Little Felix
barA moody 1920s Paris-inspired cocktail bar tucked beside Felix restaurant, serving classic French cocktails and wine from magnums to a candlelit crowd in the heart of Merivale's Ivy precinct.
4.4
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Happy Hour
- $9 select house wine
- $9 select house beer
- $9 select house spirits
- $18 cocktails
Tuesday – Saturday
7:00pm – 9:00pm
Best For
BarOutdoor SeatingTakes ReservationsWheelchair AccessibleQuiet
2a Ash Street, Sydney CBD 2000
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MondayClosed
Tuesday5pm – 12am
WednesdayToday5pm – 12am
Thursday3pm – 1am
Friday3pm – 1am
Saturday4pm – 1am
SundayClosed
The Vibe
- Interior design: Emerald green walls, hefty marble bar and leather booths create a moody 1920s Parisian atmosphere, complete with amber-coloured lampshades and tapestries depicting fauna-filled jungle scenes.
- Space and layout: The 60-seat venue feels intimate and candlelit, designed by ACME and stylist Amanda Talbot to evoke the golden age of cocktails and late-night romance.
- Crowd and timing: The space draws date-night pairs and groups looking for pre- or post-theatre drinks, with a polished but not fussy atmosphere that suits special occasions without being overly formal.
- Energy level: Dark and moody rather than buzzy, Little Felix leans into conversation-friendly intimacy over high-energy socialising, making it ideal for catching up over drinks and cheese.
What People Love
- Cocktails: Eight classic cocktails inspired by early 20th-century Parisian hotels, including the Paris Meridian (their take on a French 75 with Chandon blanc de blancs and French thyme liqueur) and Le Ricain (their sidecar with Hennessy VS, Cointreau and Armagnac).
- Wine service: All wines and champagne are poured from magnum bottles, which according to Master Sommelier Franck Moreau creates more complex flavours as the wine matures slowly.
- Food: The cheese selection cut from a towering platter at the bar gets consistent praise, along with the must-order duck liver parfait and truffle tartines.
- Value: $18 cocktails represent standard CBD pricing for this level of quality and service, with $9 select house wine during happy hour Tuesday to Saturday from 7-9pm.
The Neighbourhood
- Location: Tucked alongside hatted French restaurant Felix at 2a Ash Street, Little Felix sits in the heart of Merivale's Ivy Precinct in the CBD.
- Transport: Wynyard Station is the closest stop - take the George Street exit and walk up to number 330. Circular Quay ferry terminal is a 15-minute walk via George Street.
- Precinct context: Part of Merivale's 'Ivy 2.0' project, Little Felix joins established venues including Bar Topa, Palings, Ash St Cellar, The Royal George and Ivy Pool Club in this concentrated hospitality strip.
- Timing advantage: The openings coincide with the Light Rail launch and George Street pedestrian zone, plus the City of Sydney's approved late-night trading plan, positioning the precinct for increased foot traffic and extended operating hours.
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