Shady Pines Saloon

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Alexandra M.

Came here on a pub crawl and did not realise I was looking for a hidden bar! White door just down the ally. They have ginger beer! More places need to have it--it's delicious! I also saw Gose on the menu so that's exciting. Dark inside, and not just because they're underground. The walls and furniture are all dark in color, giving it an intimate feeling. I'm told they have music at night, if you're interested.

Victor L.

Shady Pines Saloon is one of these venues where you can sense a decorative purpose, a genuine effort to give the place an atmosphere that patrons will come and look for. The vibe is that of a saloon, possibly a Canadian saloon, or an American one, isolated in the Yosemite National Park. There is warmth and chatter, candle light and dancing shadows, a piano - of course - and a long wooden bar on which you'd expect the barman to poor a line of bourbon along its entire length and set it on fire for the last call. The choice of drinks, espacially beer, is interesting. Though the place, older brother to both the Baxter Inn on Clarence St and Restaurant Hubert on Bligh St, did not go for size and a crazy world-renown portfolio like its closest sibling, it has enough choice to make a beer affectionado like me occupy a seat for a few hours without running dry. Without being pricey, it still is a Surry Hills venue and as such beers range from $8 to $15 approximately - what you'd expect really. If I had to take someone for a long chat around beer, a bustling and rumbling crowd and enough possibilites to start any kind of night, that's where I'd go. So go. Now. NOW. Sorry got excited again. Seriously though, hurry up!

Barry T.

Wow! This place is indeed very hard to find - literally a hole in a wall (Thanks to Ben for organizing an Unofficial Yelp Event here). I love the decorations inside too - very wild west americana style, and the variety of american craft beers they have in stock. Visiting this place is like being transported to Texas! And also love how they give you complimentary peanuts too (because responsible drinking means you should also eat something right??). Word also has it they have free wifi but I wasn't able to try it out. Which can be handy because there's little reception in this place.

Danielle P.

Secret bar hidden down a alleyway behind Oxford Street, not sign posted just a blank white door. It has live bands and country music in this cowboy themed bar serving rum based cocktails, think dimly lit and noisy so good for a group or party vibe rather than date night. Very busy bar so be prepared for a bit of a wait.

Joel Amigo H.

Stepping into this dark husky bar brings you back to a Western Film. This bar would be humbled by the presence of Johnny Cash and then loose him in the eyes of intrigued bohemian, and potentially androgynous ladies and gentlemen who only embellish the decor with a contemporary air. This is a bar where you don't have to cross your fingers that they'll have your favorite Scotch, Whisky or even a refreshingly delicious cloudy apple Vodka concoction, served in an iced tall glass, squiggly straw and all. On the other hand, if the drink you are chasing, from the far away lands of Amitola, where only the half man half stallion roam, is not on the menu, the more than capable bar tenders will go out of their way, bribing that native Indian in the corner, for the secret ingredient, down through to the back room which is actually a cave, to inspire your creative side. If you want beer, they have that too. Forgive them for the cracked peanut shells layering the floor, splintering to a dust under those leather boots that you no doubt got the memo for RE dress code. In this bar it's a necessity to befriend the interesting Oxford Street locals, the wide eyed ones, the big haired ones, the heshen sack skinny jeans ones, and of course the 20/20-vision rimmed glasses ones. Even though they may be juvenile to the ornaments that adorn the walls in a battle scene of historical patronage, they'll still make for an interesting night.

Marie A.

I'm loving all things hipster (dont judge me!) So the endless hu-ha on this place just wont stop .... so after a long day brunching we trek over to the infamous Shady Pines Saloon. I just need to ask ... why do all the new pop-up bars, such a mission to find??!! I thought once that this was a novelty but when youve been boozing all day and need your next drink the last thing you need is to be trying to find a hole in the wall!!!!! So after taking the wrong turn, doing a u-turn, walking up then walking down (all in the same street I might add) FINALLY a white painted door in a narrow alley was the entrance to this dark goodness! A USA flag hanging high from the wall greeted us. God love America! It was quiet and there were WAY TO MANY beers on the menu ( a great thing) so we left it to the bartender to pick and choose all his favourites every round we got! If only I was in a state to remember what they were ...... ha! BUT what I do remember is that like its sister bar The Baxter Inn we were offered bottomless shelled peanuts. For me the highlight of this place was the vodka and fresh apple juice and when I say fresh, Im not talking that it was "so fresh out of the bottle" I mean they juice those apples right in front of you ..... mmmmmmm goodness! My final take it was A-OK but I think Im going to let this bandwagon ride on past me I will not be joining the congo dance for this one.

