Welcome to Kinselas – one of Sydney’s most iconic and historic pubs, right in the heart of Darlinghurst. Originally built as a funeral parlour and home to Charles Kinsela's business from 1933 to 1982, this art deco gem now boasts vibrant social spaces that celebrate its unique history. The stunning Chapel Bar, with its soaring ceilings and classic art deco features, offers a captivating experience unlike any other Sydney pub. Step in to discover a venue where heritage meets a lively atmosphere – perfect for everything from casual drinks to unforgettable nights out.

BISTRO

Experience the fresh flavours of our bistro menu, available daily for lunch and dinner. With options that celebrate pub classics and local ingredients, Kinselas invites you to enjoy a delicious meal in a warm, welcoming setting.

Our bistro is open for lunch and dinner every day.

Sunday to Wednesday
Lunch 12pm - 3pm
Dinner 5pm - 8pm

Thursday to Saturday
Lunch 12pm - 3pm
Dinner 5pm - 9:30pm

Bistro Menu

WHAT'S ON

$1 Pool All day Every Day

Can't get better than that?

Stand Up Comedy in The Basement

Kinselas is proud to present iD Comedy Club in THE BASEMENT!

Toddle on through Kinselas' "Iconic" Chapel Bar (ground level) and down to The Basement for some "side-splitting laughs" from the nations best and brightest comedians!

Standup, Comedy shows, Musicals (Ahem! IYKYK!!) and all the giggles in between!

A variety of EARLY AND LATE shows EVERY Friday & Saturday night (and some special dates TBA!)

Pre-purchase your tickets through Stand Up Sydney, with options for group discounts!

Let the Laughs roll xo

SHOW TIMES & TICKETS MORE INFO

The Hottest Happy Hour

Start the night right at Kinselas with
$6 House Drinks 7-9pm Every Day of the Week!*

*excludes Public Holidays

$15 Pub Classics EVERYDAY

Available during kitchen operating hours everyday.

Sun - Wed
Lunch 12pm - 3pm
Dinner 5pm - 8pm

Thu - Sun
Lunch 12pm - 3pm
Dinner 5pm - 9.30pm

-Chicken Schnitzel
-Fish n Chips
-Chicken Caesar Salad
-Classic Beef Burger
-250G Rump Steak
-Falafel Burger

Limited Time Only
*Public Holiday Surgcharge Applies*

MORE INFO

CHAPEL DJ's

Join our Chapel Bar DJ's EVERY Friday & Saturday night as they take you on a journey of pop classics, dancefloor fillers and club anthems with special guest performers!

8pm - 2am | Chapel Bar (Ground Level), Kinselas

$1 Arcade Games

All day, every day

Jackie Daniels Trivia

Pull up a pew in Kinselas' decadent Chapel Bar (Ground Floor)
Exercise and flex that big ole muscle (No! The other muscle)
with Jackie Daniels Trivia!

Book a table or just walk in and join the fun/frivolity
and a chance to win a $100 Major Prize!
Every Thursday from 7.30pm.

Proudly sponsored by Flirt Adult Store, Darlinghurst.

MORE INFO

$1 POOL ALL DAY EVERY DAY

STAND UP COMEDY IN THE BASEMENT

THE HOTTEST HAPPY HOUR

$15 PUB CLASSICS EVERYDAY

CHAPEL DJ'S

$1 ARCADE GAMES

JACKIE DANIELS TRIVIA

PROUD 24/7

¡ESCÁNDALO! - MARDI GRAS

EVENT DETAILS
¡ESCÁNDALO! – Sydney’s BIGGEST Queer Latinx Party is back, and we’re making history as the FIRST Latinx party on the official Mardi Gras program!

Get ready to lose yourself in a wild, heart-pounding night of pure Latinx magic—fierce Drag performances, explosive beats, and all the hits you crave from Shakira, Karol G, Bad Bunny, and more. It’s going to be caliente!

Everyone’s invited—queer, allies, friends—come and feel the love. This isn’t just a party, it’s a full-blown celebration of identity, diversity, and joy that will light up your soul.

Our DJs are set to ignite the dance floor with non-stop Reggaeton and Latin anthems, keeping the vibe sizzling until the early hours.

Join the ultimate fiesta—a familia of love, acceptance, and passion for Latinx culture. Don’t miss out on the sweat, the beats, and the pure ESCÁNDALO energy!

