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The Caterpillar Club

92 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

Recommended by 15 people

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92 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

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HoursMonday: 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM Thursday: 5:00 PM – 4:00 AM Friday: 5:00 PM – 4:00 AM Saturday: 5:00 PM – 4:00 AM Sunday: 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Caterpillar Club

Down a discreet Pitt Street stairwell waits a moody basement lounge spinning exclusively on wax. It is where the city's hospo crowd slips away to decompress, sliding into curved leather booths under low red lamps. Behind the counter, bartenders work dedicated stations, turning out cold dirty martinis and negronis alongside daily 4–6pm drink specials. Early-evening quiet builds into a packed room, and come Monday nights, full funk and soul bands take over the floor. Night-shift regulars often grab a table for the food alone—juicy smoked burgers, crisp buttermilk fried chicken with pickles, and late-running bar orders that carry straight past midnight.

  • All-Vinyl Record Curation: DJs spin all-vinyl sets along a sprawling, record-lined bar, evolving from moody evening lounge sets into packed late-night dancing.
  • Monday Night Live Sets: Full live funk and soul acts draw electric crowds to the dance floor every Monday night to kick off the week.
  • Fast Bar Craft & Happy Hour: Attentive staff and zoned bartending stations keep cocktails moving fast, from 4–6pm happy hour deals to late-night plates.
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Why Guests Choose The Caterpillar Club

Why Sydney patrons head underground to The Caterpillar Club for vinyl music, elevated comfort dining, and standout bar hospitality.

  • All-Vinyl DJ Sets and Wall-to-Wall Records

    DJs play sets completely on physical vinyl records alongside a sprawling wall-to-wall collection behind the bar, creating a classic analog soundscape that drives the late-night subterranean dance floor.

    Best of all, the DJ was using all vinyls! What a treat it was to hear music playing from vinyls!

    Henry H

  • High-Energy Monday Night Live Soul and Funk

    Monday nights feature live funk, soul, and jazz bands that transform the underground basement lounge into an energized dance floor early in the week.

    The band plays some of the best funk and soul music in town, and the dance floor is absolutely electric.

    Ida Borreby

  • Booth Seating Tailored for Dates and Small Groups

    Leather circular booths and secluded dimly lit corners provide private settings for couples and close groups seeking an unpretentious, relaxed atmosphere.

    The staff know their stuff and make you feel welcome without the usual bar pretence. Perfect for date night or a late drink with friends.

    Eray Erdinc

  • Thoughtful Hospitality for Group Gatherings

    Attentive floor staff actively accommodate groups by sourcing extra chairs and seamlessly upgrading parties to circular booths as they open up.

    After a few drinks a booth became available and the staff moved us and again we never asked. Bloody awesome.

    Trevor Cook

  • Elevated Late-Night Burgers and Fried Chicken

    The bar serves late-night comfort staples, including juicy smoked beef burgers and crunchy buttermilk fried chicken paired with house pickles and ranch.

    Had a smoked burger, which was exceptionally juicy, rich in flavour, and clearly made with quality ingredients.

    Davidisimo

  • Sectioned Bartender Service for Rapid Cocktails

    Bartenders are assigned to specific bar sections, expediting drink preparation and providing attentive, knowledgeable counter service during peak hours.

    The bartenders are divided by sections, which makes your drinks come faster and gives the service a more exclusive feel.

    Javi Nash

Guest-favorite comfort eats and classic cocktails to accompany the retro lounge experience.

  • Smoked burger

    Had a smoked burger, which was exceptionally juicy, rich in flavour, and clearly made with quality ingredients. I’ve enjoyed every bit of it.

    Davidisimo

  • Buttermilk fried chicken

    I highly recommend the buttermilk fried chicken! 🍗 It’s a must-try for me. The super cripsy texture paired with crunchy pickle slices 🥒 and a creamy ranch dressing, topped with a few small chili peppers (the chicken itself isn't spicy) 😋😋

    itsgloria_han

  • Dirty martini

    Ordered some dirty martin's (delicious)

    Chin Perera

  • Tuna melts

    The food is also happy hour and I recommend the chicken and the tuna melts.

    Inspired4me2You

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there long lines to get in?

Expect substantial queues at peak times, especially on weekend nights where the wait can stretch down the street past midnight. Arriving earlier in the evening or earlier in the week can help avoid long lines.

Does the venue offer live music and DJ sets?

Yes, the venue features live musical performances including funk, soul, and jazz bands—especially popular on Monday nights—alongside DJs spinning full vinyl sets over the dance floor.

When is the best time to visit for happy hour?

Patrons highlight late-afternoon happy hour specials for drinks and bar food. By around 5:00 PM, seating fills quickly, and lines often begin forming outside by the time happy hour wraps up.

What food items are recommended to order?

Popular comfort food options include the juicy house burger, crispy buttermilk fried chicken, and late-night bites like hot dogs and tuna melts.

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