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Now Open: Surry Hills & Darlinghurst Bars and Restaurants

  • Writer: neighbourhoodmedia
    neighbourhoodmedia
  • 2 hours ago
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The Best New Openings in Surry Hills and Darlinghurst: Your Guide to Sydney’s Freshest Bars and Restaurants



Surry Hills and Darlinghurst continue to cement their reputations as two of Sydney’s most vibrant precincts for restaurant dining, drinks, and entertainment. These recent openings reflect a renewed energy, with post-work crowds, weekend diners, and late-night revellers well and truly back in full force.


El Primo Sanchez

Surry Hills and Darlinghurst continue to cement their reputations as two of Sydney’s most vibrant precincts for dining, drinks and entertainment. From hidden laneway eateries to stylish cocktail bars to intimate late-night venues and bass-pumping nightclubs, these brand new inner-city venues offer an unrivalled mix of flavours, atmosphere, and experience.


This recent wave of new openings highlights a renewed energy, marking Sydney’s post-work crowds, weekend diners and late-night revellers as back in full force. To celebrate, we’ve put together your go-to guide of the newest spots to hit Surry Hills and Darlinghurst. Whether you’re looking for after-work drinks, somewhere for a special occasion, or a night out that stretches into the wee hours, we’ve got you covered.


El Primo Sanchez

📍 410 Crown St, Surry Hills

🔑 Opened: October


After two and a half years of serving tacos, tequila, and late-night karaoke in Paddington, El Primo Sanchez has arrived in Surry Hills! The new location offers an elevated cocktail experience, refined Latin American street food menu and, of course - the signature karaoke room. You can even grab a free Tequila Passport and sip your way through Mexico, earning stamps along the way. Collect them all and earn your bragging right, plus win prizes like premium tequila shots and cocktails.



Le Frérot

📍 81 Macleay St, Potts Point

🔑 Opened: October


Le Frérot, the spirited younger sibling to Franca Brasserie, is bringing Parisian charm to Potts Point. From morning croissants to late-night bistro classics, at Le Frérot you’ll find a relaxed yet refined dining experience. The menu features elevated dishes like Moreton Bay bug benedict and roast Wollemi duck breast, all complemented by an extensive wine list.



And some other noteworthy mentions in nearby neighbourhoods:


The Mulwray

📍 11 Oxford Street, Paddington

🔑 Opened: September


The Mulwray

Named after Evelyn Mulwray, a character from the classic film Chinatown, The Mulwray has a classic feel, with a modern attitude. Led by sommelier Eleonore Wulf, The Mulwray boasts a 100-bin wine list that emphasises biodynamic wines and selections from lesser-known growers.



Monica Rooftop Bar

📍 1 Oxford Street, Paddington

🔑 Opened: September


A destination for inspired design, sunset cocktails, and effortless luxury with a soundtrack to match, Monica captures the rhythms and rituals of modern Sydney through a distinctly cinematic lens. Guests can soak in sweeping views of Paddington and the city skyline while enjoying a refined yet relaxed atmosphere.



Caness

📍 348 Oxford Street, Paddington

🔑 Opened: April


Caness

Helmed by the team behind Surry Hills’ beloved Shaffa, Caness is a vibrant Middle Eastern and Mediterranean tapas bar offering a menu of bold, ingredient-led share plates. Dishes like traditional prawns saganaki with homemade feta, smoky grilled octopus with caper salsa, and a standout kubaneh (Yemeni bread) take centre stage. Paired with a thoughtfully curated drinks list featuring over 80 wines and cocktails, this is the perfect restaurant-bar for any occasion.


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