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  • Andy F
    Devizes, UK1,394 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Went here a couple of times for drinks and dinner. The place is obviously very popular with locals, especially the after-work crowd from The Rocks. It gets packed from about 5.30pm till 8pm when it begins to thin out again. Excellent selection of craft ales on keg and a fairly up-market pub menu too. Service is charming, fast and efficient. Highly recommended.
    Written 25 October 2024
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  • AUKTourist
    North East England, UK1,025 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Monday night is Jam night. We turned up not knowing what to expect. The musicians were first class. Service at the bar can be variable but persistence pays off! Good atmosphere with an eclectic range of patrons.
    Written 19 October 2024
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  • Jonathan G
    Sydney, Australia13 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    My husband and I took our visiting niece and her husband there.
    We enjoyed great food and liquor, a fabulous show and wonderfully attentive waiters.
    Written 20 December 2024
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  • Bel88888888
    Sydney, Australia9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    It is a little tricky to find but we followed the directions from others reviews and found it. Got there early on a Saturday, just after 4pm when they opened and was so glad we did. We took a seat at the bar and the very friendly and knowledgeable staff took their time to talk my fiancé through the different whiskeys he was interested in. I asked for a sweet cocktail and was served a delicious honeycomb one. Highly recommend you check this out. But get there early if you can. And sit at the bar, where you can watch the staff in action.
    Written 17 February 2024
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  • Mark T
    Bedford, UK243 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    We went here as we were on our last day in Sydney and wanted somewhere special to have a drink and great views over the harbour. The views were superb - right across from Balmain, almost to Manly. And the cocktails were very well done with a good range. My criticism is that the bar itself feels like a bit of a corridor on the side of the building and has such huge windows with no shade that the bar became like a sauna. There needs to be better aircon in there. We only had one drink as it wasn't somewhere we felt we could sit for a while. Shame as the views are spectacular.
    Written 5 December 2024
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  • SOUL OF SYDNEY
    Sydney, Australia17 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Camelot Lounge has grown more accessible and spacious, trading its quirky sofas for practical tables while keeping its charm. Located near the Metro, it’s perfect for suburban visitors. This late-night live music venue is a hub for Afro-Latin, world music, and vibrant performances that never disappoint. The menu offers simple but satisfying pizzas and platters, and while the bar could improve its stock, the music and atmosphere make it a must-visit. The camels are still around, adding a touch of whimsy to this unforgettable spot.
    Written 15 January 2025
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  • gerardmW7699SY
    Bunbury, Australia110 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    After the 3 hour experience of the Bridge Climb a cold beer and lunch was called for and the Harbour View Hotel did not disappoint. A great tap beer selection with a very good lunch menu was the perfect way to finish the climb.
    Written 15 April 2023
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  • Inspire811491
    15 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Solo business trip to Sydney, dropped in to The Rover on a Saturday mid-evening for its vibe. It's bang next to Central so handy if your stay is in the CBD. Left with a happy buzz after a couple of hours at the counter top upstairs. First shout goes to Sabrina and the great team, friendly, sparky and enthusiastic, with a warm welcome and keen to guide through a tasty menu they are all rightly proud of. Next up, the food and cocktails. Had the eel pate and crumpets, Gidley burger and a special desert - a lemon meringue pie. Every bite tells the story of how much effort has been put it to use great ingredients for perfect plates of taste and texture. Sabrina shook me up a great seasonal Playing RL and mixed fab bitter, bold and balanced Negronis, all the time multitasking with chat (thank you!), working her tickets and shaking like a demon. Nice.

    The Rover, you're top of my Sydney list. I can't wait to being back a crowd.
    Written 24 August 2024
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  • Steve W
    Newcastle upon Tyne, UK42 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great pub/bar just off the tourist trail with less crowds and good beer. Historic building with a great stone interior too.
    Written 14 April 2024
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  • Mariefrench
    Sydney, Australia4 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Had a great time there for my son farewell on the 13 Jan. The music is the top amusement. Very good vibes. Top customer service! Food need to improve in quality and variety.
    But the ladies toilet need a full makeover PLEASE!!
    Waited for 20/ 30 minutes each time I wanted to used it. Two spaces cube for that kind of crowd is IMPOSSIBLE.
    I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this venue in the future and I will definitely go back.
    Marie
    Written 15 January 2019
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  • danigross88
    Sydney, Australia452 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great beer, great location, good food truck outside and fabulous staff. Love coming here with my kiddo and with friends.
    Written 3 December 2024
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  • PUMBRIDGE
    London, UK2,368 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fills up very quickly, so consider booking space ahead of a visit to this trendy downstairs bar in a former film distribution centre.
    Good atmospheric bar in a popular venue.
    Written 26 February 2024
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  • RyTheTravelGuy
    Miami Beach, FL406 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Rocked up looking for a place to dance and this was it. Great music downstairs and awesome crowd. The upstairs bartenders are a bit rude but make drinks pretty fast. The crowd upstairs varies immensely from the downstairs crowd. Either way, a Friday night in there is where it's at.
    Written 5 January 2019
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  • Mick K
    Goulburn, Australia138 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Argyle... Wow! We took my now adult kids to the Argyle and what an amazing place. The venue is large with both seating inside and out.

    The majority of music was good, some however was just too loud and stuff I'd never heard or could understand (maybe I'm showing my age).

    We didn't eat there but saw the staff bring out heaps of pizza's which looked great.

    The drinks were well priced during there happy hour but prices sure went up after that was over.

    The toilets were the big disappointment for the venue, the line for both mens and women's toilets were 20 people deep. There is a section of a few toilets for females only, then the same on the other side which were unisex, then a urinal in the back corner which I didn't see any signs for and that you wouldn't know about it you were a regular. The hotels were kind of horrible and I'm not sure how often they get cleaned but I guess with the number of patrons this place holds its not unexpected.

    My kids had a ball, dancing and having a few drinks and we didn't see any trouble at all which again is expected with the number of security working, which was good to see, although it did appear that if you were a footballer there was clearly more leeway in relation to the rules then the average person.

    Would I go back to the Argyle... No! but both my kids said they would go back in a heart beat so I guess this place is well and truly for the younger generation on a regular basis but also for everyone just for the experience.
    Written 23 May 2022
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  • Cotswold 888
    Tetbury, UK72 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great fun night out eating, drinking and watching the “Priscilla Queen of the Desert” drag acts! Food was basic (chicken burger) but good, service nice but table dirty and sticky, they need to improve standards a bit. Drag “show” was quite minimal so don’t build up your expectations that there is a long show, there were just 3 blasts of entertainment at 8, 9 and 10pm. The performers were ok but not outstanding, however the atmosphere was frivolous, fun, and we had a great night. Their choice of outfits was brilliant, iconic images from the film. Definitely worth going if you are a Priscilla fan.
    Written 5 October 2023
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