A tiki-themed bar with bamboo paneling, rattan furniture, high tables with wooden stools, tropical decor, and warm ambient lighting at Happy Talk (Tiki Bar).
A tropical-themed bar with bamboo counters, thatched ceilings, high stools, and eclectic tiki decor at Happy Talk (Tiki Bar).
A tiki-style cocktail bar featuring bamboo furniture, a thatched bar counter, tropical decor, and wooden shutters at Happy Talk (Tiki Bar).
A tiki-themed bar with bamboo furniture, round green tables, thatched ceiling, tropical decor, and wooden blinds at Happy Talk (Tiki Bar).

Entire Venue at Happy Talk (Tiki Bar)

Cocktail Bar
·
Whole venue
189 Oxford Street, Courthouse Hotel, Darlinghurst, NSW 2010 –
Darlinghurst, Sydney
Up to 40
seats
Up to 100
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

A tropical oasis right above the Oxford Precinct - Happy Talk blends casual cocktail with a Luau and warm feel in service and product. Available for exclusive hire for all occasions and event types.

Whether you’re hosting birthday parties, private functions, farewell drinks, post-work events, or cocktail celebrations, Happy Talk has everything you need.

Space includes a fully themed Hawaiian bar, private amenities, AV & audio equipment, and a dedicated event staff and room to transform from relaxed cocktail hour to full-scale party with ease.

Event offers and packages

Christmas Party Offers

Celebrate Christmas in a private tiki bar with 3-hour exclusive hire, arrival slushie cocktails and a 2-hour drinks package.
Christmas Party Package – Entire Venue (Min. 40 Guests)
$123 per person
• Exclusive hire of Happy Talk for 3 hours
• Welcome Luau Piña Colada or Strawberry Daiquiri slushies on arrival
• Chef’s selection grazing station with local and imported cheeses, cured meats, breads, dips, olives, crackers and crudités
• 2-hour standard beverage package (tap beer, selected wine, soft drinks)
• Standard tiki décor: bamboo accents, lei garlands & island tunes playlist
• Dedicated bar service
• Optional add-ons: cocktail upgrades, substantial canapés, extra décor, cake service

Prices

Sunday
11:00 am – 2:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Per session
11:00 am – 2:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include GST.
Monday
11:00 am – 2:00 am
from $2000 min. spend
Per session
11:00 am – 2:00 am
from $2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include GST.
Tuesday
11:00 am – 2:00 am
from $2000 min. spend
Per session
11:00 am – 2:00 am
from $2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include GST.
Wednesday
11:00 am – 2:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Per session
11:00 am – 2:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include GST.
Thursday
11:00 am – 2:00 am
from $3500 min. spend
Per session
11:00 am – 2:00 am
from $3500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include GST.
Friday
11:00 am – 2:00 am
from $3500 min. spend
Per session
11:00 am – 2:00 am
from $3500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include GST.
Saturday
11:00 am – 2:00 am
from $4500 min. spend
Per session
11:00 am – 2:00 am
from $4500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include GST.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 6 days ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 100
Dining
up to 40

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Halal menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Mediterranean cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Air conditioner
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
Soundproof Soundproofed room for noise control
Accommodation is available on-site On-site accommodation
Free on-street parking
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Mirrors

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
Space has noise restriction after 02:00

Accessibility

Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Unavailable: Ground level
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift
Unavailable: Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
No wedding licence

Age policy

Guest under 18 not allowed unless accompanied by an adult after 10:00 pm

Host rules

1. All event spaces adhere to T&C's.
2. All spaces require either a Deposit or Room Hire Fee (subjective to date and type of event).
3. No Smoking under any circumstances.
4. Happy Talk & Courthouse Hotel adheres to the Responsible Service of Alcohol & Licencing Conditions.
5. Happy Talk & Courthouse Hotel is a safe and inclusive space; anyone not adhering to this may result event cancellation, eviction from premises and associated fees absorbed.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

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About Happy Talk (Tiki Bar)

Happy Talk (Tiki Bar) is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

Location

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