Now this is a bar that I could really spend a decent amount of time at, if only because it is one of those unique places. Basically it is a bar that also doubles as a recordshop, or is it a record shop that happens to have a liquor license. I'm actually not sure which, but it does have a pretty cool vibe about it. It is also a basement bar, and these basement bars tend to have a life all of their own. Yep, this is certainly one that is going to be at the top of my list. Oh, you can also take your beers into the record shop while browsing. read more

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Stopped in for a few cocktails on a Friday with some friends. The theme of the bar is music and they stay true to form. I loved all the records and the music blasting once we got underground. This bar is tiny, and it was definitely full upon our arrival, luckily, we were able to snag a table after a couple of minutes. I was quickly able to grab a drink, a gin and soda for 9 bucks, not too bad for the price and make my way through the lounge. My friend ordered a margarita which was quite small, didn't taste very good and was 19 dollars. Overall, I enjoyed my time here, I felt the drinks were decently priced, aside from the margarita, the staff was friendly, and the vibe was cool. read more

Mojo Record Bar - Bars Near Me - Sydney, NSW

Let's be honest with each other: me liking Mojo's was always gonna be a no-brainer. But with a proliferation of rock'n'roll small bars springing up I always worry that that rock'n'roll won't have no soul... Another shot to the heart dodged, Mojo's is great. Phew! It ain't quite the Midnight Special (pinnacle) or Shady Pines (first and one of the best) but it is a definite contender and even more suited to some occasions than either of those temples to music & the finer side of drinking. Anyway, I'm waxing pretty lyrical because I'm sitting here alone ad I draft this. Came for an exhibition in the record shop, felt pretty uncomfortable because it was tiny & the 5 people there new each other, so wanderered out back ie where I'm sitting now! Nutshell: super-friendly service No real food Moderate-expensively priced drinks Great music at conversational level Clean Oh and I believe whoever owns this joint is legit, not a blow-in faux music aficionado! This is because they haven't settled on a 'theme' - the posters, decor, everything sings genuine music lover to me. The 45's on the ceiling, sure it's been done before but vinyl has forever soothed my eyes... read more

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Mojo is a depression sledgie! It shatters those besser block blues with a satisfying demolition swi(n)g... or 2. I've been here a few times now. Twice on my pat, and once with a crew, and it never fails to uplift me. Nothing restores your souls synchronicity like a cocktail conceived as a unique augmentation to your aura. This was how the "Frenchman in TNT (trinidad and tobago)" came to be. A decadent yet balanced blend of black havana rum, vermouth & cointreau topped off with a maraschino cherry pickled in Jack Daniels, citrus and cinammon. Lemme tell ya that cherry will put hair on ya chesticles. If Mojo's mood-setting menu doesn't grab you, then its velvet underground vibe surely will. From bar to booth, and everything in between, there's piles and piles of smiles upon smiles. If you need your spirits raised, then head on down to the Mojo, have a chat with one of the lads behind the bar and you'll be sorted right quick! read more

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Have I really not reviewed this joint yet?! That's a travesty of the highest magnitude. I don't know if it's a small bar or a dive bar or a music shack or all three wrapped up in one, what I do know is this: it's impossible not to have a good time here. Impossible, I tell you. The place practically drips (not literally, of course, that'd be gross, I mean metaphorically drips, is drenched in) effortless cool and an easygoing, approachable character where you automagically become friends with everyone around you are rendered better looking and funnier than you would normally be, aided in no small part by..... The booze, hooray! There's usually at least three creative and delicious craft beers on tap. Last night it was Feral's IPA Hop Hog, a golden ale and something I forget the name of in between, but the bartender gave me the run down on each, this dude really knew his $hit and was happy to take the time to tell me some stories. Under 3 people? Prop up the bar. More than 4? The booths are where it's at. read more

I love love LOVE this place. Visualise a basement bar, the front section full of retro vinyl that your hipster mates would drool over and the back section a darkly lit enclave with an impressive range of drinks, ciders and wines to choose from and vinyl stuck to the ceiling as decorations. To quote Austin Powers - it certainly inspired my mojo, We only came in for a couple of hours to drink our body weight in cider and it was perfect. Be warned though - it closes at 1am so be quick if you're wanting to make a night of it! read more

Mojo Record Bar - Ceiling made of vinyl - Bars Near Me - Sydney, NSW

Alright, so I've got to agree with Jeremy that Mojo is not the best record store in Sydney, BUT with its feel-good vibes and all around coolness, I don't think anyone's noticing or caring. This place was number 3 on my York St bar hop last week and it was my favourite bar out of all 4. It's just awesome. The decor is great, bustling atmosphere, delicious cocktails, great music and the friendliest bartenders! My friend and I sat at the bar and the bartender who served us had great sense of humour and cocktail knowledge...he even sprayed absinthe on our wrists for a laugh. Both my friend and I were raving about this place on our way home and even the next day, we loved it that much. Mojo, keep doing your thang! read more

