#1
The Cray Seafood & Grill Restaurant Essendon
Read 2,524 reviewsReputation score: 98/100
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2026 rankings VIC
27 Best Restaurants
in Essendon
Compare the top 27 restaurants in Essendon, ranked by Google reviews and business profile details.
Collected 28 September 2026 · 14,761 reported Google reviews across 27 businesses
See the 27 listings ↓Top 27 Restaurants in Essendon, VIC
1–27 of 27The shortlist
Based on records collected 28 September 2026, The Cray Seafood & Grill Restaurant Essendon (4.8 stars from 2,524 Google reviews), Mi Gente (4.8 stars from 482 Google reviews) and Meat Papi Restaurant Essendon (4.8 stars from 323 Google reviews) lead LocalLocal's Essendon restaurants ranking.
The score describes the public review record. Read recent reviews and confirm the job with the business before booking.
#2
Mi Gente
Read 482 reviewsReputation score: 98/100
#3
Meat Papi Restaurant Essendon
Read 323 reviewsReputation score: 98/100
#4
BASE 131
Read 265 reviewsReputation score: 98/100
#5
Bodrum Essendon
Read 534 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#6
Signature Brew Cafe
Read 481 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#7
Semosh Mum's Kitchen - Essendon
Read 383 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#8
Basq - Essendon Fields
Read 781 reviewsReputation score: 96/100
#9
Hugo Dining Restaurant | Essendon
Read 717 reviewsReputation score: 96/100
#10
Noglu
Read 209 reviewsReputation score: 96/100
#11
Benny & Me
Read 568 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#12
St Rose
Read 552 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#13
Chef Sofra
Read 373 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#14
Tutti Trattoria
Read 601 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#15
Hold Bar & Eatery
Read 155 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#16
Khao Hom Thai...... Take away
Read 114 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#17
Mr McCracken
Read 1,354 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#18
Max’s Corner
Read 756 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#19
Demazzi
Read 1,734 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#20
La Vallee Cafe/Restaurant Essendon
Read 1,287 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#21
Peking Yummy Duck Restaurant
Read 158 reviewsReputation score: 89/100
#22
Noodle Town
Read 87 reviewsReputation score: 85/100
#23
The Pepper Tree Essendon
Read 129 reviewsReputation score: 83/100
12-14 Napier St, Essendon Victoria 3040
(03) 9689 1951#24
Alya Restaurant Cafe Bar
Read 61 reviewsReputation score: 81/100
#25
Pezzetinos Pizza & Pasta
Read 92 reviewsReputation score: 78/100
1039 Mt Alexander Rd, Essendon Victoria 3040
(03) 9994 6225#26
The Landing Place
Read 25 reviewsReputation score: 78/100
#27
Red Spice Melbourne
Read 16 reviewsReputation score: 66/100
9 Napier St, Essendon Victoria 3040
0433 804 807Showing 27 of 27 businesses. This ranking covers our Essendon listings. This is not a complete census. How we rank them →
What the numbers say about restaurants in Essendon
LocalLocal's Essendon capture includes 27 restaurants with 14,761 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.7 stars, backed by a median of 383 reviews.
A high average means more when plenty of people have contributed. Open the Google review link on a listing to check recent feedback about work like yours. Contact the business to confirm it serves your address.
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Questions about restaurants in Essendon and the evidence behind this list.
Who leads LocalLocal's Essendon restaurants ranking?
Based on records collected 28 September 2026, the highest-scoring businesses are The Cray Seafood & Grill Restaurant Essendon (4.8 stars from 2,524 Google reviews); Mi Gente (4.8 stars from 482 Google reviews); Meat Papi Restaurant Essendon (4.8 stars from 323 Google reviews). These positions describe our captured review record, not a guarantee about the work.
How are restaurants in Essendon ranked?
LocalLocal's score gives up to 50 points for rating quality, 30 for review volume and 20 for available profile details. Equal scores are ordered by star rating, then review count, then a stable business identifier. The method is published on our methodology page.
What does the review record look like for restaurants in Essendon?
The 27 restaurants captured for Essendon hold 14,761 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.7 stars and the median review count is 383. These figures describe our sample, not every local business.
What should I check before booking?
Confirm that the business serves your address and handles your type of work. Read recent Google reviews, ask about any relevant licences or registration, and get the scope and charges in writing.
How current are these details?
The listings were collected 28 September 2026. This is a dated snapshot, not a live Google feed. Confirm current hours, availability and pricing with the business.
Can a business update its listing?
Yes. Open the business profile and select Update details. Explain the correction and include a public source. Correction and removal requests are reviewed before the record changes.