Babylon Rooftop & Garden Bar
Sydney
To avoid disappointment, book in advance, especially on weekends and for larger groups.
Located on Level 7 of 182 Pitt Street, Babylon Rooftop & Garden Bar is a striking destination for those seeking a taste of modern Middle Eastern cuisine in Sydney. This expansive venue combines lush greenery and open-air ambiance with a vibrant menu inspired by the rich flavors of Levantine cuisine.
Babylon offers a diverse dining experience through its extensive array of meze and larger dishes that are best enjoyed when shared. The venue's culinary artistry is highlighted by the use of wood fire and charcoal on their custom-built Mangal and rotisseries, creating a myriad of rich, smoky flavors. The menu celebrates ingredients sourced from flora, fauna, and the sea, ensuring a wide variety of tastes and textures for diners to explore.
The venue's design draws inspiration from the legendary Hanging Gardens of Babylon, creating an urban oasis above the bustling Pitt Street Mall. From expansive terraces to lively dining areas, the space is perfect for both casual gatherings and more formal occasions, with each visit offering a lively atmosphere enhanced by regular events and music themes, such as Babylon Nights.
The rooftop bar presents an ideal setting for enjoying cocktails, especially as the sun sets over the city, making it a popular choice for those looking to unwind in style. It's well-suited for accommodating both small groups and larger private events, supporting functions ranging from twenty to four hundred guests.
With designated sections for both seated and cocktail-style events, Babylon seamlessly blends Middle Eastern cultural elements with a modern dining experience, making it a favored spot for dates, work gatherings, or simply a relaxing day out in Sydney.
Reviews
I had a group of 20 friends for late lunch. I ordered the Group Spread option designed for 25 people. Even with 20 people I am not sure if the quantity of some items were enough, but the food was absolutely delicious. Services was really bad, and slow, zero attention to details…like bringing all the food without setting the table with small plates and cutlery for people to eat. My booking was at the rooftop uncovered, so some seats were a bit dirty with some with pigeon poop 💩 There was DJ which was very nice, and even won winter it was super cozy because of the heaters. Overall experience good.
Had an amazing experience at Babylon. We went in a group and shared the open chicken souvlaki, chicken gozleme, spinach and feta gozleme, cauliflower, hummous and pita, and lamb kofta, and every dish was full of flavour. The food was excellent, beautifully presented and perfect for a group dining experience where everyone can try a bit of everything. The atmosphere was incredible — stylish, lively and full of energy. We visited on a Saturday and the belly dancing performance added such a unique touch to the evening, making it more than just a meal but a complete dining experience. The vibe, food, entertainment and overall experience were outstanding. A fantastic place for a special occasion or a fun night out with friends. Definitely worth visiting!
Good quiet dinner on Mothers Day (Sunday evening) on Rooftop. Lots of open table available, but would recommend a booking in advance if you are planning to go in Friday or Saturday. Decent spread of Vegetarian / Vegan food available. Food was good, well presented and tasty. Ambience was lovely.. with perfect temperature maintained for a warm and cozy family dinner Service was good as well with not much of wait time between order and serve Price on the higer side with portiins size smaller than expected.. but worth it if you are celebrating a special day or ocassion. Would love to visit again...
My girlfriends and I went for a girls night dinner and cocktails at Babylon and we had the best night ever! The food was unforgettable (especially the halloumi) and the drinks were magical! But the best part of the night was the service. Our host Davide was so friendly, attentive and organised. He ensured that we were comfortable and had everything we needed, he even made sure to clear the table before taking pictures to make sure it looks good. When the photo he took didn’t turn out nice, he followed us outside the restaurant and asked if we wanted to take another one. Loved how he went above and beyond with a big smile on his face. Give Davide a raise! Thank you Babylon for a great experience.
I had booked a dinner for 2 in the restaurant for my partner’s birthday and then a later group booking outdoors at the bar where his friends would surprise him. The venue staff were very accommodating in making sure our restaurant booking was sat far away and out of sight from our garden bar booking, which made the surprise go perfectly when we walked out to the bar after dinner. Our waitress Ecem was really lovely and her customer service was so attentive and warm. Every dish we had for the dinner was delicious, highlights for me were the halloumi, scallops, steak and cauliflower. The outdoor bar had great vibes too, we got a nice spot in a semi-private loggia which was lucky! Will definitely be back!
