About Knox St Bar

Knox St Bar is a hotel and pub located at 21 Shepherd St, Chippendale NSW 2008. An underground sanctuary for arts, music, and craft drinks. No gaming machines are recorded for this venue. It is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 214 Google reviews. A food and drinks menu is listed below.

An underground sanctuary for arts, music, and craft drinks

Located in the creative hub of Chippendale, Knox St Bar is a quirky, basement-style venue known for its industrial-chic aesthetic and eclectic atmosphere. The venue features a blend of recycled timber, vintage decor, and neon lighting, serving as a prominent space for Sydney’s alternative arts scene. It offers a curated selection of craft beers, signature cocktails, and a rotating schedule of live performances.

What Knox St Bar offers

Bar

Establishment

Events

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Knox St Bar location and map

Opening times

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
5:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Saturday
5:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Sunday
Closed

Frequently asked questions about Knox St Bar

Where is Knox St Bar located?

Knox St Bar is located at 21 Shepherd St, Chippendale NSW 2008. It is a hotel and pub in the suburb of Chippendale, New South Wales.

What are the opening hours of Knox St Bar?

Knox St Bar opening hours: Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: Closed; Friday: 5:30 PM to 12:00 AM; Saturday: 5:30 PM to 12:00 AM; Sunday: Closed. Hours can change on public holidays, so check with the venue before visiting.

Does Knox St Bar have pokies?

No gaming machines are recorded for Knox St Bar in the NSW gaming machine register, so it is a venue without pokies.

Does Knox St Bar serve food?

Yes. Knox St Bar serves food and its menu with prices is listed on this page. Kitchen hours may differ from the venue opening hours.

Does Knox St Bar have a bar?

Yes. Knox St Bar holds a NSW liquor hotel licence and serves alcoholic drinks at the bar.

How is Knox St Bar rated?

Knox St Bar is rated 4.5 out of 5 based on 214 Google reviews.

Which venues are near Knox St Bar?

Licensed venues close to Knox St Bar include The Abercrombie Hotel, The Rose Hotel, Off Broadway Hotel, The Glebe Hotel. See the nearby venues list on this page for distances and details.

WHAT WE OFFER

Bar Services & Facilities

Dining & Bars

The Main Bar

A well-stocked bar specializing in independent craft beers, Australian wines, and creative house cocktails with a focus on local ingredients.

Knox St Kitchen

Features a menu of handmade dumplings and Asian-inspired snacks designed for sharing in a casual lounge setting.

Entertainment & Leisure

Live Performance Stage

The basement stage hosts a diverse range of local indie bands, acoustic sets, and experimental musicians throughout the week.

Cabaret and Comedy Nights

Regularly scheduled events featuring burlesque, stand-up comedy, poetry slams, and immersive cabaret performances.

Family Features

Unknown

The venue is primarily an adult-oriented bar and performance space; specific family or child-friendly amenities are not advertised.

Functions & Events

Full Venue Hire

The entire basement space is available for private bookings, including birthday parties, product launches, and film shoots, with a capacity of approximately 100 guests.

Event Coordination

In-house support for arranging technical requirements for performances, including sound engineering and lighting for private events.

Amenities & Services

Proximity to Transit

Conveniently located within a short walking distance from Central Station and Redfern Station.

Atmospheric Design

The venue is recognized for its unique interior design utilizing upcycled materials and industrial elements.

Knox St Bar reviews

5 Star Review by Pablo non Picasso

A mix of bar specials, standards and other drinks... even 0% alcohol, in an eclectic subterranean environment that is a bar. Cool! I had a Golden Boy, three rum mix with ginger, cinnamon sugar flamed and other components. Very tasty!

5 Star Review by Jet

Amazing range of cocktails, great sound, eclectic decor, honestly I couldnt imagine it getting any better. Highly recommend the Whiskey Sour which has a generous serving of fresh honeycomb from their own bees, or the This is my Jam with candied watermelon!! yum!! Cant wait to return

5 Star Review by Michael Bortolotti

This place is amazing. So unexpected. Definitely not your average neighbourhood bar (that's a good thing).

5 Star Review by James Pickup

Great small bar with lots of character, a lot of effort has gone in the decorations. Has a large on tap beer selection and plenty of cocktail variations to try. I would definitely come back.

5 Star Review by Mathias Agu

I was fortunate enough to meet Presley at the bar tonight. She was incredible. Hands down the most personable waitress I have had the privilege of meeting. This is a great venue, but this lady is great at her job and makes it that much easier to thoroughly enjoy yourself on a night out. If the owners are reading this, shes your backbone, cherish her :)

5 Star Review by Mark Hughes

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5 Star Review by T Douangphoumy

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5 Star Review by Code GG

Vry bussing bar, the wheel of fate or drinks is an amazing feature

5 Star Review by IcySaracen

Miles is an awesome bartender. He can rock a good damn old fashion!