2023 has seen several big hitters take a swing, from a fancy McConnell debut to an exciting spark from a young hospo couple, a Sydney import pouring wild ales and natural wines, and a beloved brewery’s revelatory expansion.These sleek breweries, bottle stores with snacks, all-purpose wine bars and fancy cocktail dens prove the line between bar and restaurant is blurrier than ever. Join Broadsheet Melbourne's editorial team to discuss the best bar openings of the year (so far). 

Featured on today's episode: 

• Apollo Inn
• Black Kite Commune 
• Follie's 
• Lilac Wine 
• Odd Culture 

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