The Imperial in Sydney's Erskineville is a legendary LGBT+ venue blending bar and café vibes in a historic curved 1940s pub. It features a main bar with stage for drag performances, a vibrant rooftop restaurant, and a basement party space. The atmosphere pulses with celebration of self-expression, creativity, live music, and dance, welcoming everyone into its inclusive embrace.
Highlights include cult-favorite pizzas from local icons The Pizza Bros, vegetarian-friendly dishes at Priscilla’s, and cocktails named after iconic drag queens. Drag N’ Dine shows bring flamboyant entertainment, paired with DJ sets, trivia, and bingo nights. From chilled rooftop catch-ups with spritzes to late-night dancing, The Imperial delivers delicious food, killer drinks, and unforgettable queer revelry in the heart of Sydney's Inner West.
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Tuesday: 16:00 - 22:00
Wednesday: 16:00 - 02:00
Thursday: 16:00 - 02:00
Friday: 16:00 - 04:00
Saturday: 12:00 - 04:00
Sunday: 12:00 - 22:00
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