Kinselas

Kinselas Kinselas is a historic pub and restaurant located in the heart of Sydney's Taylor Square. With its ornate art deco ceilings, this former funeral parlour is a striking tribute to its past, boasting notable chefs such as Tony Bilson and Tetsuya Wakuda. Today, Kinselas is known for its friendly atmosphere and welcoming vibe, making it a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike. Located on Bourke Street, Kinselas is the perfect spot for a night out in Darlinghurst.
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09/09/2026

Thursdays belong to the icon that is Jackie Daniels ๐Ÿ’‹ Weโ€™ve been completely packed out for Trivia the past few weeks, so get your tables booked today ๐Ÿค“โœจ

06/09/2026

Congratulations - youโ€™re the new Reel victim. ๐Ÿคช๐ŸŽฅ

04/09/2026

Behind the scenes of our camp new menu launch ๐Ÿ’…๐Ÿด๐Ÿคฉ
COMING SOON! Stay tuned ๐Ÿ‘€โœจ

We LOVED seeing your smiling faces in Taylor Square for the Sydney Marathon Pride Party ๐Ÿฅนโœจ๐ŸŒˆ
02/09/2026

We LOVED seeing your smiling faces in Taylor Square for the Sydney Marathon Pride Party ๐Ÿฅนโœจ๐ŸŒˆ

29/08/2026

Check out Kinselas Middle Bar every Friday and Saturday night from 7pm till late - we guarantee you wonโ€™t hate it ๐Ÿคญ๐Ÿธ

28/08/2026

๐Ÿ‘‘This Sunday THERE WILL BE QUEENS in Taylor Square for Sydney Marathon's Pride Party๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€๐ŸŒˆ (but not these particular Queens. The vid was too good not to share ๐Ÿ˜‚)
Head to Kinselas from 10am for a drink, a $16 Pub Classic and some q***r camp FUN!
๐Ÿ“… Sunday, August 30 โฐ From 10am๐Ÿด$16 Pub Classics

Kinda chic to book your next celebration at Kinselas ๐Ÿ’…โœจ Hit the link in bio to book ๐Ÿ’–
26/08/2026

Kinda chic to book your next celebration at Kinselas ๐Ÿ’…โœจ Hit the link in bio to book ๐Ÿ’–

๐ŸŽ‚ To celebrate Q***r Sketch Clubโ€™s 2nd birthday, weโ€™re hosting a very special session this Wednesday! ๐Ÿฅ‚โœจโœจ STEP IN & STRI...
24/08/2026

๐ŸŽ‚ To celebrate Q***r Sketch Clubโ€™s 2nd birthday, weโ€™re hosting a very special session this Wednesday! ๐Ÿฅ‚โœจ

โœจ STEP IN & STRIKE A POSE โœจ
Thereโ€™s no model booked - instead, our regulars will be stepping into the spotlight to strike some fun (and fully clothed!) poses๐Ÿ‘€โœ๏ธ

Come along, get creative and help us celebrate, with bubbles to toast the occasion! ๐Ÿฅ‚๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€๐ŸŒˆ

๐Ÿ“ Kinselas Hotel ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ This Wednesday โฐ 7PM

***rsketchclub

21/08/2026

Sorry can't come to the phone rn - eating $16 pub classics at Kinselas ๐Ÿ˜œ๐Ÿ˜Ž

19/08/2026

Came for a marg, stayed for the unexpected mariachi. ๐ŸŒฎ๐ŸŽบ
Got an idea for a function or event? Come and chat to us - whatever you have in mind, weโ€™ll do our best to make it happen!

17/08/2026

Art Battle lands at Taylor Square THIS FRIDAY! โšก๏ธ๐ŸŽจ
๐Ÿ–Œ๏ธ12 Artists, 3 Rounds, 20 minutes on the clock.
๐Ÿ† You Vote: Vote on your phone to send one artist to the Grand Final ($250 prize!).
๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ Take It Home: Bid live from your phone to buy the finished pieces.
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Grab tickets via the link in our bio before they sell out!

14/08/2026

It's the Jackie Daniels Effect โœจ๐Ÿ‘ธ
Don't forget her brand spanking new bottomless brunch DRAG ME TO THE CHAPEL Launches 12th September - book your spot today! โœจ๐Ÿ’˜

11/08/2026

WE KNOW what you want ๐Ÿฅฐ๐Ÿธโค๏ธโ€๐Ÿ”ฅ

Address

383 Bourke Street
Darlinghurst, NSW
2010

To reach this pub on Bourke Street in Sydney by public transport, you can take the bus or train to Central Station and then walk south along Elizabeth Street until you reach Bourke Street. Alternatively, you can take the light rail to the Central station stop and then follow the same walking directions.

If driving, continue along George Street until you reach the intersection with Devonshire St. Turn left onto Devonshire St and travel two blocks before turning right onto Crown St. Travel one block before turning left onto Bourke St. There is limited street parking available near the pub, but there are several paid parking lots in the surrounding area.

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4am
Tuesday 10am - 4am
Wednesday 10am - 4am
Thursday 10am - 4am
Friday 10am - 4am
Saturday 10am - 4am
Sunday 10am - 4am

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What people say

Kinselas is a must-visit pub in Sydney, especially for those who appreciate intriguing history and stunning architecture. The Chapel, with its high and ornate art deco ceilings, is a testament to the building's past as a funeral parlour. It's fascinating to learn that it was once the headquarters of Charles Kinsela, Undertaker, from 1933 until 1982. Today, Kinselas has been transformed into a welcoming bar that boasts friendly staff and an inviting atmosphere.

Located in the heart of Taylor Square on Bourke Street, Kinselas is an iconic venue that has seen many transformations over the years. From being a restaurant owned by renowned chefs Tony Bilson and Tetsuya Wakuda to now being one of the friendliest bars in Darlinghurst, Kinselas has something for everyone.

Whether you're looking for a casual drink after work or a night out with friends, Kinselas is the perfect spot. With its rich history and unique decor, this pub offers an experience like no other. So head on down to Kinselas and see what all the fuss is about!