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Sawtell, New South Wales

Busy, lively bars in Sawtell

Full rooms, loud music and a queue at the bar — the places with an actual atmosphere.

How this list is built: Bars, wine bars and cocktail bars whose reviews describe a lively room. Limited to venues in Sawtell. Ranked by how well each venue fits, not by payment — MenuMap does not sell placement.

6 venues

The Spare Room

Sawtell2 min walkPrice level 3 of 4

Bar. Open seven days, until 10pm on Sundays. Reviewers mention the buzz in the room.

BarLively
4.6(389)

Split Cafe & Espresso Bar

Sawtell2 min walkPrice level 2 of 4

Cafe, with chips, eggs and pancakes on the menu and most dishes $12 to $25.50. Reviewers mention the buzz in the room.

CafeLively

Toast with Condiment (GFO, V)$4

4.7(616)

Sawtell Hotel

Sawtell1 min walkPrice level 2 of 4

PubOutdoor seatingLively
4.2(671)

Bar Que Sera

Sawtell1 min walkPrice level 4 of 4

Restaurant, with beer, craft beer and spritz behind the counter. Reviewers mention special occasions and fine dining.

RestaurantUpscale

House wines$11

4.9(268)

The Hilltop Store

Sawtell8 min walkPrice level 2 of 4

Bakery cafe, with breakfast, eggs and small plates on the menu.

Cafe

ShopNot listed

4.7(344)

Indian Cottage

Sawtell3 min walkPrice level 2 of 4

Restaurant, with smoothies and whisky behind the counter. Reviewers mention how cosy the room is.

RestaurantCosy

Spirits (30ml)$5.50

4.2(359)