Leah C.

If Shady Pines were a dude, it would be a plaid shirt wearing, whiskey scented, bearded, banjo playing, zine creator or semi-professional beer brewer with an affinity for fixed gear bikes and rare cigars. And I would probably want to date him. Stepping down the staircase and into this saloon style cocktail bar is like a teleportation into the American "out west" in the 70s. In a land where you can rub elbows with a Cherokee Indian statue and a cow bust without moving an inch and feast on all the peanuts you never wanted, you can also trust that the mixologists here will concoct you something truly great. And if you're feeling cheap, you can also opt for a shot out of the stuffed skunk. Careful, it might seem like a good idea at the time, but the brown liquid inside is just a mixture of every kind of whiskey from the bottom of the bottles. Shady, Shady, INDEED.

This place is a hidden gem! The staff is simply all around great and friendly with excellent drink making skills, combined with an awesome juicer right there at the bar! The whiskey selection is amazing, so this is truly a place where you can take a date and they can get an amazing cocktail while you have a fine double of whiskey..... and both will be made properly. Plus live music....Sunday the 9th they had an amazing band play; and being a native Texan I Swear the steel guitarist was the best I've ever seen! Bottom line- I didn't like Sydney's night life until I found this place!

Julie L.

Welcome to the Wild Wild West! I think the best way to review Shady Pines is to describe one of my favourite recent visits. I'd been telling a venue-owner friend about this place for ages, how much fun it is, how it's always jumpin' no matter what time or day of the week you go there. I finally dragged him down on a Tuesday night. We approached the unmarked white door from the quiet dark alley Shady Pines is tucked away in. There was a bouncer standing at the entrance, two people smoking outside and no sign of any other life. The bouncer opened the doors for us and BAM! It was like walking into a prohibition-era honky-tonk juke joint- people were swing dancing in the middle of the room, awesome country jive was pumpin, and peanut shells were flying. This scene epitomises the magnificent Shady Pines, although I fear it's slipping away from the gorgeous hipsters and rockabillys that have always rocked out here and into the hands of the decidedly less cool types that frequent the Ivy and Establishment type of places. I am basing this solely on my last visit so I'm hoping that just happened to be an off night. The service here is always fantastic- the staff is made up 100% of hot, charming men and they've thankfully added a $6 Coopers clear to the beer list. Having beers around the $9 mark adds up over a night of rollicking country music!

Craig D.

Came here for cocktail hour - 5 pm and not a soul in sight! The space is awesome. Found behind a white door in the alley behind American Apparel off Crown St. There's a small sign with the bar name but you wouldn't see it unless you were looking for it. Open the door and turn right to enter the bar, a dim space filled with Western Americana. Moose head on the wall, jukebox music, and I expect, if it was later in the night, peanut shells on the floor. Bartender was busy prepping and not too friendly, so lost a star on the service mark. A bearded bartender who came later was much friendlier and gave a smile. Specialty cocktail list is short but sweet, starting from $17 up to low $20s. Beers range in price and are nicely categorized by strength, represented in different horse icons, to go with the theme of the bar. I'd come back here again when the live band is on, but would probably stick to beers next time.

Caroline S.

