Assembly Bar

The verdict

Long a nightlife wasteland, the small bar movement has finally reached Sydney's CBD, with Assembly Bar one of its finest examples—if you can find it. Hidden in a basement off Kent Street with nary a sign in site, this secret gem serves up share plates, like fries with cheese and truffle sauce, and chicken wings with tamarind and chilli, to complement its extensive range of cocktails. The casual nature of this new establishment is a refreshing change from the slick bars favoured by city suits.