TICKETS SELLING FAST!!!MORE INFO

CLUB ARAK - Mardi Gras

Club Arak is back for Mardi Gras.

Arab music for queers of all colour since 2002 habibs.

A safe place for Arab queers, their lovers and friends to celebrate our music, culture, resistance and existence.

Prepare to Sweat!

TICKETS SELLING FAST!!!

Dykadellic - Mardi Gras

Travel through time and space. Join us to start your Mardi Gras weekend early.

Check out our Dating Game.

DJs

Sveta
Estee Louder
and many more to be announced.

Spectacular go-go and pole dancers.

A safe and inclusive space for lesbian, trans, queer, genderqueer people, and their allies. We welcome everyone who embraces love, diversity, and self-expression.

Entry into any Dykadellic event is subject to our Code of Conduct.

18+ - bring ID please.

Mob, BIPOC, companion card holders, concession, low income earners please message @dykadellic on IG for discounted tickets.

Lineup subject to change.

Dykadellic acknowledges the traditional owners and custodians of the land on which we party. We pay respect to elders past, present and emerging, and recognise their connection to the land. Sovereignty was never ceded.

TICKETS SELLING FAST!!!MORE INFO

Peacock - Gay / Queer Strip Club - Mardi Gras Edition

"If the STRAIGHTS have it, why can't we?!"

Welcome to Peacock, Sydney's immersive Gay/Queer Strip Club & Dance Party!

We know you have a BIG weekend ahead for MARDI GRAS, so we are starting and finishing early, to ensure you get your beauty sleep! But... You can be sure to expect all

Join the spectacle as a voyeur - Wing It Ticket
Get Involved with your tipping $$$.
Or settle in for a cheeky VIP experience for those feeling a little frisky.

Follow the link for the "nitty gritty" details & we'll see you on the floor to shake a tail feather with us! x

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Dykadellic - Dating Game!

Looking for dates? Looking for mates?

Come and meet the most queer women, trans and non-binary folk you've ever seen in one dating event.

Ready for something a little different? We’re shaking things up—no speed dating this time! Instead, we've teamed up with a matchmaking genius, who, with the help of their squad of relationship scientists, created a matching algorithm that’s as smart as it is playful.

This isn't about surface-level stuff like “Blondes or brunettes?”; “Femme or butch?”— we’re diving into the deep end with what truly matters.

Will this be love at first sight? Maybe! Maybe not! But you will be paired with someone who sees the world the way you do. And you'll have a chance to chat with a bunch of new people too. Read more about it here.

If speed dating’s too speedy for you, but you're not into wandering a room full of strangers, this might be your jam.

6.30pm - Check in, grab a drink, mingle and chat.

7.00pm - "If You Are The One" - Host Andi will present this hilarious dating game, with prizes up for grabs.

7.40pm - Break to mingle and chat.

8.00pm - The group activity you didn't know you needed - think competitive, think life drawing, think play dough... we've already said too much.

8.30pm - Matches revealed, mingle, and join the Dykadellic party. One ticket’s all you need!

Please note that Dykadellic Dance Party and Dating Game tickets are non-refundable. If you’ve already snapped up a ticket to the party and want to upgrade it to a Dating Game ticket, please message @dykadellic on IG before you pay. If you've doubled up, no refunds can be offered.

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE - BOOK NOW!MORE INFO

QUEER SKETCH CLUB

Hosted by local legend and queer artist, Guy James Whitworth!

Queer Sketch Club is your fortnightly flex in fine-artistry, pressing the proverbial pen (or charcoal) to paper to capture our exquisite LIVE models, as drawn by YOU!

NEXT SESSIONS (Fortnightly)
Wednesday 29th January
Wednesday 12th February
Wednesday 26th February
Wednesday 12th March

MARDI GRAS!!!!! Fun Things Lined up - WATCH THIS SPACE!

Where : Kinselas - Basement
When : 6:45pm - 9pm
Please ensure you arrive early! On-Time is Late!

Doors will close promptly at 7pm out of respect for our Model.

$20 (includes paper and charcoal, or BYO art supplies)

Limited spots available per sessions.

For more information contact you're future Queer Sketch Club Instructor via Instagram or follow the ticket link to book your spot!

@guyjameswhitworth