Paddington nightlife in Sydney

Paddington's nightlife is heritage Sydney done well — corner pubs in Victorian terraces, a few proper cocktail rooms, and a crowd that treats Saturday afternoon like a sport. Civilised, very east side, and great for a long lunch that becomes a long evening.

Venues

  • Bellevue Hotel — Paddington — The Bellevue is a polished Paddington pub that pairs a strong dining reputation with a warm, neighbourhood feel.
  • Captain Cook Hotel Paddington — Paddington — The Captain Cook Hotel has been revived as a community-minded Paddington pub with heritage character, classic drinks and a renewed food focus. Close to the SCG…
  • Imperial Hotel Paddington — Paddington — The Imperial Hotel Paddington is a local landmark situated at the gateway between the Eastern Suburbs and Sydney's CBD. This family-owned establishment, operat…
  • The Olympic Hotel Paddington — Paddington — The Olympic Hotel Paddington, located in Paddington, Sydney, is likely a traditional hotel with a pub or bar, given its name and Australian context. Without sp…
  • Unicorn Hotel — Paddington — The Unicorn Hotel is located in Paddington, Sydney, and is operated by JDA Hotels. It features a beer garden, and serves food such as chicken parma and wings. …
  • London — Paddington — The London Hotel, located in Paddington, is a historic pub that has been operating since 1875. It is known as a local institution, offering cold beers, quality…
  • Paddington Town Hall — Paddington — Paddington Town Hall is a heritage-listed civic building in Paddington, Sydney. It serves as an event venue, hosting a range of functions from public gathering…
  • Four in Hand Hotel — Paddington — The Four in Hand Hotel is a classic Paddington pub known for its welcoming bar area and popular restaurant. The venue has recently undergone renovations, parti…
  • Royal Paddington — Paddington — Royal Paddington is one of those pubs that understands exactly what its neighbourhood wants: good drinks, classic pub food, live sport and an easy rooftop draw…
  • Village Inn Paddington — Paddington — The Village Inn Paddington is a historic pub located in the heart of Paddington, Sydney. It operates as a local watering hole and a dining spot, offering a men…
  • Charlie Parker's — Paddington — Charlie Parker's is an intimate basement bar located beneath Fred's restaurant in Paddington. The venue focuses on innovative cocktails crafted from seasonal p…
  • The Paddington — Paddington — The Paddington is a venue located on Oxford Street in Paddington, Sydney, offering both a restaurant and a cocktail bar. The venue features a menu that include…
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Heritage pubs, cocktail rooms, long Saturdays.

PaddingtonNightlife in Sydney

A Saturday that starts at lunch…

Paddington's nightlife is heritage Sydney done well — corner pubs in Victorian terraces, a few proper cocktail rooms, and a crowd that treats Saturday afternoon like a sport. Civilised, very east side, and great for a long lunch that becomes a long evening.

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How a night goes in Paddington

The way the area's own regulars do it — one place to the next.

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    A long lunch that drifts into the Unicorn's beer garden.

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