Love, Tilly Devine

There are some things you don’t want to have to search for, like alcohol at your brother’s roommate’s art show. But other times, the search is part of the fun. Love, Tilly Devine is hidden down an alleyway in the backstreets of Darlinghurst, and you’ll feel both accomplished and like a local once you find it. This split-level wine cellar—full of hanging plants and tables for two—has a small food menu and a huge drinks list with cocktails, local beers, and over 300 wine options. If you’re already feeling overwhelmed, the specials are a good place to start and the staff are extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and always ready to help you figure out which Chablis will work with the duck liver pâté.