Kave Bar in Newport: A Not-So-Secret Booze and Music Hideaway

Kave Bar is this dark underground watering hole found on Barrenjoey Road. While it might seem like this bar looks eerie because of the lack of lights, Kave Bar is actually one of the warmest places to be when you’re in Newport.

This establishment boasts of simple but tasty bar food like Peruvian chicken wings, burgers and cheese plates. However, people generally come here for their specialty drinks, the vibe, and musical performances.

Photo Credit: Kave Bar/Facebook
Photo Credit: Kave Bar/Facebook


Every Wednesday, Kave Bar hosts an Open Mic Night for anyone to sing or play a tune. For the rest of June 2019, the bar will showcase the following performances:

20 June Thursday 8:00 p.m.Welcome Stranger (harmonica, double bass, and string guita)
21 June Friday 9:00 p.m.Blue Velvet (cover music)
22 June Saturday 10:00 p.m. Rockgear featuring various acts
27 June Thursday 10:00 p.m.Rhode Eyes (melodic folk music)
29 June Saturday 9:00 p.m.Point Lacey & The John Bull Collective (blues, funk, pop and rock & roll)
Photo Credit: Kave Bar/Facebook

Owned and managed by Kat and Dave Shaw, the Kave Bar is a favourite hangout of Northern Beaches residents, as well as local musicians since it opened in 2016.



“Great place to relax.
Amazing bands
Great bar staff and owners.
U are missing out if u dont come down on a Friday or Saturday night.”

~ Michael Comans, Google Reviews

“If there was a place that ticks all the boxes this is it. Phenomenal live music, staff worth a high 5, owners with soul. Now on my Sydney top venue list. Seriously great.”

~ Wally P, Trip Advisor

Enjoy Free Movie by the Sea at The Newport Every Monday

Do you know that The Newport on Kalinya Street hosts a free movie screening every Monday? You can enjoy watching blockbuster Hollywood films and family classics amid the stunning view of the Pittwater as you sip a glass of your favourite cocktail or indulge in a cup of gelato.

For the rest of March, Cinema by the Sea will screen the following films:

  • 18th of March, starts 7:30 p.m. – “Bohemian Rhapsody”
  • 25th of March, starts 7:00 p.m. – “10 Things I Hate About You”
Photo Credit: Bohemian Rhapsody/Facebook

For the past Mondays since December 2018, this cinema in Newport has hosted movie nights featuring “A Star is Born” (2018), “Guardians of the Galaxy” Volume 1, and “Toy Story 3.”

Follow The Newport’s event page for an update on the succeeding screenings.



The Newport was formerly called the Newport Arms Hotel. Established since 1880, this historical site once hosted British royals like King George V and his father Prince Albert, the Prince of Wales.



In 2015, Merivale bought, redeveloped and renamed Newport Arms Hotel into The Newport. The hotel is a dog-friendly establishment.

Catch Up with Like-Minded Mums at Mother’s Group at Newport

Have a weekly catch up with your friends and other like-minded mums at The Newport Mother’s Group, held every Tuesday morning at The Newport, from 9:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.

Are your mummy duties preventing you from having a quick hang-time with your friends? Worry no more! Head over to The Newport and join in Mother’s Group every Tuesday morning.

This weekly event is a perfect opportunity for you to take a quick break away from your household duties as well as mummy duties.

Newport Mother's Group
Photo credit: The Newport Mothers Group/ Facebook

At The Newport Mother’s Group, you can enjoy a nice cup of freshly made coffee or even have scrumptious breakfast at the Kiosk Cafe whilst catching up with your girl friends. Who knows, you might even meet some new ones too.

But mums are not the only ones that get to enjoy The Newport Mother’s Group. Your little ones will also enjoy and be entertained throughout the entire duration of the weekly session. Kids will have their educational music and activity class, Learn to the Beat, in the games room from 9:45 a.m. until 10:45 a.m.

Children's Class
Photo credit: The Newport/ Facebook

It is definitely a win-win for both you and your little one.



The Newport Mother’s Group is a weekly event that was brought by The Newport in partnership with the Northern Beaches Mums. It is a recurring event that began last 2018 and continued up until June of 2019.

Everyone is encouraged to join in and participate in this weekly Mother’s Group session. Also, the attendance for this event is free! So, feel free to invite your friends other mums in your neighbourhood.

Stay tuned to all the other fun events that will be popping up at The Newport Mother’s Group. Be sure to check back the group’s Facebook page for updates.