Guidebook for Moonee Ponds
Food Scene
Yim Yam
76 Smith StCheap, Vietnamese-Laotian food that tastes terrific.
Nabiha
10 Hall StReally friendly staff, beautiful coffee and food. Good vibe.
Run by one of the Masterchef Australia judges (Gary Mehigan) with beautiful views over the Maribyrnong river. Great wood fired pizzas.
19 locals recommend
The Boathouse
7 The BlvdRun by one of the Masterchef Australia judges (Gary Mehigan) with beautiful views over the Maribyrnong river. Great wood fired pizzas.
Fix Espresso Bar
Great coffee, a nice atmosphere, friendly staff.
Drinks & Nightlife
Strangeloves Wine Bar
577 Mt Alexander RdFirst wine bar to open in Moonee Ponds. Quirky.
In the heart of Moonee Ponds, this place is great for a drink outside on a sunny afternoon.
26 locals recommend
The Valley Cellardoor
18-20 Hall StIn the heart of Moonee Ponds, this place is great for a drink outside on a sunny afternoon.
I haven't been to this bar yet, but it might be a good place to try on a summer evening.
Rooftop at Deluxe Bar
595 Mt Alexander RdI haven't been to this bar yet, but it might be a good place to try on a summer evening.
Arts & Culture
A great permanent art collection as well as new exhibitions. The NGV in Federation Square is entirely for Australian art.
1737 locals recommend
National Gallery of Victoria
180 St Kilda RdA great permanent art collection as well as new exhibitions. The NGV in Federation Square is entirely for Australian art.
Incinerator Gallery
180 Holmes RdCheck out the latest exhibitions on line.
Cinema Nova
380 Lygon StMelbourne's main art house cinema.
Parks & Nature
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
Beautiful gardens to match any in the world.
Very close by. Queens Park is a popular place to enjoy a picnic, read a book or take a swim (in the swimming pool).
21 locals recommend
Queens Park
Kellaway AvenueVery close by. Queens Park is a popular place to enjoy a picnic, read a book or take a swim (in the swimming pool).
Great walking/running track that follows the Maribyrnong River. Stop off at the Boathouse for a drink or something to eat.
The Boulevard
The BoulevardGreat walking/running track that follows the Maribyrnong River. Stop off at the Boathouse for a drink or something to eat.
Essentials
This shopping strip has everything - supermarkets, clothes shops, doctors, banks, cafes and restaurants.
6 locals recommend
Puckle Street Precinct
1 Puckle StThis shopping strip has everything - supermarkets, clothes shops, doctors, banks, cafes and restaurants.
Shopping
The Bavarian Highpoint
120-200 Rosamond RdThis is the closest shopping mall to Moonee Ponds.
Presence On Puckle
120 Puckle StCute, local gift shop.
Diana Ferrari Clearance
262 Darebin RdSells Diana Ferrari shoes at outlet prices.
Bonds Outlet
100 Puckle StGreat for cheap active wear.
Brotherhood of St Laurence
145 Brunswick RdExcellent opportunity/thrift store!
Everything Else
Medical centre (very close by) with lots of doctors, pharmacy and x-ray. For Australian residents, they bulk bill. Appointments are drop-in only.
Moonee Ponds Medical Centre
46 Holmes RdMedical centre (very close by) with lots of doctors, pharmacy and x-ray. For Australian residents, they bulk bill. Appointments are drop-in only.