No list of the best cocktail bars in Sydney’s CBD is complete without The Swinging Cat.
This New Orleans-inspired underground bar in the city is the perfect setting for an intimate evening of live jazz music and amazing company.
You’ll feel like you stepped straight into an underground bar in the Big Easy with its gas street lamps, velvet interiors, and NOLA cocktails.
Experience a great vibe, fantastic music, delicious drinks and all the ambiance that comes with it – The Swinging Cat is one of the most memorable underground bars in Sydney.
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You love your cocktails, but you want a different vibe. A bar experience with a difference. Something with style and hospitality.
The Swinging Cat is your go-to spot for an unforgettable night out.
This hidden gem is one of the best small bars in Sydney – great atmosphere, live music and delicious drinks. Designed after the New Orleans French quarter, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped out of Sydney into another place – another time.
From classic NOLA cocktails to modern takes on old favourites, there’s something to satisfy every taste.
Home of the finest underground cocktails in Sydney
Discover a hidden gem within Sydney’s vibrant nightlife – a haven for cocktail enthusiasts that effortlessly captures the spirit of one of the city’s liveliest Underground bars Sydney has to offer.
Journey into the heart of our establishment, where the allure of New Orleans beckons with its celebrated music, culture, and, of course, its extraordinary libations. Immerse yourself in the Big Easy’s charm without ever leaving Sydney by indulging in our classic NOLA cocktails at one of the finest Cocktail bars Sydney.
But the magic doesn’t end there – our cocktail menu boasts an array of house specialties, each carefully crafted to evoke the vibrant flavours of New Orleans while adding our unique and intriguing twists. Explore our extensive list of tantalising and innovative cocktails, each a masterpiece of mixology that sets us apart from other Small bars Sydney.
For those who savour the art of deconstructed cocktails, our exhaustive spirits menu promises an abundance of choices to craft your ideal drink, guaranteeing a night out that will be etched in your memory and making us stand out among Underground bars Sydney.
And as the evening unfolds, satisfy your cravings with our delectable food and snacks. Our kitchen offers contemporary interpretations of New Orleans’ iconic dishes, and it remains open late into the night, providing a culinary experience that harmoniously complements the enchanting ambiance. Join us in this hidden treasure trove, where you can savour the best of Cocktail bars Sydney, Small bars Sydney, and Underground bars Sydney all within a single, unforgettable venue.
Sydney’s fun cocktail bar located in the CBD
If you’re looking for the perfect spot to enjoy an intimate evening of live music and great company, then look no further than The Swinging Cat.
This hidden gem in the city is a cozy little club that offers up some of the best jazz tunes around. From classic jazz standards to modern takes on old favourites, you’ll hear it all here.
And with its low-lit atmosphere, delicious drinks, and warm welcome from staff and patrons alike – there’s nothing quite like spending a night at The Swinging Cat.
So gather your friends together for a fun-filled evening of good vibes and top-notch tunes – you won’t regret it.
Find out when you can enjoy our live music here
Book your next night out with us
Whether you just want to bring a few friends on a night out, or want to bring together a small crowd, we love to serve as your hosts.
The Swinging Cat has room to sit 70 patrons, or stand 100. Book a private event and you can access an exclusive canape menu prepared by our sister venue at the NOLA smokehouse and bar.
The Swinging Cat is open four nights a week from 4PM, Wednesday-Saturday. We offer full table service, bringing that special touch of southern hospitality below the streets of Sydney CBD.
Don’t wait any longer. Check out our live event calendar and book your next night out today