One of this lass's favorite spots. Shady Pines has the character of Johnny Depp and the suave of George Clooney. It's the place to be for all the artistic, young, curious and fun people. It would not be so out of the norm to catch a local movie star or musician here. But nobody would bat an eye because this bar is all about being laisezz-faire. The term "hole in a wall" was coined by this place. Not really, but you know. You walk off Oxford Street and head down Crown Street, talk the first turn to your right and there it is, hidden behind an ambiguous white door. The bouncer is almost always a plain dressed fella, acting inconspicuous out the front. He will only reveal his identity if you are lucky enough to be asked for ID. I wasn't asked last time I was there so afterwards I went home and lathered myself in anti-aging cream, dammit I will be ID'd for years to come! Once you walk through that deceiving white door, you enter a land of wonder. It's like an old-school saloon from a 1930's cowboy film. Cow skin sprawled on the floor, various animal heads poking out from the walls and dim light chandeliers casting shadows over the satisfied patrons. You must try their freshly squashed apple juice and vodka, it's their signature drink and it's healthy too. Kill two birds with one stone. They also have an awesome range of beers, including Little Creatures, which is a treasure to find! Their cocktails are delicious and there is simply nothing bad I can say about this place. Ohh and to top it off, free peanuts all night! It's like I want to marry this bar.

Seaton K.

Unless you knew it was there, you wouldn't even know it was there. It's a hideaway, an old fashioned saloon inspired, gun slinging-peanut crunching hideaway. And in true hideaway style it is hidden away. We wander down a small alley way half a block down from Oxford Street, concern starting to pop its small slavish head up from behind the wine we had with dinner. "Where are we going?" There's nothing down here, it's an empty alley. But soon we reach the destination and can hear the music coming from within. During the day, the only thing that gives this place away as anything other than just another empty space that is so nondescript there's not even a playful metaphor I can use to explain it, is a piece of A4 paper blue tacked to the inside of the glass which bears the licensing details of the Shady Pines Saloon. Inside the crowd is pumping, there are animal heads attached to the walls and the ground crunches as you step. Free peanuts are given out in small faux wooden bowls and the discarded shells take the place of rose petals that have been laid down upon our arrival. The tables are not tables at all, but rather barrels that are being used as tables and the character of the place is reminiscent to nothing I have ever seen before. A themed bar, so stylish and hip and interesting. Shady Pines you are an enigma.

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Veronica C.

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11 years ago

I came here with a group of 11 on a Friday evening. They do not take bookings/reservations. We started around 7:30 when there was still plenty of room and seats. By around 9:30 when we left there was a line to get in the door. I don't know how there is a line because if you're walking by outside you can't even tell there's a bar there. The fact that it's kind of an underground den adds to the appeal a little bit. As an American, I enjoyed Shady Pines' caricature interpretation of an American Bar. I love that they give you the free peanuts, even if they're not the best peanuts I've ever had. The atmosphere is old-timey and fun, although I didn't think about it/realise beforehand that they have lots of dead animal heads on the wall. Not one or two - a lot. This isn't a problem for me, but there was a vegan in my group who was a little creeped out by it. The staff seemed to have fun at their jobs and were friendly. I also love the art on their minimalist website. I do believe I will be coming back at some point. read more

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Gerard B.

15 years ago

Well, quite simply, this is an absolute must. If you haven't been here and you are complaining that Sydney does not have anything inspired or novel to offer, you have egg on your face. The name is somewhat deceiving. I thought of retirement villages and old people. It couldn't be further from this. This is a saloon bar in the truest sense. The moment you step in to this establishment you are transported to another time and another continent. I'm talking cowboys and Indians, Bourbon and Bison. Every detail mimics this great genre and you can't help but play your own part and get down and dirty with the good ole folk in the saloon. I was there on a weekend night so got the benefit of seeing this place in full swing. From a heaving bar, to some proper old school barn dancing to real country music, this place was rocking. I'd love to see it on a quieter night. I can imagine it being quite authentic too. The attention to detail is phenomenal, from the big ticket décor items such as the massive animal trophy heads to the tiny bits and pieces. The bar staff and general staff were full of beans and extremely friendly and I got the sense this place is a win win for everyone involved. What a great idea and how superbly executed. I'll be back for sure. I can just imagine a poker game with the boys with one of those whiskey cocktails to keep me company. That's pretty close to my idea of a perfect evening. That as long as I don't get aces and eights (dead man's hand) of course! read more

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Scott M.

9 years ago

Glad I found this place - great atmosphere. Off the radar but well worth it y'all. Picture yourself in a Texan Honkytonk with Hank Williams in the air (without the cigarette smoke). Two beers in and the room is filling up. read more

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Reuben W.

