Corridor

bar

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A multi-level small bar hidden behind an unassuming King Street entrance, with $16 cocktails, cosy nooks and a sunny rooftop deck that fills up fast.

4.4

(495 reviews)$$Google

Happy Hour Deals

Happy Hour

$15 cocktails

Monday – Friday

5:00pm – 7:00pm

Best For

BarOutdoor SeatingTakes ReservationsPet FriendlySmall Bar

153A King Street, Newtown 2042

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Opening Hours

MondayToday5pm – 11pm

Tuesday5pm – 11pm

Wednesday5pm – 11pm

Thursday5pm – 11pm

Friday4pm – 11:30pm

Saturday3pm – 11:30pm

Sunday3pm – 9pm

The Vibe

Layout: The space unfolds through multiple levels - squeeze past the front table and head up a rickety staircase that leads through neon-lit hideaways to different drinking zones. There's stools along the wall, spots hidden under the stairs, an upstairs lounge room with vintage décor and street-art-covered walls, plus a cosy back deck that catches the sun.
Crowd: The rooftop fills up quickly, so regulars know to arrive early or settle into the downstairs nooks. The assortment of spaces means you can find intimacy upstairs or join the buzz at street level.
Energy: Candle-lit mood lighting downstairs contrasts with the bright, sunny deck up top. It's the kind of place where the afternoon rush gives way to a more settled evening crowd spread across the different rooms.

What People Love

Cocktails: The $16 cocktail list has been the main draw since 2011, with standouts like the Funky Cold Medina (white rum, elderflower, cucumber, mint and lime) and the Mezcal and Smoked Maple Old Fashioned. Happy hour drops any cocktail to $10, Monday to Thursday 5-7pm.
Food: The Corridor board ($22) covers all bases with arancini, Mediterranean meatballs, grilled halloumi and garlic bread. For lighter bites, the crispy polenta ($12) and dip platter ($14) pair well with drinks, while pizzas ($10) and burgers ($12) satisfy bigger appetites.
Service: The bar staff know their cocktails inside out and happily talk you through the finer points of each drink.

The Neighbourhood

Location: Set on the busy stretch of King Street where Newtown's bar scene is thickest, with the entrance easy to miss between shopfronts. The address puts it in the heart of the suburb's nightlife strip.
Getting there: Walking distance from Newtown Station, though the exact entrance can catch first-timers off guard - look for the subtle signage rather than an obvious bar front.
Newtown fit: This is classic Newtown small bar territory, where venues pack maximum character into minimal square footage. The multi-level layout and street-art aesthetic fit naturally into the suburb's collection of independent venues that prioritise personality over polish.

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The Vibe

Layout: The space unfolds through multiple levels - squeeze past the front table and head up a rickety staircase that leads through neon-lit hideaways to different drinking zones. There's stools along the wall, spots hidden under the stairs, an upstairs lounge room with vintage décor and street-art-covered walls, plus a cosy back deck that catches the sun.

Crowd: The rooftop fills up quickly, so regulars know to arrive early or settle into the downstairs nooks. The assortment of spaces means you can find intimacy upstairs or join the buzz at street level.

Energy: Candle-lit mood lighting downstairs contrasts with the bright, sunny deck up top. It's the kind of place where the afternoon rush gives way to a more settled evening crowd spread across the different rooms.

What People Love

Cocktails: The $16 cocktail list has been the main draw since 2011, with standouts like the Funky Cold Medina (white rum, elderflower, cucumber, mint and lime) and the Mezcal and Smoked Maple Old Fashioned. Happy hour drops any cocktail to $10, Monday to Thursday 5-7pm.

Food: The Corridor board ($22) covers all bases with arancini, Mediterranean meatballs, grilled halloumi and garlic bread. For lighter bites, the crispy polenta ($12) and dip platter ($14) pair well with drinks, while pizzas ($10) and burgers ($12) satisfy bigger appetites.

Service: The bar staff know their cocktails inside out and happily talk you through the finer points of each drink.

The Neighbourhood

Location: Set on the busy stretch of King Street where Newtown's bar scene is thickest, with the entrance easy to miss between shopfronts. The address puts it in the heart of the suburb's nightlife strip.

Getting there: Walking distance from Newtown Station, though the exact entrance can catch first-timers off guard - look for the subtle signage rather than an obvious bar front.

Newtown fit: This is classic Newtown small bar territory, where venues pack maximum character into minimal square footage. The multi-level layout and street-art aesthetic fit naturally into the suburb's collection of independent venues that prioritise personality over polish.