellent.” -
![Pearl Lounge Bar at Pennys Potts Point in Kings Cross, Sydney]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityPearl Lounge Bar
130 guestsPennys Potts PointKings Cross, Sydney
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KKat
“I had my 21st at the area near the main bar and it was fantastic.” -
![Terrace Bar at Dunkirk Hotel in Pyrmont, Sydney]()
from $500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTerrace Bar
110 guestsDunkirk HotelPyrmont, Sydney
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SSubathini S.
“The bard service was very good and we jus had a wonderful time - they looked after us very well.” -
![The Garden Bar and Terrace at Tatler Sydney in Darlinghurst, Sydney]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Garden Bar and Terrace
60 guestsTatler SydneyDarlinghurst, Sydney
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BBronwyn H.
“Bar music venue staff great” -
![Lounge Bar at Greenwood Hotel in North Sydney]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLounge Bar
200 guestsGreenwood HotelNorth Sydney
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DDanielle V.
“We had my sons 21st in The Chapel Bar and everything was perfect! Such a great room with awesome atmosphere.” -
![Vecino Fiesta Party Room at Vecino in Glebe, Sydney]()
from $800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityVecino Fiesta Party Room
35 guestsVecinoGlebe, SydneyLLesley S.
“Decorated beautifully and loved how we had our own bar and outdoor space.” -
![Helm Bar VIP section at Helm Bar in Sydney CBD]()
from $5500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityHelm Bar VIP section
50 guestsHelm BarSydney CBD
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EElaine K.
“It was a pleasure dealing with Matisse and Belinda when organising our event.” -
![Upstairs Lounge at Bondi Liquor Co in Bondi Beach, Sydney]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Lounge
40 guestsBondi Liquor CoBondi Beach, SydneyRRhiane S.
“We Had a great afternoon. Food was lovely and bar staff were fast and attentive. Highly recommend.” -
![Upstairs Private at Albion Place Hotel in Sydney CBD]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Private
60 guestsAlbion Place HotelSydney CBD
#Supervenue
JJulian M.
“The staff were super friendly and the whole process of booking the venue was super easy.”
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Celebrate at Top Bars for Birthday Parties
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“I hosted a 40th birthday party for my partner in this venue.I would recommend hosting an event here to anyone!”
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“Venue management communication and organisation during the event was awesome and extremely professional.”
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“Erin (the lady helping me organise this event) was honestly amazing to work with.”
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“I organised my sons birthday party at Tatler.”
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“The venue is beautiful and a perfect space for a private function. Nick and the staff are absolute legends.”
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“Fantastic venue, central to Sydney CBD, close to public transport and accommodation.”
Check Our Sydney’s 21st Birthday Party Bars That Are All the Rage
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“The venue itself is a vibe unmatched, this place is a hidden gem in Sydney in my eyes, so worth booking here.”
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“Everyone loved the food and the space was perfect for the number of people and private for our celebration.”
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“Service and food was awesome decent size space with still lots of room to move, dance around..”
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“Everything about it! It was affordable.The venue was beautiful, staff was amazing, food was top notch.”
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“Saskia was excellent in helping us organize our event.”
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“Very helpful, friendly staff. Clean spacious venue. Great food and service.”
Pick from Most Attractive Bars for Live Music Events
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“Amazing venue. Great staff. Good times all round would book again 10/10”
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“I hosted a 40th birthday party for my partner in this venue.I would recommend hosting an event here to anyone!”
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“I had my 21st at Carousel and the staff was absolutely fantastic.”
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FAQs about Top After Work Drinks in Sydney
In Sydney, prices of after work drinks average $2500 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Sydney, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From $1000 | to $4500 | minimum spend per event |
| From $40 | to $85 | per person |
| From $300 | to $3300 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
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Basement Area at Hideout Bar in Neutral Bay - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue, excellent location. Wonderful cocktails and amazing bar tender.’ -
The Gold Bar at Tatler Sydney in Darlinghurst - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘We hired the gold bar and our group loved it.’ -
Level 1 at The Belvedere Hotel in Sydney CBD - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The space, food, and drink exceeded all expectations.’
Finding the best spots for your after work drinks in Sydney is a fairly easy task. For instance, The Rocks, known for its rich history, houses some of Sydney's oldest pubs and upscale restaurants, many of which offer spectacular harbour views. Stick to the right side Sydney Harbour Bridge and head towards George St and its byroads. There you’ll find plenty of venues suitable for after work drinks.
Alternatively, you might head over to Wynyard in the Central Business District. Around the Wynyard light rail station, you’ll find a plethora of lively bars and casual eateries that serve the after-work crowd. Walk around between King and Market streets and enjoy the vibrant bar scene of this unique neighbourhood.
As you browse through bar venues in Sydney on the Tagvenue map, you'll discover that both The Rocks and Wynyard have plenty to offer for a memorable after-work wind-down.
