Tell us about your bar:

The venue has had a couple of facelifts over the past 15 years. The original Middlebar was a place that was known for great drinks and great music, without the pretention. When I came on board and was asked what to change the name to, I thought Middlebar would help bring back that ethos – and it has. When you come up, you’ll expect to find a chilled out, relaxed atmosphere and staff that want to make sure you leave having had an amazing experience.

What’s on the menu?

Middlebar is right next to Johnny Wong’s Dumpling Bar.

Care for a drink?

Our gintonic menu gives you a selection of 50 gins, and an assortment of tonic waters and garnishes. Daiquiris also have their own separate menu, our wine list offers a selection of interesting varietals from across the Spanish-speaking world, and the beer list has a little something for everyone. Cristal is a Cuban favorite, but then lots of local craft beers from brewers like Young Henry’s, Wayward and Mountain Goat and some old favourites like Coopers Green and Reschs.

Sounds:

Besides Bamboo Boogie Wednesdays, we will soon have DJs playing every night of the week. Our new Sunday session will kick off with hip hop legends DJ Hudge, Cool Hand Luke and Mark Walton.

Highlights:

We pride ourselves on catering to anyone that wants to have a fun night out. Any night of the week you might see business people, students, Tinder dates, hipsters and hospo crowds all hanging out on the balcony together.

The bill comes to:Prawn gow gee + El Floridita Daiquiri = $27.50

Address: Level 2, 383 Bourke St, Taylor Sq, Darlinghurst
Phone: (02) 9331 3100 Website: middlebar.sydney
Opening Hours: Wednesday – Sunday 5pm-3am

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