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Polit Bar - more than cocktails

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Don't miss the best value shows in Canberra, where every seat is front row. Polit Bar is proud to nurture and support diverse local talent. Polit passes 100% of all show ticket sales on to the participating producers and their performers. When you buy a ticket, you're directly supporting Australian talent.

Situated in a comfy local bar with a popular selection of all your favourites. Hungry? There are pizzas & nibbles all night.
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  • come for the after party!
    Major Entertainment light shows
  • Best value seats in Canberra
    Hosting a wide variety of shows
  • Best value seats in Canberra
    Hosting a wide variety of shows
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DETAILS

PHONE

02 6162 2947

EMAIL

[email protected]

WEBSITE

www.politbar.co

OPENING HOURS

Tues - Thurs : 5pm - late, Fri - Sat : 5pm-2am, Sun - Mon : closed

COSTS

Not specified

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ACCESSIBILITY

Disabled access available, contact operator for details

Location

Polit Bar - more than cocktails

8 Franklin Street, Upstairs, Griffith, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

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Features

Bar

Cafe

Conference/Function Facilities

Non Smoking Establishment

Restaurant

Reviews

TripAdvisor traveller rating

BASED ON 26 REVIEWS

Ranked #414 of 1,751 Places to Eat in Canberra on TripAdvisor

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“Escape to a cosy catchup”

Reviewed on 26/07/2018

I have enjoyed several drinks catch-ups with family and friends at Polit Bar. Mostly have had nibbles but did enjoy a beer bourguignon dinner once. The bar is intimate and nothing like I usually come...

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Jenni C

“Stylish, intimate bar in Manuka”

Reviewed on 24/07/2018

Polit is a rare combination of offering everything from good quality wines and spirits to truly exotic cocktails - but manages to keep prices under control. Unlike an average wine bar it has an eye...

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Review by

KymBergmann

“Trannie Trivia and Nude poetry readings”

Reviewed on 10/07/2017

Small with loads of character. Cocktails galore but their martinis are exceptional. Run by a fabulous woman who wear high heels (I don't know how she does it). Always packed with interesting people...

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ibisStylesCanberra

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