Bars Herbs

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An underground martini bar in the Sydney CBD basement scene, serving classic cocktails and unexpected twists with a focus on ice-cold martinis and Golden Age recipes.

4.7

(123 reviews)Google

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Happy Hour

$7 beers, $13 martinis

Wednesday – Sunday

4:00pm – 6:00pm

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213 Clarence Street, Sydney CBD 2000

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Opening Hours

MondayClosed

TuesdayClosed

WednesdayToday4pm – 12am

Thursday4pm – 2am

Friday4pm – 2am

Saturday4pm – 2am

Sunday4pm – 12am

The Vibe

Physical space: Herbs occupies a basement level beneath 213 Clarence Street, accessed by stairs that drop you into an intimate underground drinking den. The space channels classic cocktail bar aesthetics with a modern edge - think low ceilings, ambient lighting and the kind of subterranean atmosphere that makes you forget what time it is above ground.
Crowd and energy: The bar draws CBD workers unwinding after hours and night owls looking for something more substantial than the street-level options. Happy hour from 4pm-6pm brings the after-work crowd, while later hours see groups settling in for longer sessions. The underground setting naturally keeps noise contained, making it suitable for both dates and small groups without the need to shout over conversation.

What People Love

Cocktails: The martini program is the main draw - Herbs positions itself as a martini bar first, with ice-cold classics and contemporary riffs on Golden Age recipes. Happy hour brings $13 Herbs Martinis, making quality cocktails accessible for CBD pricing.
Beer selection: Tap beers hit $7 during happy hour, offering solid value for the location. The drinks program connects traditional recipes to modern techniques, seeking flavour in both familiar and unexpected directions.
Late-night appeal: As an underground bar that welcomes night owls, Herbs fills a gap in the CBD's evening options. The basement location and extended hours make it a destination for those looking beyond the typical after-work spots that dominate the area.

The Neighbourhood

Location: Sitting on Clarence Street just steps from Town Hall Station, Herbs occupies prime CBD real estate in the heart of Sydney's business district. The entrance behind the bus stop makes it easy to miss unless you know what you're looking for.
Neighbourhood character: The CBD location puts it within walking distance of workers from the surrounding office towers, while the underground nature distinguishes it from the street-level pubs and wine bars that dominate the area's drinking scene.
Transport connections: The proximity to Town Hall Station makes it accessible from across Sydney's rail network, positioning it as both a convenient after-work stop for CBD workers and a destination venue for those coming from other suburbs.

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The Vibe

Physical space: Herbs occupies a basement level beneath 213 Clarence Street, accessed by stairs that drop you into an intimate underground drinking den. The space channels classic cocktail bar aesthetics with a modern edge - think low ceilings, ambient lighting and the kind of subterranean atmosphere that makes you forget what time it is above ground.

Crowd and energy: The bar draws CBD workers unwinding after hours and night owls looking for something more substantial than the street-level options. Happy hour from 4pm-6pm brings the after-work crowd, while later hours see groups settling in for longer sessions. The underground setting naturally keeps noise contained, making it suitable for both dates and small groups without the need to shout over conversation.

What People Love

Cocktails: The martini program is the main draw - Herbs positions itself as a martini bar first, with ice-cold classics and contemporary riffs on Golden Age recipes. Happy hour brings $13 Herbs Martinis, making quality cocktails accessible for CBD pricing.

Beer selection: Tap beers hit $7 during happy hour, offering solid value for the location. The drinks program connects traditional recipes to modern techniques, seeking flavour in both familiar and unexpected directions.

Late-night appeal: As an underground bar that welcomes night owls, Herbs fills a gap in the CBD's evening options. The basement location and extended hours make it a destination for those looking beyond the typical after-work spots that dominate the area.

The Neighbourhood

Location: Sitting on Clarence Street just steps from Town Hall Station, Herbs occupies prime CBD real estate in the heart of Sydney's business district. The entrance behind the bus stop makes it easy to miss unless you know what you're looking for.

Neighbourhood character: The CBD location puts it within walking distance of workers from the surrounding office towers, while the underground nature distinguishes it from the street-level pubs and wine bars that dominate the area's drinking scene.

Transport connections: The proximity to Town Hall Station makes it accessible from across Sydney's rail network, positioning it as both a convenient after-work stop for CBD workers and a destination venue for those coming from other suburbs.