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Dulcie's Kings Cross

44B Darlinghurst Rd, Potts Point NSW 2011, Australia

Recommended by 64 people

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Find Dulcie's Kings Cross

44B Darlinghurst Rd, Potts Point NSW 2011, Australia

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HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM Thursday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM Friday: 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM Saturday: 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM Sunday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Dulcie's Kings Cross

Down a quiet stairwell off Darlinghurst Road sits Dulcie’s—a basement parlor running strictly on Australian craft spirits. Neighborhood bartenders point off-duty crews down these steps when they want a cold Martini far from the clatter of the street. Not an imported bottle in the house; drinks draw from domestic micro-distilleries, cut with native botanicals and quandong. Water lands at your table before you even open the menu. Grab a cheese plate while an evening talk unpacks the eccentric past of the Cross.

  • All-Australian Backbar: Cocktails crafted exclusively with spirits and botanicals sourced from Australian craft distillers.
  • Kings Cross Heritage & Talks: Curated Sunday history talks and live entertainment celebrating neighbourhood heritage in an intimate cabaret setting.
  • Unpretentious Service: Attentive floor staff welcome guests immediately with menus, water, and warm neighbourhood hospitality.
  • Cheese Boards & Snacks: Well-curated cheese boards and bar snacks assembled to balance native-botanical cocktails.
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Why Choose Dulcie's Kings Cross

From all-domestic craft spirits and heritage talks to unhurried booth conversation, descend into Potts Point's premier vintage basement parlour—book your table now.

  • Exclusively Australian Craft Spirits

    Every bottle behind the bar is distilled domestically, reimagining classic cocktail profiles with native botanicals and house-crafted Australian infusions.

    The wild part is that every spirit served on the menu is Australian.

    Stephen J B Davis

  • Boutique Micro-Distillery Showcase

    Rather than stocking mass-market imports, Dulcie's spotlights independent local makers, bringing rare Australian gins, whiskies, and liqueurs straight to your glass.

    This places uses all Australian ingredients sourced from local micro distilleries.

    Guy Podmore

  • Kings Cross Heritage & History Evenings

    Downstairs beneath Darlinghurst Road, the venue honours its bohemian neighbourhood with regular evening speaker talks and author discussions.

    Last night we attended one of their regular history talks. Once again it was a really good evening.

    Bruce Nelan

  • Hands-On Native Cocktail Masterclasses

    Guests can take a seat in the vintage cabaret space for guided cocktail classes that explore native ingredients, spirits history, and shaking technique.

    Had an excellent time in Dulcie's participating in one of their fantastic cocktail classes.

    Simon King

  • A Civilised Refuge from Mega Pubs

    Designed as a subterranean sanctuary, Dulcie's provides an intimate escape from the clamour and gaming machines of Potts Point's sprawling pubs.

    just what you want for a quiet chat with friends and to avoid mega pubs and poker machines.

    Ken Burgin

  • Intimate Date Nights & Catch-Ups

    With plush vintage seating and moody low lighting, the basement lounge offers the ideal backdrop for slow sips, date nights, and effortless conversation.

    The perfect place for a date night or a chill evening sipping cocktails with friends.

    Dani

From native botanical serves and curated pairings to heritage salon talks, explore what guests love most—then book your booth downstairs.

  • History Talks

    Dulcies history talks are a good night out.

    Bruce Nelan

  • Cheeseboard

    the cheeseboard was exceptional!

    Matt Fosdike

  • Cocktail Classes

    Had an excellent time in Dulcie's participating in one of their fantastic cocktail classes.

    Simon King

  • Espresso Martini

    The espresso martini has an imaginative twist to it, making it something worth trying if that’s a profile you think you’ve exhausted.

    Stephen J B Davis

Beyond the menu

Subterranean nuances and curated heritage programming that set this speakeasy apart—book your booth downstairs.

  • Attentive Arrival & Water Service

    From the moment you step downstairs, staff seat you promptly with drinks and canapé menus, taking water preferences within moments of sitting.

  • Preserved Vintage Neon Relics

    Honouring the building's storied past, the restrooms showcase original vintage neon signs preserved directly from the space's former incarnation.

  • Neighbourhood History Evenings

    Beyond typical cocktail service, the venue hosts regular Sunday history talks and author discussions dedicated to Kings Cross heritage.

  • Native Spirit Masterclasses

    Intimate, hands-on cocktail classes guide guests through Australian native botanicals, local micro-distillery spirits, and classic mixing craft.

Before you head over

Everything you need to know before stepping into Potts Point's subterranean cocktail parlor. Book your table ahead to secure your spot.

  • Spotting the Entrance

    The venue is tucked down a flight of stairs off the main strip behind an unassuming exterior that is easy to miss if you are not looking closely.

  • Dining & Food Offering

    Food service is centered around curated bar snacks, canapés, and artisan cheese boards rather than full dinners, making it best suited for an aperitif or a relaxed nightcap.

  • Events & Reservations

    While walk-in booths can accommodate casual cocktail gatherings, curated programming like Sunday night history talks and cocktail classes draw dedicated crowds—reserve your table in advance to guarantee entry.

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