Playful yet sophisticated, Monkey’s Corner is re-writing the rule book with its minimalistic style and truly unique cocktail bar offering. Like everything the Poernomo Brother’s touch, Monkey’s Corner is an instant success, becoming one of Sydney’s most talked about new bars just weeks after opening its doors.

As small children growing up in Indonesia, the brothers remember running around their parent’s steakhouse restaurant. Their Mum would fondly refer to them as her ‘three little monkeys’, always up to mischief and looking for adventure together. While they’ve outgrown their mischievous ways, the Poernomo Brother’s still love a great adventure, and have been dreaming about opening their own cocktail bar for many years.

Named after the ‘little monkeys’, Monkey’s Corner is Ronald, Arnold and Reynold’s newest venture that draws on the sharp lines and modern design of some of Japan’s hottest venues. Set within a petite, heritage listed terrace, the bar features lots of light colours and natural materials, giving Monkey’s Corner a unique ambience. Unlike many modern bars, Monkey’s Corner is fresh, bright and intimate (just 20 seats in total), making guests feel like it’s their own space.

With a short, sharp menu and beautifully edited cocktail offering, Monkey’s Corner takes inspiration from classic Asian flavours and gives them a bold new twist. Collaborating with drinks creative and cocktail consultant Quynh Van Nguyen, the Poernomo Brothers have crafted a punchy cocktail menu that is big on flavour minus the gimmicks.

The Pandan Ginger Pisco Sour is a refreshing cocktail that takes the aromatic pandan flavour and pairs it with the zing of ginger, rather than the sweet flavours normally associated with pandan for a wonderful surprise. There’s also the elegant Litchiti Martini with Plantation 3-star rum, Fino sherry, lychee and rose which looks as pretty as it sounds or the delicious Highball Rhubarb Bitters with chrysanthemum soda and whiskey.

The food offering is no less inspired, with small plates designed to pair perfectly with a cocktail or two. Thanks to dishes such as the Whipped Silver lake smoked eel on toast and Ox Tongue with beef fat, lime and chives, diners are guaranteed a uniquely ‘Poernomo’ experience.