Mojo Record Bar - Bars Near Me - Sydney, NSW

Mojo Music claims to be the best record store in Sydney and I can tell you it's not. The Vintage Record in Annandale neatly takes that cake. They've got a better collection, cheaper prices and the guys there are more likely to talk music over a beer than sell you one for $9. I've found at least three 'Holy Grail' records at The Vintage Record. My tally at Mojo is 0. It is, however, the best bar in Sydney. Frankie's is cooler and has better pizza but it's an ordeal; at Mojo you get the rock chic and soundtrack without having to set your alarm just to hit the queue at a logistically adequate hour. Stacks of places have better beer lists, and at a place like Shady Pines you get a better beer list as well as free peanuts. But Mojo has a great beer list (drink Dos Blockos!), free Tasty Toobs, and the balance-tipping bonus of a visible entrance. There are hip bars scattered all around Sydney, from Manly to the Shire, and Mojo's just one of them. But it's also right at the beating heart: it's never, ever too far for a wander-in, a sneaky detour or a stumble-home. It also happens to have the second best record store in Sydney attached to it. And it's good enough, with a high enough turnover, that maybe one day I will paw over a Holy Grail record in there - one of those records you just don't find. And if I do, I'll no doubt have a Dos Blockos in my other hand, and I'll look at the two things together, and my work here will be done. read more

Woot! This is definitely one of my favourites in Sydney's CBD. Great energy, great music, wonderfully diverse beer & cider selection. It's underground, with a low ceiling, but somehow doesn't feel stuffy. There's a record store, and then there's a bar. There is a lot of vinyl being played, and it's gooood. Of course they're doing the hipster Americana bar thing, but they're doing a convincing job of it. Mojo reminded me of the better dive bars I loved in Chicago. Expect crowds: this place gets packed out even on weeknights. Sydney's CBD definitely has its mojo back. read more

A good place to meet potentially vulnerable and sweet men! Loved the cool grooves, practically- a - health - food cocktails (sorry but they are farken Sydney prices!!) Zen energy and promoting Searching for Sugarman. Very credible. Who could lose here? read more

Apart from having an obscure location, the prerequisite to opening a small bar in Sydney these days is to have a unique theme. We've seen it all, from whisky prohibition dens, to tequila bars. Even haberdashery has made an appearance. But Sydney's newest cbd small bar, has it's own unique take. Their bar is themed around vinyl. That's records for you Gen Y's - yes, they existed long before i-tunes was ever invented, or iphones, or ipods for that matter. In fact, the bar is located right behind much loved old school record store, Mojo Music. Enter the Mojo Record Bar. The music industry is constantly evolving. From records, to cassette tapes, to CD's, to MP3s, to i-tunes - if you can't roll with the times, you're going to be left behind. So, cashing in on one of the fastest growing Sydney trends, Mojo Music owner, Neville Sergent, decided to take his love of vinyl, and turn it into his very own small bar. The record collage displayed in the window on York Street is a dead give away the bar is hidden below. Walk down the stairs and past Mojo Music, through the red door and you're in. A dark, moody space, with red booths, candles and ornate wallpaper. It will take your eyes a minute to adjust, but when they do, I think you'll like what you see. This place isn't pretending to be 'hipster' like Baxter's or Stitch, rather it celebrates a bygone era when a bar was all about a beer and a chin wag with your mate. The music played is old school, and it's played directly from the shop. Don't expect to hear Lady Gaga piping from the speakers. Soul, blues, funk and garage is the name of the game here. If you ask nicely, you just may be able to choose the music for the bar from the store. Oh, and if you feel like taking your drink with you to peruse the record store, you're welcome. The drinks list is not overly fussy. They have a good selection of exclusively Australian Craft Beers, Ciders, a decent Wine List and a few Cocktails, with names such as 'Corpse Reviver #2 - gin, contreau, sweet vermouth, fresh citrus and pastiese, served up and 'Smells like gin spirit' - hendricks, blackberry, campari, citrus, served on the rocks. They don't do food, however they're more than happy to order you a pizza, and you just might be lucky enough to get a bowl of tubes for your table. My group and I have no trouble settling back into our booth this Thursday evening, relaxing and getting right into the casual, friendly atmosphere. We love that we can still talk to each other over the music and that the bar is not completely packed with a long line outside, well at least not quite yet. Whether you're 25 or 55, I think you're going to like this place, and I think you'll feel right at home, which is exactly the point in my mind. read more

