Wild Rover

Top choice in Surry Hills & Darlinghurst


Look for the unsigned wide door and enter this supremely cool brick-lined speakeasy. Ask the bar staff to recommend a whisky from the huge range on offer, or pick a craft beer from the menu written on a vintage train-station spinner sign. The upstairs bar opens for trivia on Tuesday and occasional live bands.


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