Your Weekend in Essendon North (2026)
Saturday Morning
Start with coffee at Mamma Lina’s — 257 Keilor Road.
Then walk through Buckley Park.
Saturday Afternoon
Pick up groceries and enjoy the quieter pace.
Lunch options:
- Jan Cheong Restaurant
Saturday Evening
Dinner at Jan Cheong Restaurant, then a quiet evening in.
Sunday
Brunch at Parisian Baker, followed by a walk through L.T. Thompson Park.
Weekend Budget
| Activity | Cost |
|---|---|
| Coffee ×4 | $20–$24 |
| Brunch ×1 | $18–$28 |
| Dinner ×1 | $35–$55 pp |
| Drinks ×1 | $15–$25 pp |
| Weekend total (solo) | ~$90–$130 |
Related Guides
- Best Restaurants in Essendon North
- Best Cafes in Essendon North
- Best Bars in Essendon North
- Cost of Living in Essendon North
- Essendon North Neighbourhood Guide
- Family Guide to Essendon North
- Is Essendon North Safe?
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Last updated: March 2026. This guide is refreshed when OpenStreetMap data changes — new openings, closures and corrections are reflected automatically. Found something wrong? Let us know.
Sources
- OpenStreetMap Contributors — openstreetmap.org — accessed March 2026
- ABS Census 2021 — abs.gov.au/census
- REIV Quarterly Median Prices — reiv.com.au
