PIER BAR

Sitting pretty on Sydney Harbour with a jaw-dropping view of the Bridge, Luna Park, and the historic finger wharves of Dawes Point, PIER BAR is one of those special spots where you can sit back and marvel at the sheer beauty of this city. 

Part harbourside oyster bar, part sunset viewing destination, PIER BAR is located on historic Pier One at Walsh Bay and is part of the Pier One Sydney Harbour Hotel.

Drinks at PIER BAR are sunny, fruity, and fun—to match the scenery, of course.  The hero cocktail is an avocado mezcal Margarita, made with avocado-washed mezcal, avocado syrup, agave, lime, and orange blossom.

There's also an "Electric Pineapple" with pineapple-infused Bati rum, a kiwi-infused gin number, and a Sunset Spritz made with local Kings Cross gin, honey, and raspberry. 

To eat, snacks include freshly shucked oysters with Bloody Mary or Margarita dressing, mini tacos, cheese and charcuterie, a classic club sandwich, and crispy lemon myrtle-dusted prawns. Larger plates look like pasta prima vera, a Wagyu ragu, and a Wagyu cheeseburger. 

Drop in for a weekday sunset happy hour from 5pm-6pm, where you'll find cocktails for $12 and oysters for $2. On Fridays and Saturdays, DJs will bring the vibes to help you make the most of the view—and the weekend. 

And, last but not least, straddling the harbour means you can make a grand entrance by sea. PIER BAR'S private pontoon is available to use for water taxis or private boat charters. 

Image credit: Pier One Sydney Harbour