Looking across at Ponyfish Island bar under the bridge.

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Ponyfish Island

Melbourne


Not content with hiding bars down laneways or on rooftops, Melburnians are finding ever more creative spots to do their drinking. Where better than mid-river, atop the pylon of a bridge arcing over the Yarra? It's a surprisingly good spot to knock back beers while snacking on beer-friendly Mexican food. It packs out in good weather.