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 Alternative style market with organic produce |
217-223 Darling Street Balmain Sydney, NSW 2041 Australia +61 (0)2 9555 1791 |
Set in the shady grounds of St Andrews Church, the stalls mirror the eclectic and arty local inhabitants. There is a good selection for general gift buying, browsing and second hand goods. This is not the place for up and coming dress designers, but there is a wonderful selection of old cocktail dresses, shoes and hats. Also good jewelery, including antiques, interesting home wares and expensive organic fruit and vegetables is accessible. Watch out around Christmas because it gets busy and crowded. Wander up to the church when you are hungry and peruse the united nations of food stands inside. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Bank on a good night |
324 King Street Newtown Sydney, NSW 2042 Australia +61 2 9565 1730 |
Rich with the diversity of the local culture, the Bank is as close to all things and all people as it gets around here - a venue that attracts those of mixed persuasions, it serves up a good cocktail at Sleepers Bar, or a cold beer in the main bar. The surroundings are comfortable and there is a pleasant beer garden. Sumalee, the Thai restaurant out the back, serves up authentic Asian cuisine at prices that will not break the bank. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Addictive local cafe |
128 Erskineville Road Erskineville Sydney, NSW 2043 Australia +61 (0)2 9516 4207 |
In the heart of the hip, happening little village of Erskineville, across the street from both the station and the well known Rose of Australia hotel, Caffeine has created a buzz among coffee addicts far and wide. The latest development is live music, from 4pm until late on Sundays. Be warned--service can be excruciatingly slow. Tiled walls, a concrete floor, big timber-framed windows and wooden tables complete the décor--the paved area out the front is the place to be on weekends. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Steeped in history |
90 College Street Balmain Sydney, NSW 2041 Australia +61 (0)2 9555 1306 |
Established in 1857, this piece of history remains a favorite with locals. The Dry Dock's two bars serve up schooners of Aussie beers, as well as trusty imports like Kilkenny and Guinness. There is a Las Vegas-style gaming room and punters can also put a bet on at the TAB, play a game of trivia, or catch the action on Sky or Foxsports. There's good pub grub over the counter and fine food in the covered courtyard Aviary Restaurant including roasted veal, duck breast with star anise and Thai seafood curry. Yummy!! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Award-winning pub |
94 Beattie Street Balmain Sydney, NSW 2041 Australia +61 (0)2 9810 1171 http://www.exchangehotel.com.au |
This place keeps winning awards and the latest is the most coveted of them all, Sydney's "Pub of the Year". The 1886-built heritage building has been painstakingly restored and features seven open log fires, polished floorboards, an outdoor dining area called "The Library" (with a stack of literature to leaf through). Plus there's live music most nights, from funk to jazz, a dance floor, and two bars catering for the ultra cool inner west crowd with a great selection of cocktails and boutique beer on tap. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seafood Extravaganza |
Pier 21 19-21 Pirrama Road Sydney, NSW 2009 Australia +61 2 9518 6677 http://www.flyingfish.com.au |
Located in a loft, Flying Fish serves traditionally Australian cuisine but the emphasis is on seafood. Chef Peter Kuruvita also has some interesting recipes up his sleeve that have taken inspiration from France and other parts of the world. The food is fresh and the best produce of the season is served. Don't forget to try the Yellow Fin Tuna with Sweet Crackling Pork and Ruby Grapefruit, the Crispy Skin Meadows Farm Duck with Brinjal Pickle and Cumin Sauce, and Honeycomb Bombe Alaska with White Chocolate Sauce. With an amazing view of the harbor, this restaurant also has a special menu for kids and vegetarians. Also, check out the exquisite cocktail and wine list. Witness the confluence of delectable cuisine and beautiful ambience at this restaurant. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 The Place To Be Seen |
Wheat Road Cockle Bay Wharf, Darling Park Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 2 9266 0600 http://www.homesydney.com/ |
The first Home club was opened in Scotland and there are also branches in New York and London. With such an international reputation the facilities are second to none and are some of the best to be found in Sydney. With three levels, it can accommodate a maximum capacity of 2200 in its trendy surrounds. From the balcony area you can check out the view of Cockle Bay. Immensely popular be prepared to queue along with the other smartly dressed Sydneysiders and tourists. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Late Night Drag Shows |
35 Erskineville Road Erskineville Sydney, NSW 2043 Australia +61 (0)2 9519 9899 |
If you are not cruising the Oxford Street/Darlinghurst strip, this would be your next best bet. With both gay and straight patrons, the hotel boasts three very different bars. The Cabaret Bar plays host to the Drag Shows, the front bar is a mixed public bar, the Cellar Bar is the night club and the Priscilla Bar is a very chilled cocktail bar—it was also the inspiration for some of the scenes in Australian film "Priscilla, Queen of the Desert." Review © 2007, Wcities |
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New Australian music |
220 Botany Road Alexandria Sydney, NSW 2015 Australia +61 (0)2 9690 0999 |
With a commitment to Australian music, this place has played host to many up and coming Australian bands. Located in the industrial end of Sydney, the hotel attracts diverse patrons from band groupies and punks to locals. The service is quick and friendly and the atmosphere relaxing. Come to play a game of pool or check out some new Australian talent. There is also a beer garden, great in the summer months. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lesbian and straight crowd |
Balmain Road and Short Street Leichhardt Sydney, NSW 2040 Australia +61 (0)2 9569 1217 |
