Things to Do in Brunswick East, Melbourne A mix of residential and commercial properties, with Lygon Street and Holmes Street marking its western border. The area has a variety of local eateries and is close to Merri Creek, which offers green spaces for relaxation.
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Ceres Community Environment Park ★ 4.7 · 2.7k City Park
community environmental park in Melbourne, Australia
Every day 9 AM – 5 PM
Strangeworld Records ★ 4.9 · 181 Record Store
Mon Closed
Tue–Wed 11 AM – 5 PM
Thu–Fri 11 AM – 6 PM
Sat 11 AM – 5 PM
Sun 12 PM – 4 PM
The Little Bookroom ★ 4.8 · 196 Bookstore
Mon–Fri 9 AM – 5 PM
Sat 9 AM – 4 PM
Sun 10 AM – 3 PM Where to eat & drink in Brunswick East
Rumi ★ 4.6 · 1.8k Middle Eastern· A$60–80
Casual restaurant with Arabic writing on the walls serving Middle Eastern dishes.
Every day 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Benjys Karaoke Bar ★ 4.9 · 1.1k Bar· $20-40
Mon–Thu Closed
Fri 8 PM – 1 AM
Sat 8 PM – 1 AM
Sun Closed
CDMX Brunswick East ★ 4.8 · 1.8k Mexican· $20-40
Mon–Tue 5:30 PM – 9 PM
Wed 5:45 PM – 9 PM
Thu 5:30 PM – 9 PM
Fri 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Sat 12:30 PM – 3 PM, 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Sun 12:45 PM – 3 PM, 5 PM – 9 PM
Bellboy Cafe ★ 4.8 · 1.7k Cafeteria· A$20–40
Mon–Fri 7 AM – 3:30 PM
Sat 7 AM – 4 PM
Sun 8 AM – 4 PM
Bouvier Bar ★ 4.7 · 284 Bar· A$40–160
Taverna ★ 4.6 · 1.1k Greek· A$60–180 per person
Modern European share plates, served in a vintage-chic dining room with a white, marble fireplace.
Mon–Tue Closed
Wed–Thu 5 PM – 9 PM
Fri 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Sat 12 PM – 9:30 PM
Sun 12 PM – 9 PM
Figlia ★ 4.6 · 769 Pizza· A$40–120
An Italian restaurant known for its modern food, including pizzas, pastas, arancini, meatballs, and carpaccio, often served as sharing plates or set menus.
Mon–Fri 5 PM – 10 PM
Sat 12 PM – 10 PM
Sun 12 PM – 9 PM
Etta ★ 4.6 · 529 Australian· A$80–180
A restaurant in Brunswick East, this establishment offers a spring menu with fusion dishes, including rare beef, Red Oak salad, and ginger-spiced cake.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 5 PM – 10 PM
Sat 12 PM – 10 PM
Sun Closed
The Alderman ★ 4.5 · 203 Beer Garden· A$20–40
Cocktails, beer & wine served up in a cosy, dark-paneled bar with a fireplace & a leafy courtyard.
Mon Closed
Tue–Thu 5 PM – 11 PM
Fri 3 PM – 1 AM
Sat 3 PM – 1 AM
Sun Closed
Bahama Gold ★ 4.3 · 140 Wine Bar· A$20–40
A popular bar in Melbourne known for its pizza, diverse drink menu including wine and cocktails, and a lively atmosphere where people gather.
Every day 12 PM – 12 AM
Old Palm Liquor ★ 4.6 · 722 Wine Bar· A$40–140
Stylish venue with a rotating shared plates menu, plus an extensive wine & liquor list.
Mon–Thu 12 PM – 11 PM
Fri 12 PM – 12 AM
Sat 12 PM – 12 AM
Sun 12 PM – 11 PM
Eydie's ★ 4.7 · 353 Bar· A$20–40
Dimly lit bar with craft beer on tap & cocktails, plus a cosy courtyard & unpretentious vibe.
Mon–Thu 5 PM – 1 AM
Fri 2 PM – 1 AM
Sat 2 PM – 1 AM
Sun 2 PM – 1 AM
Carolina Cafe & Bar ★ 4.7 · 578 Cafeteria· A$20–40
Mon–Thu 7 AM – 3 PM
Fri 7 AM – 3 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM
Sat 8 AM – 4 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM
Sun 8 AM – 4 PM Planning time in Brunswick East?
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1 Ceres Community Environment Park 2 Rumi 3 Strangeworld Records 4 The Little Bookroom 5 Benjys Karaoke Bar 6 CDMX Brunswick East 7 Bellboy Cafe 8 Bouvier Bar 9 Taverna 10 Figlia Ready to plan Brunswick East? Turn these Brunswick East picks into a day-by-day Melbourne plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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