Sydney date nights live on the harbour. The 10 below earn their views.
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The 10 best date night bars in Sydney
01 · Sydney
Bondi
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Pool view · Ocean front
On top of Bondi Icebergs swimming pool.
Order: A spritz, looking at the Pacific
02 · Sydney
The Rocks
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World #15 · Rat-pack
World's 50 Best Bars regular — Rat-Pack-glamour Rocks bar.
Order: A Sydney Sour
03 · Sydney
Circular Quay
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Iconic · Harbour view
Direct view of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
Order: A spritz at sunset
04 · Sydney
CBD
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Speakeasy · Hidden
Hidden CBD speakeasy.
Order: Bartender's choice
05 · Sydney
Circular Quay
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Modern · Daily menu
Daily-rewritten menu Circular Quay cocktail bar.
Order: Whatever's first on tonight's menu
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06 · Sydney
CBD
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Iconic · Tequila
Tiny CBD agave-only bar.
Order: A mezcal-led signature
07 · Sydney
Newtown
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Iconic · Casual
Iconic Newtown New Orleans-styled cocktail dive.
Order: A Sazerac
08 · Sydney
CBD
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Whisky · Iconic
Iconic CBD whisky-led basement bar.
Order: A high-rye Manhattan
09 · Sydney
Darlinghurst
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Iconic · Saloon
Iconic Darlinghurst saloon-themed cocktail bar.
Order: A Wild Turkey on the rocks
10 · Sydney
Surry Hills
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Whisky · Plush
Plush Surry Hills whisky bar.
Order: A martini, served properly
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How to choose a date night bar in Sydney
The 10 above are where the room helps the night go right in Sydney.
