“With a name like Dine Out, you might be forgiven for thinking that Broadsheet’s winter festival is all about eating, but this year’s Sydney program has worked its way into plenty of the city’s hottest bars. We tapped 17 bars across the city to create a special one-off deal for the duration of the festival, from July 27 to August 2. Some venues offer substantial discounts, and others will serve meals that pair their venue’s most popular drinks with serious snacks. Here’s what’s happening around town.”

“Dine Out has three happy hour trails split between Enmore, Potts Point and the CBD. They’re all good, but the CBD trail packs the biggest punch with eight venues taking part. Several of them are collaborating with other CBD venues to celebrate the width and breadth of the city’s scene. From black truffle Martinis and MSG Margs to half-priced Japanese whiskey and sorbet-spiked Daiquiris, here are the venues taking part in the Dine Out CBD happy hour.”

“Sip and save during happy hour at these bars and venues across the city serving affordable drinks and bargain bites.It’s winter in Sydney. The temperature’s dropping, prices are rising, and even your group chats are going quiet. In times like these – when a single round can cost an arm and a leg – we’re especially grateful for a good happy hour.”

“This year marks year two of Centro 86, the underground tequila joint from the Mucho Group (Cantina OK!, Tio’s Cerveceria, Bar Planet, Bar Herbs). Across that time, they’ve grown their tequila selection — there’s some 200-odd bottles on the back bar today — and become a must-visit destination for a growing group of regulars.”

“If there's one summer drink that never goes out of style, it's the margarita. With its salted rim and smooth tequila, it's the ultimate warm-weather classic, made for long afternoons with friends. To celebrate that feeling, Tequila Herradura (which has been crafting tequila for 150 years) is teaming up with some of Australia's favourite bars to put their unique spins on the classic cocktail.”

“Where to find your nearest bars serving a new year spin on the classic cocktail.”

“Plus, a new fish’n’chipper, half-price lobster spaghetti from the Ormeggio team, a bigger L’Avant Cave for Paddington, new happy hours at Bar Planet and more Sydney food and drink news.”

“Find top-tier happy hours, late-night hangs and unbeatable drinks from the Mucho Group crew”

“Gertrude Street Enoteca was reborn at Carnation Canteen for one night only. Sydney institution Corner 75 stopped by Carlton. And Gerald’s Bar and Cam’s Kiosk teamed up for an epic party.”

“You’re either finishing work or starting your night, and you’re on the hunt for a refreshing beverage. But more than that, you need a deal. But where to get one?”

“Say cheers to drinks from $5, snacks from $4 and a behemoth cheeseburger from a hatted restaurant.”

“Dine Out gets underway next week, and plenty of Hot-Listed venues are getting in on the fun. Best of all, most of these one-off, exclusive and limited-run aren’t sold out or don’t need a booking.”

“Two of Sydney’s top bars. Two happy hours. Right next door.”

“Two of Sydney’s top bars. Two happy hours. Right next door.”

“There’s perhaps no greater joy in life than a well-earned bargain. Even better? One that arrives with three olives and an ice-cold glass; served with a side of something salty, briny, or freshly shucked.”

“Picture this: you’ve just finished work, the sun is shining down on you, and you’re laughing with your besties — what do you have in your hand? A fresh margarita.”

“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.”

“Make a (socially distanced) beeline to some of Sydney’s best Happy Hour deals. In partnership with DiDi Australia, which is offering 50 per cent off rides during peak dining times, here’s where to head for a less expensive brew.”