Northcote
Discover 78 authentic local spots in Northcote, one of Melbourne's most vibrant neighborhoods. From specialty coffee shops to hidden bars and local restaurants - all recommended by locals.
Northcote is one of Melbourne's most distinctive neighborhoods. We've mapped 78 local favorites here — from specialty coffee shops and restaurants to bars and cultural spots. Every place is rated 3.5+ stars by real visitors, so you can skip the tourist traps and explore like a local.
Restaurants
18 places in Northcote
Wazzup Falafel
Ruckers Hill
Sideshow Burgers and Cafe Northcote
VEX
Cuppa Turca Dondurma & Kunefe
Brother Bon - Your Local Vegan Restaurant in Northcote
MESOB
Va Penne
Hanami Izakaya
Haru Dining
Ginger & Chives
BOMBAY BENTO
Wesley Anne
Tahina
Sweet Salt - Gluten Free Eatery
Zsa’s Bar & Bistroteca
Estelle
Inthanon Thai Restaurant
Museums
18 places in Northcote
Mandel Aboriginal Art Gallery
Paint With Me Northcote
National Communication Museum
Backwoods Gallery
Children's Gallery (Melbourne Museum)
Outré Gallery
The Conservatory
Pentridge Prison Tours
Islamic Museum of Australia
Hellenic Museum
Melbourne Holocaust Museum
Woodlands Homestead
Fire Services Museum of Victoria
Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre (Museums Victoria)
Heide Museum of Modern Art
Old Treasury Building
Museum of Australian Photography (MAPh)
Duldig Studio
Local GuideThe local guide to Melbourne
G'day mate! Melbourne's my jam Quirky laneways with hidden cafes, unreal street art that changes daily, and live music spilling out from every corner. Forget the tourist traps, grab a flat white, and let's wander! We'll catch a footy game, snag some seriously good dumplings, and soak up the city's electric vibe. It's all about the little things here, like the friendly baristas and the unexpected discoveries.
Coffee
21 places in Northcote
Madera Bar & Cafe
Goodwater
JD'S Place Northcote
Fork & Path
Brew Bar X
Flinch Coffee & Play
May & Mac Cafe
Top of the Hill
Cafe Piccante
Ash and Rye
Todo Good Coffee
Poke the Bear Cafe
All Are Welcome
Dirty Apron Cafe
Thomson Street Cafe
The Old Dog Cafe
Field Black
Four Beans Café and Roasting House
Ampersand Coffee and Food
South Crescent Cafe
Phil's Westgarth Bakehouse & Cafe
Parks
21 places in Northcote
Sumner Playground
All Nations Park Playground
Darebin Parklands
McAdam Reserve
Coburg Lake Reserve
Yarra Bend Park
All Nations Park
Darling Gardens
Curtain Square
Quarries Park
Kirkdale Reserve
Rushall Reserve
Fairfield Park
Penders Park
Jones Park
A H Capp Reserve
Merri Park
Phillips Reserve
Egan Reserve
T.A. Cochrane Reserve
Condell Street Reserve
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