“From intimate wine rooms and rooftop spritz spots to sultry late-night cocktail dens, Sydney’s bar scene is gearing up for a seriously exciting year. Whether you’re chasing exceptional wine lists, boundary-pushing cocktails or neighbourhood locals you’ll be visiting on repeat, these are the bar openings set to shape 2026. Trust us, your group chats are about to get busy.”

“Whether you take yours dry or wet, dirty or with a twist, Sydneysiders are downing martinis across the city like they’re going out of style. Sydney’s bar scene has always been something to celebrate. From organic wines in tucked-away Surry Hills bars to craft beers in Marrickville breweries and spicy margaritas in the CBD, there’s something for every taste. But lately, one classic has been stealing the spotlight. Right now, Sydney is all about the martini.”

“By the end of the week, Sydney will have welcomed a number of new on-premise venues and experiences.This includes Razz Room, a daiquiri bar and Odd Culture’s first CBD venue, opening on Tuesday, followed by W Sydney’s ode to Fernet-Branca, Caffé Fernet, two days later. These join recently-opened and hotly anticipated venues Bar Bridge and Bar Hanami – celebrations of martinis and whisky respectively.”

“MUCHO Group has opened a new martini bar in Sydney CBD, with Bar Bridge bringing extra-dry classics, pan-Asian flavours and a moodier after-dark energy to Bridge Street.”

“Mucho Group has unveiled Bar Bridge, a new cocktail venue bringing martini culture to Bridge Street in the CBD.”

“Sydney’s newest venue from Mucho Group, Bar Bridge, offers extra-dry Martinis and is inspired by classic European cocktail bars. Mucho Group is behind several cocktail venues in Sydney, including Bar Planet, agave bars Cantina OK and Centro 86, and, most recently, Herbs Taverne.”

“Putting their next foot forward in a not-so-slow domination of Sydney’s underground bar scene, MUCHO Group has opened Bar Bridge—a red-lit, basement martini bar (the third in the group’s growing lineup) taking over the former Double Deuce Lounge site.”

“MUCHO Group has opened Bar Bridge on 6 Bridge Street, taking over the former Double Deuce site and shifting the space into martini territory. It’s the latest from the team behind Bar Planet, Cantina OK! and Tio’s Cerveceria, this time zeroing in on the Dry Martini and the rituals that come with it.”

“Celebrating a work win over wine, sampling the cocktail menu during a long-overdue catch-up with a friend, or kicking on after a lunch or dinner call for finding a bar worthy of the occasion — so these are Sydney’s newest bars that should be on your radar for your next drink.”

“At the end of last year, Mucho Group had only been planning to open one venue in 2026: Super 44. But when 70s-inspired Double Deuce Lounge closed its doors in November, plans shifted.”

“If you're over hot cross buns and chocolate eggs and feel like venturing out on the long weekend, there are plenty of hotspots to choose from. Hit this list for the cafes, restaurants and bars staying open in Sydney over the four days.”

“Mucho Group has expanded its Sydney CBD presence with the opening of Bar Bridge on Bridge Street, continuing its exploration of the Martini, this time highlighting the extra dry style and the old-world charm of classic European cocktail bars.”

“The Bar Planet team has moved into the old Double Deuce drinking den, bringing a trio of slick Martinis and a daily happy hour. And, of course, a flash new popcorn flavour.”

“The countdown to the 2026 Easter long weekend has begun. Yep, that glorious four-day weekend is on the horizon, so we can soak up the crisp autumn air and indulge in way too much chocolate.”

“The team behind Cantina OK and Bar Planet are back with two of this year’s biggest bar openings. Here’s what to expect when Bar Bridge and Super 44 launch very soon.”

“Plus, bookings open for a three-Michelin-starred diner’s residency, a pop-up from Madeleine de Proust, and the best bakeries according to chefs.”

“Including a music bar and bistro for Cronulla, two CBD spots from the Odd Culture team, the “world’s best Margaritas” in Newtown and world-renowned pizza joint from Tokyo.”

“MUCHO Group is doubling down on Sydney this autumn, opening two new venues within weeks of each other: Bar Bridge in the CBD and Super 44 in Newtown. The hospitality group behind Sydney cult-favourites like Cantina OK! and Bar Planet is planting its flag at 6 Bridge Street from early April, before heading up Newtown to 44 Enmore Road in late May with a second, still-under-wraps concept.”

“Sydney is a little over one month away from the debut of Bar Bridge, which will open in the basement space at 6 Bridge Street in the Uptown precinct of the city.”

“When Mucho Group was inducted into the Hall of Fame at this year’s Australian Bar Awards, a sense of excited agreement rippled across the room.”