Jacksons on George

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great views of cityfriendly staffgreat for groups

A three-level dining and drinking precinct in the CBD with a rooftop bar, European bistro and casual public bar spanning the site of the old dive-y music venue.

3.9

(427 reviews)$$Google

Happy Hour Deals

Happy Hour

$7 tap beers
wines from $9
spritz from $10
$11 negronis
$11 martinis

Monday – Friday

4:00pm – 6:00pm

Best For

BarLive MusicOutdoor SeatingTakes ReservationsPub

176 George Street, Sydney CBD 2000

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Opening Hours

MondayToday10am – 12am

Tuesday10am – 12am

Wednesday10am – 12am

Thursday10am – 2am

Friday10am – 3am

Saturday10am – 3am

Sunday10am – 11pm

The Vibe

Three distinct levels: The ground-floor Public Bar serves as an all-day meeting spot with glass walls facing George Street, while Bistro George on the second floor offers refined European dining with private dining options. The rooftop bar sits under a striking white canopy, creating an al-fresco space that catches the city light.
Art-filled interiors: Local artwork fills the inside spaces, including a large painting by Archibald Prize finalist Kaylene Whiskey dominating the ground floor. The contrast between the polished new fit-out and the venue's notorious late-night music bar past is stark - this is a thoroughly different place now.
Mixed crowd dynamics: The public bar draws city workers grabbing quick lunches, while the bistro attracts dinner groups looking for something more upmarket. The rooftop fills with a post-work crowd on sunny afternoons, with vinyl-spinning DJs adding to the atmosphere. Friday and Saturday nights see Bistro George transform into a late-night supper spot with live jazz after 11pm.

The Neighbourhood

CBD positioning: Sitting at 176 George Street in the heart of the business district, Jacksons anchors the Sydney Place dining precinct alongside Lode's second outpost, Kosta's Takeaway and Besuto. The location puts it within easy walking distance of major office towers and transport hubs.
Historical significance: The building carries serious Sydney nightlife history - the old Jacksons was a seminal late-night live music venue that most locals have war stories about. The transformation from dive bar to polished dining precinct marks a significant shift in how this corner of the CBD operates.
Precinct development: As the centrepiece of an emerging dining cluster, it represents the ongoing gentrification of this George Street stretch. The mix of casual and upmarket offerings across three levels means it works for different crowds throughout the day, from grab-and-go office workers to dinner groups staying late.

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The Vibe

Three distinct levels: The ground-floor Public Bar serves as an all-day meeting spot with glass walls facing George Street, while Bistro George on the second floor offers refined European dining with private dining options. The rooftop bar sits under a striking white canopy, creating an al-fresco space that catches the city light.

Art-filled interiors: Local artwork fills the inside spaces, including a large painting by Archibald Prize finalist Kaylene Whiskey dominating the ground floor. The contrast between the polished new fit-out and the venue's notorious late-night music bar past is stark - this is a thoroughly different place now.

Mixed crowd dynamics: The public bar draws city workers grabbing quick lunches, while the bistro attracts dinner groups looking for something more upmarket. The rooftop fills with a post-work crowd on sunny afternoons, with vinyl-spinning DJs adding to the atmosphere. Friday and Saturday nights see Bistro George transform into a late-night supper spot with live jazz after 11pm.

The Neighbourhood

CBD positioning: Sitting at 176 George Street in the heart of the business district, Jacksons anchors the Sydney Place dining precinct alongside Lode's second outpost, Kosta's Takeaway and Besuto. The location puts it within easy walking distance of major office towers and transport hubs.

Historical significance: The building carries serious Sydney nightlife history - the old Jacksons was a seminal late-night live music venue that most locals have war stories about. The transformation from dive bar to polished dining precinct marks a significant shift in how this corner of the CBD operates.

Precinct development: As the centrepiece of an emerging dining cluster, it represents the ongoing gentrification of this George Street stretch. The mix of casual and upmarket offerings across three levels means it works for different crowds throughout the day, from grab-and-go office workers to dinner groups staying late.