Keg and Brew Hotel

Hearts might have sunk when news spread that the old KB Hotel was getting an American-themed refit, but the place has never looked better. While it’s still a no-nonsense inner city pub, the place now has a warm, southern feel to it, complete with cowboy-themed wallpaper, furry panels, beast heads and a random photo of Dolly Parton thrown in for good measure. Most excitingly though, the bar boasts one of Sydney’s largest collections of bourbon (over 30 types) and a rotating selection of 33 taps of craft beer.

This was one of the last pubs that I visited in Sydney, namely because I was on my way home the next day (in fact it was THE last pub I visited because the next pub I went to I have already been to the night I arrived). It's sort of a craft-beer bar, and I say sort of because they have the standard beers available, but also have a collection of speciality one (including one called a 'Mad Abbott' which I wonder if it is named after a certain ex-Prime Minister). It's a fairly small place, and the only outdoor area are the seats out the front (which is non-smoking by the way – if you want to smoke you have to go to a fenced off area). The pub also have a number of stuffed animals on display, including a large moose's head. I have to say that I did like this place, especially since there was an assortment of beers to try.

If you don't mind being in a super packed crowd then sure. It feels like they want to jam as many people in this small little place which is a little annoying especially after working all day and not able to have a seat to chill. However their brew range is awesome and the food is delish.

My favourite happy hour bar! $4 beers and spirits! And because the bar is American themed, they serve Wild Turkey as their house bourbon! They also have a huge selection of craft beers bottled and on tap, which rotates every week. The food is awesome and reasonably priced with not your average pub menu items such as chili cheese fries, New Orleans-style po' boys, macaroni cheese balls and lasagna spring rolls. Located 2 mins walk from Central, it does get crowded, especially on a Friday.

Awesome pub brought back to all its glory. The food is absolutely amazing and quality plus. Friendly helpful staff. Great beer range and all round top venue!