The Maya Lounge
Last updatedβ 4.0 Β· 363 Google reviews
The Maya Lounge is a late-night lounge in a Pitt Street basement, serving food, cocktails and live music. It is dark, neon-lit and lively, best suited to a night out rather than a quiet meal. The kitchen serves Nepalese and Indian-style dishes. Hyde Park South is about 4 minutes' walk away.
Cuisine at The Maya Lounge
Food at The Maya Lounge
The kitchen menu is a mix of classic and fusion dishes, with Nepalese and Indian flavours. One diner found the dishes flavourful and quite authentic, and another said the food was good with plenty of variety. A spiced mix of roasted nuts with coriander is one of the dishes shown on the site. Vegetarian options are available. The menu itself is shown as an image on the website.
Drinks at The Maya Lounge
The bar serves cocktails and chilled beer, and the Friday Sugar Club pairs a set menu with paired cocktails. The drinks menu is shown as an image on the website. Visitors describe the cocktails as a good match for the food.
Live music and DJ nights
Live music sessions run every day from 6pm to 10pm, with soul and funk played on stage alongside resident guest selectors. Thursdays bring Bollywood music live and DJs, and Friday's Sugar Club is a shared table with one set menu, paired cocktails and DJ music until late. Private events and functions are handled by a separate events team.
What customers say about The Maya Lounge
- π¬Visitors enjoy the live music and the neon, lively atmosphere.
- π¬Diners say the service is friendly and attentive, with bar staff often praised.
- π¬Visitors say the food is flavourful, with Nepalese and Indian flavours.
- π¬Two recent visitors say their treatment by door security was unpleasant.
Tips for visiting The Maya Lounge
- βWalk-ins are welcome, but a booking through the Reserve a table link guarantees your table, especially for groups.
- βTwo recent visitors reported unhappy dealings with door security, so ask the team about entry if anything is unclear.
- βThe venue asks guests to drink responsibly, and it trades late on most nights.
Getting to The Maya Lounge
The Maya Lounge is in the basement at 350 Pitt Street, Sydney NSW 2000. Parking is available, and the venue is step-free.
Near The Maya Lounge
FAQ about The Maya Lounge
Can I book a table at The Maya Lounge?
Yes, reservations can be made online through the Reserve a table link, though walk-ins are also welcome.
Does The Maya Lounge have vegetarian options?
Yes, vegetarian options are available on the menu.
Does The Maya Lounge have live music?
Yes, live music sessions run daily from 6pm to 10pm, and DJs play on Thursday and Friday nights.
Is The Maya Lounge licensed?
Yes, it has a bar serving cocktails and chilled beer.