Start your day on the right note at one of these conscious cafes.
Secluded green reserves, historic sites and parks with unbeatable harbour views make for some of the city's top al fresco spots.
Waterfront vistas, city views and friendly pups — you can enjoy all at these green patches with a drink in hand.
Unfortunately, you will have to leave your fuzzy slippers at home.
Because sitting outside with a pint is one of life's simple pleasures — no matter the weather.
These Melbourne pubs bring the cosy vibes with live gigs and open mic nights.
90 Stockdill Drive, Holt
Strathnairn Arts' on-site vegetarian cafe is dedicated to employing and training female migrants and refugees.
Can't make it to the stadium? Cheer your team on from one of these cosy pubs.
148 Bunda Street, Canberra
A sleek Japanese diner with a six-course set menu for just $40.
297 Barkly Street, Footscray
This 25-seat bar is an ode to the world's greatest speakeasies.
Treat the cake-hater in your life to monster-sized eclairs, birthday breakfasts and boozy Italian desserts.
Warm yourself from the inside out with a hearty bowl of brekkie ramen or sweet and sour soup.
Forget the beach — head west to walk through wetlands and zipline through the trees.
9 Rangers Road, Neutral Bay
This sleek cafe on the lower north shore serves up lobster toast, flaky croissants and quality cups of joe.
You're not limited to the inner city when it comes to group-friendly options for you and your crew.
106 Railway Terrace, Merrylands
This Syrian restaurant has banquet options for all appetites.
From Cali-inspired bars in courtyards and go-to lunch spots to unique gift shops and organic butchers.
90-96 Maribyrnong Street, Footscray
The veg-heavy menu is designed to share in this one-time wool factory.
57 Byron Street, Footscray
A cosy neighbourhood brunch spot with an ever-changing, seasonal menu.
629 Sydney Road, Brunswick
What it says on the tin — nothing more, nothing less.