After work drinks: bars and pubs in Parramatta
Clocking off and looking for the perfect spot to unwind? Parramatta is home to some of the best bars and pubs for after-work drinks, whether you’re craving craft beers, signature cocktails, or a relaxed rooftop vibe. There’s a spot for every kind of crew to kick back and toast to the end of the workday.
Ruse Bar & Brasserie
3 Parramatta Square, 153 Macquarie St, Parramatta
Located in the Parramatta Square precinct, Ruse Bar and Brasserie is a space for the people of Parramatta to meet, drink, and dine. Enjoy a European-inspired all-day dining brasserie with the finest Australian produce. The expansive indoor and outdoor space includes a brasserie with a private dining room, wine cellars, and an extended main bar area with its own kitchen and casual dining offering.
Nick & Nora's
Level 26/45 Macquarie St, Parramatta
Nick and Nora's is a cocktail and champagne bar that brings the golden era of glamorous post-prohibition soirees to the modern day. Located on the 26th floor of V by Crown, it offers exceptional rooftop views and world-class cocktails.
Heritage Lounge
Level 1/215 - 217 Church St, Parramatta
Heritage Lounge brings the glamour of the 1920s to Parramatta with a sleek cocktail bar and upscale Japanese restaurant. Enjoy signature cocktails with gangster-themed names and top-shelf spirits in an opulent setting.
Willo Restaurant & Bar
32 Smith St, Parramatta
Willo Restaurant & Bar offers an open kitchen experience with a menu designed to share. The bar provides a boutique experience with signature cocktails and a premium selection of wines, beers, and spirits.
ALEX&Co.
Shop 2-4/330 Church St, Parramatta
ALEX&Co. is a cosmopolitan dining and bar destination in the heart of Parramatta. It offers a modern-fusion menu, vibrant service, and contemporary spaces ideal for any work celebration or event.
General Bourke
74 Church St Parramatta
Previously known as "PJ's," General Bourke offers a mix of old-school tunes, live bands, and a sunny beer garden. The bistro menu includes burgers, woodfired pizzas, and steaks.
PARKROYAL Hotel: BAR30 & Bistro
30 Phillip St, Parramatta
BAR30 & Bistro offers a wide selection of drinks and delicious lunch and dinner options. Enjoy Happy Hour from 5:00pm to 7:00pm every day, either indoors by the bar or outside on the alfresco deck.
Novotel Parramatta: 350 Lounge & Bar
350 Church St, Parramatta
350 Restaurant & Lounge serves up seasonal menus with Asian-Western fusion cuisine. It's the perfect place to wind down with good food, wine, and company.
Social House Dining & Bar
Cnr Parkes Street & Valentine Avenue
Located in Mantra Parramatta, Social House Dining & Bar offers a relaxed and friendly atmosphere for after work dinner and drinks.
The Albion Hotel
135 George Street Parramatta
The Albion Hotel features an expansive beer garden and a classic pub menu. Enjoy signature cocktails and DJs on Friday and Saturdays.
The Woolpack Hotel
19 George St Parramatta
One of the first ten pubs in Australia, The Woolpack Hotel offers a beautiful outdoor courtyard, a main bar with plush lounges, and a high-tech sports bar.
The Commercial Hotel
2 Hassall St Parramatta
The Commercial Hotel boasts beer tanks filled with unpasteurised draught and an airy beer garden. The menu includes pub classics and adventurous signature mains.
