Feel on top of the world at one of Sydney’s top 10 best rooftop bars
FROM sipping cocktails in a pool-side cabana, to dining with 180 degree harbour views or among birdcages and flamingos — our top 10 Sydney rooftop bars have it all.
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THESE establishments are raising the bar, literally, with private pool-side cabanas, 180 degree views of Sydney Harbour and lobster banquets.
Check out what our top 10 Sydney rooftop bars have to offer:
1. GLENMORE HOTEL
Take in the sweeping million dollar, 180 degree views of Sydney Harbour and CBD from The Glenmore’s rooftop. The rooftop has long been a destination for those who would like to soak up the sun and enjoy a meal, overlooking the world’s most beautiful harbour. A retractable rooftop means it is open rain, hail or shine.
Where: 96 Cumberland St, The Rocks.
Details: theglenmore.com.au
2. SKY TERRACE, THE STAR
Take advantage of the spectacular view over Sydney Harbour and city skyline, while relaxing with a sunset cocktail or two. Choose from a delicious menu and enjoy the tunes of live acts and DJs every weekend this summer.
Where: Level 3, The Star, 80 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont
Details: star.com.au
3. SWEETHEARTS ROOFTOP
Perched high in the city skyline, Sweethearts is a casual, fun, leafy rooftop bar serving up great tunes and good times. With a menu all to itself tequila is the drink of choice. There is also a banquet menu, designed for sharing.
Where: 33-35 Darlinghurst Rd, Kings Cross
Details: sugarmill.com.au
4. POOL CLUB AT IVY
Recline pool side, sip cocktails in private cabanas and feast on sophisticated Italian fare all under an open air sky. This dreamy Italian oasis, that drips with opulence and hosts some of the country’s hottest DJs, is designed to take you away from the city below.
Where: Level 4, ivy, 320 George Street, Sydney
Details: merivale.com.au
5. COOGEE ROOFTOP, COOGEE PAVILION
Enjoy Mediterranean-influenced food with Coogee’s amazing shoreline as the backdrop at Coogee Rooftop, on the third level of the Coogee Pavilion. The Rooftop houses four bars, each with its own exotic flair.
Where: 169 Dolphin St, Coogee
Details: merivale.com.au
6. THE LOCAL TAPHOUSE
The Roof Garden, on the top floor of The Local Taphouse, is open all year round and has 20 craft beers on tap. If beer is not your thing try a refreshing summer cocktail or warm up under the stars with a mug of spiced mulled wine.
Where: 122 Flinders St, Darlinghurst
Details: thelocal.com.au
7. BRIGADE ROOFTOP, WOOLLAHRA
Sitting 83m above sea level, Brigade Rooftop boasts a stunning urban outlook. Take in spectacular views of Sydney while relaxing on this leafy terrace. Graze on wood-fired pizzas or just sit back and relax with a cocktail.
Where: Corner of Jersey Rd and Melrose Lane, Woollahra
Details: lightbrigade.com.au
8. THE ROOK
Perched seven floors above ground, The Rook and it’s industrial rooftop bar is one of Sydney’s hidden CBD gems. It is all about lobsters here with whole lobsters, lobster rolls and even a lobster banquet. If you are not a big seafood fan there is also a great burger selection.
Where: 56-58 York Street, Sydney
Details: thekeystonegroup.com.au
9. WEBSTER’S ROOFTOP
Overlooking the bustling hub of King Street, Webster’s Rooftop brings a slice of 1950s backyard Australia to Newtown. From the quirky astro turf, birdcages and flamingos, to the leafy terrace and rustic barbeque pit, Webster’s Rooftop brings together the best of the era to serve up a rockin’ good time.
Where: 323 King St, Newtown
Details: webstersbar.com.au
10. THE OLD CLARE HOTEL
Have a swim or take in the vast views of the surrounding suburbs at the rooftop bar on level 4 of The Old Clare Hotel. Enjoy the bird’s eye view of Chippendale, soak up some sun, pop a bottle of champagne and, with Jason Atherton’s Kensington Street Social supplying the pool bar with food, there is no excuse to leave hungry.
Where: 1 Kensington St, Chippendale
Details: theoldclarehotel.com.au
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