Elite 14

13 years ago

Free Peanuts!! The bar was an interesting place, was fun to sit in for a beer, and I loved the atmosphere! Come on down during a rainy day, I think this would be a perfect place for that. read more

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Bonnie M.

13 years ago

One of Sydney's hidden treasures. Shady on the outsides, beautifully rustic on the inside . read more

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Tesha M.

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12 years ago

From out front you'd think you were lining up to get into a brothel. Honestly, you'd just never pick the place. But once inside you're transported to some sort of Wild West log cabin dreamland. I'm always a fan of a themed bar when it's done well. The walls are covered in taxidermy everything, they play country, dirty blues and rock n roll music, the lighting is dark enough to make you look flawless but not reveal just how much makeup you've had to slap on to acheive those effects and floors are covered in peanut shells because you get an endless supplies of peanuts to nibble on. The bar tenders don't look out of place and they aren't douche bags either. I recommend anything with apple juice because it's freshly squeeze before you very eyes! It's a bit trendy, but what else do you expect from a bar hidden down a back alley in Darlinghurst. Get some mates together and talk loudly at each other down at Shady Pines. Yeehaw! read more

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Sarah D.

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12 years ago

Love this "American"-themed bar with it's country and rock n roll music. Go early to avoid lines. Cash only. Definitely must try the fresh-pressed apple and whiskey (or other spirit) drink read more

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Chloe Y.

8 years ago

This place is a hidden gem. it's down the back street so you need to keep your eyes peeled to find it. Inside, the place is cool, with some great decor all over the place. Although a cocktail bar, there are also spirits and bottled craft ales. Well worth a visit. read more

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Helen M.

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15 years ago

Hands down the coolest bar I've been to in Sydney. Lively, quirky and just brimming in good humour. I couldn't get enough of the apple and vodka cocktails which, at a mere $7 a pop, went down far too easily. The barmen are perhaps the nicest barmen I've ever met. I saw them give one guy, who had just let a girl order before him, a free drink for being such a gentleman. Heroes of our time. You'll find it has a long queue on weekends and closes all too soon, but I suppose it just wouldn't be the same if it was easy to find/get in/stay in. read more

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John G.

12 years ago

Very loud and dark which suited my friend who is ugly and had a ridiculous high pitched voice that the girls couldn't hear in this place. Still.. Not much fun for your average joe. read more

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Peter K.

11 years ago

Fun place live country music free peanuts! Lots of whiskey had a great night great music . Lots of cool Americana on the walls and taxidermy was really cool read more

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Leah R.

13 years ago

My favorite small bar in Sydney! The bartenders are knowledgeable, the drinks are well-priced and the doorman, Mustafa, is a sweetheart and always seems to remember my name. The atmosphere at Shady Pines is intimate and casual with dim lighting, taxidermy on the walls, and country western tunes that seem like they should be coming from an old piano or jukebox. It's so relaxed that nobody even took notice the time my friends pulled out a deck of cards and played a couple of games at one of the round tables in the middle of the bar. This hidden saloon is like a little slice of home for me in Sydney. All it takes is the crack of a peanut, a whiskey & coke in hand and Johnny Cash on the playlist for me to be transported back to Texas. I only wish they served my favorite TX beer, Shiner Bock. read more

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Sylwia W.

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14 years ago

Shady Pines! Such a great place. Very different. Staff knows everything about drinks and even normal cocktails come with a twist and taste excellent. I like the decor too. And it's not easy to find this saloon - just a piece if paper on the door and a bouncer in this small alley. Cool place! read more

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Stuart S.

8 years ago

Ok wow. Proper secret saloon. Great vibe, cosy, well priced and very interesting range of US drinks. Entry is via an unmarked door - you just have to look out for the licence sign on the wall. Well worth a visit read more

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Steven S.

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13 years ago

One of the best themed bars ive been to. As you walk downstairs to this underground establishment you can smell the woody bourbon aroma immediately. I love my bourbon but i know very little when it comes to aging, rye bourbon, colour etc. Luckily the bartenders (most with terrific beards) are very helpful and i learnt alot. I ended up enjoying a couple of glasses of Templeton Rye bourbon, the same recipe used back in the 1920's and was the drink of choice by Al Capone. And then theres the free bowls of peanuts, we ended up going through three bowls! The atmosphere is great, decor is perfect with moose and bear heads hanging from the walls. Definantly going back next time im in Syd town. read more

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Mandy P.

