Firefly - Walsh Bay

This cosy bar/restaurant is characterised more by its proximity to some of Sydney’s premier theatres than its relaxing waterside perch. It’s a shame, because if you plan to come here either side of a show you’ll be battling the thespians and theatre-goers if you haven’t booked ahead. If you decide to come down for an afternoon cocktail or glass of wine while gazing at luxury speedboats along the private wharves of Walsh Bay, you’d enjoy Firefly at its best. With its classy wooden fitout and modest dimensions, you could almost be aboard one of the more ridiculous vessels in front of you, minus the motion sickness. If your stomach pipes up in a good way, the tapas are generous and tasty but won’t knock your socks off. A varied wine list dwarfs the limited cocktail list, while the beer list is apparently too uncertain to print. Service is friendly and attentive, although the staff seemed a little keen to turn away latecomers, so don’t bank on it for an after-show drink on a school night.