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Charlie Chans Bar & Bottleshop

631-635 George St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia

Recommended by 75 people

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Find Charlie Chans Bar & Bottleshop

631-635 George St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia

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+61 2 9281 4299
HoursMonday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Charlie Chans Bar & Bottleshop

Front-bar schooners meet Sussex Street corridor cooking—Charlie Chans flips the George Street pub script. Step past the beer taps toward the back lane for straightforward Bangkok street food that skips the sugar coat. Regulars line up for crispy pork belly stir-fried with chili basil and crowned with a fried egg, or quick bowls of stewed chicken drumstick noodles simmered until the meat drops off the bone.

  • Authentic Street Bowls: Patrons zero in on the spicy tom yum noodles, crispy pork belly with chili basil, and fall-off-the-bone stewed chicken broth.
  • Dual-Entry Setup: George Street front bar poured cold, backed by Mrs. Chan's Kitchen operating out of the Sussex Street corridor.
  • Late-Night Economy: Dishes land fast at modest prices, right beside the Chinatown light rail stop.
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What's On at Charlie Chans Bar & Bottleshop

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Charlie Chans Bar & Bottleshop Stands Apart

From sizzling Thai street bowls to easygoing pints right off the light rail, explore the core reasons locals return—and book your table today.

  • Authentic Bangkok Street Flavours

    Mrs. Chan's Kitchen churns out unapologetically bold Bangkok street staples, from boat noodle bowls to crispy pork chilli basil, without westernized sweetness.

    The food tastes very close to what you’d find in Thailand — not overly sweet.

    Airbus 2525

  • Fast, Comforting Meal Pacing

    Wok-tossed noodles and rich simmering broths land on the table within minutes, satisfying late-night cravings on an accessible CBD budget.

    It’s a solid go-to for Thai cravings, especially when I want something comforting and fast.

    Cindy Jöviānd

  • Relaxed Pub Catch-Ups

    A welcoming central Sydney pub atmosphere with cold schooners and affordable cocktails provides the ideal unpretentious backdrop for meeting up with friends.

    offers a solid mix of drinks and a welcoming setting that works well for both casual catch-ups and a night out.

    Amin

  • Dedicated Space to Mingle and Play

    Spacious layout with a dedicated pool room and side seating provides groups ample room to play, drink, and socialize without being cramped.

    showed us to the side room that was empty and had a pool table and seated area to mingle.

    Geoff J

  • Chinatown Tram Stop Proximity

    Positioned directly beside the Chinatown light rail stop, making it effortless to drop in for a quick meal or happy hour pint on the go.

    Right at the china town tram stop.

    Gabriella Anna S

  • Seamless Dual-Concept Flow

    A unique corridor layout bridges the George Street bar and bottleshop with Sussex Street dining, allowing guests to order beers directly alongside their street noodles.

    Also ordered a beer from the connecting bar and couldn't be happier.

    Lillian Nguyen

Street-style Thai specialties and noodle bowls from Mrs. Chan's Kitchen at the back of the pub.

  • Crispy Pork Chilli Basil

    Big portion, quick service and it was so delicious.

    Suwannapat Kahintapongs

  • Papaya Salad

    Their papaya salad is a must!

    B Cannula

  • Thai Boat Noodle Soup

    It is truly one of a kind, and the best version of boat noodle soup I have ever had.

    Mario B.

  • Stewed Chicken Drumstick Noodle

    The chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender, like it had been simmering in that rich broth, just waiting to warm someone’s soul.

    Toffee

Other favorites

Signature drinks, bar specials, and street-style sides to round out your visit.

  • Flaming Charlie

    When ever visiting Sydney popping into Charlie Chans for thier signature Flaming Charlie is a must do for my friends and I.

    Julie Powell

  • Fish Balls

    And then there were the fish balls—crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, basically little flavour bombs.

    Toffee

  • Happy Hour Cocktails

    ended up really enjoying their $15 happy hour cocktails.

    karina

  • Vermicelli Salad

    Must try their vermicelli salad!! 😍😍 the best!! :)

    Megan Ling

Before you head over

Practical advice on payment rules, alleyway navigation, and menu sizing—book your visit today to lock in your spot.

  • Carry Cash for Small Orders

    The rear kitchen counter requires card transactions to be over $20, so carry cash if you are dropping in for a single small noodle bowl.

  • Enter via Sussex Street for the Kitchen

    While the main pub faces George Street by the light rail, Mrs. Chan's Kitchen is tucked in the back corridor; head around to Sussex Street for direct access to the counter and compact seating.

  • Calibrate Bowl Sizes and Add an Egg

    Authentic soup noodle bowls come in smaller Bangkok street portions. If you are hungry, double up on bowls or opt for the larger rice plates topped with a fried egg.

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