Bondi’s original dive bar is never a bad time. And if you need any convincing, there’s a light box out front that says as much. Otherwise let the American-style burgers, Margs and local beers do the talking.

Walk by the unmissable mural on Curlewis Street and you’ll probably spot the same customers that have been coming to this teeny cafe and wine bar since day one – and we don’t blame them. Sandwiches, salads and good wine lie within.

If you find yourself down in Bondi and want to know where the party is at, chances are it's at this big old pub a few blocks away from the beach. And while it’s definitely a local haunt, the Beach Road doesn't discriminate. It offers carefree vibes, plenty of different bar areas, a sunny courtyard and DJs.

The drinks are tropical, the bartenders are English and the shirts are flamboyant at this rowdy cocktail bar. The list leans into tiki territory with plenty of rum, citrus and pineapple, and classic recipes are updated with native ingredients and a sustainable ethos.

There isn’t really anything this breezy bar and diner can’t do. There’s a Mediterranean thread running throughout, from the flavours on the menu to the day-to-night vibe. A spot on the footpath can't be beaten at golden hour.

Opened in 1935, Bondi Bowlo is one of Sydney’s original bowling clubs. Located just a few blocks back from the beach, it’s since evolved from an old-school facility into a modern boozer in step with Bondi’s buzzing hospitality scene.

Set within a former tram stop, Corner House has been a go-to for Bondi locals for more than a decade. Cosy, casual and with enough variety to please, it’s a fun chapter in the building’s story that involves rustic Italian fare and on-point cocktails.

Merivale’s grand corner pub has been Bondi Road resident since 1907. And while Totti’s out back generates most of the fuss, the pub’s solid bistro fare is certainly no afterthought. It’s rounded out by a wine list that’s far more considered than the average Sydney pub’s.

This elevated vantage of Bondi’s sloshing surf is one of Australia’s great views – one a less conscientious restaurateur might easily lean on. Not Maurice Terzini, who’s been pushing his resplendent Italian diner to greater and greater heights since 2002.

A few blocks back from Bondi beach, this buzzy eatery brings a refined edge to its laidback day-to-night offering. Swing by for your morning cuppa, park up and WFC (that’s work from cafe) or secure an evening spot for punchy plates and a fresh cocktail list.

Big sandwiches and salads are the recipe for a good time at this cool all-day eatery. At night it transforms into a bar with international craft beers and natural wines. Plus, Campari spritzes and Negronis batched in-house.

Whether you’re barefoot or in heels, ravenous or merely peckish, the refurbished Bondi Pavilion has you covered on all fronts. Hit the refined (but relaxed) dining room for Asian-influenced dishes; the terrace for casual pub eats; and the beachside kiosk for classic fish’n’chips.