Have walked passed many a times and finally got to visit! Having to wait for friends for dinner a lady can decide to have a cocktail on her own in peach and quiet. Bar was pretty packed when I walked in around 6pm. Very much a dive bar with dark atmosphere. There is even a record shop before you get to the bar at the back. Old records stuck on the ceilings makes for nice interior. Ordered the jack something apple pie? I truly have forgotten the name but it basically had bourbon in it and it tasted like apple pie! No really! Very nice smooth velvety with a lovely hint of sweet at the end. This set me back about $19 which i thought was worth it. Overall, it was a lovely first time visit all on my lonesome! read more

Love it. Walking along York st looking for Stitch bar and we see an open door with some records in the window and a guy standing at the door. We stumble with obvious curiosity and confusion on our faces, and mystery guy says, 'oh yeah there's a bar down there'. Well ok! We are greeted by Bowie, Jack White and Blondie. Music to our ears! A decent bar menu with no pretentious sounding cocktails or a ridiculously overwhelming menu, a decent wine menu and boutique beers. (including a beer brewed by two local ladies). A bit disappointing because all but one of the ciders were sold out, and drinks are expensive , but the music and the awesomness of this bar really does make up for it! read more

Sydney hideaway bars, I owe you all my loving! Another secret stairway leads you to heaven; Mojo Record Bar, the booze slinging sister of Mojo Record Shop. The vibe is Manhattan at midnight in the 1950's: records are spinning, ladies and gents are cuddled in the velvety booths, the walls are red, and the barmen have moustaches. I know, I know, that's standard these days, but still! It adds to the ambiance. .. We popped in as part of Bulleit's Speak Easy Sundays series, which meant that the place wasn't speaking easy, but hollering heavy! We had just missed a set by Andrew Levins, and the place was alive with the sweet sounds of Ray Charles and the even sweeter smell of pickle juice and whiskey. Wait, what? Oh yes, that's right! As part of the series, the sponsors were graciously dishing out those little guys for free! I can't say I'd try it again, but I'm definitely glad I tried it once! You wont find any of those "fussy cosmopolitans" here; it's strictly a fine selection of craft beers, wines, and liquors. The trendy barmen are knowledgeable and will make you up something divine if you give them the chance. Didn't stay for too long as we had somewhere to run off to, but I can't wait to give this place another go! .... As long as the pickle juice doesn't follow, that is. read more

Came here on a Friday night with some friends who had recommended the place. Upon entry I immediately liked the décor and atmosphere - obscure albums lining the walls and ceiling, ambient lighting, and soulful rock & roll. We arrived just in time before the crowd rolled in to snag the back corner by the jukebox. I was a little disappointed to find the jukebox is only for show, though. Oh well. They have some nice beers on tap, but the cocktails were just "meh" considering the price. For 16 bucks I'd expect my Old Fashioned to have a little more bite to it. However, the sandwich we ordered was very tasty. And it even came with a dill pickle slice - very Americana and reminded me of home! I would recommend this place for a chill night out. But prepare to wait a while for a drink, especially if the bartenders are showing off their cocktail making "skills" for the ladies.... read more

I had such a fantastic time at Mojo Music. The bartenders are really talented, creative, kind, and interesting. The tall,thin, white guy made me such an incredible cocktail and knew so much about mixology and less-common spirits; it was such a joy speaking with him and drinking what he made. The girl from Colorado who was bar tending was also really kind and friendly. The entrance is cool... Looks like a record store... Go down some stairs... Hallway... Actual vinyl shop on the left... Then the bar is straight ahead. This bar and Papa Gedes on Kent St have had the two best cocktails I've had in Sydney, by far. I like the atmosphere at this place better, and definitely hope to come back here next time I'm in Sydney. read more

This was stop 1 of a Yelp small bar crawl. We all (5 of us... Hi Guys) met up here and had a drink (or two) before heading off on the rest of the tour. Mojo is a bar attached to a record shop. Record shop by day.. bar by night. Pretty cool. Needless to say, the music was great. When I say record store BTW, I mean vinyl. Actual vinyl (because it's just not the same without the hisses, pops and scratches). That means, unfortunately, hipster. Yes, it was plaid shirts (worn ironically of course) and lumberjack beards as far as the eye could see. I'm way too old for hipster so I'm docking them a star (ironically of course). Other than that, the place was great. Good music. Nice beer (Feral Hop Hog was my go-to). Lots of other drinks if you aren't into beer. Good atmosphere. Great company (Hi Guys). Best of all, the prices weren't outrageous. I'll be back. read more

