From innovative concoctions that push the boundaries to the classics that never go out of style, Best Restaurant Cocktail Menu recognises the restaurants that have nailed the art of the cocktail menu.

Whether you’re craving a bold creation or a smooth sipper, these restaurants have got you covered with a menu that’s as diverse as it is delicious. While a great menu on its own is a must, it needs staff members who know their stuff and share their expertise with a smile.

The Best Restaurant Cocktail Menu considers the art of food and cocktail pairing – because, after all, having your drink matched to your food is just so satisfying.

We’re raising a glass to the restaurants redefining the dining experience one sip at a time.

The 2024 Bar Awards finalists have been announced and this year's Best Restaurant Cocktail Menu finalists are:

- Bartholomew's
- The Blind Monk
- The Falcon
- The Flotilla
- Light Year

We now hand the difficult task of deciding who the winners are over to our esteemed judges. The winners will be revealed on August 5 at the Bar Awards event.

Here are your Best Restaurant Cocktail Menu nominees:

- Alfie's Italian
- Âpé Yakitori Bar
- Bartholomew's
- Bella Italia
- Bernie's Bar
- Blanca Honeysuckle
- The Blind Monk
- The Bogey Hole on Darby 
- Calamari Kitchen & Bar
- Casa Nova Honeysuckle
- Charlies Rooftop
- Coreat
- The Edwards
- The Falcon
- The Flotilla
- Ginger Meg's
- The Grain Store
- Hao Chi by Lee's Yum Cha
- Harrison's Food & Wine
- The Humble Thai
- Humbug
- Jana at QT Newcastle
- Light Years
- Market St Basement
- Meantime On Beaumont
- MEET Restaurant
- Oh My Papa
- Peregrin
- Roundhouse
- Rustica Newcastle Beach
- Thermidor
- Urban Deli & Bar

* A copy of the restaurants current cocktail list must be submitted along with nomination.
** Category open to any restaurant with a featured cocktail list located within the restaurant.
*** The award is open to restaurants located within the Newcastle LGA.

Thank you to our category sponsor Soqual Creative Agency for their support.