The Garden Is Vine Double Bay's New Al Fresco Bar

Visiting Vine Double Bay? Then prepare to say goodbye to the venue's French provincial farmhouse-themed entrance and hello to thriving new al fresco bar. That'd be The Garden, which takes over a space that has undergone a greenhouse-inspired makeover — complete with hedges, hanging plants, potted greens and a plant library, creating a light and breezy space perfect for spending a lazy, sunny afternoon.

Vine's current executive chef Drew Bolton heads up the menu at the new hotspot, which opened on September 7. Expect his usual focus on fresh, natural, organic, farm-to-table produce in the new al fresco setting.

Plus, for those keen on a tipple as well as something tasty, esteemed mixologist Jason Crawley has hand-crafted the drinks list. The co-founder of Simple Syrup Co was recently named number six on Bartender magazine's most influential countdown, and has come up with a range of options featuring fruity, aromatic gin and vodka-based cocktails, as well as classic beers, wines and spirits.

The bar joins what's fast becoming Double Bay's busy restaurant and bar scene. In fact, nearby The Sheaf's own garden bar opened in June last year.

Find The Garden at Vine Double Bay, 2 Short St, Double Bay. For more information, visit the restaurant's website.