Guidebook for Kensington
Food Scene
Excellent quality cafe - very busy on weekends though so go get in early!
52 locals recommend
The Premises.
202 Bellair StExcellent quality cafe - very busy on weekends though so go get in early!
A Kensington institution - they have been serving their famous Laksa for many years.
125 locals recommend
Laksa King Flemington
6-12 Pin Oak CresA Kensington institution - they have been serving their famous Laksa for many years.
Quite possibly the best steaks that you will find anywhere, recommended to book in advance.
34 locals recommend
Station Hotel
59 Napier StQuite possibly the best steaks that you will find anywhere, recommended to book in advance.
Nice Italian restaurant located near the comedy club in Errol St - recommended for a romantic night out.
42 locals recommend
Sosta Cucina
12 Errol StNice Italian restaurant located near the comedy club in Errol St - recommended for a romantic night out.
Something for everyone at Crown Casino! House well regarded restaurants such as Rockpool.
615 locals recommend
Crown Melbourne
8 Whiteman StSomething for everyone at Crown Casino! House well regarded restaurants such as Rockpool.
Frying Colours - Korean Eating Place
520 Macaulay RoadModern Korean restaurant, good for a low key midweek dinner.
8bit
8 Droop StGreat burgers with and 80's arcade theme - the loaded fries are awesome!
Brother Nancy
182 Essex StCommunity cafe/French influenced.
West 48
48 Essex StAll day breakfast with vegan options.
Good pub meals through the week, particularly busy on Saturday nights.
35 locals recommend
Doutta Galla Hotel
339 Racecourse RdGood pub meals through the week, particularly busy on Saturday nights.
La Tortilleria
72 Stubbs StA little taste of Mexico in the middle of industrial Kensington.
Not fancy, but the best local pizza joint for eat in, pickup or delivery.
24 locals recommend
Kensington Station
Macaulay Rd / Bellair StNot fancy, but the best local pizza joint for eat in, pickup or delivery.
European style deli with a range of fine pastries and soft cheeses.
8 locals recommend
Noughts & Crosses Cafe
32 Pin Oak CresEuropean style deli with a range of fine pastries and soft cheeses.
Luncheonette
173 Rankins RdGreat coffee and breakfasts with Dench supplied bread and pastries.
Arguably the best kebabs in Melbourne, especially on the way home from a night at the Douta Galla Hotel!
10 locals recommend
Flemington Kebab House
301 Racecourse RdArguably the best kebabs in Melbourne, especially on the way home from a night at the Douta Galla Hotel!
Drinks & Nightlife
The Quiet Man Irish Pub
271 Racecourse RdIrish pub with meals and live music, good atmosphere.
White Rabbit Record Bar
176 Bellair StFunky retro record bar serving cocktails and bar snacks.
Everything Else
Melbourne Zoo
Elliott AvenueGreat for the kids!
Essentials
Woolworths Newmarket Plaza
338 Racecourse RdFull range supermarket in walking distance
Sightseeing
Melbourne Star Observation Wheel
101 Waterfront WayLarge Ferris Wheel with views over the city.
Williamstown
Nice on a sunny day for a walk around this historic seaside town.
Arts & Culture
1930's art deco theatre with large comfortable seats and licensed candy bar!
126 locals recommend
Sun Theatre Yarraville
8 Ballarat St1930's art deco theatre with large comfortable seats and licensed candy bar!
National Gallery of Victoria
180 St Kilda RdOne for the arts buffs!