Best Live Music Restaurants in Mortlake

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39 restaurants available nearby

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1. Bare Witness

4.4

Awesome(37)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Rhodes

Booked 6 times today

Bare Witness, where seasonal ingredients shine in our thoughtfully designed menus, paired with award-winning coffee, freshly baked bread, and handmade pasta, all enjoyed with a stunning water view.

2. Abattoir Blues

4.6

Exceptional(281)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Homebush

Booked 5 times today

Abattoir Blues is Sydney Olympic Park’s notorious, fully-licensed, boutique diner hidden away in a historic 1900s abattoir building. Capturing the heart and soul of the Park, Abattoir Blues is a restaurant, café and bar experience worth discovering.We are open for all events in the park, and extend our trading hours to accommodate patrons and punters before a concert, sporting event or whatever reason you are in the park. We are the local's choice dining spot and a hotspot for those visiting the park.

3. The Dancing Bear

4.9

Exceptional(39)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Rhodes

A family owned boutique bar located in Wentworth Point as part of the Marina Square complex. A large list of great tasting signature and classic cocktails. The Dancing Bear is also managed by Kristine Tarabine who has cracked the Top 100 Australian bartenders competing in Diageo's world class competition. Just a few popular cocktails include the "Smoked Old Fashioned", "White Passion Martini" and our best seller the "Yuzu Sour". All with their own quirks and experience. Bougee bar food like Butter Chicken Jaffel, Lamb Kafta Jaffel, Mexicana dip with Chicharron and Salmon lettuce cups.As we are so close to Olympic park there is many easy access options. Bus routes, train lines and the ferry at our doorstep.We focus on great customer service and don't take ourselves to seriously. Every Saturday you can find live music going. The vibe is chill and welcoming to anyone who needs a bevvy. Couples, friends, family, visitors and locals - its a joy to have anyone come into our bar.

A photo of Bistro 18 @ Strathfield Golf Club restaurant

4. Bistro 18 @ Strathfield Golf Club

4.4

Awesome(9)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Strathfield

Booked 3 times today

At the heart of the clubhouse sits the Bistro, a sleek new 130+ seat bistro with a stunning alfresco outlook. The menu features classic dishes with a modern twist.With indoor and al fresco dining options, the club bistro is the perfect spot for a long family lunch on the sunny deck as you take in the tranquil surroundings with a glass of wine. The bistro offers a range of dining experiences, from a Sunday afternoon with friends accompanied by live music to cozy nooks for an intimate date night.

5. The Balmain Hotel

4.4

Awesome(12)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Balmain

Booked 6 times today

Nestled in the cosy Neighbourhood of Sydney’s Inner West, The Balmain Hotel is the perfect destination for anyone and everyone. Balmain’s second oldest Pub, dating back to 1869 – turns tropical, urban oasis. Find yourself sipping on mouth-watering, passionately prepared cocktails & enjoying Asian-infused pub menu, that are both market fresh and wildly delicious.

6. The Oxford

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$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Drummoyne

Booked 2 times today

A landmark of the Inner West since opening its doors in 1929.This slice of Sydney history is spread over 2 spacious levels. With a cosy pub, an airy, spacious beer garden, and bistro dining upstairs.Catch the next big sporting event, dine on some good pub grub, or simply watch the setting over the city, The Oxford has you covered.Walk-ins and bookings are welcomed.

A photo of Crowbar Sydney & Ultimate Pig restaurant

7. Crowbar Sydney & Ultimate Pig

4.8

Exceptional(2)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Leichhardt

Crowbar Sydney, is an independent, family owned live music venue. Opening in 2018 as an addition to the East Coast touring circuit with sister venue Crowbar Brisbane established in 2012. Crowbar has always strived to support artists from the ground up, providing a platform for emerging local and national acts, showcasing growing Australian and international talent and hosting secret shows, after parties, album release parties and more. Crowbar hosts 800+ bands each year. Curating events ourselves and working alongside a network of promoters and booking agents on a local, national and international level. Supporting Australian live music is at the core of Crowbar, we aim to remain and grow as a key player in the ecosystem of the Australian live music scene.We strive to create a safe and inclusive space for artists and their teams, patrons, our staff and the community to provide quality events of a world class standard.

