great place and very nice environment-a hidden gem of a place with soulful calming music.lots of drinks to choose from...a little on the expensive side though.security are on hand...

My bestie and I planned to spend the better part of our evening here before going to dinner. Unfortunately we only lasted 1 delicious cocktail. Look, it has a great atmosphere, decor and huge range of spirits, however we were too late for a seat, and had to squeeze between other groups just for uncomfortable standing space. I'm not giving up, will go earlier next time!

I have very mixed feelings about this place: on the one hand, I think the staff and the whiskey selection are exceptional, and the atmosphere is wonderful and full of friendly folk from all over the world; on the other hand, the whiskey is just so expensive! I understand that a lot of what they offer isn't available elsewhere in Sydney, but golly, the prices really make me miss living in the UK!

That being said, The Baxter Inn is definitely the best place for whiskey in Sydney, and one of my favourite bars!

I used to work around the corner from Baxter Inn and this is the place where you would read about them on Time Out, food & wine tips books etc. This is one of the best bars in Sydney which massive selection of spirits. It is a small bar located in a back alley on Clarence St. There are no signage and only way to know this place exists if someone takes you there or gives you a very good direction. (Right next to Manipulate Hairdresser there is an alley, go in, turn right, entrance to a basement door will lead you to the bar)

Definitely highly recommend this place, very good atmosphere. They also serve complimentary salted pretzel!!

We came across this small bar on Saturday night hidden back on Clarence Street Sydney. Had you not known about it, you'd walk past the alleyway & entry very easily. We were very tempted to try a few of their cocktails but it was too busy and there were no chairs or tables available so we gave the drink a miss. A shame as the place was very cool & the drinks menu looked delicious and reasonably priced. The bar looked very well stocked with many exotic whiskeys, rums, liqueurs etc. We will definitely try it again although we'll remember to get there earlier next time.

Approximate cost: $16

The Baxter Inn is my favourite bar. If you have not been you just have to go. The Baxter is just off Clarence St down a fire escape. When I was first taken here by some dear dear friends I thought they were playing a practical joke on me! You don't know where you are headed until you open the door. Once open soft jazz, dim lights and chattering voices greet you. As you turn left you see the wall of Whiskey saying a warm hello. The staff here are lovely and knowledgeable about the hundreds of Whiskeys they have on offer but I am partial to the half bottle of Chardonnay! The Baxter Inn has the cities best Old Fashion.

It is one of my favorite bars and best bars in Sydney. Massive selection to choose and the staff are friendly. The staff are knowledgable about whiskey and wine and other alcohol and drinks and the place is awesome old fashioned.