Ruby Rabbit gets a makeover

Oxford St bar, eatery and nightclub Ruby Rabbit is heating up in the coming weeks, as the gorgeous Darlinghurst venue becomes a hive of activity throughout Mardi Gras.

Every Saturday night, the three-level venue hosts House Party, a new weekly event brought to you by the people who have been Fag Tagging some of Sydney’s best venues for years. House Party is designed to be something different and grown-up for the Oxford St strip: somewhere to come for an early pre-drink and start your Oxford St adventure with a cocktail and some new friends.

Think of the best house party you’ve ever been to, and you’ll find something similar at Ruby Rabbit. The ground floor is like the wine cellar, where you can crash in comfy booths and drink wine and cocktails. The middle floor is the bedroom — that is, if your bedroom included a DJ, a bar, moving lights and a heaving dancefloor. The top floor is the living room, with couches, chairs, an indoor/outdoor smoking balcony and a large bar.

Just like a good house party, there’s food available until 3am. Entry is $10 from 10pm to 3am.

Ruby Rabbit was recently gutted and re-built from the inside out, and it’s not just about Saturday nights – the venue is open Wednesday to Sunday, 5pm till late.

Special deals include a choice of any main and a glass of wine or champagne for just $20 on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, plus other special offers for patrons holding a membership card (the Star Observer is giving away 50 membership cards to lucky readers — enter on our website). On Friday nights, enjoy free entry to the venue and $5 drinks from 5-7pm, with three levels open and local DJs playing.

The Ruby Rabbit team is hosting a week of programming over Mardi Gras, including an exclusive dinner and show with Courtney Act and friends.

INFO: www.rubyrabbit.com.au