It’s called: Peekaboo Bar

Who’s the cook/bartender? Erykah Saba

Eye candy: The fit-out comes courtesy of Edge Design Studio. Stripped back to reveal its original framework, there are exposed sandstone walls, naked light bulbs, a varnished timber bar top and a custom-painted mural paying homage to many movie greats. Peekaboo Bar’s raw yet polished feel provides a cozy haven for singles, couples and groups alike all looking for a perfect escape.

Flavours:For something to nibble, there is a selection of smaller share plates or more substantial meals if you feel like making a night of it, including a generous charcuterie board that offers a selection of cured meats, pate and olives ($25) which would wash down nicely with many of the wines available by the glass.

The selection of soft tacos ($6 each) are the perfect bite-sized treat and the oven-baked buffalo wings ($12) will have your mouth watering with a spicy marinade and blue cheese dipping sauce.

For the perfect winter warmer, tuck into Peekaboo’s house-made pot pie ($15) – with flavours changing daily they are sure to warm your cockles, perfectly matched with a hearty red or cleansing ale.

Care for a drink?Peekaboo Bar does some mean cocktails – consider old-school classics tailored by the Boo’s bartenders, like The Cheshire ($19) with gin, Aperol and honey water capped with a mint and grapefruit granita, or edgier mixes like Boops Ride ($19) – Hennessey, Cointreau, lemon juice and watermelon served up martini style. Or try the Golightly ($18), one sure to light your fire with a mix of Jack Daniel’s, Campari, Amaretto peach bitters and a splash of honey water served on the rocks.

The wine list also packs a punch, satisfying most tastes with a selection of local and international drops all available by the glass as well as a handpicked selection of craft beers.

Make us drool:Just when you thought Sydney’s slew of small bars couldn’t get any better, another great little hideaway opens up, Peekaboo Bar. A worthy contender, this charming, sultry small bar is tucked away from the main drag on Bourke Street, Woolloomooloo.

To top it off, Peekaboo Bar hosts Sunday Bloody Sundays with live soulful music to set the mood from 4pm. Settle in with a selection of Bloody Mary’s, Bloody Bulls, jugs of Pimms or tinnies and chow down on buffalo wings, cheesy fries and soft tacos.

The bill comes to:Food prices range from $6 to $25. Cocktails start from $16 and wines are all available by the glass from $8 and bottles from $34.

Address: 120 Bourke Street, Woolloomooloo
Opening hours:
Tue-Thu 4-10pm, Fri-Sat 4pm-12am

Website: peekaboobar.net.au

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