As well as being a pub, this venue plays host to great recovery parties that you will not want to miss after your Sleaze Ball or Mardi Gras bender. The patrons are a mixture of gay and straight and the activities here are aplenty. Come for the free pool all day Saturday, or take it more seriously with competitions on a Wednesday and Thursday evening. There are trivia nights on Tuesday evenings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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London Pub |
234 Darling Street Balmain Sydney, NSW 2041 Australia +61 (0)2 9555 1377 |
This is a principal landmark along Balmain's main drag. From here, everything is either "up the hill" (towards the shopping heart of the village), or "down the hill (to the ferry wharf), and the fabulous front balcony has stunning views of both--the perfect place to people watch as you knock back a cold beer. This gracious sandstone and jarrah timber pub has been lovingly renovated and has not lost any of its intrinsic charm. Locals and tourists come here to enjoy the pub food which includes plenty of seafood and meat dishes with a hint of Italian. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nagging Heads |
162 St Johns Road Glebe Sydney, NSW 2037 Australia +61 (0)2 9660 1591 |
The best pubs in Glebe are off the main Glebe Point Road strip, and The Nags Head is one of the best of those. Situated at the old tram junction in St Johns Road. This is a quintessentially Aussie pub that's habitually packed to the rafters on weekends. There are bars upstairs and downstairs, decent counter meals, and live music. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Party time! |
195 Victoria Road Sydney, NSW 2047 Australia +61 2 9181 1229 http://drummoyne.pjgallaghers.... |
At PJ Gallaghers, it's party time 24/7. There's so much to do that the question of getting bored does not arise. Relish delicious cuisine at the restaurant on the first floor or sit at the bar and have a drink. The Irish pub here is just as happening and offers a long list of wines to choose from. You can book this place for private functions and cocktail parties as well. Sports lovers can catch all the action on the plasma screens. PJ Gallaghers has a branch at 74 Church Street Parramatta (+61 2 9635 8811). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional charm |
1 Swanson Street Erskineville Sydney, NSW 2043 Australia +61 (0)2 9565 1441 |
The décor here is from another time but you'll be too distracted by the music to notice. On the weekends, country and rock bands play and one Sunday a month they have Blues jamming sessions. Drop by to catch a live performance or to grab something at the bottle shop with an ever-changing selection of alcohol. In contrast to the older style bar, the restaurant has been refurbished and is very stylish. On offer are steaks, pasta and curry. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hit the sack |
599 Darling Street Rozelle Sydney, NSW 2039 Australia +61 2 9555 7555 |
The changes at the Sackville Hotel have come full circle--from an above average local to a swanky, silver service restaurant, and back to an above average local. Chic and sophisticated, this is one for the discerning barfly. Like something out of an IKEA or catalogue, the Sackville's use of colours, timbers and textures create a stylish effect. The Sackville has a decent cocktail list and bistro fare, including the obligatory Fish and Chips and Steak. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 All under one roof |
80 Pyrmont Street Pyrmont Sydney, NSW 2009 Australia +61 2 9777 9000 http://www.starcity.com.au |
If gambling is your game, you are spoilt for choice with 1500 pokies (slot machines), a TAB lounge for horse punters, Blackjack, Craps, Baccarat, Sic Bo, Big Wheel, Roulette, Caribbean Stud Poker, and the quintessential Australian coin-tossing game Two Up. Star City is also home to two theatres, Cave Nightclub and 20 restaurants and bars including Trophies Bar. The retail arcade is lined with specialty shops and there is even a sculpture garden. There is also a conference and banquet centre, luxury hotel and, of course, lots of ATMs, and a massive car park. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Food, Guinness and song |
200 Cleveland Street Chippendale Sydney, NSW 2008 Australia +61 (0)2 9319 3144 |
This hotel is named after an area in Ireland called Thurle. As you would imagine the hotel itself has a distinctly Irish atmosphere and the food and songs reflect this, not to mention the pints of Guinness. Its other high points include a sports bar, pool tables, TAB area and gaming machines. The bistro serves gourmet pub food, which you can eat either in the dining area or courtyard. They also cater for small to large functions. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Free films nights |
345 Glebe Point Road Glebe Sydney, NSW 2037 Australia +61 2 9660 2370 |
Popular with backpackers and locals alike, this modern, light and airy pub screens films out in the courtyard, which, best of all, are free. The atrium bistro at the back has a clean, open feel, with a cafeteria-style server. Food ranges from Calamari, surgers and salads to Steak done any way you like. Jars of cookies line the bar, and the adjoining bottle shop is a winner, with regular specials (which include some amazing bargains), and wine tasting. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sports galore |
80 Pyrmont Street Pyrmont Sydney, NSW 2009 Australia +61 (0)2 9777 9000 http://www.starcity.com.au |
Trophies Bar is located within the extensive Star City Casino complex. Predominately a sports bar, there are three huge television screens playing whatever the sporting match or matches of the moment are and smaller screens to provide updates on the races. The patronage is generally young and you can get some standard bistro grub here if you are hungry. Casino service is mostly rushed and can be quite abrupt at busy times. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Switched on cafe |
35 Glebe Point Road Glebe Sydney, NSW 2037 Australia +61 2 9566 2655 |
One of Sydney's original cyber cafes Well Connected has a slick, retro-groovy lounge feel, fantastic food and laidback staff. Scrubbed wooden floors, bright colours, comfy 60s lounge suites and the latest in computer equipment. The fastest computers are downstairs, good for knocking out a quick email and the older models are upstairs in a collection of smaller rooms, perfect for composing creative masterpieces, or spending a few hours surfing. Access about AUD10 per hour. The food menu includes salads, lavish rolls, pastas, gourmet burgers and mini pizzas. Well Connected also do a wicked smoothie. Review © 2007, Wcities |