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Top Cheap Bars in Sydney
We've got the scoop on cheap bars in Sydney, and we're diving in headfirst. Start your adventure in The Rocks, where history meets happy hours in hidden gem pubs. Then, onto Surry Hills for a mix of hip and affordable bars, perfect for soaking up the youthful energy and alternative scene. Newtown's your next stop, offering a slew of pubs with bargain drinks and a chill vibe. Finally, wrap it up in Haymarket, where a few watering holes offer drinks on the cheap. Dive into our curated listings and discover the best - and cheapest - bars in the city! Cheers to good times without emptying your pockets!
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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 Garden Bar and Terrace at Tatler Sydney in Darlinghurst, Sydney]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Garden Bar and Terrace
60 guestsTatler SydneyDarlinghurst, SydneyBBronwyn H.
“Bar music venue staff great ” -
![The Gold Bar at Tatler Sydney in Darlinghurst, Sydney]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Gold Bar
40 guestsTatler SydneyDarlinghurst, SydneyMMaddison B.
“Highly responsive from initial enquiry through to event. We hired the gold bar and our group loved it. ” -
![Bar Area at Brix Distillery in Surry Hills, Sydney]()
from $36
per person / per afternoonCheck availabilityBar Area
60 guestsBrix DistillerySurry Hills, SydneyGGlenn S.
“Brix was brilliant ! We had booked the 'Barrell' room to help celebrate a wedding anniversary with family. ” -
![Penny Main Bar at Pennys Potts Point in Kings Cross, Sydney]()
from $250
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityPenny Main Bar
100 guestsPennys Potts PointKings Cross, SydneySSally
“We had my husbands 30th birthday at the Pearl Lounge Bar. Our event manager Tayla was amazing. ” -
![Kokomo at Cabana Bar in Sydney CBD]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityKokomo
30 guestsCabana BarSydney CBDMMatt L.
“Venue, service, and management of event from booking to finish was excellent. ” -
![Upstairs Lounge at Bondi Liquor Co in Bondi Beach, Sydney]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Lounge
40 guestsBondi Liquor CoBondi Beach, SydneyTTc
“Lots of flexibility with music, great system, and the bar upstairs makes it very comfortable. ” -
![Rabbit Bar at The ArtHouse Hotel in Sydney CBD]()
from $16000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityRabbit Bar
400 guestsThe ArtHouse HotelSydney CBDAAmrit
“Having access to the bar in the room was a great facility as well as value all together! ” -
![The Bar Area at The Field Bar in Eastern Suburbs, Sydney]()
from $500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Bar Area
70 guestsThe Field BarEastern Suburbs, SydneyIIsobel B.
“I wanted a family friendly event where we could drink too and that was perfect at The Field Bar. ” -
![Entire Venue at The Ox Darlinghurst in Darlinghurst, Sydney]()
from $3850
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
150 guestsThe Ox DarlinghurstDarlinghurst, SydneyJJayden L.
“Excellent sized venue, beautiful interior and extremely friendly and helpful staff. ” -
![Social Private Dining Room at Verandah in Sydney CBD]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySocial Private Dining Room
200 guestsVerandahSydney CBDSSuzy
“We had our event at Cabana Bar and Sass was AMAZING!! ” -
![Curlewis Bar at Hotel Bondi in Bondi Beach, Sydney]()
from $1650
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCurlewis Bar
100 guestsHotel BondiBondi Beach, SydneyVVery V.
“Food was delicious and plenty for everyone. Venue was spacious and atmosphere great. ”
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Celebrate at Top Bars for Birthday Parties
from $500
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The Sporting Globe King Street Wharf
Sydney CBD
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Rachel O.
“I hosted a 40th birthday party for my partner in this venue.I would recommend hosting an event here to anyone! ”
“I hosted a 40th birthday party for my partner in this venue.I would recommend hosting an event here to anyone! ”
from $2500
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Entire Venue
50
60
Since I Left You
Sydney CBD
#Supervenue
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Moe
“The venue is beautiful and a perfect space for a private function. Nick and the staff are absolute legends. ”
“The venue is beautiful and a perfect space for a private function. Nick and the staff are absolute legends. ”
from $3500
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minimum spend / per evening
Entire Venue
120
Tatler Sydney
Darlinghurst, Sydney
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Sarah L.
“They even let us decorate the venue. Will definitely recommend the place to my friends! ”
“They even let us decorate the venue. Will definitely recommend the place to my friends! ”
from $16500
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Vibe Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour
Sydney CBD
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Debbie
“Easy to deal with event manager, Great location, great Vibe, fantastic for a private event ”
“Easy to deal with event manager, Great location, great Vibe, fantastic for a private event ”
from $44000
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Helm Bar North End
100
200
Helm Bar
Sydney CBD
#Supervenue
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Grahame A.
