Centro 86

bar

A subterranean tequila temple in the CBD serving five types of margaritas and 100 hand-selected agave spirits until 2am nightly.

4.7

(315 reviews)Google

Happy Hour Deals

Happy Hour

$7 beers, $16 spicy margaritas

Every Day

4:00pm – 6:00pm

Best For

BarTakes Reservations

86-88 Pitt Street, Sydney CBD 2000

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Opening Hours

Monday4pm – 12am

Tuesday4pm – 12am

Wednesday4pm – 2am

ThursdayToday4pm – 2am

Friday4pm – 2am

Saturday4pm – 2am

Sunday4pm – 12am

The Vibe

Hidden entrance: Look for the Centro 86 sign on Pitt Street, then head down Hoskings Place laneway to find a fire escape leading two flights underground to this subterranean cantina.
Psychedelic green dream: The basement space is lined with emerald-green artwork inspired by classic Mexican cantinas, with David Humphries' signature psychedelic bar top bringing splashes of colour to the 110-seat space.
Theatrical service: Staff in green waistcoats operate three manual ice-shaving machines, creating fresh ice to order for each drink - a dose of low-key cocktail theatre that adds texture and spectacle to the experience.
After-work crowd: The space draws groups settling in from 4pm onwards, with the atmosphere building as the night progresses toward the 2am close across all seven nights.

What People Love

Five types of margaritas: The menu stretches perceptions of what a margarita can be, including the standout Verde topped with parsley - a must-try that's genuinely unique in Sydney's bar scene.
100-strong tequila collection: Spirits range from $13-180, including varieties aged in-house by the Mucho team, ultra-rare bottles and Australia's first commercial agave spirit distilled in Queensland.
Happy hour value: $13 spicy margaritas and $7 tap beers from 4pm-6pm Tuesday to Saturday make this accessible for CBD pricing standards.
Complimentary popcorn: Every table gets a bag of popcorn with a new secret spice mix that rivals the beloved versions at the group's other venues.

The Neighbourhood

CBD basement hideaway: Tucked beneath Pitt Street in the financial district, the entrance via Hoskings Place laneway makes this feel worlds away from the corporate bustle above ground.
Mucho empire expansion: This is the latest from the group behind Bar Planet, Cantina OK, Tio's and The Cliff Dive - their most ambitious venue to date and the new centre of their tequila universe.
Transport links: The Pitt Street location puts you within walking distance of Wynyard and Martin Place stations, making it an easy after-work destination from anywhere in the CBD.
Local artwork: The fit-out features work from Australian artists including stained-glass makers, ceramicists and furniture designers, keeping the creative elements distinctly Sydney despite the Mexican cantina inspiration.

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The Vibe

Hidden entrance: Look for the Centro 86 sign on Pitt Street, then head down Hoskings Place laneway to find a fire escape leading two flights underground to this subterranean cantina.

Psychedelic green dream: The basement space is lined with emerald-green artwork inspired by classic Mexican cantinas, with David Humphries' signature psychedelic bar top bringing splashes of colour to the 110-seat space.

Theatrical service: Staff in green waistcoats operate three manual ice-shaving machines, creating fresh ice to order for each drink - a dose of low-key cocktail theatre that adds texture and spectacle to the experience.

After-work crowd: The space draws groups settling in from 4pm onwards, with the atmosphere building as the night progresses toward the 2am close across all seven nights.

What People Love

Five types of margaritas: The menu stretches perceptions of what a margarita can be, including the standout Verde topped with parsley - a must-try that's genuinely unique in Sydney's bar scene.

100-strong tequila collection: Spirits range from $13-180, including varieties aged in-house by the Mucho team, ultra-rare bottles and Australia's first commercial agave spirit distilled in Queensland.

Happy hour value: $13 spicy margaritas and $7 tap beers from 4pm-6pm Tuesday to Saturday make this accessible for CBD pricing standards.

Complimentary popcorn: Every table gets a bag of popcorn with a new secret spice mix that rivals the beloved versions at the group's other venues.

The Neighbourhood

CBD basement hideaway: Tucked beneath Pitt Street in the financial district, the entrance via Hoskings Place laneway makes this feel worlds away from the corporate bustle above ground.

Mucho empire expansion: This is the latest from the group behind Bar Planet, Cantina OK, Tio's and The Cliff Dive - their most ambitious venue to date and the new centre of their tequila universe.

Transport links: The Pitt Street location puts you within walking distance of Wynyard and Martin Place stations, making it an easy after-work destination from anywhere in the CBD.

Local artwork: The fit-out features work from Australian artists including stained-glass makers, ceramicists and furniture designers, keeping the creative elements distinctly Sydney despite the Mexican cantina inspiration.