Vernon’s Bar

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2 Moonbie Street
Summer Hill, 2130 NSW
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Opening Hours

SUN	4:00pm - 10:30pm
MON	4:00pm - 9:30pm
TUE	4:00pm - 9:30pm
WED	4:00pm - 9:30pm
THU	4:00pm - 9:30pm
FRI	4:00pm - 9:30pm
SAT	4:00pm - 9:30pm

The Details

In the mood for

Beer
Cocktails
Great Pub Food
Wine

Need to know

Bar Snacks
Full Food Menu
Good for Groups
Great for Dates

The verdict

Vernon’s Bar describes themselves as cheeky, dapper and chill, which is accurately reflected at the bar with their Willy Chapman cocktail (sloe gin, apricot and prosecco), too much gin (not actually possible) and boutique beers. The food at this bar in Summer Hill is worth a mention, since it would proudly sit on any menu in the CBD and Chef RJ (formerly of Longrain) has added his own personal flair to the offerings. Think dishes like hiramasa kingfish crudos with ruby grapefruit, cucumber and horseradish and a chestnut, Jerusalem artichoke and portobello pie.

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