Cheers to Monica

— the original spirited social butterfly.

An eclectic rooftop bar in Sydney serving up sunset drinks, specialist cocktails, and casual sharing plates. Monica is a design destination in the heart of Paddington for relaxed vibes and live music that captures the rhythm of modern Sydney through a cinematic, Hollywood-inspired filter.

Reservations

We are a majority walk in venue. We do take limited reservations for 2 or more from Monday to Thursday and a few bookings for groups of 8 or more from Friday to Sunday. Walk on in.

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A warm, golden sunset filters through striped awnings, overlooking a cityscape with distant buildings and lush greenery, creating a serene atmosphere.

Tray of colorful cocktails with garnishes held on a sunny rooftop patio, city skyline in background, conveying a lively and elegant atmosphere.

Drinks & Food

Gather your friends, put date night in the diary or plan a party.
From midday to midnight enjoy share-style plates and cocktails against a laidback yet buzzy atmosphere.

Drinks

Food

Private Events

Monica hosts group bookings, unforgettable parties and celebrations, and lively private events at one of Sydney’s most sought-after rooftop bars. For events and groups over 20 or more guests, please reach out to the team.

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A DJ wearing headphones mixes music on a rooftop, surrounded by bottles and wine glasses against a cityscape backdrop under a clear sky.

Pour Decisions

at Monica

An excuse to stretch the evening a bit longer and get out mid-week. Settle in and make some pours decisions at Monica, Monday to Thursday from 5pm – 7pm.

Monica offers a selected menu featuring $15 beverages, including the Preacher Hot Chocolate, Guinness, Bloody Shiraz Spritz, Rhubarb and Grapefruit Paloma, as well as a special snack menu with three oysters for $15, the Monica burger for $15 and the Soy Cured Tuna and Westholme Wagyu Tartare for $10.

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Gallery

Take in sweeping rooftop views across Paddington and the Sydney skyline, from golden hour through to late night or check out our food and drinks, which are perfect for sharing with your loved ones.