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Photograph: Graham Denholm

Outdoor drinking and dining in Melbourne

Time Out's picks of the essential eats and drinks to be had across the city when the weather's playing nice

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Time Out editors
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Unlike sunny Sydney, Melbourne isn't known for its consistently good weather. What we are known for, however, is our intense enthusiasm for the sun when it finally decides to show its face. We flock to verdant beer gardens, expansive rooftop bars and postcard-perfect picnic spots for as long as the weather holds out; these are some of our favourites.

Need to cool down? Dip into one of Melbourne's best swimming spots or try one of our best beaches.