HOT SPOTS in Essendon, Melbourne

The walking track along the Maribyrnong River.

Poyntons Nursery - The Boulevarde Ph: (03) 9337 8111 www.poyntonsofessendon.com.au

Peperoncino Café – 25 Rose St, good for breakfast and lunch. Ph: 9337 1994

The Village Chef – 18 Napier St, popular with locals. Ph: 9370 5553

Frudeli – 8 Napier St, deli, nuts, pasta. Ph: 9375 1877

Red and Black Spot Café – 79 Fletcher St, small cosy café. Ph: 9370 7520

Woodlands Café – 1039 Mt Alexander Rd, North Essendon – kid friendly. Ph: 9379 7452

Fidels’ Café – 1116 Mt Alexander Rd, North Essendon – modern, clean, spacious cafe. Ph: 9379 2043

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