Hochi Mama serves up delicious Vietnamese cuisine, street food style. They have a great outdoor dining area for sun lovers and a delicious menu utilising contemporary flavours. You can expect delicious Vietnamese inspired dishes like chicken banh bao, Saigon curry crispy pork hok and Hanoi seafood spring rolls. The main star though is the cocktails which also incorporates Vietnamese flavours such as lemongrass and coconut.

Overlooking the Yarra River, you couldn’t pick a prettier spot for a bit to eat. Fatto Bar and Cantina offers an outdoor heated terrace that runs the whole length of the building, so you don’t have to worry what the weathers like. Grab some antipasto or specials like the formaggi burger and $10 pizzas and soak up the Melbourne city skyline.

For the best outdoor dining Melbourne has to offer, look no further than The Boathouse. It’s one of the best spots for a summery drink along the Maribyrnong River and features a whimsically decorated outdoor area. The menu features modern Australian dishes and more seafood and meat than you can eat.

This lively outdoor bar and eatery is one of the most well-known spots for the best outdoor dining Melbourne has to offer. Arbory Bar and Eatery sits on the heart of the CBD, the Yarra River. With uninterrupted views and boasting a huge outdoor dining area, you’ll have no problem finding a nice spot to settle in and enjoy the spectacular river views and a bite to eat.

Bomba’s rooftop bar is one of the best outdoor restaurants Melbourne has to offer. The two level venue pays homage to Spanish workers bar and was inspired by the modern bodega. Take a seat on the rooftop bar and take in the scenes while eating some of Bomba’s flavourful tapas.

Just opposite the Brunswick city baths you’ll find Howler, a converted warehouse featuring a light and airy garden oasis. Pull up a chair in the garden and grab a cocktail for some outdoorsy vibes. Two performance spaces also means there is never a dull moment at Howler with live DJs, bands, art exhibitions and screenings.

Sitting above its famous pintxos bar, Naked for Satan, Naked in the Sky provides some of the best views of the CBD making it a fantastic option for outdoor dining in Melbourne. The menu is heavily skewed towards Spanish cuisine with flavours from the Basque region. The drinks list will not disappoint either with Spanish beers and ciders, cava and more.

Located in Melbourne’s South Wharf, The Boatbuilders Yard is a unique spot for some alfresco dining.  This place is so scenically beautiful that people get married here. It offers a year round summer beer garden feel and has endless drink and food options making it one of the best outdoor restaurants Melbourne has to offer.

The bamboo encircled rooftop area at Uncle is the perfect spot for some outdoor dining in Melbourne. When most people think ‘Vietnamese’ they think pho, but the cool thing here is that you can order a ‘mini’ pho to save room for the other delicious menu items. Plus it’s the only Vietnamese restaurant with a rooftop terrace.

Slate Restaurant and Bar has some beautifully zoned off spaces, including a rooftop bar and a front and back terrace. You won’t need to worry about the weather either as it’s fully protected against rain, hail or shine. Inspired by New York rooftop bars, it’s slick and sophisticated and the perfect spot for some alfresco dining in Melbourne.

If you’re after something a bit different than the usual outdoor restaurants then look no further than Melbourne’s National Gallery of Victoria Garden Restaurant. If you have the time, settle in with a two or three course lunch special with wine included. The beautiful outdoor space is also reflected throughout the menu through its use of seasonal produce plucked straight from the soil.

Garden State Hotel has a whopping four levels with a two level beer garden to satisfy your outdoor dining needs. Select from a comprehensive list of cocktails, craft brews, wines and a serious whisky collection. Grab something from the small bites menu, like the snapper and dill croquettes or the spiced cauliflower fritters.

At The Bridge Hotel, nothing could be more quintessentially Melbourne than a pub with a cobblestone land running through it. It’s all about bringing the outdoors in, with five themed areas it’s like a a mini city in itself. Balconies and terraced spots make great places for outdoor dining with traditional pub food and seasonal mains.

Punchbowl Canteen is situated in a huge airy converted warehouse and offers up a simple but excellently executed menu. The outdoor dining area makes for a great spot to sit in the sunshine with a nice meal and a coffee and also includes a custom made wood fire to fight even the slightest chill in the Melbourne weather.

Lona’s philosophy is all about sharing and trying new flavours. From shared tapas to pork and crackling sliders, it’s all about a shared dining experience. The newly renovated Garden Bar is the perfect place for some outdoor dining while you share a plate of tasty tapas and a beer with some friends.

If you want a great outdoor restaurant with summer vibes then Pilgrim is one of the best outdoor dining spots in Melbourne. It’s architecturally beautiful and surrounded by foliage and wooden beams set against the backdrop of the river. It’s seasonally bespoke food is wonderfully indulgent and paired with a selection of boutique beers and wines, is a recipe for a good time.

Just next door to the Melbourne Exhibition and Convention Centre, The General Assembly is a great place for some outdoor dining in Melbourne. The outdoor dining areas offer a relaxed atmosphere with stunning river views. For the menu, there’s lots of tasty share plates, seafood like tiger prawns and salmon rillettes, grass fed locally sourced steak and lamb, plus local and import beer and wine.

Movida Aqui offers a Spanish respite from the hustle and bustle of the city. It’s big, it’s open and it has a killer outdoor dining area. For the menu think big whole joints grilled to perfection over charcoal, slow braised beef cheeks and rustic paella perfect for sharing in groups in the outdoor dining area.

The resurrected and reinvigorated, Terminus Hotel returns with a fresh new look and a huge urban jungle beer garden. The leafy beer garden is a great spot for some outdoor dining and a look at the menu will have your taste buds salivating. On top of that there’s a broad selection of craft and draught beers, spirits, cocktails and ciders.

If you’re in the mood for some Italian, you can’t look past De Guido. The menu gives a real slice of Venetian taste and style, serving up traditional dishes by trained Italian chefs. Pasta is made fresh every day using only the best and most natural ingredients. The outdoor dining area is a real treat on warm evening or even on cooler nights with blankets and heating provided. Da Guido La Pasta is one of the best outdoor restaurants Melbourne has to offer.