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

Market Brunch
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Market Brunch

A monthly food market featuring some of Melbourne’s most creative food makers.

Younghusband Rose Street Market
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Younghusband Rose Street Market

Popping up monthly in Kensington with 60+ curated artisan stalls.

Kensington Market
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Kensington Market

An eclectic mix of homewares, culinary treats, ceramics, sustainable goods and visual art.

Coffee Cupping and Tasting

Coffee Cupping and Tasting

Take part in a coffee cupping and tasting event with experts.

Cafes, bakeries and restaurants

Double Dutch Bakery

Double Dutch Bakery

A community bakery and coffee shop baking and brewing some of the best in the West.

Fruits of Passion

Fruits of Passion

A great spot for a scrumptious all-day breakfast.

La Tortillería

La Tortillería

Casual Mexican dining featuring house-made tortillas using an ancient Aztec recipe.

Mama Le

Mama Le

A Vietnamese Asian fusion restaurant and bar with mama serving up her best dishes.

Rumble Espresso Bar

Rumble Espresso Bar

Brewing and serving a range coffee that is roasted just a block away.

Luncheonette

Luncheonette

Kensington's local cafe, serving all-day breakfast and lunch.

The Premises Espresso

The Premises Espresso

A modern and sophisticated cafe in the heart of Kensington.

Mikasa Fusion

Mikasa Fusion

Mikasa Fusion blends Asian and Latin flavors into a unique dining experience. Mikasa, su casa.

Kensington Fish Shop

Kensington Fish Shop

A local favourite, serving a range of fish, chips and fried snacks.

Local Folk Cafe

Local Folk Cafe

A little cafe serving coffee, breakfast and lunch every day.

Rollin169

Rollin169

Authentic Vietnamese street food and coffee in the heart of Kensington.

1565

1565

Great for unique flavours of gelato, quality coffees and sandwiches, cakes and bread.

London K Burgers

London K Burgers

Quality meat and vegetarian burgers, and innovative sides.

Clay Oven Pizza

Clay Oven Pizza

Dine in or takeout from this local pizza restaurant.

Breweries, distilleries and pubs

Nubilum Distilling

Nubilum Distilling

A local bar and distillery specializing in small batches of rakia and rum.

Bonehead Brewing

Bonehead Brewing

A laid-back Kensington brewpub serving up quality beers, wine, spirits and bar snacks.

Hardimans Hotel

Hardimans Hotel

Great food, wine and beer at this iconic Kensington pub.

Shops and boutiques

Brickville

Brickville

Specialising in rare, retired and hard-to-find Lego sets and minifigures.

Dwell

Dwell

A contemporary range of furniture, lighting, rugs, wall art and soft furnishings.

Tempted

Tempted

Contemporary gifts, homewares and women’s accessories, based on design, function and form.

Gertrude Grocer

Gertrude Grocer

Gertrude Grocer offers a range of fresh produce, fresh breads, continental goods and more.

Erinbank Crafts & Gifts

Erinbank Crafts & Gifts

Erinbank has a huge and eclectic range of wares, including clothing, jewellery, homewares and toys.

Coco Charlie Kensington

Coco Charlie Kensington

Fashion forward women's clothing and accessories in the heart of Kensington

Eco Collective

Eco Collective

Shop sustainable brands in fashion, lingerie and beauty at this new hub.

Things to do in Kensington

Neo Ceramics

Neo Ceramics

A independent pottery studio, shop and teaching space in Kensington

In Aetheria

In Aetheria

A studio for crafty types to explore workshops in water marbling, print and fashion design.

JJ Holland Park

JJ Holland Park

Home to kids playgrounds, a skate park and the local community centre.