9 years ago

I spent a week in Sydney and went to lots of hidden bars we walked to surrey hills and darlinghurst from the city. I'd been told about Shady pines by a friend I walked down that alley way twice and finally found it amazing little bar it was worth the walk read more

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Linda I.

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Once you go, you'll always end up going back. True story.

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Julie N.

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12 years ago

Inside I feel like I'm in the middle of an Abercrombie and Fitch cabin. Deer heads & other stuffed animals on the walls, red neck west-themed- a relaxed & cool vibe. Baxter Inn has a hipper vibe. Apple whiskey drinks are like sneak attacks of liquor- not too sweet, delicious, & boom... Wooziness. The warm, free peanuts are a plus. Great pregame spot or chill night out to chat with friends. read more

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Candice C.

14 years ago

Absolutely adores their decor. Also loves their fresh apple juice with vodka. They juice the apples on the spot!

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Millie C.

12 years ago

I adore shady pines. If you sit at the bar, get ready to be treated. The bar staff know how to cater a drink to any taste. Before I even knew I wanted another drink the bartender was asking me if he could get me something else. Being a hospo kid myself, I was delighted when I asked for a gin drink and was welcomed into the loving arms of a corpse reviver #2 (the best of the corpse revivers in my humble opinion). I would like to ask though- where are the female staff? read more

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Sarah R.

Elite 15

13 years ago

Love this place! Always some form of entertaining music on a Saturday night. Any place where you get free peanuts to have with your bourbon and apple juice rocks my world. read more

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Julia I.

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15 years ago

Bourbon. Johnny Cash. Wall to wall taxidermy. Free Peanuts. Need I say more? A real live saloon... downtown Oxford Street Sydney - and my new favourite place. They're strict on numbers here so there's always a line up, but it's well worth your wait and it never gets overcrowded. Our plan is to kick off the evening at the Pines with a few cocktails then head for dinner, but the gods present us with a rock star spot at the bar, and our fate is sealed. We're in for the long haul. Liquid and peanuts dinner it is. The Mint Dulip has serious bourbon kick, and will inspire the inner John Wayne in anyone... and the Harvey Wallbanger is so good it's now one of my top five cocktail faves. Fresh juiced green apple with vodka is being pumped out left right and centre... because it's so damn easy to drink. Jam jar candles and smashed light fittings subtly illuminate the dim and moody dive bar setting... feel the crunch of a growing mass of peanut shells beneath your soles as the night spills on... all part of the dingy underground atmos. Visit the 'washroom', drink from bottles of booze dressed in skunk... not for the faint hearted vegan, and make like the star of your very own wild western flick. ... but prepare to feel very Shady indeed... read more

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Stephanie N.

11 years ago

By far one of the best bars I've been too! They're pretty hidden which is great and the decoration inside is so awesome! They have a wide selection of drinks and for one of the drinks you even get to keep the mug!! Definitely would go again! Only complaint is they didn't have many sweet tasting cocktails, but you can always ask for something sweeter and it works out perfect! Lovely bar. read more

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Lianne L.

14 years ago

A great bar, oozing relaxed fun in a kitschy, offbeat way. Reminded me of a Tarantino set having a quiet laugh to itself. I'll be popping back in. read more

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Orla C.

Elite 13

13 years ago

Just too cool a place! Dark, wooden decor with random things like deer heads on the walls. Awesome music and always a rocking atmosphere. The apple whiskers drinks are just the best. Also a great collection of beers. Only downside is the queue to get in and the smelly toilets. Well worth a visit as one of the most unique bars you will find in sydney. read more

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Ariel H.

12 years ago

Awesome bartenders, they're all beyond friendly. Gets SUPER busy past 8pm and you'll usually have to wait in line (it's worth it!) Plenty of mounted animals (including a jackalope!) Great classic country music blaring and sometimes live bands. Totally worth it to stop in and grab a drink. read more

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John P.

15 years ago

Amazing place for after work drinks, with a great atmosphere! - out-of-the ordinary cocktails and very friendly bar staff! Try the mexi-cola! read more

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Jimmy I.

