For a city with such temperamental weather, we sure do have a lot of rooftop bars. The reason? Because we know what to do with then when the weather heads south. Case in point: Fitzroy’s Provincial Hotel is back with another ripper winter rooftop session.
This year, the Provincial has swapped crepes for bottomless waffles after teaming up with Wild Turkey American Honey. This breakfast feast will feature a mix of savoury and sweet waffles served with toppings like Tasmanian smoked salmon, various cheeses, curried eggs, pan-fried chorizo, charcuterie, fresh fruits and Melbourne-made honey. GF friends fear not – the waffles can easily be swapped out for gluten-free pikelets.
You’ll also get bottomless drinks like wine, beer and sparkling for a two-hour period. Or if you’re feeling extra fancy, you can try one of the Provincial’s American Honey cocktails including a Bacon & Honey Old Fashioned, a Sweet and Sour Iced Tea, and an American Honey John Collins.
The Provincial Winter Rooftop is running every Saturday and Sunday, from 11am until 1pm, until August 31. The brunch package is $60 per person for bottomless drinks and waffles with DIY toppings.
And don’t worry about the wind chill factor. The Provincial has put up a huge rooftop marquee with plenty of heaters to keep you toasty on those cooler winter days.
