This tiny suburb just 4 km from the city has a small village feel to it. Visit Kensington to discover backstreet bakeries, local breweries, hidden cafes and unique shops. 
     
  
    
      
            
              
                The best events happening in Kensington
              
            
      
  
    
    
      
            
              
                Cafes, bakeries and restaurants
              
            
      
  
    
          
    
      
      Double Dutch Bakery
    A community bakery and coffee shop baking and brewing some of the best in the West.
    
   
          
    
      
      Fruits of Passion
    A great spot for a scrumptious all-day breakfast.
    
   
          
    
      
      La Tortillería
    Casual Mexican dining featuring house-made tortillas using an ancient Aztec recipe.
    
   
          
    
      
      Mama Le 
    A Vietnamese Asian fusion restaurant and bar with mama serving up her best dishes. 
    
   
          
    
      
      Rumble Espresso Bar
    Brewing and serving a range coffee that is roasted just a block away.
    
   
          
    
      
      Luncheonette
    Kensington's local cafe, serving all-day breakfast and lunch.
    
   
          
    
      
      The Premises Espresso
    A modern and sophisticated cafe in the heart of Kensington.	
    
   
          
    
      
      Mikasa Fusion 
    Mikasa Fusion blends Asian and Latin flavors into a unique dining experience.
    
   
          
    
      
      Kensington Fish Shop
    A local favourite, serving a range of fish, chips and fried snacks.	
    
   
          
    
      
      Local Folk Cafe
    A little cafe serving coffee, breakfast and lunch every day.
    
   
          
    
      
      Rollin169
    Authentic Vietnamese street food and coffee in the heart of Kensington.
    
   
          
    
      
      1565
    Great for unique flavours of gelato, quality coffees and sandwiches, cakes and bread.
    
   
          
    
      
      London K Burgers
    Quality meat and vegetarian burgers, and innovative sides.
    
   
          
    
      
      Clay Oven Pizza
    Dine in or takeout from this local pizza restaurant. 
    
   
     
   
    
      
            
              
                Breweries, distilleries and pubs 
              
            
      
  
    
          
    
      
      Nubilum Distilling
    A local bar and distillery specializing in small batches of rakia and rum.
    
   
          
    
      
      Bonehead Brewing
    A laid-back Kensington brewpub serving up quality beers, wine, spirits and bar snacks. 
    
   
          
    
      
      Hardimans Hotel
    Great food, wine and beer at this iconic Kensington pub.
    
   
     
   
    
      
            
              
                Shops and boutiques
              
            
      
  
    
          
    
      
      Brickville
    Specialising in rare, retired and hard-to-find Lego sets and minifigures.
    
   
          
    
      
      Dwell
    A contemporary range of furniture, lighting, rugs, wall art and soft furnishings.
    
   
          
    
      
      Tempted
    Contemporary gifts, homewares and women’s accessories, based on design, function and form.
    
   
          
    
      
      Gertrude Grocer
    Gertrude Grocer offers a range of fresh produce, fresh breads, continental goods and more.
    
   
          
    
      
      Erinbank Crafts & Gifts
    Erinbank has a huge and eclectic range of wares, including clothing, jewellery, homewares and toys.
    
   
          
    
      
      Eco Collective
    Shop sustainable brands in fashion, lingerie and beauty at this new hub. 
    
   
     
   
    
      
            
              
                Things to do in Kensington 
              
            
      
  
    
          
    
      
      Neo Ceramics
    A independent pottery studio, shop and teaching space in Kensington
    
   
          
    
      
      In Aetheria
    A studio for crafty types to explore workshops in water marbling, print and fashion design.
    
   
          
    
      
      JJ Holland Park
    Home to kids playgrounds, a skate park and the local community centre.