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14 years ago

(Freeman's Sporting Club style taxidermy + schlock from the long-shuttered Arizona's + tons of bourbon and beer options + outstanding cocktails - the attitude) * good, central location = four and a bit stars. Gets crowded during the business end of the week, much less so on Sun-Mon-Tue. Definitely worth a stop for any cocktail-loving Sydneysider... read more

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Philip C.

10 years ago

Great place if you get there early the staff really informative about the history ( tall stories) about drinks little pricey but every time has been fantastic read more

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Shaun C.

15 years ago

the coollest small bar in Sydney (if you can find it). appeals to diverse age range with good selection of drinks and not too much noise.

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Jeffrey J.

12 years ago

Yup it's too cool for school but on a rainy Sunday arvo it comes close to a perfect destination. Drink too many oldfashioneds then stagger out into the night for a quick bowl of something hot at Don Don to sop up the booze. read more

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Kari G.

11 years ago

LOVE this place. Hands down one of my favorite spots in Sydney. It's a whiskey bar (perfect), but they also have these little apple drinks that are made with fresh apple pulp that are amazing! so delicious. The vibe is turn of the century western Americana and they have heaps of kitschy memorabilia throughout (in the best way). Live music some nights. Great place to hang with friends, or pull up a chair at the bar. Good music, good scotch. The back alley entry is no joke, but once you've discovered it you'll likely make it a staple place. Seriously LOVE this bar! read more

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Jason K.

15 years ago

Cool little place that can be hard to find if you don't know where it is. A nice break from the usual generic Sydney hotel-type bars. Great bar staff and drink selection. No more expensive than other places in Sydney, but not cheap. Great music selection playing, but it is a bit too loud inside. Will definitely be going back! read more

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Ronny S.

14 years ago

A girl friend of mine dragged me here yesterday and boy, I had great fun and I f$&@ing love this place. Western music, all of those poor animal's heads, dark-ish bar, I love it! Knowledge-able barmen. It was loud and could be a challenge to find place to sit but it was different, eclectic n kitsch. Must go! read more

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Shop 4
256 Crown St
Darlinghurst New South Wales 2010
Australia
Darlinghurst
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http://www.shadypinessaloon.com/

Hours

What time does Shady Pines Saloon open?

Shady Pines Saloon opens at 4:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Shady Pines Saloon close?

Shady Pines Saloon closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)

Food & Alcohol

Does Shady Pines Saloon serve alcohol?

Yes, Shady Pines Saloon serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Shady Pines Saloon have TVs?

No, Shady Pines Saloon does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Shady Pines Saloon have outdoor seating?

No, Shady Pines Saloon does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Shady Pines Saloon have parking?

Yes, Shady Pines Saloon has parking options.

Other Amenities

Does Shady Pines Saloon allow outdoor smoking?

No, Shady Pines Saloon does not allow outdoor smoking.

Does Shady Pines Saloon have free WiFi?

Yes, Shady Pines Saloon has free WiFi.

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Nice atmosphere for a couple of friends having pints of Guinness. Delicious beef burger loaded with…read morecheese and bacon which comes with a side of fries...A$10. Like their happy hour drinks 4-6pm, value for money and good place to chill out after a hard day's work.

Small place and good place to chill. The foods are great too. Simple menu and had a few drinks.read more

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Grandma's Bar

4.4(63 reviews)

1.2 km•Sydney

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The thing that makes this place stand out is that I was told off for ordering a beer in a cocktail…read morebar. Honestly, I really don't care all that much considering that I'll order what I like where I like, unless of course it isn't available. Well, despite it being a cocktail bar, that did happen to have beer available here, though I must admit that the place was a little dark, though that probably does add to the atmosphere. Yeah, it was okay, but not one of my favourites.

I loved this bar. The drinks are creative and delicious and the service was good!…read more We came on a Friday night and were expecting it to be packed, but surprisingly we were given a table within 10 minutes of arriving. It probably helped that we were only a group of 2, but still. The server came over a couple of times to check on us and take another drink order, which was nice to not have to fight our way to the bar. Be prepared because the drinks aren't cheap, but worth every dollar!

