Best Bartender’s Bar – The Bar Awards 2026 finalists unveiled

The finalists for the 25th Annual Bar Awards are almost here — and in the lead-up, we’re revealing a few categories early. Next up are your picks for the country’s Best Bartender’s Bar.

BAR AWARDS TICKETS

This year’s Bar Awards will take place on Wednesday 16 September at Doltone House, closing out another Sydney Bar Week.

If you’re a finalist, you’ll receive your ticket discount code when the full finalist list is announced on Friday 10 July.

For the first time, tickets will also be available to the wider hospitality industry, giving finalists the chance to celebrate alongside colleagues, friends, and supporters at Australia’s largest peer-voted Bar Awards.

And now, without further ado, here are the Top 10 finalists for Best Bartender’s Bar.

Best Bartender’s Bar

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Alice Bar, QLD

Black Pearl, VIC

Fortunate Son, NSW

Hats & Tatts, VIC

Heartbreaker, VIC

Jolene’s, NSW

Old Mate’s Place, NSW

Pendant Public Bar, VIC

Ramblin’ Rascal Tavern, NSW

Squeaky Clean, ACT