“Great venue that served great food with good service ”
“Great venue that served great food with good service ”
from $2000
minimum spend / per evening
minimum spend / per evening
Entire Venue
100
Tiki33 Bar
Newtown, Sydney
Attention party planners and event visionaries! Think of this venue as your events new best friend - ready to host whatever you throw at it. Birthday party?
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from $500
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Dance Floor
20
Tatler Sydney
Darlinghurst, Sydney
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Glenn C.
“Brendan was responsive, professional & accomodating. Made me feel like he wanted us there. ”
“Brendan was responsive, professional & accomodating. Made me feel like he wanted us there. ”
from $500
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The Deck
60
80
The Field Bar
Eastern Suburbs, Sydney
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Cyrille D.
“I could not have dreamt of a better place to celebrate my 50th birthday with all my friends! ”
“I could not have dreamt of a better place to celebrate my 50th birthday with all my friends! ”
from $5500
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Helm Bar VIP section
30
50
Helm Bar
Sydney CBD
#Supervenue
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Elaine K.
“It was a pleasure dealing with Matisse and Belinda when organising our event. ”
“It was a pleasure dealing with Matisse and Belinda when organising our event. ”
from $2000
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Lounge Bar
70
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Greenwood Hotel
North Sydney
#Supervenue
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Mark W.
“On all accounts the Lounge at the Greenwood was perfect, the staff and food were excellent ”
“On all accounts the Lounge at the Greenwood was perfect, the staff and food were excellent ”
from $3000
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The Lookout
20
50
Verandah
Sydney CBD
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Anonymous .
“Saskia was excellent in helping us organize our event. ”
“Saskia was excellent in helping us organize our event. ”
from $1000
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minimum spend / per session
Solander Dining and Bar
70
140
West Hotel Sydney, Curio Collection by Hilton
Sydney CBD
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Katie N.
“The pork was delicious, the staff were very accomodating and easy to communicate with. ”
“The pork was delicious, the staff were very accomodating and easy to communicate with. ”
Pick from Most Attractive Bars for Live Music Events
from $3300
hire fee / per morning
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Golden Age Cinema & Bar
Surry Hills, Sydney
Since 2013, our David Lynch-inspired venue has been home to an award-winning independent cinema program, live music, film trivia, a seasonal food menu and carefully crafted cocktails.
from $500
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80
60
Derive Cocktail Bar
Sydney Olympic Park
Step inside our chill bar, where the night comes alive with the sounds of live music and the clinking of glasses. Our thriving nightlife spot is where you'll find the perfect cocktail to complement your evening.
from $3500
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260
500
Stanley 2204
Marrickville, Sydney
Sydneys newest and hippest venue on the social scene right now. As a dynamic space designed for everything from live music to private events including birthday parties, engagements, christenings, corporate celebrations, team
from $5500
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Space Nightclub
300
1000
Shark Hotel
Sydney CBD
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Erin I.
“The staff were so friendly and gorgeous! The space was stunning and perfect for my theme. ”
“The staff were so friendly and gorgeous! The space was stunning and perfect for my theme. ”
from $2500
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minimum spend / per session
Club Room & Main Bar
160
250
Carousel Bar & Ballroom
Darlinghurst, Sydney
Whether it's a night out with friends or a special celebration, Carousel's Club Room & Main Bar promises an exceptional experience in the heart of the city.
from $150
hire fee / per hour
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VIP 777
40
64
Việt Phố Entertainment
Yagoona, Sydney
Vit Ph Entertainment, a live music venue and Vinahouse club located on 2 George Street in Yagoona, is a party spot offering vibrant entertainment with dim lighting, neon accents, and a lively atmosphere.
FAQs about Top Cheap Bars in Sydney
In Sydney, prices of cheap bars average $3000 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 $1500 | to $4500 | minimum spend per event |
| From $45 | to $85 | per person |
| From $300 | to $2000 | hire fee per event |
You won’t go wrong by starting our search for affordable bars in these Sydney neighbourhoods:
- Haymarket: Dive into its selection of pubs and bars, where cheap drinks complement the tasty food options.
- Newtown: Embrace the youthful energy and alternative vibe of Newtown,join the eclectic mix of students and locals for a memorable night out on a budget.
- Surry Hills: Discover the area’s trendy and pocket-friendly pubs and bars. Keep an eye out for happy hour deals and student nights!
- The Rocks: Explore its hidden gem pubs, where drink specials and happy hours make for an affordable yet memorable night out.
- Brix Distillery - Enjoy a night out at this brewery on Bourke Street as you sip a delicious locally-brewed beer. Event packages available starting at AUD$36 per person.
- Piano Bar at Minskys Hotel - Why not hire the Piano Bar? Get ready to soak in the timeless vibes of this elegant lounge in Cremorne for only AUD$25 per person.
