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1. The Lincolnshire Arms Hotel
4.5
Awesome(146)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Essendon
Booked 5 times today
The Lincolnshire Arms Hotel, known and affectionately loved as “The Linc” is an iconic Essendon hotel. We like to think that it offers all things to all with great facilities for entertainment, TAB, great food and a safe and friendly social environment to meet and interact with others. The Linc food has been satisfying the locals for decades and continues as a strong drawcard for our patrons.
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2. Goon BBQ 2
4.5
Awesome(26)
Price: Expensive
• Korean • Niddrie
Booked 5 times today
Established in the heart of Essendon North, Goon BBQ creates a heart warming Korean Barbecue atmosphere. Serving not only sizzling table BBQ but as well as authentic, healthy and delicious Korean cuisine accompanied by traditional Korean beverages.
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3. Old Man Drew
4.6
Exceptional(240)
Price: Moderate
• Café • Ascot Vale
Booked 3 times today
At Old Man Drew, we know that memories are to be cherished. Are you coming to visit us to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, retirement, or any special occasion with a small group for breakfast of lunch? Think about booking one of our exclusively set celebration tables in the café, atrium or garden. Enjoy a special spot set with white linen, fine china, fresh flowers and glass ware, a truly beautiful setting. Please request in one of our celebration tables when you make your table booking. The charge starts from $40 per table, which is payable at the time of booking.
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4. 2 Fat Greeks
4.6
Exceptional(216)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • Essendon
Booked 2 times today
Experience the best in truly authentic Greek street food with our range of souvlaki, pitas, chips and salads!The masters of delicious Greek food!Offering a huge range of tasty meat, seafood and vegetarian options, we prepare all our dishes fresh to order. Come in and experience the best Greek street food, mouth watering desserts, and plenty of drink options. See you soon!
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5. Naga Moon
4.4
Awesome(37)
Price: Moderate
• Thai • Moonee Ponds
Booked 4 times today
Modern Thai cuisine and specialty cocktails on Hall Street
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6. Friction
4.9
Exceptional(19)
Price: Moderate
• Australian • Niddrie
Booked 4 times today
Friction Cafe is an exceptional gourmet eatery located in the heart of Essendon Fields, Melbourne. We take pride in offering locally sourced ingredients in our dishes, which results in amazing food that is both delicious and fresh.
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7. Cicchetti On Napier
4.4
Awesome(197)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Pascoe Vale
Booked 1 time today
Cicchetti, meaning savoury snack or small share plate.
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8. Cross Keys
4.3
Awesome(247)
Price: Moderate
• Australian • Essendon
Booked 4 times today
A local favourite for over 150 years, The Cross Keys Hotel is the perfect spot to bring the family. The Cross Keys boasts an impressive bistro serving up tasty meals Monday through Sunday, a fun kids room, a lively sports bar showing all the must see games on the big screens, a modern TAB facility and two spacious event rooms. With weekly specials and all your favourite pub classics, what isn't too love? See you at The Keys !
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9. Tutti Trattoria
4.4
Awesome(10)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Essendon
Booked 8 times today
We grew up on Nonna’s classic pizzas, freshly made pasta and Italian sweets. Noisy family gatherings, a little indulgence and a lot of fun. And everyone was welcome.Now we extend the invitation to you. Tutti Trattoria is the recreation of these family moments, with a little makeover. Our gorgeous interior brings a taste of Italy to the heart of Essendon. Each of our rooms reflects a unique vibe, from our southern Italian trattoria to our decadent and intimate upstairs restaurant.And the food. We believe good food doesn’t have to be complicated. It just needs to be made fresh, with quality ingredients, and a little love. Come on in and see what all the fuss is about.
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10. Ascot Vale Hotel
4.6
Exceptional(315)
Price: Moderate
• Australian • Ascot Vale
Booked 7 times today
The Ascot Vale Hotel welcomes everyone to experience a relaxed and comfortable corner pub that has been taken back to its former glory. This 1875 gem caters for everyone, whether you are hopping off the tram for a quick glass, impressing a loved one or celebrating an event with close friends or family. Here’s Luck to seeing you soon!

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  • Carmela
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Food was great service was great have been here a few times and they never disappoint .. we had a table of 14 and service ran smoothly
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    2 Fat GreeksPrice: Expensive• Greek• Essendon
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    4.6
  • Amanda
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Staff are always great at Friction! Was super busy today - but nothing was a problem for them. The food as always was great! Great little end of year lunch for us
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    FrictionPrice: Moderate• Australian• Niddrie
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    4.9
  • Karen
    Melbourne •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    they were busy and we had to go ask for coffee and the waitress when she took our order did not ask if we wanted drinks with our lunch
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    Old Man DrewPrice: Moderate• Café• Ascot Vale
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    4.6
  • Nam
    Melbourne •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 13 Dec 2024
    Great service and atmosphere. Staff were attentive and pleasant. Food came out quickly. Would re-visit!
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    Goon BBQ 2Price: Expensive• Korean• Niddrie
    •
    4.5
  • Denise
    Melbourne •4 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 12 Dec 2024
    It’s been a while since I’ve been there, & I was pleasantly surprised. Warm welcome, friendly staff,food portions were generous & cooked freshly, with an interesting menu that included pub favourites, with twists on other menu offerings. Can highly recommended the beef stir fry!!-delicious. Prices aren’t exactly cheap, but it’s good value for what you get in regard to quality,freshness & portions. Ambiance is low light moodiness and surprisingly quiet considering its on such a busy road.
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    The Lincolnshire Arms HotelPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Essendon
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    4.5

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