DrinkCivic

Devil You Don't

formerly High Jinks

Underground in a cozy basement bunker opposite the Nishi Building courtyard in the NewActon precinct, this intimate, luxe cocktail speakeasy opened in early 2026 to replace the old High Jinks. Operated by the award-winning team behind Volstead Repeal, the moody, candlelit lounge features a blood-red and black velvet aesthetic with sleek brass accents. The mixology here is exceptional, focusing on classic cocktails thoughtfully twisted into something entirely new, alongside a rotating menu of delicious bar snacks and cheese boards.

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Address: Basement, 2/15 Edinburgh Avenue, NewActon
Hours: Tue–Sat 4PM–midnight
Price: Cocktails from $22
Website: devilyoudont.com.au (opens in a new tab)

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Listing from Wikivoyage: Canberra/Civic, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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