8. Jazushi

4.5

Awesome(57)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Surry Hills

Booked 10 times today

"Jazushi offers Sydney's best blend of exquisite Japanese fusion cuisine, professional service and the finest live jazz entertainment WED, FRI, SAT and Sunday nights. Tucked away on Devonshire St just minutes walk from Central Station and the famous Belvoir Theatre, Jazushi offers a stylish and elegant dining experience that promises to be as pleasing to the ear as it is to the palate. Consisting of three grant dining area, Jazushi is ideal for any occasion. The main dining room provides an ambient atmosphere to best enjoy live music, while the gorgeous outdoor Terrace and spacious Red Room provide the perfect solution for any function needs. Come and experience Sydney's best kept secret!!"

9. The Doss House

4.4

Awesome(293)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • The Rocks

Booked 3 times today

The Doss House - where fine whiskies and cocktails meet the historical char of one of the oldest suburbs, The Rocks. Combine this with one of our famous Cheese Boards or Ploughman's Platters from our ever-changing menu and you might have just found your perfect spot to spend the day sipping on premium spirits. Tugged away between George St and Kendall Lane we're right there but so hidden at the same time.Recapturing the convivial spirit of Sydney’s formative years, the original sandstone walls of The Doss House bring warmth to our unique basement bar which features a beautiful terrace area and rare original fireplaces.Built in the 1840s, what we call The Doss House today has been the home to a rich, eclectic collection of tenants including a boot maker, boarding house, doctor’s surgery and opium dealer, some which have been entwined within the interiors of the five, cosy bar spaces.

10. Ichoume

4.5

Awesome(36)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Darling Quarter

Booked 8 times today

The name “Ichoume” comes from the address of this street. Ichoume is located on ‘1’ Harbour Street, Darling Quarter. That’s why we named the restaurant “Ichoume” (Choume is used for addresses in Japan. It's a way of breaking a municipality into districts. 丁目(Choume) is ‘city district’, so ‘1 choume’(Ichoume) is ‘1st [city] district’).The design concept of the restaurant is a hangout for adults.The menu is supervised by AKIKO ISHIKAWA, who has accumulated her career in many restaurants. The head chef is TOMOHIKO KIMURA . He specialises in Japanese - based cuisine with French techniques and flavours. SHINSUKE TODA is recognised among the best sushi chefs now working and is credited with techniques utilised in contemporary sushi and sashimi preparation.Hope you enjoy what we’ve made for you.Owner ARI K. & YUKI ISHIKAWA

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From verified diners like you

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Debbie
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The staff were so accommodating after we had to modify our booking about 5 times ! In addition staff were welcoming, friendly and efficient. The best service I have experienced for a long time & the food was also delicious and beautifully presented. Overall - fantastic !
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Abattoir BluesPrice: Moderate• Australian• Homebush
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4.6
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David
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Fantastic food and 10/10 service. Highly recommend. The outside seating has a great view.
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Bare WitnessPrice: Moderate• Café• Rhodes
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4.4
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Nicole
Sydney •1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Happy Hour Margaritas were fantastic!!! We would have liked to stay longer, but needed more food than what was on offer. Great location, attentive staff. We will be back.
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The Dancing BearPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Rhodes
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4.9
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Anna
Sydney •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 11, 2025
The staff are very friendly and the food was delicious
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Bistro 18 @ Strathfield Golf ClubPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Strathfield
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4.4
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Trish
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on Sep 13, 2024
We went to have dinner and see a band - Big Mama & The Charm Offensive. The band were absolutely outstanding, everyone was up dancing and it was a friendly, fun and fantastic night. We had pizza which was yummy, the staff were friendly and helpful, loved the pub itself. It was fabulous.
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The Balmain HotelPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Balmain
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4.4

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