The brothers behind famed Cronulla restaurant Homer Rogue Taverna will bring another taste of Athens to Sydney later this year with the opening of Volta.
Dining Desk is a contributing writer covering eat-drink and public affairs for The Sydney Times.
The brothers behind famed Cronulla restaurant Homer Rogue Taverna will bring another taste of Athens to Sydney later this year with the opening of Volta, a 60-seat wine bar and ouzeri in Surf Lane. The venue is set to launch in October, just in time for summer.
Volta will be Sydney's first ouzeri, with more than 20 varietals on offer. Owners Harry and Mario Kapoulas said the venue will feature a lengthy, curated selection of wines by the glass from Greece and around the world, while ouzo will pour freely from the open-plan, custom-designed bar.
"Ouzo is Greece's national drink, you can't go anywhere, particularly in Athens, without seeing people coming together over the aperitif, enjoying the good life," Kapoulas said. "Sydneysiders have gotten more adventurous when it comes to their food and drinks choices, and we think they're ready for the great ouzo summer."
The name Volta, which means "to go out in Greek", reflects the venue's casual, convivial atmosphere. Walk-in only and designed for casual drinks and eats, the space will feature a communal dining table running down the centre, with a relaxed outdoor area filled with crates and furnishings reminiscent of Athens' bustling side streets.
Volta is located in the laneway next door to Homer Rogue Taverna, which will celebrate its first birthday in August. The venue bridges the gap between the brothers' existing venues, HAM cafe and Homer, while giving diners the opportunity to pop in before or after their dinner reservation.
The industrial and raw aesthetic of Homer gets an added layer of warmth through textured rugs and mid-20th century leather chairs. The outdoor space, with its relaxed Mediterranean feel, is designed for long summer afternoons.
For more dining options in the area, see the Eat & Drink section. The Best New Restaurants Sydney 2026 guide features Volta among the year's most anticipated openings.
The venue opens in October. No bookings will be required, making it an accessible addition to Sydney's growing bar scene.
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