Five cracking outdoor bars to visit now that summer has finally shown up
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I sure as heck didn’t sign up for 2022’s/2023’s take on “summer weather”.
From rain to wintery temperatures (seriously HAD NO ONE TOLD THE WEATHER IT’S FEBRUARY?), summer was off to a slow start.
Luckily, the outrage of 400,000 Canberrans who want a proper summer seems to have *manifested* some sun—and what better way to celebrate than heading to an outdoor bar this weekend? So here’s a mix of old and new favourites to enjoy now that summer is finally here.
The Jetty (Parkes)
The vibe: The buzzy excitement that comes with the opening of a pop-up bar (courtesy of Kingston’s The Dock).
Order: A grazing board and some BentSpoke tinnies.
Armada Bar (Barton)
The vibe: Elevated lakeside chic. It’s the second summer of The Boat House’s outdoor offshoot.
Order: A bottle of fizz to share with the table and some oysters. Oh—and try the chips!
The Pop Inn (Barton)
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The vibe: Canberra’s OG pop-up outdoor bar. Bring a picnic rug.
Order: A glass of local wine
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The Bar at Snapper & Co. (Yarralumla)
The vibe: Relaxed family-friendly lakeside picnic spot
Order: A pitcher of Pimms for the table (they also serve gelato!)
The House of Bubbles (Kingston)
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The vibe: Champagne served out of a vintage van. Yes, you read that right
Order: Champagne (obviously) or an Aperol Spritz
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The Howling Moon (Braddon)
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(Okay, this isn’t technically an outdoor bar, it’s an enclosed rooftop bar…but it sure is nice to be there on a sunny day)
The vibe: Vibrant cocktails and views for days
Order: One of their signature cocktails and a pizza to share
Feature image: Armada Bar. Credit: James Souter.
