We Three, a neighbourhood bar on Marrickville’s Illawarra Road, is run by the mother-daughter duo Catherine and Ali Gibson Roy. Housed in a former bubble tea shop, it brings together good wine and Mediterranean-inspired plates in a setting full of heritage charm.
Dan Dan is the brainchild of the duo behind Sydney CBD’s beloved sandwich and cocktail bar Tiny’s, bringing their signature quirky charm and culinary flair to Pyrmont.
If you want to bartend as a career, you’ll need to know a lot; knowledge is power! Be an active member of the community by attending brand sessions and trainings, enter comps to get your name out there: you’ll either win or learn.
It has also been an incredible year for Australia with a new best bar in Australasia with Melbourne’s Caretaker’s Cottage rising two places to No.21, also taking home the Michter’s Art of Hospitality Award. They are joined by Sydney’s Maybe Sammy at No.26 and new entry Byrdi, in Melbourne, at No.35.
The dust has settled on another Australian Bartender Magazine Bar Awards. We have sifted through hundreds of photos and have put together a gallery of some of our favourite shots which you can find right here!
For the team behind Sydney Bar Week, David & Amy Spanton, this marks their final year as hosts of the event and they couldn’t be more proud of how it all unfolded. Here’s to seeing what happens in 2024… But for now, here is a selection of some of our favourite photos from the events.
Taking a bit of inspiration from London’s top martini bars, with a laid-back Spanish vibe, Grant Collins from Gin Lane has put together a mix of experimental and classic drinks.
Launching in early August and open every day, Arms Length is taking over the well-known late-night spot, Dean’s Lounge with the energetic sister duo, Rebecca O’Shea (formerly with Rockpool Dining Group) and Rosie O’Shea at the helm.
With offerings in Surry Hills and now Newtown, you can get a double dose of rock ‘n’ roll with a side of Italian food thanks to owner Sid Chand
“Papi Katsu is like nothing we’ve done before. We’ve all been in the industry for years, and now we just want to have a bit of fun,” says Tua. “The cheeky name, incredible menu, cyberpunk vibes, and top-notch service… we’re creating a spot where it’s all about enjoying yourself, no matter the occasion.”
Nestled along Hervey Bay’s esplanade, Bar Soma is a little slice of cosmopolitan charm that’s been shaking things up since late 2022. Co-founded by Timo van Hest and Neil Yates, Soma is all about delivering a top-notch dining experience in a laid-back, intimate setting.
Located in the basement of the iconic Gaden House in Double Bay, Bobbie’s is a joint venture with the Perrys’ longtime mates, Linden Pride and Nathalie Hudson, known for their Dante bars in New York City and Los Angeles