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Unexpected Guest Distillery, Marrickville, AU-NSW

Unexpected Guest Distillery

5.0
5
4 Reviews
$40 and under
Cocktail Bar
12 Cadogan St, Marrickville, AU-NSW 2204

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
We’ve parked the kombi and set up shop in Marrickville. We’re combining unique flavours, shared experiences, and inventive cocktails in our converted mechanic shop, the concrete is stained, the beams are wooden and the gin is flowing.

Swing on by and savour life's finest moments in an atmosphere that celebrates the unexpected. Explore, engage, and elevate your senses— welcome to our new venue.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Distillery, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Thu, Fri 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Marrickville
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother's Day Afternoon Tea

    A$60.00 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    Sunday, 11th May from 12:30 p.m. | $60pp | Marrickville This Mother’s Day, skip the white tablecloths and join Unexpected Guest Distillery for an afternoon tea with spirit. We’ve teamed up with Sydney’s beloved Brickfields Bakery to serve a bold, flavour-forward twist on the traditional — think tea-inspired cocktails and baked treats made to match. Expect scones with cheddar, chilli & olive, orange blossom semolina cake, custard and date tarts, and a delicious take on a white chocolate lamington — each paired with custom gin cocktails curated just for the day. No doilies. No fuss. Just good drinks, good food, and good company. Kids are welcome too, with a special menu available for $30pp. Please let us know if any under 18's will be attending in your booking notes.
    Mother's Day Afternoon Tea Photo
  • Gin Tasting

    A$20.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy our core range of four gins alongside your choice of tonic or soda, and ice. A member of our team will give you the run down and be on hand should you have any questions for us. Receive a $20 discount on a gin bottle purchase - so you can pick your favourite and take it home!

What people are saying

Unexpected Guest Distillery reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

5.0
5 based on all time ratings
  • 5Food
  • 5Service
  • 5Ambience
  • 5Value

NoiseModerate

4 Reviews
  1. Erin

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really love the team at Unexpected Guest, their gins never disappoint. Love being one of the first to try their new range of gins that were all delicious. Loved the Sri Lankan inspired gin and how passionate the staff and owners are about their gins.

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  2. Elizabeth

    Sydney4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasure! Great cocktails, great people wonderful vibes ☺️

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  3. david

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on August 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unexpected Guest is a local gin distillery opened recently..great products & knowledgeable cheery staff ..Phoebe & Ames are the best! My go to for a quiet Sunday drink

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Canberra1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great venue, good music, and excellent gin tasting experience.

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FAQs

Unexpected Guest Distillery is rated 5 stars by 4 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

  1. Home
  2. Australia
  3. Sydney
  4. Inner West
  5. Marrickville

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Unexpected Guest Distillery

12 Cadogan St, Marrickville, AU-NSW 2204

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Marrickville
  • Hours of operation
    Thu, Fri 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Distillery, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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