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Top Bar Venues in Sydney CBD
Discover Sydney’s private bars, where stylish venues set the scene for intimate gatherings and exclusive events like birthdays, anniversaries, and small corporate functions. Found along George and Pitt Streets and near Martin Place, these bars provide inviting atmospheres with expertly crafted drinks, signature beverages, customisable menus, interactive entertainment, and exclusive VIP areas, all designed to cater to your event needs. Visit Tagvenue to easily book your private space in Sydney CBD and enjoy an unforgettable experience.
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![Rabbit Bar at The ArtHouse Hotel in Sydney CBD]()
from $16000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityRabbit Bar
400 guestsThe ArtHouse HotelSydney CBDBBrad S.
“Plenty of room to sit, mingle and dance. Audio and AV were good. Private bar” -
![Terrace Bar at Dunkirk Hotel in Pyrmont, Sydney CBD]()
from $500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTerrace Bar
110 guestsDunkirk HotelPyrmont, Sydney CBD
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SSubathini S.
“The Terrace Bar and Dunkirk was a great venue for my son's 23rd birthday.” -
![The Glenmore Room at The Occidental in Sydney CBD]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Glenmore Room
120 guestsThe OccidentalSydney CBD
#Supervenue
AAida G.
“Venue was spacious and the private bar was perfect. Communication with the function managers was good too!” -
![Club at Arcade Bar & Club in Sydney CBD]()
from $5000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityClub
300 guestsArcade Bar & ClubSydney CBDDDavid P.
“Outstanding venue for a private function.” -
![Ground Floor at Arcade Bar & Club in Sydney CBD]()
from $110
per person / per dayCheck availabilityGround Floor
400 guestsArcade Bar & ClubSydney CBDLLevana
“We absolutely loved our experience at Arcade Bar & Club.” -
![LinQ Bar at Shelbourne Hotel in Sydney CBD]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityLinQ Bar
150 guestsShelbourne HotelSydney CBDWe specialize in cocktail parties large and small. Our exclusive function rooms suit a range of occasions, from corporate Christmas celebrations to milestone Birthdays and Engagement Parties. -
![Entire Venue at The Rooftop Sydney in Sydney CBD]()
from $6050
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
300 guestsThe Rooftop SydneySydney CBDThe L shaped room has a private bar, bathrooms and includes space for an optional dance floor and your own choice of music. In-house AV includes a cordless microphone for speeches, a projector screen for corporate presentations -
![Market Street Garden Bar at Shelbourne Hotel in Sydney CBD]()
from $30000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMarket Street Garden Bar
550 guestsShelbourne HotelSydney CBDMarket Street Garden Bar is a Bar in the Shelbourne Hotel, an intimate, semi-enclosed lounge area that feels tucked away from the venue's main public spaces. -
![Entire Venue at Cabana Bar in Sydney CBD]()
from $65000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
350 guestsCabana BarSydney CBDMMatt L.
“Venue, service, and management of event from booking to finish was excellent.” -
![Como Room at Bar Lulu in The Rocks, Sydney CBD]()
from $200
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityComo Room
220 guestsBar LuluThe Rocks, Sydney CBDComo Room is a Function Room in Bar Lulu, a compact private event space defined by an adaptable layout geared towards music and mingling. Design: The room features exposed stone walls, timber beams and arched windows beneath -
![Waterfront Rooftop Terrace at Rouge Bar Darling Harbour in Sydney CBD]()
from $45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityWaterfront Rooftop Terrace
35 guestsRouge Bar Darling HarbourSydney CBDLocated on the Rooftop Terrace at Cockle Bay Wharf, Rouge Bar is an intimate harbourfront venue ideal for private events of up to 30 guests. With sweeping views, modern décor and a relaxed lounge atmosphere, it’s a standout -
![Entire Venue at Barrel Below Bar and Dining in Sydney CBD]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
70 guestsBarrel Below Bar and DiningSydney CBDThe bar serves wine, spirits and cocktails, with bottled wine displayed behind the counter. The venue also provides Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and dine-in service, with modern Australian food prepared on site.
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Booking costs of private bars average $2250 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 CBD, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $1500 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $45 | to $100 | per person |
| From $500 | to $2000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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Rabbit Bar at The ArtHouse Hotel in Sydney CBD - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Audio and AV were good. Private bar...’ -
Terrace Bar at Dunkirk Hotel in Pyrmont - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The bard service was very good and we jus had a wonderful time - they looked after us very well.’ -
The Glenmore Room at The Occidental in Sydney CBD - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Venue was spacious and the private bar was perfect.’
You'll find private 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 CBD, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 55 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 125 guests | prices average $2200 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 150 guests | prices average $5000 minimum spend per event |
Smaller private bars usually fit up to 55 guests standing. Here are some great options in Sydney CBD, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Whole Bar at Vinabar - bar for 22 guests
Venue said: Vinabar is a Vietnamese-inspired micro-bar concealed behind a pork-roll-cart entrance and focused on craft cocktails and small plates. Venue highlights: Vinabar offers a compact, counter-led layout that keeps private hires... -
VIP Luxury Dome Room Hire at Rouge Bar Darling Harbour, rated 5/5 - lounge for 20 guests
Venue said: Ideal for: Small groups seeking an intimate, social lounge that supports a mix of seated conversation and standing, music-led socialising. What guests say: The space has a relaxed, social atmosphere and regular live or DJ... -
Upstairs at World Square Bar - event space for 50 guests
Venue said: Upstairs is a private event space in World Square Bar, a raised semi-private area separated from the main bar and set apart for smaller group use. Design: The interior presents a compact, modern bar look with large windows,
Cheap private bars in Sydney CBD start from $330 hire fee per event or $200 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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LinQ Bar at Shelbourne Hotel, from $330 hire fee per event (up to 150 guests standing)
Venue said: LinQ Bar is a bar in the Shelbourne Hotel organised around lounge-style flexible seating that encourages social clusters. Design: The interior uses a neutral palette with rattan pendant lights, timber tables and dark tiled... -
Gloucester Room 1 & 2 at Sebel Quay West Suites Sydney, from $200 hire fee per hour (up to 60 guests standing)
Venue said: Gloucester Room 1 & 2 is a Function Room in Sebel Quay West Suites Sydney and a naturally lit, wheelchair-accessible meeting space. Design: The room presents a clean, contemporary look in neutral tones, low-pile carpet and... -
Main Space + Balconies + Nook at Loft on George, from $30 per person (up to 70 guests standing)
Venue said: Loft on George rooftop venue is a private meeting and event space on level 7 just above Quiz Room and is the perfect place to host your function, party or event.
In Sydney CBD, private bars are most commonly booked for 30 to 80 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
| Christmas Party | Usually between $2,600 and $5,400. |
User who booked Rooftop Terrace at The Rooftop Terrace for 70 guests
said: ‘They are a pleasure to work with and I would recommend this venue for anyone.’ |
| Party | Usually between $2,000 and $3,800. |
User who booked The Glenmore Room at The Occidental for 90 guests
said: ‘I enjoyed the area, the atmosphere, the bartenders. Everything was great.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between $1,500 and $2,400. |
User who booked Terrace Bar at Dunkirk Hotel for 75 guests
said: ‘Dunkirk Hotel Terrace room was the perfect venue for our daughters 21st.’ |
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