Best Beer Gardens

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Not many people know about this place. It's a real hideout and it has a bit of a Melbourne feel as well. Grab a couchy spot outside, then kick back. There's beer, sunshine (usually), background tunes, pizza and some cocktails. Service is friendly and a little left of the middle. It's vintage Darlinghurst.

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The beer garden here buzzes in summer. It packs out with hordes of Newtown pub moochers who scoff burgers and sink schooners. No attitude. Just relaxed, boozy lounging in the open air. Ahhhh!

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This one is ideal for weekdays and is great if you're working in the city and want a sneaky 3pm bevvie. Where else can you drink in the city and work on your tan at the same time? At Ryan's, there's beer, there's sun and there's often sports coverage on big screens. The crowd is corporate and suity. Expect to pick up - or be picked up - on Friday nights.

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Eastern suburb princesses and designer lads like this joint. It's a classic pub with a poser edge. Well it's right in Double Bay, so that's the way it goes! I like it too. Order a beer, soak up the rays and tell everyone about your new BMW or latest investment acquisition... or whatever.