About Artwork in Progress
Artwork in Progress is a hotel and pub located at 46-52 King St, Sydney NSW 2000. A dynamic multi-level creative space and arts venue. The venue has 24 approved gaming machines (pokies). It is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 272 Google reviews. Food is served at the venue. Phone: (02) 9114 7320.
A dynamic multi-level creative space and arts venue
Located at 252 Cleveland Street in Surry Hills, Artwork in Progress (AWIP) is an evolving creative hub managed by Solotel. Housed in a heritage building, it functions as a multidisciplinary space that blends contemporary art, performance, and nightlife, offering a unique platform for emerging and established artists in the heart of Sydney.
What Artwork in Progress offers
Restaurant
Food served
Bar
24 Gaming machines
Establishment
Events
Open now
Artwork in Progress location and map
Opening times
Frequently asked questions about Artwork in Progress
Where is Artwork in Progress located?
Artwork in Progress is located at 46-52 King St, Sydney NSW 2000. It is a hotel and pub in the suburb of Sydney, New South Wales.
What are the opening hours of Artwork in Progress?
Artwork in Progress opening hours: Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 12:00 to 11:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 to 11:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 to 11:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM; Saturday: 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM; Sunday: Closed. Hours can change on public holidays, so check with the venue before visiting.
Does Artwork in Progress have pokies?
Yes. Artwork in Progress has 24 gaming machines (pokies) approved under its NSW hotel licence.
Does Artwork in Progress serve food?
Yes. Artwork in Progress serves food. Kitchen hours may differ from the venue opening hours.
Does Artwork in Progress have a bar?
Yes. Artwork in Progress holds a NSW liquor hotel licence and serves alcoholic drinks at the bar.
What is the phone number for Artwork in Progress?
You can phone Artwork in Progress on (02) 9114 7320.
How is Artwork in Progress rated?
Artwork in Progress is rated 4.5 out of 5 based on 272 Google reviews.
Which venues are near Artwork in Progress?
Licensed venues close to Artwork in Progress include Forbes Tavern Hotel, Kent St. Hotel, Combined Services RSL Club Co Operative Ltd, Hotel CBD. See the nearby venues list on this page for distances and details.
Progress Services & Facilities
Dining & Bars
AWIP Bar
A social space within the venue serving a curated selection of beers, wines, and spirits during exhibition hours and special events.
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Entertainment & Leisure
Art Exhibitions
Rotating showcases of contemporary, experimental, and multidisciplinary art from local and international artists.
Live Music and DJ Sets
Regular evening programming featuring electronic, house, and experimental music performances often tied to exhibition launches.
Performance Art
Live artistic activations and performance pieces that utilize the building's various rooms and levels.
Family Features
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The venue is primarily oriented toward arts and nightlife; specific family features are Unknown.
Functions & Events
Creative Workshop Spaces
Flexible rooms available for artists and creators to host workshops, collaborative sessions, or small-scale events.
Gallery and Performance Hire
Multi-level spaces available for private launches, creative brand activations, and large-scale artistic performances.
Amenities & Services
Heritage Building Layout
A multi-level layout within an older building; accessibility to upper floors may be limited for those with mobility issues.
Public Transport Access
Conveniently located near Central Station and major bus routes along Cleveland Street and Elizabeth Street.
Our Food & Drinks Menu
Unfortunately, this venue does not currently have a food menu available.
Venue owners/licencees should contact our customer support for inclusion.
Artwork in Progress reviews
4 Star Review by Jenny
Good place to come in a larger group setting so you can try multiple things. Its almost like yum cha but not. The vibe of the place was almost like a modern, artsy, alternative white washed Chinese bar. There were all these retro posters/artworks on the walls, almost like you were in a London graffiti tunnel. The seats were quite tightly packed in and it was a little difficult to get around! This is a merivale restaurant, so expect merivale prices - the serving sizes were quite small (and most dishes were dumplings, so best to come in a group of 4, or multiples of 4). I tried the scallop and prawn shu mai, prawn har gau, wild mushroom dumpling, chicken and chive dumpling, and the cuttlefish fried rice. Apparently the pork xiao long baos were also quite nice, but the steamed buns werent popular amongst the group! The staff were super friendly and on it with the water refills and serving speed. The food was good, but serving size (relative to price) was probably a bit small / expensive (particularly the fried rice!)
3 Star Review by Laurence
The food portions were so small, I was a bit disappointed- especially for the price you pay. The ambiance was very nice tho and I would potentially come back for drinks! The service was also great.
3 Star Review by Michael Helms
$50 for 4 dumplings and 6 little fried entree pieces. Tasted fine but not worth $50.
4 Star Review by Mafalda Ramos
The ambient was really good and the food was also really tasty. However the portions were small, mainly considering their price.
3 Star Review by Andrew Crowe
Food and vibe was great but we didn't have the best dining experience with a 45m wait for our drinks and food to arrive. Noticed other diners that arrived later than us getting their food so had to prompt the staff to check on the status of the order. Might have been due to confusion from having both digital and physical ordering options. Aside from that though the pork buns and dumplings were really good!
5 Star Review by Justine
Delicious food and great friendly service. Empty plates were cleared very quickly. Cool space.
3 Star Review by Craig Leech
Dumplings are wayyyy over priced. Marivale can price a bit lower and let us stay longer
5 Star Review by Manar Alsaif
Great food, nice atmosphere, friendly service. Recommend!
2 Star Review by Sidney Terbrueggen
Super small portions, medium food quality, very expensive. You'd have to order 4 dishes to make it a proper meal. Wouldn't eat here again.
4 Star Review by Larissa Fellegger
Delicious food with a few vegan options! A bit pricey for pretty small portions though and the music was so loud it was hard to talk. But the atmosphere and decor was really nice :)