Darlo Bar
barA quirky locals bar in the heart of Darlinghurst with craft beers downstairs and a bright rooftop courtyard perfect for gin and tonics.
4.3
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Happy Hour
select drinks
Monday – Friday
4:00pm – 6:00pm
Best For
BarLive MusicOutdoor SeatingWheelchair Accessible
306 Liverpool St, Darlinghurst 2010
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Monday12pm – 12am
Tuesday12pm – 12am
Wednesday12pm – 12am
ThursdayToday12pm – 12am
Friday12pm – 12am
Saturday12pm – 12am
Sunday12pm – 12am
The Vibe
- Two worlds in one building: The ground floor feels like stepping into someone's eclectic living room - mismatched cosy lounges, kitsch décor and a pool table surrounded by locals who clearly consider this their second home. It's the kind of place where you order chips in wooden bowls and lose track of time over a schooner.
- The rooftop changes everything: Upstairs opens into a bright courtyard bar that catches the sun perfectly for afternoon drinks. The contrast is deliberate - downstairs for settling in with mates, upstairs for dates and after-work gin and tonics.
- Peak times vary by floor: The public bar draws a steady crowd of Darlinghurst regulars throughout the week, while the rooftop fills with a slightly younger set during happy hour. Tuesday pool competitions downstairs, free movie nights from 7.30pm and Wednesday trivia hosted by local personality Jay Katz keep the weekly rhythm interesting.
The Neighbourhood
- Right in the thick of Liverpool Street: Darlo Bar sits at 306 Liverpool Street, the main drag that cuts through Darlinghurst's café and bar strip. You're within walking distance of the medical precinct around St Vincent's Hospital, which explains the mix of medical professionals among the regular crowd.
- Food comes from the neighbours: Rather than running a full kitchen, the venue works with nearby restaurants including Burger Joint for deliveries, keeping things simple while supporting the local strip. The bottle shop downstairs serves the neighbourhood's bottle needs.
- Transport connections: Liverpool Street runs between Kings Cross and Hyde Park Barracks Museum, making it an easy stop whether you're coming from the Cross or the city. The accommodation upstairs means some visitors never need to venture far from the bar, creating that genuine local pub feel even in the heart of the inner city.
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