Where to eat and drink at White Night

Open until 7am.
Look out for: Pop-up cafés and bars, and food trucks in Carlton Gardens by Rathdowne Street.

Open until "late".
Look out: Lots of small plates to share while you talk about the projection on the Royal Exhibition Building and the cartoon animals set up in Carlton Gardens.

Open until 7am.
Look out for: Simple but delicious bites (think wraps and toasties) along with an overwhelming pastry and sweet selection. 

Open until "late".
Look out for: The signature xiao long bao, the steamed soup dumplings pleated to a perfect 18-fold pucker, are the Platonic ideal of the XLB.

Open until 6am.
Look out for: The winning combination of whisky and beer to pick you up in the middle of the night. Plus try the cheese and charcuterie for a much-needed salt infusion. 

Open until 7am.
Look out for: Gringo influences in the form of sticky lamb ribs or traditional Mexican fare like soft tortilla tacos with pulled pork and pineapple.

Open until 5am.
Look out for: Bird's eye view of the projections on the State Library's exterior. Just get a seat on the balcony area.

Open until 7am.
Look out for: Cocktails, whisky, blues, good service and perhaps most importantly, Reuben sandwiches.

Open until 7am.
Look out for: Comfy leather stools and curvaceous booths to give you a break after all the standing and walking. Try the Freedom Blueberry Rye served on the rocks, or shoot back the charry Ole Smoky Harley Davidson version.