3 weeds, Back Bar Bistro

Beer on tap, high raftered ceilings, leather booth seats and slouchy armchairs: this could be the pub-abundant Balmain area's favourite place for a pint, schooner or glass of something. Monday night is curry night, and for $10 you can get the day's curry to go with boutique beer. For the rest of the week it's standout pub food: think braised lamb shanks in red wine jus with polenta and herby gremolata or a face-sized beef bourguignon pie that's rich and light at once. For the carb-averse there's ever-changing tapas such as air-dried wagyu beef or lamb meatballs with tzatziki. Pizzas are a wise option any time of day.