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Marble Bar

3.8(33 reviews)

1.1 km•Sydney

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Super cool and proper cozy old school cocktail bar (and food too). Really great ambiance and…read morecreative cocktails. Definitely worth checking out if you are in Sydney. Highly recommend.

Great vibe. Live music. Good drinks and awesome bar…read moretenders. Drinks made with flare.

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Live jazz

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View from near one of the bars.

The Caterpillar Club

4.8(4 reviews)

1.4 km•Sydney

Very cool record bar that was recommended by lots of people! Sat at the bar and grabbed a drink -…read morebartenders were AMAZING, could have watched them all night! A few people were still grabbing food when we got there but the evening quickly turned into more of a clubby atmosphere throughout the night. Music got turned up and lots of people standing and dancing. Took it easy since I was with coworkers but would be fun to come back with friends. There was a bit of a line to get in but moved relatively quickly.

Came here for a few nights out while is sydney. The vibe is good and the staff is nice. I love the…read moremusic and look forward to coming back for a live music night. The only complaint is that the line gets ridiculously long.

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The latest venue of The Swillhouse group.

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PJ Gallagher's Sports Bar & Bistro

2.8(9 reviews)

0.9 km•Sydney

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The Criterion, post PJs renos, is a standard faux-Irish pub slap bang in the middle of the city…read more(close to Town Hall). Being close to where I used to work, I'd frequent this place quite a bit, and before it was a PJs it was a mates fave city pub so we'd catch up over a few here from time to time. There's a pretty good mix of people in the street-level bar, and PJs have converted it into more of a sports bar so there are plenty of screens for the sports nuts to check out their favourite teams prospects. PJs typically have pretty good fare. In winter they have two absolute cracking dishes. The Guiness Pie with mushy peas, and their signature lamb shanks which is totally unctuous. Why such a modest score? Price kills the place. It's not one of the cheaper places to get a beer as someone incorrectly states in their tips, it's easily one of the most expensive places to get a beer. You're paying over the top prices for domestic tap beer. A cheap beer is $5 for a Coopers Pale Ale, which you can get on the same street about 200m up the road... Also... As much as I enjoy a good pokie section, this one ain't good. And by that I mean the clientelle. It brings in the undesireable types, and sours what is otherwise a sweet pub. The snug, the downstairs den, has a great looking bar, and "snug" seating, but it's kinda pointless down there. It doesn't feel snug, it feels stuffy and claustrophobic - and the bar has never been manned when I've been down there. Now, if they moved the pokies to the snug, and then opened up the entire bar at the street-level to include the room vacated by the pokie section, you'd have something. But why would they do that when they can get by with what they have.

I went for lunch here not too long ago and it was a great Irish pub. Rich Mahogany wood and a wide…read moreselection of beer on tap, with food selections that you'd find in most other Irish pubs. Being in the city, it can get quite busy very quickly and is a decently sized basement multi-storied pub. TV screens are usually are usually playing Fox sports or something similar. I order the Parmy, just to be on the the safe side. I wasn't too game to try the Pie which is supposed to be one of the best (as judged by Irish people I work with) around. The food is carefully prepared and you can tell the produce is quality and they've cooked it properly which some pubs sometimes struggle to do consistently... The chips were the standout side, crisp and crunchy! Definitely will be trying the stew or pie, that is if I'm brave enough to.

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Guinness stew pie thing. SO MUCH YUM!

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Assembly Bar

4.0(28 reviews)

1.0 km•Sydney

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Hands down best pizza place I've been to! I'm from NY where we pride ourselves in amazing pizza and…read morebeen to Italy and this place here has been the best ever!!!! We came here twice for pizza and regretted not going again!! Hahah! Cocktails are pricey but great quality ingredients. If nothing catches your attention no worries! They are highly skilled bartenders here so just let them know what you are in the mood for. If I ever make it back to Sydney this would be my first stop! The fra diavolo pie is amazing!!!!!!!!!! Spicy so keep that in mind! Bartenders were amazing!!!!!! Great guys!

