Hidden gems: Restaurants in Essendon

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Essendon. This list contains 262 places from Restaurant category.

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Madera Bar & Cafe
Cafe
👍👍 I didn't think I'd ever write a review just to mention the humble Vegimite & Cheese scrolls, but here we are! Fantastic service and excellent coffee. And as mentioned, the scroll was out of this world.
5.00 (106 reviews) (~6.55 km from centre)
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Aster European Dining
Restaurant
👍👍 I went for a Friday night dinner with a friend, and the food, service, and atmosphere were impeccable. They were not busy, so the food came out in such a timely manner and was cooked to perfection. The Steaks in particular stood out, but all of our meals were amazing. I would highly recommend this r...
5.00 (88 reviews) (~9.88 km from centre)
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Amphawa cafe & Thai restaurant
Traditional restaurant
👍👍 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ highly recommend We ordered two fantastic food which was Khao-Soi Chicken and Spaghetti Kee Mao. The food was amazing and reasonable prices! We finished them all! The service and staff was very friendly. Really good food in a lovely atmosphere. 🥰
5.00 (84 reviews) (~9.81 km from centre)
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tasteport
Greek restaurant
👍👍 Amazing customer service and food. The owners are so kind and the food was authentic and delicious (also well priced). Will definitely be back
5.00 (67 reviews) (~9.91 km from centre)
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Grillers Mark (Carlton) - Cafe, Burger Bar & Grill
Restaurant
👍👍 Exceptional food and service. Affordable and welcoming restaurant in the heart of Lygon street Brunswick. This is the place for a street go to burger or dine down on a steak/ribs. We'll definitely be back.
5.00 (60 reviews) (~7.39 km from centre)
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JD'S Place Northcote
Breakfast restaurant
👍👍 Great atmosphere and staff, plenty of delicious food options as well as desserts, magnificent coffee brewed as you wait and yummy Milkshakes made fresh. Enjoyed a delicious brunch which really did hit the spot. Well worth a visit any day of the week.
5.00 (31 reviews) (~7.66 km from centre)
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ZIGGY'S EATERY
Takeout restaurant
👍👍 It is so good to have an affordable, casual dining place open during the day in this section of Lygon Street. The onion rings are super crispy and the halloumi burger is delicious and super well balanced.
5.00 (30 reviews) (~5.78 km from centre)
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Purple Rabbit
Fast food restaurant
👍👍 A must try ! Delicious food, the greatest service and all round 10/10 vibes I had the samosa chat with the garlic naan, best garlic naan of my life
5.00 (29 reviews) (~3.18 km from centre)
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Ahadu Ethiopian Restaurant & cafe
Restaurant
👍👍 If Melbourne hospitality is dead, it is reborn in Sunshine at Ahadu. The best dining experience.
5.00 (26 reviews) (~8.28 km from centre)
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uncle t burgers
Restaurant
👍👍 Omg this place is amazing... the burgers are better than any other burger joints.... highly reccomend this place ..... friendly staff ... all the burgers are freshly made...
5.00 (26 reviews) (~3.18 km from centre)
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Al Nada Sweets
Lebanese restaurant
👍👍 So happy to have found this place today just up the road. Everything is vegan, so delicious & so well priced for a whole box of goodies! Service was terrific. Highly recommend. Will definitely be coming back! Bring cash 😊
5.00 (19 reviews) (~4.47 km from centre)
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Neps Foods
Cafe
👍👍 Best taste momo in Melbourne , Non of the Nepali restaurants beat the price. 10$ for Buff momo and other momos too.
5.00 (19 reviews) (~4.56 km from centre)
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Hold Bar & Eatery
Wine bar
👍👍 Lovely new addition to the area, great cocktails and wine list. Thanks so much for managing a group with some tricky dietary requirements with a delicious and generous charcuterie board (which was vegan, as well as nut and yeast free)
5.00 (17 reviews) (~0.64 km from centre)
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Waffs Up
Vegan restaurant
5.00 (14 reviews) (~4.47 km from centre)
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CJ Bistro
Filipino restaurant
👍👍 the best pork sigsig, taste better than the one in the Philippines!
5.00 (8 reviews) (~7.61 km from centre)
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Swill
Bar
👍👍 had a great time here over the long weekend, great cocktails, sick tunes and great staff. will be coming back again for sure
5.00 (8 reviews) (~7.64 km from centre)
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Events by Daniela Cafe
Restaurant
5.00 (8 reviews) (~1.65 km from centre)
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Gloria
Cafe
👍 Got a tofu nori toast and a soy mocha, both delicious and well portioned! Loved the atmosphere and interiors. In the words of my friend, it's "peak Melbourne". Staff were very friendly.
4.90 (148 reviews) (~4.62 km from centre)
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Woking Amazing
Fast food restaurant
👍👍 My favourite Food Truck and favourite Vegan food. They cook everything exactly to my liking, I feel they are my personal chef! I loved the Oyster Mushroom Burger, Loaded Satay Fries, the Garlic Butter pancakes are so moreish, I generally get the Vegan Duck Pancake but I thought to try something diff...
4.90 (144 reviews) (~7.7 km from centre)
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Easy Vegan
Vegan restaurant
👍👍 Peking mock duck pancakes and claypot were both tasty and filling. This place is brilliant and service kind and attentive. Also the custard apple smoothie was incredible
4.90 (141 reviews) (~9.8 km from centre)
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