About The Captain's Balcony
The Captain's Balcony is a hotel and pub located at 46 Erskine St, Sydney NSW 2000. An intimate multi-level whiskey and cocktail sanctuary. No gaming machines are recorded for this venue. It is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 600 Google reviews. A food and drinks menu is listed below. Phone: (02) 9299 3526.
An intimate multi-level whiskey and cocktail sanctuary
Located on Erskine Street in Sydney's CBD, The Captain's Balcony is a nautical-themed small bar housed in a narrow heritage building. Spread across three distinct levels, it offers a rustic and industrial atmosphere featuring exposed brick and timber. The venue is renowned for its extensive whiskey collection, craft spirits, and a relaxed vibe that transitions from a professional after-work haunt to a vibrant evening social spot.
What The Captain's Balcony offers
Restaurant
Food served
Bar
Night club
Establishment
Events
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The Captain's Balcony location and map
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Frequently asked questions about The Captain's Balcony
Where is The Captain's Balcony located?
The Captain's Balcony is located at 46 Erskine St, Sydney NSW 2000. It is a hotel and pub in the suburb of Sydney, New South Wales.
What are the opening hours of The Captain's Balcony?
The Captain's Balcony opening hours: Monday: 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM; Tuesday: 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM; Wednesday: 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM; Thursday: 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM; Friday: 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM; Saturday: 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM; Sunday: Closed. Hours can change on public holidays, so check with the venue before visiting.
Does The Captain's Balcony have pokies?
No gaming machines are recorded for The Captain's Balcony in the NSW gaming machine register, so it is a venue without pokies.
Does The Captain's Balcony serve food?
Yes. The Captain's Balcony serves food and its menu with prices is listed on this page. Kitchen hours may differ from the venue opening hours.
Does The Captain's Balcony have a bar?
Yes. The Captain's Balcony holds a NSW liquor hotel licence and serves alcoholic drinks at the bar.
What is the phone number for The Captain's Balcony?
You can phone The Captain's Balcony on (02) 9299 3526.
How is The Captain's Balcony rated?
The Captain's Balcony is rated 4.5 out of 5 based on 600 Google reviews.
Which venues are near The Captain's Balcony?
Licensed venues close to The Captain's Balcony include Wynyard Hotel, The Office Hotel, Occidental Hotel, Bristol Arms Retro Tavern. See the nearby venues list on this page for distances and details.
Balcony Services & Facilities
Dining & Bars
The Main Bar
Specializes in an extensive range of Japanese, Scottish, and Australian whiskeys, alongside craft beers and signature cocktails. The food menu focuses on high-quality bar snacks, sliders, tacos, and hearty burgers.
Entertainment & Leisure
Whiskey Tastings
Curated whiskey flights and guided tasting sessions showcasing various regions and flavor profiles, available for groups or individuals.
Happy Hour
Regularly scheduled afternoon specials on house spirits, wines, and select craft beers.
Live DJs
Occasional DJ sets on weekend evenings providing a mix of soul, funk, and upbeat lounge music.
Family Features
Unknown
As a licensed small bar specializing in spirits, the venue is primarily tailored for adults and does not advertise specific family or children's facilities.
Functions & Events
Level 1 and Level 2 Hire
Private spaces available for corporate functions, birthday parties, and social mixers. Each level offers a different mood, with the top level providing a more secluded 'balcony' feel.
Event Catering
Offers customizable food and beverage packages for private bookings, including canapé menus and platter options.
Amenities & Services
Accessibility
The ground floor bar is accessible from street level; however, upper levels are accessed via stairs which may limit access for those with mobility impairments.
Online Reservations
Table and function bookings can be made through their digital platforms for groups of various sizes.
Our Food & Drinks Menu
* Please note that all images are for illustration purposes only and actual serving will vastly differ.
The Captain's Balcony reviews
5 Star Review by Tom Rothwell
Great starters, was a hit with everyone. Very tasty burger i left beyond full. Cant go past their whiskey selections just a shame they're on the expensive side.
5 Star Review by Unnie Z
A small and cozy bar with friendly staff. I booked in advance and mentioned that we have a group of 12 and would prefer the balcony room with access to the balcony. When we arrive on the day, the venue is ready and arranged nicely. The cocktails are lovely and so is the food. Highly recommend for event with small group or just casual Friday drinks after work. Will definitely come back!
3 Star Review by Jackson Brummell
Came as an event with a booking of 20 people. The staff was quite friendly to begin with while it was quiet and the cocktails were lovely, albeit expensive. However, once everyone arrived for our event booking the staffs patience quickly waned. Although the food tasted nice the kitchen clearly consists only of a toaster and a deep fryer as apart from the quite bare salads there is not a single item on the menu that is not fried. The place is nice and has potential with some very nice whiskey but I don't see much reason to here again over the many cocktail bars that neighbour it in the CBD. Potentially once staff shortages ease up in Sydney I may visit again.
2 Star Review by Michael Collins
Reasonably priced, tasty cocktails. Great layout with multiple bars over the 3 levels. Decor looks great but theres little to no ambience or character. It was an uncomfortable experience, especially as someone with familiarity in the industry, seeing the manager micromanage and reprimand bar staff who were doing a perfectly good job in front of the customers. For an intimate venue, it misses the mark which is a shame given the potential.
5 Star Review by Patrick Burgess
Fantastic venue, we booked for a private event, staff could not have been more accommodating. Highly recommended.
5 Star Review by Mahesh Pathak
What a great cozy place for drinks!! You can find the variety of aged whiskies.. Also friendly and welcoming staffs who always look after you!! Been there a few times and cant stop going there after work Definitely worth popping in guys!!
4 Star Review by Vib Chakraborty
Good burgers and beer options. They do lunch specials.
5 Star Review by Nicole Brown
Beautiful boutique whiskey bar with some awesome drinks on the menu. Fabulous service!
1 Star Review by Sarah Fox
Very rude staff, customer service was terrible and prices are above normal.
5 Star Review by Casper C
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