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New Canberra bars for summer: Part One

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Summer is upon us, and that means one thing—our nights are heating up. 

With many balmy evenings ahead, there’s only one thing to do, really—find your new favourite summer bar.

Keep an eye out for Part Two, coming soon…

Rizla

 

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If you’re looking for ambience and light-hearted fun—Rizla’s your guy.

Local wines and a menu of small bites and larger plates curated by Canberra hospitality veteran—Andy Day.

Bring your dearest for an afternoon or evening of social sipping.

Read more here

 24 Lonsdale St | drinkrizla.com.au | Facebook | @drinkrizla

High Jinks

 

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Basement bars promise nothing but mischief and fun—and High Jinks offers no less. Replacing Black Market in the basement of NewActon’s Morning Glory, the definition of High Jinks is ‘rambunctious fun’ and we’ll have some of that thanks.

Hide away from your responsibilities and celebrate summer with a cocktail or two.

Basement 2/15 Edinburgh Avenue (inside Morning Glory), NewActon | highjinks.bar | @highjinks_bar 

Amici

 

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What better way to spend the warmer months than sipping on aperitifs and sampling gourmet meats, cheeses and antipasti at Amici?

Enjoy the atmosphere and soak up some classic Italian fare and paired wine. Did someone say long boozy lunch?

Read more here and here.

59 Northbourne Ave | amici.bar | Facebook | @amicicbr

Fenway

 

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Everybody knows warm weather is pub weather. Well, Woden has finally got a pub and boy, was it worth the wait!

A light-filled venue with open spaces, colourful seating and even more colourful drinks—Fenway is no dingy corner pub.

Gather some mates and soak in the summer air with a bevvy in hand and a table full of hearty pub favourites— think crispy buffalo wings, juicy burgers, salt and pepper squid. Hungry yet?

Read more here

Bradley Street, Woden | fenwaypublichouse.com.au | Facebook | @fenway_publichouse

Ostani

 

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Okay, so Ostani is already a beloved after-work spot for southsiders—but there’s even more to discover at this happy hour destination after a seriously luxe makeover.

With a super airy, open dining area, Ostani is the ideal after-work summer sip. The new chargrill menu is also season-perfect, full of flavoursome options to enjoy in the evening air.

And, to keep the night going, the cocktail menu is waiting for you.

Read more here.

Hotel Realm, 18 National Circuit, Barton | ostani.com.au | Facebook | @ostanibar 

Assembly

 

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Vibe central—that’s Assembly.

A spacious pub with a great atmosphere, great food, and an epic drink selection, it’s all in the name—this is the place to gather all your mates and family—even the kids!

The beer garden is an ideal summer meet up spot. Take a seat under the oak tree and settle in for a Sunday session.

11 Lonsdale Street | assemblycbr.com.au | Facebook | @assemblycbr

Caribou

 

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An authentic Canadian pub without the plane ticket—meet our Canadian mate, Caribou.

Staying true to its canuck roots, there are darts, pool, and loads of sport.

Head in to watch some ice hockey with a whiskey in hand while you fill up on poutine (fries loaded with cheese and gravy), mac and cheese waffles, potato skins and more.

44 Jardine Street, Kingston | cariboukingston.com.au | Facebook | @cariboukingston

Feature image: Amici. Credit: Ashley St George/Pew Pew Studio

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