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The Roosevelt

Ground Floor/32 Orwell St, Potts Point NSW 2011, Australia

Recommended by 36 people

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Ground Floor/32 Orwell St, Potts Point NSW 2011, Australia

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+61 423 203 119
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM Thursday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM Friday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 2:00 PM – 12:00 AM Sunday: 2:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Roosevelt

Step off Orwell Street into a mid-century enclave built for serious cocktails and late-night indulgence. Potts Point regulars drop in before 6:30 pm for \"tippling time\"—scoring $12 icy Martinis alongside freshly shucked $2 oysters—before the room leans fully into theatrics. Coupes arrive chilled with liquid nitrogen, flames caramelize cocktail garnishes tableside, and thick steak cuts share table space with torched Bombe Alaska. For milestones, groups take over the private poker room with direct control over the sound system.

  • Tippling Time Value: Martinis and classic pours run for $12 alongside $2 oysters from opening until 6:30 pm.
  • Theatrical Pours: Tableside serves feature open flames, caramelizing sugars, and coupes chilled with liquid nitrogen.
  • The Poker Room: A private hideaway equipped with guest-controlled speakers and whiskey tastings for group celebrations.
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What's On at The Roosevelt

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

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Why Guests Choose The Roosevelt

What sets The Roosevelt apart for date nights, early-evening tipples, and private milestones

  • Theatrical Tableside Cocktail Craft

    Cocktails feature dramatic tableside flair, from open flames to liquid nitrogen chilling.

    Drinks dramatic and tasty too, even the mocktails.

    Natasha Young

  • Mid-Century Date Night Atmosphere

    An intimate vintage ambiance with soothing jazz makes for an engaging, memorable evening.

    The jazz music will soothe your mind from your busy week at work.

    Trickyy trickett

  • Tippling Time Cocktail and Oyster Value

    Tippling time delivers value with $12 classic cocktails paired with $2 fresh oysters before 6:30pm.

    From open till 6:30. $12 selected cocktails, $2 oysters.. how can you go wrong?

    Michael C

  • Daytime Unwind and Happy Hour Sips

    Early evening hours provide an accessible way to unwind outdoors or kick off the night without breaking the bank.

    Happy hour drinks at the Roosevelt is a wonderful time to sit outside, enjoy some inexpensive but great drinks and some good bar food in the sunshine, without breaking the bank.

    Michael Black

  • Private Event Room with Controllable Audio

    Private gatherings in dedicated spaces like the poker room include custom control over the room's sound system.

    also in the room you could control the speakers which was pretty neat.

    bagu egg

  • Milestone Parties and Private Banquets

    Accommodating staff ensure milestone celebrations run seamlessly with tailored drinks and masterclass options.

    I had my 40th birthday party here in their private room. It was absolutely fantastic. We did a whiskey masterclass, a banquet and drinks.

    Peter McDermott

Signature cocktails and bar classics

  • oysters

    $12 selected cocktails, $2 oysters.. how can you go wrong?

    Michael C

  • dirty martinis

    The dirty martinis are the best in Sydney, perfectly balanced and crafted with real care.

    Robbie James

  • Calamity Jane

    I had the Calamity Jane and it was a delicious frozen cocktail made on the spot with liquid nitrogen.

    Dominic Liu

  • old fashioned #4

    I got the old fashioned #4 and 😯 it was one of the best drinks I have ever tasted or seen.

    Alexander Nixon

Other favorites

Desserts, sides, and specialty event tastings

  • bombe alaska

    The bombe alaska dessert was the highlight of the night.

    Natasha Young

  • croquettes

    The $2 oysters and $3 croquettes are DELICIOUS.

    Jemima Skelley

  • whiskey masterclass

    We did a whiskey masterclass, a banquet and drinks.

    Peter McDermott

  • Tom Collins

    We tried the 12 dollar Tom Collins and Martini before 6pm

    Brandon Bianchi

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful service gestures and theatrical details that elevate your visit

  • Liquid Nitrogen Glass Chilling

    Martini glassware is chilled directly at the table using liquid nitrogen to keep spirits as cold as possible.

  • Tableside Open Flame Cocktails

    Cocktail service includes fiery tableside presentations where drinks are ignited for guests with caramelizing aromatics.

  • Guest-Controlled Private Audio

    Guests booking the private room enjoy personal control over the room's sound system to set their own music.

  • Private Whiskey Masterclasses

    Special milestone celebrations in the private dining space can be paired with an interactive whiskey masterclass and banquet.

Before you head over

Practical tips on happy hour timing, theatrical ordering, and group bookings

  • Arrive Early for Tippling Time

    Arrive early between opening and 6:00 or 6:30 PM to take advantage of 'tippling time' specials, including $12 cocktails like martinis, Negronis, and Tom Collins alongside $2 oysters and $3 croquettes.

  • Pace Flaming and Theatrical Drinks

    For tableside showpieces like flaming cocktails, allow the drink a few moments to cool down before sipping, and consider ordering options like martinis chilled with liquid nitrogen or Calamity Jane for dramatic effects.

  • Book the Private Poker Room for Events

    When planning a milestone celebration or private dinner, booking the dedicated private room ('the poker room') grants your group personalized space and the ability to control the sound system speakers.

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