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Top Cheap Bars in Sydney
We've got the scoop on cheap bars in Sydney, and we're diving in headfirst. Start your adventure in The Rocks, where history meets happy hours in hidden gem pubs. Then, onto Surry Hills for a mix of hip and affordable bars, perfect for soaking up the youthful energy and alternative scene. Newtown's your next stop, offering a slew of pubs with bargain drinks and a chill vibe. Finally, wrap it up in Haymarket, where a few watering holes offer drinks on the cheap. Dive into our curated listings and discover the best - and cheapest - bars in the city! Cheers to good times without emptying your pockets!
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![Basement Area at Hideout Bar in Neutral Bay, Sydney]()
from $300
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBasement Area
60 guestsHideout BarNeutral Bay, SydneyTThea W.
“Great venue, excellent location. Wonderful cocktails and amazing bar tender. Vince was easy to deal with.” -
![The Garden Bar and Terrace at Tatler Sydney in Darlinghurst, Sydney]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Garden Bar and Terrace
60 guestsTatler SydneyDarlinghurst, SydneyBBronwyn H.
“Bar music venue staff great” -
![The Gold Bar at Tatler Sydney in Darlinghurst, Sydney]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Gold Bar
40 guestsTatler SydneyDarlinghurst, SydneyMMaddison B.
“Highly responsive from initial enquiry through to event. We hired the gold bar and our group loved it.” -
![Penny Main Bar at Pennys Potts Point in Kings Cross, Sydney]()
from $250
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityPenny Main Bar
100 guestsPennys Potts PointKings Cross, Sydney
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SSally
“We had my husbands 30th birthday at the Pearl Lounge Bar. Our event manager Tayla was amazing.” -
![Kokomo at Cabana Bar in Sydney CBD]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityKokomo
30 guestsCabana BarSydney CBDMMatt L.
“Venue, service, and management of event from booking to finish was excellent.” -
![Lounge Bar at Greenwood Hotel in North Sydney]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLounge Bar
200 guestsGreenwood HotelNorth Sydney
#Supervenue
DDanielle V.
“We had my sons 21st in The Chapel Bar and everything was perfect! Such a great room with awesome atmosphere.” -
![Upstairs Lounge at Bondi Liquor Co in Bondi Beach, Sydney]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Lounge
40 guestsBondi Liquor CoBondi Beach, SydneyTTc
“Lots of flexibility with music, great system, and the bar upstairs makes it very comfortable.” -
![Rabbit Bar at The ArtHouse Hotel in Sydney CBD]()
from $16000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityRabbit Bar
400 guestsThe ArtHouse HotelSydney CBDAAmrit
“Having access to the bar in the room was a great facility as well as value all together!” -
![The Bar Area at The Field Bar in Eastern Suburbs, Sydney]()
from $500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Bar Area
70 guestsThe Field BarEastern Suburbs, SydneyIIsobel B.
“I wanted a family friendly event where we could drink too and that was perfect at The Field Bar.” -
![Entire Venue at The Ox Darlinghurst in Darlinghurst, Sydney]()
from $3850
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
150 guestsThe Ox DarlinghurstDarlinghurst, SydneyCCody C.
“Venue management communication and organisation during the event was awesome and extremely professional.” -
![Social Private Dining Room at Verandah in Sydney CBD]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySocial Private Dining Room
200 guestsVerandahSydney CBDSSuzy
“We had our event at Cabana Bar and Sass was AMAZING!!” -
![Curlewis Bar at Hotel Bondi in Bondi Beach, Sydney]()
from $1650
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCurlewis Bar
100 guestsHotel BondiBondi Beach, SydneyVVery V.
“Food was delicious and plenty for everyone. Venue was spacious and atmosphere great.”
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Celebrate at Top Bars for Birthday Parties
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“I hosted a 40th birthday party for my partner in this venue.I would recommend hosting an event here to anyone!”
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“The venue is beautiful and a perfect space for a private function. Nick and the staff are absolute legends.”
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“They even let us decorate the venue. Will definitely recommend the place to my friends!”
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“Easy to deal with event manager, Great location, great Vibe, fantastic for a private event”
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“We were just overjoyed with the venue / staff! Thank you guys so much x”
Check Our Sydney’s 21st Birthday Party Bars That Are All the Rage
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“Brendan was responsive, professional & accomodating. Made me feel like he wanted us there.”
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“I could not have dreamt of a better place to celebrate my 50th birthday with all my friends!”
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“The space was funky and fantastic, surrounded by the rest of the pub really made the party buzz.”
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“It was a pleasure dealing with Matisse and Belinda when organising our event.”
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“Venue, service, and management of event from booking to finish was excellent.”
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“The pork was delicious, the staff were very accomodating and easy to communicate with.”
Pick from Most Attractive Bars for Live Music Events
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“The staff were so friendly and gorgeous! The space was stunning and perfect for my theme.”
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FAQs about Top Cheap Bars in Sydney
In Sydney, prices of cheap bars average $2500 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Sydney, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From $1300 | to $4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $44 | to $85 | per person |
| From $300 | to $2000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
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Basement Area at Hideout Bar in Neutral Bay - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue, excellent location. Wonderful cocktails and amazing bar tender.’ -
Penny Main Bar at Pennys Potts Point in Kings Cross - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘I had my 21st at the area near the main bar and it was fantastic.’ -
The Garden Bar and Terrace at Tatler Sydney in Darlinghurst - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Highly responsive from initial enquiry through to event. We hired the gold bar and our group loved it.’
You'll find cheap bars in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Sydney, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small cheap bars | up to 40 guests | prices average $1300 minimum spend per event |
| Medium cheap bars | between 60 and 90 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large cheap bars | over 120 guests | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event |
You won’t go wrong by starting our search for affordable bars in these Sydney neighbourhoods:
- Haymarket: Dive into its selection of pubs and bars, where cheap drinks complement the tasty food options.
- Newtown: Embrace the youthful energy and alternative vibe of Newtown,join the eclectic mix of students and locals for a memorable night out on a budget.
- Surry Hills: Discover the area’s trendy and pocket-friendly pubs and bars. Keep an eye out for happy hour deals and student nights!
- The Rocks: Explore its hidden gem pubs, where drink specials and happy hours make for an affordable yet memorable night out.
