15 bars and restaurants in Sydney's CBD we're loving right now
“From restaurants and bars that have been around for decades to newcomers spicing up the scene, Sydney’s CBD is (and always has been) a hotspot for foodies.”
Time Out Sydney Food & Drink Awards 2025: Cocktail Bar Nominees
“Check out the nominees for Best Cocktail Bar in the Time Out Sydney Food & Drink Awards 2025”
How To Spend 24 Hours in Sydney in 2025
“Heading interstate? Broadsheet’s city cheat sheets cover everything from flash new spots that live up to the hype, to old faithfuls that continue to deliver. This hit list will have you making the most of every minute in Sydney.”
Centro 86, an “Extra-Ordinary” Sydney Tequila Bar
“Centro 86, one of our favourite bar openings of 2024, has just launched a new happy hour. And it’s a good ’un. Visit Tuesday to Saturday for $12 spicy Margaritas and $7 Angel Oro lagers, available from 4pm to 6pm.”
Centro 86 is a banging Sydney tequila bar by the Cantina OK! team
“It doesn’t matter how crowded or empty it is – tequila bar Centro 86 is always a vibe.”
The best bars in Sydney's CBD right now
“All the best booze action to be had in the heart of the city”
The Best Bars In The Sydney CBD Right Now
“Urban List has sipped through the Sydney CBD to uncover the best cocktail spots, basement boozers and sleek wine bars worth visiting when you're a little thirsty in the heart of our fair city. For everything from knockoffs to kick-ons, here are the best bars in Sydney's CBD.”
Our eight favourite new Sydney restaurants and bars of the year (so far)
“Our half-year dining report card shows that despite the many challenges facing the hospitality industry, there’s plenty to get excited about.”
Centro 86, Sydney Review
“Head down a hidden fire escape to discover the Cantina OK! team's most ambitious bar to-date.”
Move Over Negroni Sbagliato: It’s a Spicy Marg Summer
“It’s become ubiquitous in the bars of Australia, both Mexican-leaning and not. But not all Spicy Margs are created equal. Here’s what makes a great Spicy Marg, where to find the country’s best and a simple recipe to stash behind your home bar.”
Now Open: A Specialty Tequila Bar From the MUCHO Hospitality Group
“Centro 86 is a basement tequila bar from the award-winning crew behind Bar Planet, Tio's, and Cantina OK!”
Mucho Group’s Centro 86 arrives in Sydney
“The hospitality group behind Cantina OK!, Bar Planet, Tio’s, and Cliff Dive have opened their latest venue Centro 86 in the Sydney CBD.”
Cantina OK operator opens Sydney Tequila bar
“Australia’s Mucho Hospitality Group, which operates Cantina OK, has opened a Tequila bar in Sydney called Centro 86.”
The Cantina OK! Team Has Nailed the Brief Once Again with Its Expansive New CBD Cocktail Bar Centro 86
“A top-secret Pitt Street basement has been transformed into a bustling underground cantina with one-of-a-kind cocktails until 2am, seven days a week.”
First look: Cantina OK! team open otherworldly late-night tequila bar Centro 86
“From the DIY margarita menu, to the Australian-exclusive spirits, Sydney has never seen a tequila bar like this before.”