Xin Bar

A sparkly and seductive addition to Darlinghurst's diverse dining and cocktail scene, Xin Bar is offering a touch of Asian magic and mysticism for those who crave something different.

Xin Bar isn't content to do things like everyone else. Indeed, their interior and lighting designer has infused the whole venue with drama and showstopping elements for a truly dynamic destination. Let's start with the bar that is lit from below to isolate it from the rest of the dining area whilst vintage mirrors, rich wallpapers, oak furniture and shelves dedicated to gleaming Sake bottles afford Xin Bar an aged and sophisticated vibe.

They might be cocktail specialists, but that hasn't stopped them from curating a selection of Asian tapas to share. The plates might be small, but they're big on flavour, so have your fill of crispy karaage chicken, chicken balls with a generous douse of delicious teriyaki sauce and a mix of Asian sausages to pair with your first round of drinks. Such a condensed menu means that you can try most of it with relative ease, so don't hold back!

After these eats, there's nothing left but to sample more of their cocktail menu. Armed with plenty of specialties designed with Asian flavours and ingredients in mind, these are guaranteed to put a spring into your step before you take on more of Darlinghurst.