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Friday Night Drinks
As alcohol is a well known and trusted social lubricant, Friday night drinking sessions represent a wonderful opportunity to get to know your colleagues on err... a more personal level.
You can pleasantly unwind by a) collectively complaining about strenuous workloads b) gossiping about hot new colleagues and their sexual orientation / relationship status / potential for an inter-office affair, or c) discussing why you all deserve ginormous payrises.
One rule for Friday night drinks: try not to go overboard on the beverages, at least until your boss is out of sight anyway.
Here are a few favourite spots for Friday night tippling.
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The Argyle
The Rocks
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The recent launch of this multi-tiered bar and nightclub has upped the sophistication level of drinking in The Rocks. Set in one of Australia's oldest surviving commercial buildings, this venue features five bars and a cobblestone courtyard (leave the stilettos at the office). Get there early to avoid the queues!
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Establishment
Sydney
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Otherwise known as The Drycleaners (i.e. for picking up the suits) Establishment boasts the longest bar in the city. Its extravagant setting is a haunt for corporate types cutting loose. Winks and pick-up lines are a definite possibility.
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Ryan's Bar
Sydney
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This weekday bar offers a city rarity; it features a vast outdoor area for simultaneous drinking and baking. Perfect for summer, you will find that sunlight, icy drinks and partying suits make this one of Sydney's flirtiest spots. Big screens come out for major sporting events.
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Cookie
Melbourne
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Melbourne's answer to the bustling, debauched and depraved beer halls of Belgium is Cookie. Located above several flights of old bluestone steps (the same steps you'll be cursing on your drunken way out), Cookie welcomes the weary worker with the promise of cold beer served in the traditional beer-hall way.
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Elephant & Wheelbarrow
St Kilda
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Popular on Friday nights, this English-style pub features top 40 music and some live bands. Generous meals will help you soak up the booze and retain your stamina.
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The Social Bar
Windsor
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All drinks are $5 during 5-7pm happy hour on Fridays. No further explanation is required.
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