Kensington Street · Sydney · 15 Oct 2026

Startup Street Social

The Ascend '26 closing party takes over Kensington Street and Spice Alley in the heart of Tech Central - an entire precinct of bars, restaurants and laneways handed to Australia's startup ecosystem for one night. Live music, street food, and a thousand of the most interesting people in Australian tech.

Claim your space now: your brand, your guest list, your bar tab - right in the middle of the party.

Available spaces

Viet

A slice of Saigon on your doorstep

Reserved

In the heart of the party lies Viet, a first floor private restaurant with full service bar. Viet draws from one of the world's healthiest cuisines, founded on fresh ingredients, full-bodied broths and pungent spices. With rooftop views of the Spice Alley below and connected stairs and accessible lift to the street this is the perfect spot for networking along with space for brand activations.

Capacity: 90 pax (inside)
Investment: $9,000 + GST
Venue: View venue site

No longer available

Cheeky Bao

Intimate bao diner with pop-up bar

Reserved

Nestled in the heart of Kensington Street, Cheeky Bao is a fusion eatery redefining burger bliss. Experience a culinary adventure as soft bao buns embrace bold flavours inspired by Asian classics like bulgogi beef, crispy pork belly, and spicy miso. Cheeky Bao will include a pop up bar serving beer, wine and soft drinks.

Capacity: 50 pax (inside + outside)
Investment: $4,000 + GST

No longer available

Nomu

Japanese whisky bar & izakaya

Reserved

Own the energy with a private takeover of Nomu. Renowned for its sleek Japanese izakaya style, craft cocktails, and vibrant street-side footprint, Nomu gives your team a high-impact base to host guests, run a branded bar tab, and stay directly connected to the pulse and music of the street party.

Capacity: 49 pax (24 inside + 25 outside)
Investment: $5,000 + GST
Venue: View venue site

No longer available

Gin Lane

English inspired premium gin bar

Reserved

Playfully referencing the iconic Gin Lane print by English artist William Hogarth, Gin Lane is one of Sydney's most unique small bars offering an intimate, premium space for your guests.

Capacity: 80 pax (inside & outside)
Investment: $8,000 + GST
Venue: View venue site

No longer available

Dry Martini Bar

First-floor sanctuary above the main stage

Reserved

Claim ultimate brand presence at Startup Street Social. Dry Martini is an exclusive first-floor sanctuary directly overlooking the main stage and Spice Alley. This premium event space combines full venue naming rights with a private, dedicated lounge, allowing you to host your guests just meters above the crowd and the heart of the party.

Capacity: 100 pax (inside & outside)
Investment: $10,000 + GST
Venue: View venue site

No longer available

Questions about a space? Email mikelangford@google.com.