What's On | The Soda Factory Turns One


In February last year, Sydney met its new favourite hidden bar. And behind a retro coke machine in Surry Hills, there she was, The Soda Factory. She’s been giving Sydneysiders in the know some darn good nights out for a whole year now. Happy Birthday darlin’.

As well as serving up their now-legendary gourmet Hotdogs, the team at The Soda Factory clearly also know how to turn out a good party once the lights go down - having hosted after-parties and surprise shows from the likes of Jason Mraz, Bloc Party, The Rubens, DJ Jazzy Jeff & Grandmaster Flash.

To mark an amazing first year, The Soda Factory are holding a weekend full of birthday fun. All the usual awesomeness will be included but there is also a little bit of a surprise in store.

The Soda Factory is proud to announce the return of DJ Grandmaster Flash (surprise spoiled) - one of hip-hop's first and most ground-breaking turntablists - jetting down all the way from New York City especially for Soda’s Saturday night party (Feb 22nd).

As they blow out the candles, The Soda Factory will also unveil a couple of additions to their successful formula….

Following the huge success of their hotdog menu, co-owner and Executive Chef Michael Chase will launch a full diner menu. The lit-up vintage American diner sign now hanging by the bar’s new diner section won’t let you forget it. Long tables are now accommodating larger groups to enjoy the expanded menu.

You thought their dogs were dreamy, get a load of this menu folks… Cheeseburger Spring Rolls, Mac and Cheese Spring Rolls, Kick Ass Hot Buffalo Chicken Wings,Texas BBQ Bite Size Pork Ribs… and we’re just for starters and share snacks.  Wipe the drool off your chin and get a load of the mains… Pulled Pork Burger with Slaw, Fried Chicken & Waffles with Maple Syrup, Long Island Fish and Chips, The Big Luck Veggie Burger & Doctor Claw’s Lobster Roll. 

For those with a sweet tooth - try a range of alcoholic thickshakes or Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches. Of course The Soda Factory’s famous dogs such as the Johnny Drama and Fats Domino are also here to stay!

To get a special taste test of some of these new dishes, pop down for Friday night’s party (Feb 21st) where bite-sized portions will be served up from 5-8pm, compliments of The Soda Factory, plus a free welcome drink on arrival from 5-7pm.

In true Soda Factory style there’ll also be some special guests dropping in over the next few months for intimate late-night performances – best part, you’ll never pay a cover charge.