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Essendon Restaurants & Dining

Enjoy dining at one of 20 Essendon restaurants listed here.

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About Essendon Restaurants

Essendon is in the Melbourne region. In Essendon, restaurants are as diverse as they are numerous, attracting people from surrounding areas. More restaurants can be found in suburbs around Essendon.

Award Winning Restaurants in Essendon

Check the restaurants listed here to see if there are any Award Winning Restaurants in Essendon. AGFG's Award Winning Restaurants are the result of careful deliberation. Inspectors appointed by AGFG dine anonymously. Numerous restaurants have been awarded Chef Hats throughout Australia.

The Australian Good Food Guide invites you to indulge your inner critic and vote for your favourite restaurant in Essendon. Today Australian chefs are widely regarded to be amongst the world's best. If you believe a restaurant in Essendon is deserving of recognition, you can vote for that restaurant in the AGFG Chef of the Year competition or simply leave a comment as a reader review.

Restaurant Reviews in Essendon: Read what real diners have to say about Restaurants in Essendon.

Reader Reviews are a great way to find out what other passionate diners think about restaurants in Essendon. The views and opinions expressed in these reviews are those of individual readers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of AGFG, it's directors, management, employees, contractors, consultants or agents.

Restaurant Styles in Essendon

Dining in Essendon can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Tipping is optional in restaurants, but none the less very much appreciated. If you are pleased with the service it is customary to leave a tip of 5-10%.

Every restaurant operates on their own opening and closing times but as a guide:

  • Breakfast: 7am - 10am
  • Lunch: 12noon – 2pm
  • Dinner: 6pm - 9:30pm

* We advise you check individual restaurant opening hours before visiting.

Essendon Restaurant Ratings

The crossed spoon and fork symbols are representative of the restaurants setting décor & style. These ratings are independent of the restaurants food rating. View the minimum requirements for each level of restaurant rating in Essendon and around Australia.

Restaurant Facilities in Essendon

Facilities for restaurants in Essendon are listed using symbols. Note: Establishment s with the Disabled Access symbol are establishments that have dedicated disabled facilities.

Restaurant Prices in Essendon

Prices are given for Restaurants in Essendon where ascertainable. Prices for each restaurant reflect a two course meal (entrée & main course) unless otherwise noted. These prices are approximations and variations may occur.

Restaurant News & Events: All the latest News, Events & Specials in Essendon.

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Accuracy of Restaurants descriptions & information in Essendon

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the restaurant descriptions and information contained on this website. Notwithstanding, restaurants in Essendon may change and prices may vary. Restaurants do not always perform consistently; menus are subject to change and Chef's can move. The dishes we have described may no longer be available when you visit. Whilst every effort has been made to keep the information on this site as accurate as possible, AGFG assumes no responsibility for errors, changes, omissions, inconveniences or incurred loss as a result of any inaccuracy. See our disclaimer

We hope our overview of restaurants in Essendon has been of assistance.

Essendon Restaurants - Mambo Italiano
Licensed Cafes & Licensed Informal Restaurants  

Mambo Italiano - Essendon Restaurants

Customer CarparkAir ConditionedFireplaceFully LicensedBYO (Wine Only)FunctionsAlfrescoVegetarian OptionsTake AwayGluten Free OptionsChild Friendly

Cuisine: Contemporary Italian   Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $30  

Address: 182 Keilor Rd Essendon VIC 3041

Sure, dining at Mambo Italiano is a more rustic occasion than what you’ll experience at some more ostentatious Melbourne Italian Restaurants, but you are sure to leave with a smile on your face and a whole lot of authentic Sicilian fare in your belly. The down to earth menu may include Ricotta and Parmesan Cheese stuffed calamari tubes or a fantastic version of stufato di pesce in crosta: traditional Sicilian fish stew - served in a bowl made of bread dough.

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Essendon Restaurants - Omni Restaurant Cafe
Licensed Restaurants in Stylish Surrounds  

Omni Restaurant Cafe - Essendon Restaurants

Air ConditionedFully LicensedPrivate DiningFunctionsAlfresco

Cuisine: Meditteranean   Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35  

Address: 349 Keilor Rd Essendon VIC 3041

Located in the busy, beautiful North Essendon, Omni restaurant and café boasts Mediterranean cuisine which si sure to entice food lovers after something unique. Omni, from the Latin meaning ‘for all’ is a dining experience that provides attentive service, great food and a warm welcome to all. Owners Stephen and Joanne have each spent many years in the hospitality industry and their dedication and passion is prevalent throughout their new venture, Omni.

