The venue is completely weather dependent (obviously) so be sure to check Mary’s socials and website for daily updates. The Lansdowne Hotel was opened in 1932, and was quickly filled with ratbags, miscreants, tear-aways, hoods, scum-bags, thieves, bent cops and others of similar persuasion. The new venue, Mary’s On Top will be bringing beers, wine and iconic delicious Mary’s burgers on top of one of the most historic venues in Sydney and our favourite F*ck Fashion Let’s Dance Party joint. Mary’s isn’t just looking out for staff. WORDS Natalie Petrevski    PHOTOGRAPHY courtesy Mary’s    PUBLISHED Wed, 3 Jun 2020. The acclaimed photographer and filmmaker shares iconic photographs he took touring with Elton John, Coldplay and Mumford & Sons over the last decade. Beers, booze and delicious Mary’s burgers along with all the vegan options. Or just say fuck it and show up. All right reserved. Mary’s On Top. Put them together with some beer or a bottle of vino, and we aren’t solving the crisis – but we might just stick a smile on some our staff and our punters at the same time.”. Mary’s On Top will open at 12pm today, June 4 on the rooftop of the iconic Lansdowne Hotel. Déjà vu! Spicy Fucker $18 Mary’s on Top is open Thu-Sun from noon-10pm, weather-permitting; 2-6 City Rd, Chippendale, NSW 2008; marys69.com. Put them together with some beer or a bottle of vino, and we aren’t solving the crisis- but we might just stick a smile on some our staff and our punters at the same time.”, While Sydney is one of the most popular cities in Australia, we certainly lack a selection of rooftop spaces to socially enjoy. Think Mary’s festival on the roof of Sydney’s historic live music venue The Lansdowne Hotel. Entry is via a stairwell on Knox Street until the Lansdowne reopens. Mary’s On Top will open at 12pm today, June 4 on the rooftop of the iconic Lansdowne Hotel. Access the rooftop via a small doorway on Knox Street. THE LOWDOWN. That’s right, meet Mary’s On Top – the new rooftop bar-meets-restaurant opening atop the historic Lansdowne Hotel. A non-fussy space, Mary’s On Top carries the same sentiment as all other Mary’s joints. “When you consider that Sydney has day-time averages above 17c for the entirety of fucking winter, and a total of 17 days of rain out of 90, it is pure insanity to think about the severe lack of rooftops being used as prime social and cultural spaces,” says Graham, Mary’s on Top was originally slated to open in spring, on the rooftop of the Lansdowne Hotel, the beloved music venue which the Mary’s crew resuscitated in 2017. As for what those vibes will actually involve, Mary’s On Top will be slinging the restaurant’s full menu. Further adding, “This is about celebrating what we have to share with a world sorely in need of a good time. Try another? 30-38 Victoria StreetPaddington, NSW 2021. The Lansdowne rooftop opened on Thursday and the boys warned punters not to expect bells and whistles, “expect beers n burgers (both Mary’s + Vegan alternative) on a roof in our glorious city”. Mary’s On Top at the Lansdowne rooftop will be open from Thursday to Sunday from midday until 10pm, and promises to provide the absolute best views of City Rd in Sydney. RUSSH.com is published by RUSSH Media Pty Ltd. About | Stockists | Privacy | Complaints | Editorial Policy, coronavirus restrictions begin to ease in NSW and across all Australian states, A guide to Western Australia holiday destinations, James Marcus Haney’s first photobook, ‘FANATICS,’ is all about us – the fans, Netflix has announced its December releases and these are our top picks. “This is about celebrating what we have to share with a world sorely in need of a good time,” says Smyth in a statement. Stay safe. While the guys had originally planned a spring opening, they decided to bring Mary’s On Top forward, and honestly—we think it’s just what Sydney needs right now. Mary’s on Top was originally slated to open in spring, on the rooftop of the Lansdowne Hotel, the beloved music venue which the Mary’s crew resuscitated in 2017. Where: Lansdowne Hotel, 2-6 City Road, Chippendale We already have this email. Mary's On Top feels like a place to escape. Mary's On Top allows us to slowly start the blood pumping again, and really send that message home that the Lansdowne is well and truly part of the Mary's family.” As for what's on the menu at Mary's On Top—it's all the tried and true Mary's faves, plus their vegan counterparts (the Mary's Burger, Cheeseburger, Cauliflower burger, half