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Sora Rooftop & Bar

Bar

#5 of 569 Bar venues in Sydney
#7 of 679 Drinks Reception venues in Sydney
  5 reviews  â€“ 
285 Clarence Street, Level 9, Sydney, 2000 –
Sydney CBD
From $1250
hire fee + min. spend
Up to 100
seats
Up to 200
standing
Venue offers catering
Japanese
cuisine
Parking available
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Spaces for hire at Sora Rooftop & Bar

Rooftop Terrace & Bar at Sora Rooftop & Bar

Rooftop Terrace & Bar
Rooftop
·
Semi-private area
70 seats
130 standing
Rooftop Terrace & Bar is a semi-private rooftop area in Sora Rooftop & Bar defined by elevated skyline views that frame the bar and seating. Design: The space has a contemporary club-style interior of dark floors, backlit stone panels, slim banquettes and metal detailing, lit by low-level LED and recessed lighting. Features: The area contains a s...
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $11000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Enquire now
Sky Lounge at Sora Rooftop & Bar

Sky Lounge
Event Space
·
Private space
50 seats
70 standing
The Sky Lounge seats up to 70 across a reserved, fully serviced space. Food and beverage packages flex to suit the event - intimate dinner, cocktail reception, or something in between.
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $5250 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Enquire now
Full Venue at Sora Rooftop & Bar

Full Venue
Bar
·
Whole venue
100 seats
200 standing
From the open-air rooftop terrace to the private Sky Lounge perched above the CBD, the full venue brings every corner of Sora together for up to 200 guests. City views on all sides, a dedicated bar, and a service team focused entirely on your event - whether that's a corporate celebration, a milestone birthday, or a night your guests won't stop t...
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $11000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Enquire now

Event offers

Christmas Party Offers

Christmas Party Package – Rooftop Terrace & Bar (Min. 20 Guests) – Rooftop Terrace & Bar

$42 per person

• 6 canapés per person
• 4 Premium and 2 Luxury selections
PREMIUM
1. Cauliflower popcorn
2. Karaage chicken
3. Grilled fennel & pumpkin tarts
4. Veal arancini
5. Miso pork sliders
6. Chicken yakitori
LUXURY
1. Wagyu tartare
2. Salmon tataki spoon
3. Sydney rock oysters
4. Tuna tartare tartlet
5. Wagyu sando
6. Mini lobster crumpets
See full offer

Reviews and ratings

5.0
1 new review from verified user within the last 6 months
1 recent guest highly rated amenities, cleanliness, location, service quality and catering
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catering
5.0
Communication
5.0

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

CH
Cheri H.
Verified review
21st Birthday Party · 20 guests · August 2026 · Sky Lounge

The staff were incredibly accommodating, and the venue was lovely

5.0
AN
An N.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
S
Salote
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
MR
Melissa R.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
Open 24 hours
from $1250 hire fee + min. spend
Sky Lounge
Open 24 hours
from $1250 hire fee + min. spend
Rooftop Terrace & Bar
Open 24 hours
from $3000 hire fee + min. spend
Full Venue
Open 24 hours
from $3000 hire fee + min. spend
Monday
Open 24 hours
from $1250 hire fee + min. spend
Sky Lounge
Open 24 hours
from $1250 hire fee + min. spend
Rooftop Terrace & Bar
Open 24 hours
from $3000 hire fee + min. spend
Full Venue
Open 24 hours
from $3000 hire fee + min. spend
Tuesday
Open 24 hours
from $1250 hire fee + min. spend
Sky Lounge
Open 24 hours
from $1250 hire fee + min. spend
Rooftop Terrace & Bar
Open 24 hours
from $3000 hire fee + min. spend
Full Venue
Open 24 hours
from $3000 hire fee + min. spend
Wednesday
Open 24 hours
from $1250 hire fee + min. spend
Sky Lounge
Open 24 hours
from $1250 hire fee + min. spend
Rooftop Terrace & Bar
Open 24 hours
from $3000 hire fee + min. spend
Full Venue
Open 24 hours
from $3000 hire fee + min. spend
Thursday
Open 24 hours
from $1250 hire fee + min. spend
Sky Lounge
Open 24 hours
from $1250 hire fee + min. spend
Rooftop Terrace & Bar
Open 24 hours
from $3000 hire fee + min. spend
Full Venue
Open 24 hours
from $3000 hire fee + min. spend
Friday
Open 24 hours
from $1250 hire fee + min. spend
Sky Lounge
Open 24 hours
from $1250 hire fee + min. spend
Rooftop Terrace & Bar
Open 24 hours
from $3000 hire fee + min. spend
Full Venue
Open 24 hours
from $3000 hire fee + min. spend
Saturday
Open 24 hours
from $1250 hire fee + min. spend
Sky Lounge
Open 24 hours
from $1250 hire fee + min. spend
Rooftop Terrace & Bar
Open 24 hours
from $3000 hire fee + min. spend
Full Venue
Open 24 hours
from $3000 hire fee + min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 2 verified users

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 200
standing
Up to 100
seats
In-house catering
Japanese
cuisine
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Sora Rooftop & Bar

Sora Rooftop & Bar is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Sora Rooftop & Sky Lounge is a two-level venue located on top of the heritage-listed Nelson House in Sydney CBD.

The venue features an open-air rooftop terrace and an indoor Sky Lounge, both offering panoramic views of the city skyline.

The menu is led by Head Chef Pablo Poblete, whose experience includes Icebergs, Pendolino, and Intermezzo. Contemporary food and cocktails are served in a setting that combines heritage architecture with modern design, making the venue suitable for after-work drinks, private events, and evening dining.

Usually booked for
21st Birthday Party

Typically for 35-80 guests and costs about $900.

"The staff were incredibly accommodating, and the venue was lovely..."

- Cheri H. Sep 2026

FAQ

Yes, an open bar tab can be chosen instead of a per-person drinks package, and this is usually more cost-effective, especially if not everyone drinks.

At Sora Rooftop & Bar, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Sora Rooftop & Bar:

  • Rooftop Terrace & Bar hosting 50 guests: $1661.04
  • Sky Lounge hosting 20 guests: $1017.60

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Sora Rooftop & Bar is located at 285 Clarence Street, in Sydney CBD.

Yes! Here's what guests who have hosted their birthdays at this venue say:

  • Cheri H. rated it 5/5 stars
    'The staff were incredibly accommodating, and the venue was lovely'

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