The Caterpillar Club

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The Caterpillar Club is a late-night underground cocktail bar and live-music venue in Sydney’s CBD, featuring a 200-seat space, an extensive vinyl record collection, and regular live bands and DJs.

Sydney, Australia
thecaterpillarclubsydney.com
Owned by Swillhouse

About The Caterpillar Club

The Caterpillar Club is a late‑night underground cocktail bar and live-music venue located in Sydney’s CBD, known for its intimate, 200-seat space, extensive vinyl record collection, and regular lineup of live bands and DJs. Guests can expect classic and signature cocktails, a curated selection of spirits, wine and beer, and a rotating program of DJs and live performances that lean into soul, funk, jazz, and contemporary sounds. As a dedicated nightlife spot, it typically operates in the evenings and late into the night, attracting both locals and visitors looking for a more boutique, music-focused bar experience.

A charge from “The Caterpillar Club” on your bank or card statement is usually linked to in‑venue spending, such as bar tabs for cocktails and drinks, food or snacks, door entry on certain live-music nights, or ticketed special events. Depending on how you paid, you might see individual charges for each round of drinks, or a single consolidated amount if you opened a tab and settled it at the end of the night. Some banks may initially show a small pre-authorization or an estimated amount when a tab is opened, which is later adjusted to the final total when the bill is closed. If you purchased tickets to a special event or show promoted by the venue, those may also appear under The Caterpillar Club’s merchant name.

If you’re unsure about a Caterpillar Club charge, start by checking your calendar, messages, and receipts (including emailed receipts from your payment provider or wallet apps) for the night in question, as well as any event or ticket confirmations. Compare the amount to typical bar spends or any cover charges you might have agreed to at the door. For detailed questions, visit thecaterpillarclubsydney.com to find current contact details or social channels and reach out with the exact transaction date and amount so staff can look up your bill. If the charge still doesn’t look familiar, contact your bank or card issuer to review options such as disputing the transaction or requesting more information from the merchant.

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  1. The Caterpillar Club C Sydney AU

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I see a charge from The Caterpillar Club on my statement if I don’t remember paying there?

Many patrons visit The Caterpillar Club as part of a night out in Sydney’s CBD, often with group tabs or multiple bar stops, so the specific venue name may be easy to forget later. The charge might relate to a shared tab that was settled on your card, a round of drinks you paid for the group, or door entry for a live band or DJ night. Check messages with friends, rideshare receipts and photos from that date to confirm whether you were at, or near, the venue.

What kinds of amounts typically appear for charges from The Caterpillar Club?

Most charges are for bar tabs or individual drink purchases, which can range from smaller amounts (for one or two drinks) to larger totals if you ran a tab for a group or stayed for an extended period. On some nights there may be ticketed or cover charges for live music or special events, which can appear as a separate, smaller charge in addition to your bar spend. Your bank statement will typically list the total you signed for or tapped at the end of your visit, not the itemized breakdown of each drink.

Can The Caterpillar Club place a pre-authorization hold on my card?

Yes, like many bars, The Caterpillar Club may place a temporary pre-authorization when you open a bar tab with a physical card. This can show up as a pending charge, sometimes for a round figure, which is later adjusted to the final amount when your tab is closed. The initial hold should drop off automatically once the final charge is processed, usually within a few business days, depending on your bank.

How do I get a copy of my receipt or an itemized bill from The Caterpillar Club?

If you didn’t receive a printed receipt at the venue, you can usually request a copy by contacting The Caterpillar Club with the date of your visit, the approximate time, the last four digits of your card, and the exact amount of the charge. Visit thecaterpillarclubsydney.com to find current contact information or social media links and send your request. Staff can then search their point‑of‑sale records and, where available, provide an itemized breakdown of your tab.

How do I dispute or question a charge from The Caterpillar Club?

First, verify the date, time, and amount against your own records and any friends who were with you, since group tabs can be confusing. If something still looks wrong—such as duplicate charges or a total that doesn’t match what you remember signing—contact The Caterpillar Club directly through the details on thecaterpillarclubsydney.com with your transaction information. If you’re unable to resolve it with the venue or suspect fraud, contact your bank or card issuer to report the issue and start a dispute process.

Does The Caterpillar Club offer refunds or adjustments if I was charged incorrectly?

If there was a genuine billing error—such as a duplicate transaction, an incorrect amount, or a tab that was accidentally assigned to the wrong card—the venue can typically void or partially refund the charge once they verify the mistake in their system. Reach out to them as soon as possible with your receipt (if you have one), transaction details, and any supporting information. Refund timing will depend on your bank, but it usually takes a few business days for the credit to appear.

Can I have a tab split across multiple cards at The Caterpillar Club?

In most cases, staff can help split a final bill among several cards at the time you settle the tab, but the system will record each split as a separate charge. If you agreed to pay for the full tab at the venue and then settled up with friends later, your statement will naturally show the entire amount on your card. If there was confusion when splitting the bill and you believe you were overcharged, contact the venue with the time of payment and details of how the bill was meant to be divided.

Why is the merchant name on my statement slightly different from “The Caterpillar Club”?

Some banks may abbreviate or slightly alter the venue name, or show the registered business name associated with The Caterpillar Club rather than the exact bar name. This can make the charge look unfamiliar even though it’s legitimate. If the charge date and amount line up with a night out in Sydney’s CBD, it is likely connected to your visit there; you can confirm by contacting the venue or asking your bank for the full merchant descriptor.

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