Two best friends founded this Filipino coffee spot, which serves bagels with Filipino, Thai and Maori influences. There’s also coffee by Coffee Supreme, alongside all-day Mimosas and Bloody Marys.

House-made scones and sodas are the stars here.

Brunch, coffee, bread, milk, fresh flowers and coconut ice.

A 32-seater cafe in Footscray that offers beef tartare prepared by a French chef.

This west-side wine bar and bottle shop, run by locals, is compact but comprehensive. Grab a bottle to go, or stick around for freshly shucked oysters, local beers and approachable wines in the colourful courtyard out back.

Come to this West Footscray institution for rich curries, aromatic biryanis, and kebabs straight from the charcoal-fired tandoor.

The woodfired pizzas at this family-friendly spot are mainly classic, but occasionally defy expectations. Also, take note of the banging wine list – it’s all about minimal intervention here.

A combined retail and gallery space in West Footscray.