Kings Cross area guide

Restaurants, bars, shops and events in Kings Cross
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Yep, it's still sleazy (oh, Porkys, never leave us!). And it's a helluva rowdy ride on a Saturday night. But we here at Time Out can't break it off with the 'Cross.

Old favourite, Hugo's will do you too. Cocktail lovers rave about Eau de Vie, and rightfully so - the bar tucked inside the Kirketon should be on everyone's Sydney bucket list. The Rooseveltshows there's more to the Cross's drinking culture than stumbly blokes in tight tees.

Theatre, you say? Well, Griffin at the Stable Theatres is probably the most exciting play-making company in Sydney. History, you want? It's everywhere. But do join us in a moment of silence for the Oporto on the corner of Victoria Road and Craigend Street.

The best restaurants and bars in Kings Cross

Paradise
Bars

Paradise

  • 5 out of 5 stars
Combining Potts Point cool with big European energy, you'll be in paradise at this new wine bar from the Fratelli Paradiso and 10 William St team
Yellow
Restaurants

Yellow

  • 5 out of 5 stars
  • price 3 of 4
No animals were harmed in the making of this incredible tasting menu
Franca
Restaurants

Franca

  • price 2 of 4
A long lunch can easily stretch into aperitivo hour at revamped Potts Point fave, Franca
Dear Sainte Éloise
Bars

Dear Sainte Éloise

  • 4 out of 5 stars
  • price 2 of 4
Ask and ye shall receive a laneway wine bar packed full of delicious drops at prices that won’t make you wince

Some other venues in Kings Cross

Showgirls
Sex and dating

Showgirls

Would it be impolite to describe this as the Grande Dame of the Cross? Showgirls has long been a Darlinghurst Road landmark with a huge stage, well-appointed...
Fitness First
Sport and fitness

Fitness First

Fitness First Kings Cross Platinum is a little bit bougie