Darling Street Espresso – Moonee Ponds VIC
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Darling Street Espresso Moonee Ponds

Moonee Ponds, Melbourne, VIC ☕ Cafés & Brunch

Opening hours

Monday7:30 am – 3 pm
Tuesday7:30 am – 3 pm
Wednesday7:30 am – 3 pm
Thursday7 am – 3 pm
Friday7:30 am – 3 pm
Saturday8 am – 3 pm
Sunday8 am – 3 pm

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

146 Athol Street, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039 · 6.8 km from Melbourne centre

Popular times

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At a glance

About Darling Street Espresso

Located in Moonee Ponds, VIC, Darling Street Espresso is a cafés & brunch café serving locals and visitors alike. You'll find it at 146 Athol Street, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039, roughly 6.8 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.

Darling Street Espresso is open 7 days, from early morning; the venue offers dine-in, outdoor seating.

Planning a night out in Moonee Ponds? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Waterloo Cup Hotel and Indian Star.

In the venue's own words: “We're Darling St Espresso, a cafe hidden off the main streets of Moonee Ponds in a renovated corner store. Come join us for brunch, lunch and coffee.”

Amenities & services

  • Dine-in
  • Outdoor seating

What to order

Signature cafés & brunch dishes to look out for.

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BreakfastSmashed avoSourdough, feta, dukkah and poached egg
LunchPumpkin saladRoast pumpkin, quinoa, rocket and feta
BakeryMuffinsBaked daily
Coffee & drinksFlat whiteDouble shot with silky milk

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Closest restaurants to Darling Street Espresso

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

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  1. 1
    Waterloo Cup Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · Ascot Vale
    450 mW · 5 min walk
  2. 2
    Indian Star 🍛 Indian · Ascot Vale
    500 mW · 6 min walk
  3. 3
    Subway ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Ascot Vale
    520 mSW · 6 min walk
  4. 4
    Sinq Foods – Ascot Vale
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  5. 5
    Bang On Bagels ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 284 Union Road, Moonee Ponds
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  6. 6
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Eating out in Moonee Ponds

Moonee Ponds is home to 76 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Melbourne area with 9,581 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, japanese restaurants, burgers & chicken. Within 25 km of Darling Street Espresso there are 7,680 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.

Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Ascot Vale (920 m), Aberfeldie (1.6 km), Maribyrnong (1.8 km), Flemington (2.1 km).

Cuisine mix in Moonee Ponds

  • ☕ Cafés & Brunch21
  • 🍣 Japanese7
  • 🍔 Burgers & Chicken7
  • 🍽️ International6
  • 🍺 Pubs & Bistros4

Frequently asked questions

Where is Darling Street Espresso located?

Darling Street Espresso is located at 146 Athol Street, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039. It is about 6.8 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 Darling Street Espresso?

Darling Street Espresso 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 Darling Street Espresso serve?

Darling Street Espresso serves Coffee cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.

How can I contact Darling Street Espresso?

You can reach Darling Street Espresso by phone on (03) 9326 2212 or via its website.

What is the closest restaurant to Darling Street Espresso?

The closest venue is Waterloo Cup Hotel, about 450 m to the west (5 min walk). Other close options include Indian Star (500 m), Subway (520 m), Sinq Foods (520 m).

What are some recommended places to eat near Darling Street Espresso?

Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Spice Mix (Indian, 5.4 km), Steakhouse Grill 66 (Steakhouse & Grill, 5.8 km), Universal Italian (Italian, 6.2 km).

Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near Moonee Ponds?

Other cafés & brunch venues close by include No. 19 (680 m), Love Latte (680 m), middle child (740 m).

How many restaurants are there in Moonee Ponds?

Our guide lists 76 places to eat in Moonee Ponds, most commonly cafés & brunch (21), japanese restaurants (7), burgers & chicken (7). Within 25 km there are 7,680 venues in total.