Best Casual Restaurants in Essendon

471 restaurants available nearby

A photo of The Lincolnshire Arms Hotel restaurant

1. The Lincolnshire Arms Hotel

4.4

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Essendon

Booked 4 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. Johnny's Green Room

4.2

Awesome(78)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carlton

Booked 31 times today

Situated on the rooftop of the iconic King & Godfree building in the heart of Lygon Street’s Little Italy, Johnny’s Green Room is a Tuscan-inspired terrace with dazzling city skyline views and an enthusiastic appreciation for la dolce vita.Conceived by award-winning designer Dion Hall, Johnny’s evokes the good times of an Italian summer with a semi-retractable roof enabling those summertime vibes to be enjoyed year-round. We have acclaimed chef Karen Martini on board as our Culinary Director, her relaxed menu of Italian-style sharing dishes beautifully complemented by Melbourne bar maestro Matt Bax’s delicious program of Italian-accented cocktails and wine and a rolling roster of the finest DJs in the land.Named after the classic Carlton nightspot that in the 70s and 80s attracted the bohemian and the notorious like moths to a neon-lit flame, Johnny’s has been reimagined for a whole new generation of Carlton habitués.

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3. Leonardo's Pizza Palace

4.8

Exceptional(71)

Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Carlton

Booked 29 times today

We are a neighbourhood-style American-Italian restaurant situated in the leafy backstreets of Carlton. Since 2018, we specialise in offering quality food, friendly service and natural wine.

4. 2 Fat Greeks

4.5

Awesome(206)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • Essendon

Booked 22 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!

5. LaBurrata

4.5

Awesome(130)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Moonee Ponds

Booked 4 times today

The desire to serve good food to the people with our passion in the cooking led us to open La Burrata.La Burrata is an Italian cuisine which serves its customers with different variety of food. As we believe best Italian restaurants always serve the best Italian food and unrivaled quality. La Burrata is proud to serve fresh food prepared from freshly brought ingredients. Enjoying freshly home made pasta and quality hand stretched pizza when you dine in with us along with choices of seafoods, stake and main dishes. The customers can reserve the table, walk-in and enjoy the fresh dining with us.

6. Bistra

4.9

Exceptional(97)

Price: Expensive

• Australian • Carlton

Booked 11 times today

Bistra is an Australian bistro serving quality food and wine; our fare draws its influence predominantly from British, French and Italian cooking and technique, and yet it is quintessentially Australian. You can expect generous, memorable plates championing seasonal ingredients and an extensive list of wines.

7. Casa Chino

4.7

Exceptional(44)

Price: Moderate

• Peruvian • Brunswick

Booked 12 times today

In an intimate setting, splashed in shades of neon and pastel, Casa Chino celebrates the vibrant entwining of Chinese cuisine with Latin American influences. This 90-seat open-style bar with an alfresco space will offer a collection of Chifa-infused share plates and luminous cocktails.Our specially crafted cocktail program celebrates the quintessential Peruvian spirit, Pisco, with a selection of Pisco sours alongside a curated collection of Victorian and South American wines.Come discover the delectable fusion of Peruvian and Chinese dining in Brunswick.

8. Ascot Vale Hotel

4.5

Awesome(309)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • Ascot Vale

Booked 12 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!

9. Maven by Morgan

4.7

Exceptional(96)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Fitzroy

Booked 15 times today

Step into Maven, Fitzroy's lively and stylish dining spot by Morgan Hipworth. Enjoy Mediterranean-inspired dishes designed for sharing, alongside innovative cocktails in a relaxed and buzzing atmosphere. Whether for a casual night out or a special occasion, Maven offers memorable moments over great food and drinks.

10. Local Chook

4.7

Exceptional(125)

Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Moonee Ponds

Booked 14 times today

Moonee Ponds Local Chook is a favourite among locals for its imaginative/fusion take on Vietnamese cuisine, served in a modern restaurant. For starters, the Bao Buns are sensational selections. Some of Local Chook’s specialty/popular dishes include the Red Chicken Curry and Twice cooked scotch fillet in plum sauce, as well as vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free dishes.

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Angela
Melbourne •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food here was very good. Very tasty, the Octopus fresh, salads were great , dips, bread and the lamb and chicken all very good. I would recommend this place for an authentic Greek dinner.
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2 Fat GreeksPrice: Expensive• Greek• Essendon
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4.5
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Cherise
Melbourne •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Awesomely consistent food. Our third time dining here after an event in Carlton. Great service, awesome quirky vibe and love the old school prints. Food is great and perfect serving sizes!
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Leonardo's Pizza PalacePrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Carlton
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4.8
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John
Melbourne •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great venue, friendly staff, nice food. Drinks a bit expensive. Great place on a sunny afternoon.
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Johnny's Green RoomPrice: Expensive• Italian• Carlton
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4.2
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Liza
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 19, 2024
Everything we had was so delicious. We really did enjoy our dinner. Service was great too.
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LaBurrataPrice: Moderate• Italian• Moonee Ponds
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4.5
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Peter
Victoria •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 16, 2024
Great food in a lovely long established but well maintained pub. Table layout and ambiance is very good. Food is always plentiful with lots of choice to satisfy people with different food requirements. Drinks are very reasonably priced. A great local for us.
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The Lincolnshire Arms HotelPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Essendon
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4.4

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1. The Lincolnshire Arms Hotel

2. Johnny's Green Room

3. Leonardo's Pizza Palace

4. 2 Fat Greeks

5. LaBurrata

6. Bistra

7. Casa Chino

8. Ascot Vale Hotel

9. Maven by Morgan

10. Local Chook

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