Where to celebrate World Margarita Day in Sydney

You’ve come to the right place if you’re wondering where to drink for International Margarita Day in Sydney.

Did you ever think the unfailingly simple build of Tequila, triple sec and lime juice would go on to become one of the most popular cocktails of all time? Us neither.

The humble margarita has been a go-to for decades, not only reliably delicious and refreshing but also deceptively strong and (relatively) healthy. Many different versions of the adaptable drink have popped up over the years from various fruit margaritas to the nectar-loving Tommy’s Margarita.

Best bars to celebrate Margarita Week in Sydney

1. Felons Manly, Manly

Waterside gem Felons Manly is the place to be if you want a breezy margarita session while cosying up to one of the best views in Sydney. The brewpub is going all out for its multi-day margfest, kicking off on Thursday, February 20 and running up until Sunday, March 2.

The extended celebration means you’ll have more chances to see Felons Manly in full festive mode with dishes inspired by Mexico City, a menu of classic and experimental margaritas, and DJ sets at the official Patron Silver pop-up. The occasion also brings back Felons’ popular Paloma Sour Ale infused with fresh grapefruit, which would pair beautifully with some grilled tiger prawn tacos.

Not that you’ll need another reason to get involved, but you’ll also get a good chance to win a few prizes over the next few days, including a three-night stay at the lavish Manly Pacific Hotel, a $500 Felons Manly gift voucher, and a $500 Hugo’s gift voucher.

Where: Felons Manly, East Esplanade, Manly Wharf, NSW
When: Thursday, February 20 – Sunday, March 2

2. Shell House Sydney, CBD

Head to the top floor of Shell House to find the mega venue’s one-day-only Margarita party. Pencilled in for Saturday, February 22 (which is International Margarita Day), Sky Bar will be pumping out $15 Don Julio margaritas all day as well as $5 tuna tacos while the rooftop space shakes with beats by DJ Tourist, Estee Louder and U Know.

Where: 37 Margaret St, Sydney NSW 2000
When: Saturday, February 22

3. Hotel Harry, Surry Hills

Surry Hills favourite Hotel Harry is getting on the agave-flavoured action this weekend with its own World Margarita Day celebration. The bar will be slinging $15 margaritas all day, with three different versions—Tommy’s, Spicy Mango and Passionfruit—available. Then you’ve got $5 tacos to help you find the perfect pair, with all kinds including chicken al pastor, pumpkin mole and fried fish tacos. To help it all go down even smoother, Hotel Harry will also be hosting vinyl aficionado Foxy Fuzz and bar regulars Freda and U Know.

Where: 40/44 Wentworth Ave, Surry Hills NSW 2010
When: Saturday, February 22

4. Bondi Pavilion, Bondi Beach

Celebrate International Margarita Day by day drinking right by Bondi Beach. Head on up to Bondi Pavilion’s rooftop bar to find a pop-up from Patron Tequila, which has partnered with Upstairs x Glory Days to bring a bit of Mexico over to Australia’s most emblematic beach. Think Mexican snacks like tuna tostadas, offered alongside a menu of margaritas including hot honey and peach, rockmelon and coconut, the classic Tommy’s twist, and a frozen version.

This February 22nd, there’s no better place to raise a glass for International Margarita Day than Bondi Pavilion’s stunning rooftop bar. PATRÓN Tequila has partnered the Upstairs x Glory Days space to bring the flavours of Mexico to Bondi with ice-cold margaritas, refreshing cocktails, and delicious Mexican-inspired snacks.

Where: Queen Elizabeth Dr, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
When: Saturday, February 22

5. The Village Inn, Paddington

This charming neighbourhood pub in Paddington knows that margarita day celebrations are best kept simple. How simple? Well, there’ll be no overblown decorations, you’ve still got the usual pub menu, and there isn’t any special menu on offer. But the bar will be slinging $10 margaritas and yuzu margaritas all day, which is really all you need to get into the spirit.

Where: 9-11 Glenmore Rd, Paddington NSW 2021
When: Saturday, February 22

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