#1
Li'l Darlin Crows Nest
Read 372 reviewsReputation score: 98/100
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2026 rankings NSW
19 Best Bars & Pubs
in North Sydney
Compare the top 19 bars & pubs in North Sydney, ranked by Google reviews and business profile details.
Collected 26 September 2026 · 18,364 reported Google reviews across 19 businesses
See the 19 listings ↓Top 19 Bars & Pubs in North Sydney, NSW
1–19 of 19The shortlist
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, Li'l Darlin Crows Nest (4.8 stars from 372 Google reviews), The Hayberry Diner & Bar (4.7 stars from 916 Google reviews) and Four Hundred Bar & Kitchen (4.7 stars from 281 Google reviews) lead LocalLocal's North Sydney bars & pubs ranking.
The score describes the public review record. Read recent reviews and confirm the job with the business before booking.
#2
The Hayberry Diner & Bar
Read 916 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#3
Four Hundred Bar & Kitchen
Read 281 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#4
Knird
Read 213 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#5
Folly's Bar & Bistro
Read 630 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#6
Terrace Hotel
Read 550 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#7
The Treehouse Hotel
Read 1,557 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#8
Billy Barry's
Read 1,424 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#9
Green Moustache
Read 989 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#10
Rag & Famish Hotel
Read 2,146 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#11
Greenwood Hotel
Read 2,003 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
The Greenwood Plaza Rooftop, 36 Blue St, North Sydney New South Wales 2060
(02) 9964 9477greenwoodhotel.com#12
The Old Commodore Hotel
Read 1,603 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#13
Firehouse Hotel
Read 1,589 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#14
The Union Hotel
Read 836 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#15
St Leonards Tavern
Read 558 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
#16
Honey Rider Bar
Read 272 reviewsReputation score: 88/100
230/232 Military Rd, Neutral Bay New South Wales 2089
0411 488 586#17
North Sydney Hotel
Read 580 reviewsReputation score: 88/100
#18
The Greens North Sydney
Read 1,823 reviewsReputation score: 88/100
#19
Wylde Bar
Read 22 reviewsReputation score: 77/100
Showing 19 of 19 businesses. This ranking covers our North Sydney listings. This is not a complete census. How we rank them →
What the numbers say about bars & pubs in North Sydney
LocalLocal's North Sydney capture includes 19 bars & pubs with 18,364 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.3 stars, backed by a median of 836 reviews.
A high average means more when plenty of people have contributed. Open the Google review link on a listing to check recent feedback about work like yours. Contact the business to confirm it serves your address.
Read the scoring method →Before you choose.
Questions about bars & pubs in North Sydney and the evidence behind this list.
Who leads LocalLocal's North Sydney bars & pubs ranking?
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, the highest-scoring businesses are Li'l Darlin Crows Nest (4.8 stars from 372 Google reviews); The Hayberry Diner & Bar (4.7 stars from 916 Google reviews); Four Hundred Bar & Kitchen (4.7 stars from 281 Google reviews). These positions describe our captured review record, not a guarantee about the work.
How are bars & pubs in North Sydney ranked?
LocalLocal's score gives up to 50 points for rating quality, 30 for review volume and 20 for available profile details. Equal scores are ordered by star rating, then review count, then a stable business identifier. The method is published on our methodology page.
What does the review record look like for bars & pubs in North Sydney?
The 19 bars & pubs captured for North Sydney hold 18,364 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.3 stars and the median review count is 836. These figures describe our sample, not every local business.
What should I check before booking?
Confirm that the business serves your address and handles your type of work. Read recent Google reviews, ask about any relevant licences or registration, and get the scope and charges in writing.
How current are these details?
The listings were collected 26 September 2026. This is a dated snapshot, not a live Google feed. Confirm current hours, availability and pricing with the business.
Can a business update its listing?
Yes. Open the business profile and select Update details. Explain the correction and include a public source. Correction and removal requests are reviewed before the record changes.