Uncanny Newtown

restaurant

A family-run cocktail bar across from Newtown Station serving Mediterranean share plates and inventive drinks like za'atar margaritas in a homey space filled with movie posters and knick-knacks.

4.6

(502 reviews)$$Google

Happy Hour Deals

Happy Hour

$8 schooners
$10 house wines
$10 uncanny dips
$18 classic cocktails

Tuesday – Friday

4:00pm – 6:00pm

Happy Hour

$8 schooners
$10 house wines
$10 uncanny dips
$18 classic cocktails

Saturday

12:00pm – 3:00pm

Best For

BarLive MusicOutdoor SeatingTakes Reservations

349 King Street, Newtown 2042

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Opening Hours

MondayClosed

Tuesday4pm – 12am

Wednesday4pm – 12am

ThursdayToday4pm – 12am

Friday4pm – 12am

Saturday12pm – 12am

Sunday12pm – 10pm

The Vibe

Physical space: Cosy and inviting interior decorated with an eclectic mix of family photos, movie posters and knick-knacks collected from the Bouskila family home. 70s-style chandeliers hang above retro curtains, with hanging plants dotted throughout and a jukebox adding to the nostalgic feel.
The crowd: Groups of friends dominating the share-friendly dining setup, with couples gravitating toward the intimate corners. The family-run operation creates genuine community vibes that draw locals back regularly.
Energy levels: Relaxed atmosphere most nights, with the energy picking up during Culture Night events on three Tuesdays each month featuring trivia, live music and open mic comedy.

What People Love

Signature cocktails: The Julio Richter - a mezcal margarita with za'atar salted rim - gets mentioned repeatedly, alongside the Alpine Negroni and the Rogue Gimlet with lavender-infused gin. Bartenders run regular competitions to create new drinks.
Mediterranean food: The lamb mince hummus stands out as the crowd favourite - hot pieces of lamb reminiscent of shawarma over creamy hummus. Other rotation staples include crispy za'atar bread, harissa and sumac potatoes with chilli aioli and sesame falafel with tahini lemon.
Custom approach: You can build your own cocktail with help from knowledgeable staff and the menu changes seasonally while keeping the popular dishes in rotation.

The Neighbourhood

Location: Sits directly across from Newtown Station on King Street, occupying the former Gurdys space at number 349. The prime position puts you seconds from the train platform and in the heart of Newtown's main strip.
The strip: King Street's restaurant and bar density means you're surrounded by options, but Uncanny's small family-run approach stands out against the chain venues and larger establishments that dominate this stretch. The suburb's main artery pulses with late-night energy, drawing crowds from across the inner west.
Local connection: The Newtown community has embraced the venue since its January reopening after pandemic delays, with the family operation fitting naturally into the suburb's tradition of independent, character-driven businesses. Local regulars appreciate finding something personal and homegrown on a strip increasingly dominated by corporate operators.

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The Vibe

Physical space: Cosy and inviting interior decorated with an eclectic mix of family photos, movie posters and knick-knacks collected from the Bouskila family home. 70s-style chandeliers hang above retro curtains, with hanging plants dotted throughout and a jukebox adding to the nostalgic feel.

The crowd: Groups of friends dominating the share-friendly dining setup, with couples gravitating toward the intimate corners. The family-run operation creates genuine community vibes that draw locals back regularly.

Energy levels: Relaxed atmosphere most nights, with the energy picking up during Culture Night events on three Tuesdays each month featuring trivia, live music and open mic comedy.

What People Love

Signature cocktails: The Julio Richter - a mezcal margarita with za'atar salted rim - gets mentioned repeatedly, alongside the Alpine Negroni and the Rogue Gimlet with lavender-infused gin. Bartenders run regular competitions to create new drinks.

Mediterranean food: The lamb mince hummus stands out as the crowd favourite - hot pieces of lamb reminiscent of shawarma over creamy hummus. Other rotation staples include crispy za'atar bread, harissa and sumac potatoes with chilli aioli and sesame falafel with tahini lemon.

Custom approach: You can build your own cocktail with help from knowledgeable staff and the menu changes seasonally while keeping the popular dishes in rotation.

The Neighbourhood

Location: Sits directly across from Newtown Station on King Street, occupying the former Gurdys space at number 349. The prime position puts you seconds from the train platform and in the heart of Newtown's main strip.

The strip: King Street's restaurant and bar density means you're surrounded by options, but Uncanny's small family-run approach stands out against the chain venues and larger establishments that dominate this stretch. The suburb's main artery pulses with late-night energy, drawing crowds from across the inner west.

Local connection: The Newtown community has embraced the venue since its January reopening after pandemic delays, with the family operation fitting naturally into the suburb's tradition of independent, character-driven businesses. Local regulars appreciate finding something personal and homegrown on a strip increasingly dominated by corporate operators.