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Papa Gede's Bar | Cocktail Bar Sydney

348 Kent St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

Recommended by 53 people

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Find Papa Gede's Bar | Cocktail Bar Sydney

348 Kent St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

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+61 2 9299 5671
HoursMonday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM Wednesday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM Thursday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM Friday: 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM Saturday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Papa Gede's Bar | Cocktail Bar Sydney

Slip down an unassuming cobblestone laneway for dim, occult-dusted cocktail sanctuary away from the CBD's commotion. Regulars crowd the room for voodoo-laced curiosities, tarot decks, and proper table chatter without phones in sight. Bartenders set the Zombie ablaze with rum and lime, cap pours with smoke bubbles, or fire up iced fountains to let an authentic absinthe louche drop into your glass. Weekday happy hours keep things grounded with affordable sips and toasties, while the dim corners make every round feel like a quiet escape.

  • Voodoo-Infused Laneway Vibe: Tucked down a cobblestone alley, the dim interior mixes tarot cards and voodoo curiosities with warm hospitality.
  • Absinthe Fountain Rituals: Traditional fountain towers drip cold water over sugar cubes for classic, slow-louched absinthe pours.
  • Theatrical House Cocktails: Strong, dramatic serves range from the flaming Zombie to theatrical smoke bubbles and daily happy hour specials.
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Why Choose Papa Gede's Bar

Why patrons seek out our tucked-away laneway bar for occult charm, absinthe rituals, and intimate drinks.

  • Secluded Cobblestone Alley Entrance

    Hidden at the end of an unassuming cobblestone lane, Papa Gede's offers an intimate, atmospheric retreat tucked away from the busy city streets.

    A hidden bar down a cobblestone lane worth taking the detour for

    Hayden Ferreira

  • Occult & Witchy Voodoo Aesthetic

    The bar features an immersive occult ambiance complete with tarot readings, shrunken heads, and cozy witchy interior styling.

    Have a drink with a shrunken head and read your tarots

    Gabriella Anna S

  • Traditional Absinthe Fountain Service

    Guests can take part in specialized cold-drip absinthe rituals poured from traditional fountain towers alongside house absinthe cocktail specials.

    You’ll be sipping for hours enjoying cheese platters to trying their absinthe towers.

    Leah Marie

  • Theatrical Cocktail Craft & Fire Service

    Drinks feature dramatic theatrical presentations including cocktails garnished with live flames and aromatic smoke bubbles.

    I had The Zombie and it came in a tiki mug with lime & fire!

    tastysydney

  • Unplugged, Present-Moment Connection

    Patrons experience an intimate hideaway where visitors disconnect from devices and engage in present-moment conversation.

    barely anyone on their phones and just talking and laughing with the people they were with. It was really nice to see.

    Natalie G

  • Eccentric Hideaway for Date Nights

    A dim, quirky setting provides a sense of eccentric novelty and discovery for dates and memorable nights out.

    great cocktails and a very funky vibe. Perfect for date night or any city night out.

    Laura L

Signature potions and theatrical house favorites

  • The Zombie

    I had The Zombie and it came in a tiki mug with lime & fire!

    tastysydney

  • Pan-Damn Colada

    The Pan-Damn Colada came in cute coconut mug, and it was very delicious!

    tastysydney

  • Total Eclipse

    For second round I ordered Total Eclipse

    Natalie G

  • Extra Extra!

    Both were nice, but the winner was Extra Extra complete with a smoke bubble.

    Natalie G

Other favorites

Unique concoctions and specialty cocktail creations

  • Mental Clarity

    I had the Mental Clarity, and just like its name, it was very clean and smooth with a slight sweetness — absolutely delicious.

    Winnie

  • Divine Intervention

    I ended up going with the Divine Intervention.

    Kylee Patterson

  • The Devils Letters

    Personal favorite was "the Devils letters"

    Masjenka B

  • Double Demerits

    Fav cocktail right now is Double Demerits - collective opinion by some of my friends and I

    Bridgett L

Beyond the menu

Distinctive rituals and occult touches that define the Papa Gede's experience

  • Tabletop Absinthe Fountain Rituals

    Guests can enjoy ritual cold-drip absinthe service served from traditional multi-tap fountain towers.

  • Theatrical Fire and Smoke Presentations

    Cocktails are prepared with dramatic visual effects, including the Zombie cocktail served lit with open fire and drinks topped with smoke bubbles.

  • Interactive Tarot Reading at the Table

    Seated guests can interact with the occult decor by reading complimentary tarot cards beside preserved shrunken heads.

  • Cobblestone Laneway Hidden Entrance

    Patrons are guided down an unassuming cobblestone alleyway to a secluded Victorian-style entryway tucked away from street view.

Before you head over

Practical tips on finding the hidden entrance, ordering drinks, and planning around the food menu.

  • Finding the laneway entrance

    Tucked down an unassuming cobblestone alleyway off Kent Street, this intimate venue can be easy to miss from the street—look carefully for the alley entrance when navigating.

  • Snack-focused food menu

    Food options are focused on light snacks like cheese and ploughman's platters, toasties, or burgers rather than full dining menus, so plan ahead or eat beforehand if you want a complete meal.

  • Craft cocktail wait times

    Specialty drinks featuring flaming garnishes, smoke bubbles, and absinthe fountains are prepared with care and can take extra time during peak busy periods—plan accordingly when ordering rounds.

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