chook, mash and gravy—the works). READ MORE. Trust the attitude- and expletive-laden crew at Mary’s to launch an outdoor venue at the start of winter in the middle of a lockdown. “It’s always been sitting there, taunting us with its proximity and promise. The menu at Mary’s on Top includes the signature burgers, fried chook, and mash n gravy, as well as vegan iterations of all those cult favourites. Menu. Pizza Party every Fri & Sat. Thanks for subscribing! Mary's on Top. Some good news amidst all the heavy restrictions we have endured the last few months. Sign up to our newsletter for the latest and greatest from your city and beyond. Mary’s On Top at the Lansdowne rooftop will be open from Thursday to Sunday from midday until 10pm, and promises to provide the absolute best views of City Rd in Sydney. Mary’s On Top is on the top level of Chippendale’s Lansdowne Hotel. From the city, the recession, the ever hustling and bustling world. As coronavirus restrictions begin to ease in NSW and across all Australian states, be sure to be smart and diligent and continue to follow social distancing rules and protocols. © RUSSH Magazine 2020. “We have a lot of sun in Sydney, we have a fucking rooftop, and we have the best fucking burgers in the world. Fans of the classic Mary's template of beer, burgers, fried chicken and a relaxed, irreverent vibe will find plenty to like here. It’s your sure-fire good time on a rooftop overlooking glorious Sydney. As for what those vibes will actually involve, Mary’s On Top will be slinging the restaurant’s full menu. Mary’s owners Jake Smyth and Kenny Graham have had their eye on the rooftop of the Lansdowne since the re-opening of the live music venue in 2017. But it was brought forward to provide employment for staff that have been stood down due to the Lansdowne’s ongoing COVID-related closure. Up in the roof, lick your burger-slicked fingers under glowing lights and watch the unobscured sun light up the sky. While the borders are still closed to interstate visitors, now is the time to plan your journey. Pepperoni $18 Shitloads of ‘roni cups, red sauce & triple cheese- make it spicy. Set to begin slinging burgers and brews from Thursday, June 4th, Mary’s On Top has been a long-awaited project for the crew (who are responsible for re … Now with the world gone crazy, we figured we would match that craziness by opening a fucking venue in the midst of the COVID mess.” Say Jake Smyth. And although the action might seem on brand with Jake Smyth and Kenny Graham’s zero-fucks demeanour, there is actually a method behind the apparent madness. You’ll find Mary’s On Top on the roof of the Lansdowne Hotel, making it the final piece of the puzzle for Smyth and Graham’s restoration of the sprawling Chippendale pub. Natural beauty, wide open spaces, and really good sunsets. Mary’s owners Jake Smyth and Kenny Graham have had their eye on the rooftop of the Lansdowne since the re-opening of the live music venue in 2017. Get the signature Mary’s burger, mash ‘n’ gravy and those fab Mary’s fries. Beloved burger favourite Mary’s will be opening the doors to their latest addition atop the historic Lansdowne Hotel this Thursday 4th June. The “best fucking burgers in the world” are now available al fresco. Get the signature Mary’s burger, mash ‘n’ gravy and those fab Mary’s fries. That’s probably what the Mary’s guys would do. Because the venue’s operation is subject to cooperative weather, it’s worth checking Instagram before visiting to ensure that it’s open. Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. It’s also helping out customers by offering 30 per cent off all eat-in and takeaway food across its various locations, from now until June 10. Plans for the rooftop opening were originally meant for later this Spring, however due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and many staff out of work, the duo brought their plans forward while opting for a rawer approach. The guts of Lansdowne Hotel remain closed until further notice so, at least for now, the rooftop entrance will be via Knox Street. We have a lot of sun in Sydney, we have a fucking rooftop, and we have the best fucking burgers in the world. Kenny Graham knows it’s time to utilise these, “When you consider that Sydney has day-time averages above 17c for the entirety of fucking winter, and a total of 17 days of rain out of 90, it is pure insanity to think about the severe lack of roof-tops being used as prime social and cultural spaces.”.