During the Southern Hemisphere summer (December to February), the Coogee Bay Hotel's beer garden is the place to be. The Coogee Bay Hotel sits opposite the beachfront and is always busy Thursday to Saturday nights.
Their bistro has a great menu and the best steaks in Sydney. You even have the option of cooking your own on the indoor grill. There are three bars, two nightclubs, and a five-star hotel on the premises.