This is second time for me to come here and dine. This time we ordered Pizza Margarita(AD$17),…read morePizza Four Fromage(AD$28), and Green Leaf Salad(AD$10). Cost performance 4/5 comparing Pizza Four Frimage (AD$28) to Pizza Margarita(AD$17), $28 is bit deal. Green Leaf Salad was fantastic. It's very big portion and leaves were extremely fresh and balsamic vinegar dressing was perfectly matching. Atmosphere: 4/5 It was Saturday night so no complaining but it was a little bit noisy.

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Antique mirrors & Black & White concrete tiles make for great ambiance !

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Ramblin' Rascal Tavern

4.4(18 reviews)

0.8 km•Sydney

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GREAT FUN! This is the definition of a hole in the wall joint. Great spiris selection, nothing to…read morefancy. All for the Raspberry Rascal for a little sweeter cocktail. No food, but you can bring in anything want or order Uber Eats. Don't be afraid of the dark.

Honestly, I really wasn't all that impressed with this place. Okay, it's a basement bar, so I will…read moredefinitely give it points for that, and it is also sort of located in a part of Sydney where there isn't all that many bars, though I should point out that a short walk from anywhere in the city will eventually bring you to a bar. However, this place really didn't grab my attention all that much, though maybe that was because it was a little too dark inside, which is probably to be expected. Yeah, I'd probably pass on this one.

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This is the entrance, easy to walk by.

The Secret Room Cafe

4.0(1 review)

0.9 km•Sydney

Of course many people have probably never even heard of this place. Most people walk by without…read moreeven realising it exists. You hardly notice it, but there is a sign right there for everyone to see. At least then, the owners are doing something right. Most people hear about The Secret Cafe via word of mouth. The place mostly resembles a karaoke joint, cafe and kids club mixed in one. Once you exit this dodgy looking elevator you enter a main room which is radically different. On one wall there's a shelf full of board games and lounges where yes, you can actually play while you have your regular mocha latte. There are seven individually themed rooms which you can book out by the hour. It costs about $5 per person, per hour but you'll be able to keep yourself busy with the Nintendo wii, Playstation, Xbox, depending on which room you choose. However, some of the rooms have a minimum number of people you need to pay for - it doesn't work on a first come, first serve basis. The touch screen ordering system makes everything hassle-free to order from your room, while you lounge around and kick ass at Tekken.

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Gowings Bar & Grill

3.6(48 reviews)

1.2 km•Sydney

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Been wanting to eat here for ages. I've spoken to different managers here and they have been very…read morekind so I wanted to try. Today was the first lunch sitting with Covid. Atmosphere was busy and the decor upbeat bar bistro. Food prices were up there so I had great expectations but it all was very average. I had the veal and potatoes. It probably could have used a wine sauce or something to give it some ooomph but even presentation was lacking. It was ok, but nothing that would draw me to come back to this restaurant for. More can be done with this awesome venue and I think needs to up its game in a city of brilliant foods at reasonable prices.

Post conference event hosted for clients went extremely well. Eclectic mix venue on the third floor…read morewith a rustic look and feel. Amazing bar with timely service, leading to a diverse menu spanning modern steakhouse, combined with creative side dishes and desserts. Lost track of the excellent main courses and side dishes through out the night. Strong recommendation when hosting a large party, they treat clients well

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Mick M.

13 years ago

One apex of my triangle of small bar heaven in Darlinghurst, the other two being Cafe Lounge and Ching-a-Lings, Shady Pines is the place to go to step out of the urban concrete jungle for a moment and transport yourself to backcountry USA - worn wooden interior, dimly lit, peanuts in the shells, gritty country western tunes, beer and bourbon by the bucketload over the bar (as well as an impressive cocktail list), and friendly bar staff. Great place to sit with friends and shoot the breeze read more

Lee C.

14 years ago

Yeeha the old west is back....If you love your brandy, scotch and being in a western film you will love the selection they have here. The staff are friendly and well informed and love to take the time with customers whom don't know anything about brandy or scotch to educate you on what you should be drinking. This bar is great for all ages read more

Marc F.

15 years ago

I have been there once or twice and it was awesome. The problem was that I was quite drunk and whenever I try and look for it again, I can never find it??? Anyway - definately a great night out and when u there, don't forget to pop into Pocket. read more

Alice J.