"It's a bucket of bacon. Nuff said."
A study done on bar peanuts revealed the presence of 27 different types of urine. With that in mind, we're steering clear of the little bowl and ordering something more unusual, delicious and pee-free.
What: Jalapeno Poppers.
Where do you get it: Barbuto - 5/16 Ocean St, Narrabeen.
Why should you get it: The other reason to stake out the bar (aside from the good looking staff) is their friend jalapenos stuffed with cheese and aioli. It is one hell of an addictively delicious way to clear your sinuses.
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What: Saltwater crocodile pizza.
Where do you get it: The Australian Hotel - 100 Cumberland St, The Rocks.
Why should you get it: It's not really a bar snack, more a bar meal, but it's one Crocodile Dundee would have ordered. The saltwater crocodile pizza is marinated in spicy coconut cream and fresh Thai herbs. Snap!
What: Katsu sandwich.
Where do you get it: Momofuku Seiobo Bar - The Star, 80 Pyrmont St.
Why should you get it: Walk-in only, the reinvented bar menu includes some strange and wonderful culinary inventions like this new take on a lunch box staple. Goes well with a colourful bowl of mixed pickles.
What: Bucket of bacon.
Where do you get it: The Xing - 13 O'Brien St Bondi Beach.
Why should you get it: It's a bucket of bacon. It goes well with red wine. Nuff said.