The graveyard: Wine bars in Sydney

These are the places that have permanently shut their doors but are still indexed on Google. A bittersweet archive of Wine bars in Sydney that used to be — sorted by how well-loved they were.

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#3

New York-style restaurant/cocktail bar featuring an Italian-American menu, plus DJs playing various musical genres on week nights.

4.50 (1K reviews)
$$$ $
Closed
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#4

Vizio Caffé e Cucina

Italian restaurant

Warm, easygoing eatery dishing out standard Italian fare from pasta to grilled meat & seafood.

4.40 (792 reviews)
$$ $$
Closed
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#5

Cosy restaurant/bar offering global fare, sharing plates & vegetarian options in an easygoing vibe.

4.50 (790 reviews)
$$$ $
Closed
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#7

Buffalo Dining Club

Italian restaurant

Cool, vintage-style eatery serving pasta and mozzarella-focused dishes from a cheese wheel.

4.50 (746 reviews)
$$ $$
Closed
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#10

Monopole

French restaurant

Modern European food, cheese platters and a 500-strong boutique wine list in an elegant atmosphere.

4.40 (528 reviews)
$$$ $
Closed
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#11

Little Jean

Australian restaurant

Light-filled, elegant cafe with modern decor, presenting gourmet brekkie and mains, plus local wine.

4.30 (527 reviews)
Closed
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#12

Da Vinci's Restaurant

Pizza restaurant

Trendy euro wine bar with modern-chic decor, dishing up French & other local favourites.

4.30 (517 reviews)
$$ $$
Closed
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#14

Hartsyard

Restaurant

A buzzy, neighbourhood eatery with a focus on vegetables, seafood & seasonal local produce.

4.30 (494 reviews)
Closed
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#17

Seasonal cocktails in a cosy, low-lit bar with distressed decor, bare lightbulbs and wall art.

4.70 (443 reviews)
$$ $$
Closed
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#18

Métisse Restaurant

Haute French restaurant

Airy, contemporary restaurant offering French-inspired fine dining, plus a wine list.

4.60 (398 reviews)
Closed
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#19

Button Bar

Cocktail bar

Quirky cocktails and bites in a snug, candlelit bar with nautical-chic decor and a relaxed vibe.

4.20 (395 reviews)
$$ $$
Closed
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#21

Nikkei Bar & Restaurant

Peruvian restaurant

Contemporary destination offering Japanese & Peruvian fusion, plus an extensive wine list.

4.60 (369 reviews)
Closed
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#27

Klink

Cafe

A hip coffee shop in a converted police station, for cappuccinos and single-origin espressos.

4.50 (268 reviews)
Closed
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#28

Rustic-chic, brick- & wood-lined hangout featuring burgers, jaffles & creative cocktails.

4.40 (264 reviews)
Closed
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#30

Wilhelmina's

Restaurant

Seasonal share plates & charcuterie pair with local wines in bohemian-chic digs with outdoor seats.

4.60 (246 reviews)
$$ $$
Closed
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#31

Port, sherry and share plates in a low-key bar with dark walls, retro furniture and red lanterns.

4.60 (240 reviews)
Closed
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#32

Upscale Modern Australian cuisine served in a light-filled, harbourside setting with deck seating.

4.20 (240 reviews)
$$$ $
Closed
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#38

Cocktails & Mediterranean dishes offered in an old-world setting with Chesterfield couches.

4.60 (191 reviews)
Closed

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