Where to find beer, wine and cocktails in Melbourne's oldest suburb.

Whether you're seeking six-year-old Hibiki or 25-year-old Port Ellen, these spots have you covered.

Explore the back streets and you'll find breweries, wine bars and a hint of punk-rock attitude.

Gotta love a cold pint.

Whatever your drink, these spots have it.

There's nothing quite like beer fresh from the tank.

Drinks by the sea?

Track them down.

For bread, eggs, milk and, most importantly, mixed lollies.

These venues are kitschy, fun and often ridiculous – but they're backed up by damn good drinks.

Drinks and fresh air. It's a good combo.

When all you need is a basic beer on tap.

Who needs a sit-down dinner when you can fill up on wine and snacks?

Wrap your hands around a good one.

Cold weather calls for a steady parade of steaming bamboo baskets. These are the best in the city.

There are hundreds of cafes in the CBD. But which ones serve the best coffee?

Had it with strobe lights and smoke machines?

Tough week? These bars will fix it.

Each one of the festival's 500 shows is a great excuse for a pre- and post-show drink and dine.

These are places where vino is taken very seriously, and if you ask, the staff will be able to guide you. Most of the time, cheese and other European fare are part of the package.

Sometimes, beer and wine just don't cut it. In those times, you need cocktails. Be it a well-made Negroni, or a complex, multi-layered sipper, Melbourne has a wealth of places to partake. These are our favourites, ranging from casual spots, to table service venues where the staff wear waistcoats. But without fail, they all know their spirits.