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Essendon Restaurants - The Roaring Twenties Restaurant & Bar
Licensed Restaurants in Stylish Surrounds  

The Roaring Twenties Restaurant & Bar - Essendon Restaurants

Air ConditionedFireplacePianist/Live MusicFully LicensedPrivate DiningFunctionsAlfrescoVegetarian OptionsDisabled AccessGluten Free OptionsChild FriendlyRomantic

Cuisine: European/Australian Cuisine   Price: Entree $16.00 to $18.00, Main $27.00 to $34.00, Dessert $12.00 to $14.00  

Address: 131 Buckley Street Essendon VIC 3041

Roaring Twenties is appropriately housed in a charming art deco building (circa 1928), set over two storey’s which cleverly incorporates dining surrounds, a striking bar and a luxurious lounge area by the eye-catching centerpiece; the marble fireplace, imported from Florence. Appreciated by those who enjoy a pampering in setting evocative of a past era, with lavish dark wooded hues, fairy lights & the mellow glow of subdued lighting, this venue oozes with style and sophistication.....

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Great Expectations - Essendon Restaurants

Air ConditionedFully LicensedBYO (Wine Only)Private DiningFunctionsRomantic

Cuisine: Seafood   Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $50  

Address: 55 Fletcher St Essendon VIC 3041

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Ameer - Essendon Restaurants

Air ConditionedFully LicensedBYO (Wine Only)Private DiningFunctionsTake Away

Cuisine: Indian   Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35  

Address: 15 Leake St Essendon VIC 3041

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China Max - Essendon Restaurants

Air ConditionedFully LicensedBYO (Wine Only)FunctionsTake Away

Cuisine: Modern Asian   Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35  

Address: 6 Keilor Rd Essendon VIC 3041

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Colours Restaurant - Essendon Restaurants

Air ConditionedFully LicensedBYO (Wine Only)FunctionsTake Away

Cuisine: International   Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $25  

Address: 924 Mt Alexander Rd Essendon VIC 3041

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Fidel's Cafe Bar - Essendon Restaurants

Air ConditionedFully LicensedFunctionsAlfrescoDisabled AccessTake AwayDegustation Menu

Cuisine: Italian   Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $25  

Address: 1116-1118 Mt Alexander Rd Essendon VIC 3041

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Glenroy RSL - Essendon Restaurants

Customer CarparkAir ConditionedPianist/Live MusicFully LicensedFunctionsAlfrescoVegetarian OptionsDisabled AccessGluten Free OptionsBarChild FriendlyRomantic

Cuisine: Australian   Price: Entree $8.00 to $10.00, Main $10.00 to $25.00, Dessert $4.50  

Address: 186 Glenroy Road Essendon VIC 3041

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Grand Room Restaurant Cafe - Essendon Restaurants

Air ConditionedFireplaceFully LicensedBYO (Wine Only)Private DiningFunctionsAlfresco

Cuisine: International   Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35  

Address: 4/1142 Mt Alexander Rd Essendon VIC 3041

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Imperial Garden - Essendon Restaurants

Customer CarparkAir ConditionedFully LicensedBYO (Wine Only)

Cuisine: Chinese   Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35  

Address: 365 Buckley St Essendon VIC 3041

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Laziza Middle Eastern Cuisine - Essendon Restaurants

Air ConditionedPianist/Live MusicFully LicensedBYO (Wine Only)FunctionsAlfrescoDisabled AccessTake AwayDegustation Menu

Cuisine: Middle Eastern   Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35  

Address: 304 Keilor Rd Essendon VIC 3041

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Mamma Lina's - Essendon Restaurants

Air ConditionedFully LicensedFunctionsAlfrescoDisabled AccessTake Away

Cuisine: International   Price: Entree $8.50 to $12.50, Main $18.00 to $24.00, Dessert $8.00  

Address: 257 Keilor Rd Essendon VIC 3041

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Max - Essendon Restaurants

Air ConditionedFireplaceFully LicensedBYO (Wine Only)Private DiningFunctionsAlfrescoTake Away

Cuisine: Italian   Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $25  

Address: 1-5 Leake St Essendon VIC 3041

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Unlicensed Cafe/Family Style Establishments  

Mexicali Cantina - Essendon Restaurants

Air ConditionedFireplaceFully LicensedBYO (Wine Only)FunctionsAlfrescoVegetarian OptionsTake AwayGluten Free OptionsChild FriendlyRomantic

Cuisine: Mexican   Price: Entree $5.95 to $10.95, Main $16.95 to $29.95, Dessert $8.50  

Address: 21 Glass Street Essendon VIC 3041

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Nongkhai Thai Restaurant - Essendon Restaurants

Air ConditionedFully LicensedBYO (Wine Only)Vegetarian OptionsTake AwayGluten Free OptionsChild Friendly

Cuisine: Thai   Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $25  

Address: 356 Pascoe Vale Road Essendon VIC 3041

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Royal Hotel - Essendon Restaurants

Air ConditionedFireplacePianist/Live MusicFully LicensedAlfrescoDisabled AccessBar

Cuisine: Australian   Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35  

Address: 873 Mt Alexander Rd Essendon VIC 3041

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Secret Recipes - Essendon Restaurants

Air ConditionedBYO (Wine Only)FunctionsTake Away

Cuisine: Asian   Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $25  

Address: 327 Keilor Rd Essendon VIC 3041

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Soda Bubbles - Essendon Restaurants

