The quality of a themed bar can vary greatly. A poorly themed bar can often feel cheap and tacky where the better ones have the power transport you to a completely different time or place.

The following five bars are some of the best themed bars that can be found across Sydney. Each offering something unique from each other and from everything else you’ll find in Sydney.

The Duke of Clarence, Sydney CBD

An authentic slice of 18^th century England located down a non-descript laneway in the heart of Sydney’s CBD.

Goros, Surry Hills

A neon-soaked slice of Japan featuring a menu full of Japanese staples and an extensive selection of Japanese beers, whiskies and sake.

Saga Bar, Chippendale

The exotic world of Saga Bar awaits the adventurous within the vine-covered temple walls of this hidden Chippendale bar.

Surly’s American Tavern, Surry Hills

Sydney’s best American themed bar serving classic American style food and drinks across two distinct levels covered from floor to ceiling in Americana.

Uncle Mings, Sydney CBD

A perfect fusion of a well-thought-out theme and an extensive range of Asian inspired food and drinks brings the world of 1920s Shanghai alive at Uncle Mings.