Buddy's Bar Newtown

Held my 30th upstairs at Buddy’s Bar and it was a phenomenal experience - the staff were fantastic especially Hazel & Tamara, but so too was everyone else involved. They were incredibly accomodating and attentive to making sure the night was a smashing success. The food was great, all of the guests loved the self-service bar, and the music & lighting were well managed by Hazel & Chris as we had a live band playing 👌👌 The owner Jimmy made sure it all went smoothly, you could tell he legitimately cared about how the event ran. WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!

Honestly, if you’re in Sydney and you don’t check out Buddy’s Bar in Newtown, you’re missing out. This place just hits different ; it’s got a soul, proper authenticity, and that’s 100% down to the team and the two legends running it, Jimmy and Duncan. The staff? Absolute gems. Super nice, super attentive, and they come from all over the world, which makes you feel instantly welcome. And believe me, coming from Paris, I know when a place is nailing hospitality. The vibe is always on point: live bands during the week, DJs on the weekend, and it’s not just some random setup ; they’ve got a real concert room, designed by sound engineers, so the sound is insane. Plus, there’s an actual booker curating the lineup, so the acts are always pro and worth checking out. And then there’s the food : way above what you’d expect from a bar. The chef is clearly putting effort into it, and it shows. Tasty, proper dishes with real flavour. If I had to pick just one spot in Sydney to grab a drink, meet people, party, and actually feel at home, it’d be Buddy’s Bar. No hesitation.

A fun, hands-on experience at Buddys I've walked by Buddys near Newtown Station.I'm glad I did. The concept is unique: you get a card, and it's a self-service bar! There are taps for a variety of beers and even cocktails, so you get to pour your own. It's a great way to try different things and not have to wait at the bar. The staff were really helpful and walked me through how it all works. The vibe is relaxed and friendly, making it a great spot for a casual drink with friends. I'd highly recommend it.

Buddy’s is epic! I recently had my birthday with them in their upstairs function room - great food (taco bar - genius), great room and great vibes! All of the guests commented how great the venue was (so thanks team for making me look good!) Booking was super smooth and easy and the lovely team were so receptive with all my questions. An unforgettable night. Thanks Buddy’s team!

I booked the private function room at Buddy’s for a surprise 40th and it was absolutely perfect! The team was super helpful from the start, making everything run smoothly. The room itself has such a great vibe — perfect for a fun night with friends. I went with the taco menu and honestly, the food was so delicious — everyone raved about it! They also supplied their sound tech since I had booked a band, which was such a bonus and made the whole experience feel really seamless. If you’re looking for a fun, stress-free venue for a private event, I’d highly recommend Buddy’s. Can’t fault it!