Things to Do in Surry Hills, Sydney A mix of historic terrace houses and modern architecture, with Crown Street as its main thoroughfare lined with cafes, restaurants, and boutique shops. The area is home to the Brett Whiteley Studio and the Belvoir Street Theatre.
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House of Priscilla ★ 4.7 · 146
A costume shop on Oxford Street, known for its vast selection of costumes and accessories, including drag and Las Vegas showgirl outfits for purchase and rental.
Mon–Wed 10 AM – 6 PM
Thu 10 AM – 8 PM
Fri 10 AM – 6 PM
Sat 10 AM – 4 PM
Sun Closed
Formaggi Ocello ★ 4.7 · 275
Mon–Tue Closed
Wed–Fri 10 AM – 5 PM
Sat 9 AM – 4 PM
Sun 10 AM – 2 PM Where to eat & drink in Surry Hills
Single O Surry Hills ★ 4.5 · 3.3k· A$20–40
Bustling streetside cafe prepping freshly roasted coffee & seasonal bites in cool surrounds.
Mon–Fri 7 AM – 3:30 PM
Sat 8 AM – 3 PM
Sun 8 AM – 3 PM
Nomad Sydney ★ 4.6 · 2.9k· A$80–200
Upbeat restaurant in a converted warehouse serving contemporary cuisine with Middle Eastern accents.
Mon–Tue 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Wed–Thu 12 PM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Fri 12 PM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 10 PM
Sat 12 PM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM
Sun 12 PM – 2:30 PM
Four Ate Five ★ 4.5 · 932· A$20–40
Easygoing, snug café with outdoor seating fixing up diverse brekkies, sandwiches & burgers.
Mon–Fri 7 AM – 2:30 PM
Sat 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Sun 8 AM – 2:30 PM
The Rover ★ 4.7 · 1.2k· A$20–40
Bustling neighbourhood cocktail bar serving creative drinks, freshly shucked oysters & a selection of burgers.
Mon–Fri 4 PM – 12 AM
Sat 3 PM – 12 AM
Sun Closed
Shift Eatery ★ 4.8 · 1.3k· A$20–40
Unfussy vegan eatery with sandwiches, salads & bowls, plus smoothies, sweets & all-day breakfast.
Every day 8 AM – 3 PM
Innit Cafe and Bar ★ 4.9 · 560
Mon–Fri 7 AM – 4 PM
Sat 8 AM – 3 PM
Sun 8 AM – 3 PM
Jibbicoffee Roasters ★ 4.8 · 857· A$1–20
Mon–Fri 7:30 AM – 4 PM
Sat 8 AM – 4 PM
Sun Closed
Café Tanja ★ 4.9 · 495· A$20–40
Mon–Tue Closed
Wed–Thu 6 PM – 10 PM
Fri 12 PM – 3 PM, 6 PM – 10 PM
Sat 12 PM – 3 PM, 6 PM – 10 PM
Sun 11 AM – 3 PM
Lode Pies & Pastries Surry Hills ★ 4.6 · 1.0k· A$1–20
Every day 8 AM – 3 PM
Lavie & Belle Bakery Surry Hills ★ 4.7 · 607· A$1–20
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 6:30 AM – 3 PM
Sat 6:30 AM – 3 PM
Sun 7 AM – 3 PM
The Winery ★ 4.5 · 3.5k· A$80–100
Laneway wine bar serving Modern Australian food, with stylish bohemian decor and outdoor seating.
Mon–Thu 12 PM – 11 PM
Fri 12 PM – 12 AM
Sat 12 PM – 12 AM
Sun 12 PM – 11 PM
Lokal ★ 4.9 · 441· $40-120
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 5 PM – 10 PM
Sat 12:30 PM – 10 PM
Sun Closed
Li'l Darlin Surry Hills ★ 4.6 · 1.5k· A$20–60
Convivial locale serving inventive cocktails and wooden boards topped with gourmet pizzas and tapas.
Mon Closed
Tue–Thu 12 PM – 10 PM
Fri 12 PM – 12 AM
Sat 12 PM – 12 AM
Sun Closed
Tippled Cocktail Classes ★ 5.0 · 143· A$80–100
Mon–Fri Closed
Sat 6 PM – 8 PM
Sun Closed Planning time in Surry Hills?
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