Let's be honest with each other: me liking Mojo's was always gonna be a no-brainer. But with a proliferation of rock'n'roll small bars springing up I always worry that that rock'n'roll won't have no soul... Another shot to the heart dodged, Mojo's is great. Phew! It ain't quite the Midnight Special (pinnacle) or Shady Pines (first and one of the best) but it is a definite contender and even more suited to some occasions than either of those temples to music & the finer side of drinking. Anyway, I'm waxing pretty lyrical because I'm sitting here alone ad I draft this. Came for an exhibition in the record shop, felt pretty uncomfortable because it was tiny & the 5 people there new each other, so wanderered out back ie where I'm sitting now! Nutshell: super-friendly service No real food Moderate-expensively priced drinks Great music at conversational level Oh and I believe whoever owns this joint is legit, not a blow-in faux music aficionado! This is because they haven't settled on a 'theme' - the posters, decor, everything sings genuine music lover to me. The 45's on the ceiling, sure it's been done before but vinyl has forever soothed my eyes read more

Really cool bar tucked away in behind a record store in the CBD. The bar is surrounded by the kind of bar's you should expect in a CBD ... shirts and ties, drinking overpriced bottled European beers ... but it manages to escape that. Really good music, cool posters, nice staff, some free snacks and just a nice place to spend an evening drinking a few beers in the city centre. Highly recommended and will definitely go back the next time I am in Sydney. read more

This place is such a neat hole in the wall (with style) bar. The environment is so laid back, with such great atmosphere. The staff was very friendly and kept refilling our free snack dish. The beer was average priced for Sydney, but if I loved here I would be back all the time. read more

I have many nice things to say about Mojo... I've been here a handful of times and always had a good time. It's one of my favorites in the CBD. It's always busy, but not so packed that you can't move or have to wait long at the bar. They always seem to have interesting things happening with the drink specials. Last weekend it was mulled wine and some crazy spiced pumpkin cocktail. We booked some tables here on a Thursday for a party. They were so accommodating and awesome. We were able to bring our own food for a potluck and that was no worries. The staff was so helpful before the event and on that night. The bar staff was also super friendly and awesome. It's very memorable. I'll echo some of the other reviews and agree, great music (as you might expect with the name Record Bar in their title) and a record shop out front. read more

Love this bar - its packed, dark and noisy, but the barman are incredibly skilled and the cocktails divine. Food is not much chop (not that sort of place), but I do love the free burger rings late at night! read more

Dropped in for a beer. Craft beers are available but at a premium price. Plenty of seating available, although the lighting is a little too dark in certain areas. The attracted vinyl store next door is a treasure trove for interesting finds. read more

When I go to Mojo music bar I feel like I am in a really cool movie. It has this 'muso' vibe that hits you as soon as you walk in to their cute little record store, which is located at the entry (you can't miss it). Once you have a browse (I have to look at the records every time) you enter the bar which is just a cool. I also love that it is on York street, right in the centre of the CBD, making it easy to get to. The staff are really friendly and the cocktails are delicious. It does get pretty busy on a Friday/saturday night, so best to get there early if you want a booth. read more

Love it, such a cool place, great vibe, great music. It's out the back of record shop that it shares its name with and I love the story of the place (from memory it was: after hours lock ins in the record store with a few drinks, led to the idea of relocating and reopening half a block away with a bar attached) but just a really nice place to go that has a great playlist and evokes the spirit of places like the blue note in NYC. read more

Awesome laid back blues rock bar at the back of the record store. Great service, nice vibe. Went on a Monday so wasn't packed, which was good, as it probly gets a fair few suits. I'll def go back when the store is open as well. read more

Fantastic local record store/bar. The record stock is quality and well priced being mostly new with some second hand, but no stinky old $1 bargain bin scratched to the sh*thouse rubbish. The bar is dark, dingy (but not nasty, in a good way). Perfect actually with a bunch of local beers. Some cute girls too. You can whittle away an entire afternoon/evening here with the friendly peeps and staff. read more

We went to since I left you first and the cocktails were amazing!! I had an old fashioned. Mojo we ordered the same drinks and they were terrible!! Atmosphere is good but the drinks are expensive, shiz and served with attitude read more

Welcome to the 21st century, where eclectic is the name of the game. It's not enough to have a bar anymore, it needs to be impossible to find and preferably dressed up as something else. Mojo ticks all those boxes, with its record shop frontage and the discrete door at the back leading into Mojo proper. Once you find your way there though, it all starts to make sense. Good music, friendly staff and a lively vibe make this a fun place for an after work drink. read more

Great bar in a basement with a record store. The Mar tender was super friendly and helpful. A few beers on tap and a full bar with some good cocktails. read more

Love coming here. It's like being a kid in a candy shop, but with music. A real treat.