Air ConditionedFireplaceFully LicensedFunctionsAlfrescoTake Away

Cuisine: Australian   Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $25  

Address: 12-14 Napier Street Essendon VIC 3041

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Taj India Cafe & Restaurant - Essendon Restaurants

Air ConditionedFully LicensedBYO (Wine Only)FunctionsTake AwayDegustation Menu

Cuisine: Indian   Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $25  

Address: 1142 Mt Alexander Rd Essendon VIC 3041

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2 - 12 of April 2010 : Spanish Film Festival @ Basque Tapas and Wine

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4 of March 2010 - 30 of April 2010 : Tuesdays Special- BYO Night @ Va Bene Pizzeria

Tuesday night is the only night in which you can BYO. So BYO, Bottle of Wine only - corkage only $5.

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4 of September 2009 - 4 of September 2010 : Sunday Blues Sessions @ Bay Hotel Mordialloc

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Check out the weekly specials and up-coming events at The Bay Hotel...see below for further details

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15 of March 2010 - 15 of April 2010 : Food & Beverage Calendar of Events 2009-2010 @ Windows Restaurant at The Sebel Albert Park

View our latest calendar of events, showcasing the special dinners, occasions and specials on offer at Windows and throughout The Sebel Albert Park hotel....see brochure below...

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1 of March 2010 - 1 of June 2010 : New Cocktails @ Left Bank Melbourne

To keep up with the newly released menu there is soon to be a new cocktail menu. Classic old favourites plus new creations will be on the menu. Visit the team at Left Bank to see what all the fuss is ...

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18 of March 2010 - 18 of June 2010 : What's On ???? @ Basque Tapas and Wine

the what's on page of website is constantly being updated, so read on to find out more about our coming events...

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21 of January 2010 - 21 of April 2010 : Open Buffet on the Weekends @ Harambe Restaurant

Enjoy an open buffet on Friday and Saturday nights for $20 pp, this includes vegetarian and non vegatarian options plus rice, salad, and breads. conditions may apply

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15 of March 2010 - 15 of June 2010 : Functions and Catering @ Basque Tapas and Wine

For a function with a difference, where having a good time is key, come join us at Basque Tapas and Wine. Family occasions, staff parties, or just a group of friends getting together, Basque Tapas and...

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12 of June 2009 - 12 of June 2010 : Functions, Meetings & Special Events ...to impress @ Tuscan Bar Melbourne

Whether you are looking for a formal sit down dining experience or a more relaxed cocktail style function the Tuscan lounge can provide that “wow” factor you are looking for.

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12 of June 2009 - 12 of June 2010 : Takeaway available @ Machan Indian Restaurant

Looking for a cosy night on the lounge? Don't feel like cooking? Machan offers take-away at great prices....

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19 of June 2009 - 19 of June 2010 : Media Coverage @ Pie In The Sky

Pie in the Sky, has featured in a variety of ways in the media including: * Channel 9 GetAway Show * That's Life Magazine * Customer's Blog on the Internet

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18 of March 2010 : STARS OF AMERICA @ Number 8 Restaurant & Wine Bar at Crown

Hailing from the critically acclaimed Manresa restaurant in Los Gatos, California, this two star Michelin chef will inspire Melbourne diners with his pursuit of exceptional ingredients and unexpected ...

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2 of October 2009 - 2 of October 2010 : Dinner à prix fixe @ Chez Olivier Le Bistro

Indulge in a sensational Three course dinner for only $38.50 (inc GST) *Conditions apply

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1 of March 2010 - 1 of June 2010 : New March Menu @ Left Bank Melbourne

Its all this March at Left Bank with an exciting new menu. There's heaps on offer- small plates, large plates, lunch dishes and much more. Why not check it out? It's available 7 days a week.

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19 of November 2009 - 29 of April 2010 : Next Door @ Va Bene Pizzeria

In celebration of our first birthday in December, we are excited to announce next door – our new private dining space catering for up to 50 guests…literally next door to our restaurant. Come in and

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7 of May 2009 - 29 of April 2010 : Pizza making Master Classes with Marisa Travain @ Va Bene Pizzeria

Why not try your hand at preparing your own pizza base & toppings with head chef Marisa Travain in her new Monday night Master Classes. Encourage a friend, a group of friends or even a bunch of work ...

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30 of November 2009 - 1 of June 2010 : Home Delivery , Takeaway & Specials @ Pinocchio's Pizza Restaurant

Full menu available for Home Delivery and Takeaway including Home Delivery alcohol. Large selection of Traditional & Gourmet Pizzas served on thin crisp base using premium quality local & imported ing...

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8 of March 2010 - 8 of June 2010 : Bookings @ Gurkhas Brasserie

Please make an online booking by completing the form below and we will confirm your booking as soon as possible.

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13 of May 2009 - 11 of May 2010 : Functions @ European Bier Cafe

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