The Rover – Top 10 Bars in Sydney

The Rover has matured, introducing a refined and sophisticated new vibe to Surry Hills.

The Rover Sydney

The Rover, formerly known as The Wild Rover, has returned to Campbell Street as a perfect spot for a date. It retains its atmospheric ambiance and some of its Irish heritage, undergoing a makeover with stylish cocktail bar touches reminiscent of New York City.

On the lower level, the warmly lit atmosphere encourages you to gather around a table or sit at the copper-topped bar. Enjoy freshly shucked Sydney Rock oysters paired with a refreshing martini, or choose from a range of enjoyable, bold wines sourced from local and international selections.
Alex Gondzioulis, the 2019 Australian Bartender of the Year, crafts the cocktails at Rover. He has ingeniously put his spin on beloved classics & seasonal cocktails, using the whiskey-filled back bar to create highballs infused with house-made ferments.
An award-winning sommelier Kyle Pool, with experience at Orana Restaurant, Rockpool Bar & Grill, and Woodcut, played a major role in guiding the Rover toward a new focus on the wine list. There is an impressive selection of 50 organic and biodynamic wines sourced from both local and international producers.
On the upper floor, Rover, NewYork Cocktail bar, undergoes a charming shift to become a British-inspired seafood restaurant. The menu features offerings such as daily platters of chilled crustaceans served with three sauces, hearty fish pies, and delightful snacks like potato chips paired with caviar.

Additionally, top-tier oysters, sourced from the finest available in the market, remain a consistent highlight across both levels of the establishment.
In this upgraded version, you have the chance to truly make an evening of it and fully explore the expanded dining options, thanks to the skilled executive chef, Pip Pratt.

Pratt has crafted an elegant food menu inspired by English cuisine, featuring delights like hot-smoked butterflied sardines paired with pickled eschalot rings and house-made lamb sausage rolls. Additionally, the new centerpiece is the oyster station.
For years, patrons of the Wild Rover have relished good times at the yearly Oyster Festival. Now, the Rover is intensifying its passion for these luxurious bivalves. Guests can savor a diverse menu featuring Clair de Lune oysters from Bateman’s Bay, creole-spiced fried Pacific oysters from Coffin Bay, and fresh Sydney rock oysters from Merimbula.
To enter the Rover bar, all guests need to be 18 years of age or older.

Opening hours:

Tuesday to Friday-4 pm-12 am

Saturday 3 pm-12 am

Contact:

(02) 9000 7544

Address:

75 Campbell Street,

Surry Hills,

NSW 2010

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