BAM Essendon

Essendon, Melbourne, VIC ☕ Cafés & Brunch

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Opening hours

Monday6:30 am – 4 pm
Tuesday6:30 am – 4 pm
Wednesday6:30 am – 4 pm
Thursday6:30 am – 4 pm
Friday6:30 am – 4 pm
Saturday7 am – 3 pm
Sunday7 am – 3 pm

Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.

  • Address23 Albion Street, Essendon VIC 3040
  • CuisineBreakfast, Brunch
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23 Albion Street, Essendon VIC 3040 · 7.1 km from Melbourne centre

Popular times

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At a glance

About BAM

Located in Essendon, VIC, BAM is a cafés & brunch restaurant serving locals and visitors alike. You'll find it at 23 Albion Street, Essendon VIC 3040, roughly 7.1 km from the Melbourne city centre.

Australia's café culture is world-famous: expertly made flat whites, all-day brunch, smashed avo and house-baked treats. Cafés are usually busiest on weekend mornings and many close by mid-afternoon.

BAM is open 7 days, from early morning; the venue offers dine-in.

Planning a night out in Essendon? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Mr Walker and Margarita's Fish & Chip Shop.

Amenities & services

  • Dine-in

What to order

Signature cafés & brunch dishes to look out for.

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BreakfastBig breakfastEggs, bacon, sausage, mushrooms, tomato and toast
LunchChicken schnitzel sandwichSlaw and aioli on toasted bread
BakeryBanana breadToasted with butter
Coffee & drinksChai latteSpiced tea with milk

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Closest restaurants to BAM

The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.

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  1. 1
    Mr Walker logo
    Mr Walker ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Moonee Ponds
    100 mSE · 1 min walk
  2. 2
    Margarita's Fish & Chip Shop 🦞 Seafood & Fish and Chips · 612 Moreland Road, Pascoe Vale South
    530 mN · 6 min walk
  3. 3
    Valley Fish & Chips 🍽️ International · Moonee Ponds
    630 mSW · 8 min walk
  4. 4
    Convoy ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 109 Pascoe Vale Road, Moonee Ponds
    630 mSW · 8 min walk
  5. 5
    Il Caminetto logo
    Il Caminetto 🍝 Italian · Moonee Ponds
    650 mSW · 8 min walk
  6. 6
    Curators Collective ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 10 The Strand, Moonee Ponds
    820 mSW · 10 min walk
  7. 7
    Little Fletcher ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 55 Fletcher Street, Essendon
    830 mW · 10 min walk
  8. 8
    Kebablaki 🧆 Middle Eastern & Turkish · Brunswick West
    890 mE · 11 min walk
  9. 9
    The Essendon Hotel – 914-918 Mount Alexander Road, Essendon
    The Essendon Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 914-918 Mount Alexander Road, Essendon
    930 mW · 11 min walk
  10. 10
    Albion Pizza 🍕 Pizza · 488 Albion Street, Brunswick West
    950 mE · 11 min walk

Recommended in the area

Well-documented favourites near Essendon — with photos, opening hours and contact details.

Spice Mix – 180 Lygon Street, Brunswick EastIndian

Spice Mix

180 Lygon Street, Brunswick East4.2 km away · 9 min drive
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Al Dente Enoteca

161 Nicholson Street, Fitzroy6.0 km away · 12 min drive
Universal Italian – 139-141 Lygon Street, CarltonItalian

Universal Italian

139-141 Lygon Street, Carlton6.2 km away · 13 min drive
Yeshi Ethiopian Restaurant – 328 Brunswick Street, FitzroyAfrican

Yeshi Ethiopian Restaurant

328 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy6.3 km away · 13 min drive
Steakhouse Grill 66 – 66 Newquay Promenade, DocklandsSteakhouse & Grill

Steakhouse Grill 66

66 Newquay Promenade, Docklands6.6 km away · 13 min drive
Shark Fin Inn – 50 Little Bourke Street, East End Theatre DistrictChinese

Shark Fin Inn

50 Little Bourke Street, East End Theatre District7.1 km away · 14 min drive

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North x North West

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Eating out in Essendon

Essendon is home to 27 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Melbourne area with 9,581 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, pizza restaurants, pubs & bistros. Within 25 km of BAM there are 7,828 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.

Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Moonee Ponds (1.2 km), Brunswick West (1.4 km), Pascoe Vale South (1.7 km), Ascot Vale (2.7 km).

Cuisine mix in Essendon

  • ☕ Cafés & Brunch9
  • 🍕 Pizza5
  • 🍺 Pubs & Bistros3
  • 🥟 Chinese2
  • 🍽️ International2

Frequently asked questions

Where is BAM located?

BAM is located at 23 Albion Street, Essendon VIC 3040. It is about 7.1 km from the centre of Melbourne. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

What are the opening hours of BAM?

BAM is open 7 days, from early morning. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Melbourne time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.

What kind of food does BAM serve?

BAM serves Breakfast, Brunch cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.

What is the closest restaurant to BAM?

The closest venue is Mr Walker, about 100 m to the south-east (1 min walk). Other close options include Margarita's Fish & Chip Shop (530 m), Valley Fish & Chips (630 m), Convoy (630 m).

What are some recommended places to eat near BAM?

Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Spice Mix (Indian, 4.2 km), Al Dente Enoteca (Italian, 6.0 km), Universal Italian (Italian, 6.2 km).

Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near Essendon?

Other cafés & brunch venues close by include LoLo & Wren (970 m), Assembly Ground (980 m), Doulce (1.1 km).

How many restaurants are there in Essendon?

Our guide lists 27 places to eat in Essendon, most commonly cafés & brunch (9), pizza restaurants (5), pubs & bistros (3). Within 25 km there are 7,828 venues in total.