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Great for brunch
Neighborhood gem
Good for groups
PLATES CLATTER. PEOPLE CHITTER-CHATTER. ELSTER ONCE A STOP ALONG A JOURNEY, IS NOW THE DESTINATION. DIZZY DISHES, 10 CENTS A GALLON FOR GAS, WILLIAM VAN ALEN, GRAF ZEPPELIN, JAMES SCULLIN, PLUTO DISCOVERED GHADI'S ARREST, A POUND OF HAMBURGER MEAT AT 13 CENTS, THE BIRTH OF NEIL ARMSTRONG, THE CHRYSLER BUILDING, FROZEN FOODS COMMERCIALLY SOLD, 6,462,610 IN AUSTRALIA.
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4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
4.4Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4.1Value
Noise • Energetic
Review summary
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Elster, a charming venue with a "wonderful slice of Elsternwick history," offers a delightful brunch experience with a "thoughtful and delicious menu." The "friendly and attentive" staff enhance the relaxed indoor and outdoor atmosphere. Although some find it noisy, it's a "great spot" for coffee, brunch, and gatherings.
27 Reviews
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Amy
New York City4 reviews
2.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
Overall 2
Food 2
Service 2
Ambience 2
I paid $36 for eggs on toast with 2 sides and a coffee. The side of tomatoes was sliced cold tomato on a plate, The waitress had asked whether we wanted our toast buttered, which we said yes to, and it came out without butter. Everything about this experience was disappointing apart from the nice interior fit out.
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Nikki
Victoria1 review
5.0
Dined on January 17, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 4
Ambience 5
Great cafe with really nice food options and dietary options. Great vibe!
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Rae
Melbourne5 reviews
3.0
Dined on December 28, 2024
Overall 3
Food 3
Service 4
Ambience 4
I love going to Elster and have never had a problem. Yesterday, I found two hairs in my food. The issue was dealt with respectfully from both sides and an adjustment on my bill was taken care of. I do enjoy going there; the atmosphere is nice and it was quite because of the holidays.
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Jo
Melbourne16 reviews
4.0
Dined on December 21, 2024
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 4
Ambience 4
Elster is a great spot for coffee, brunch and getting together. Friendly team who were attentive and accommodating.
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Shirley
Melbourne1 review
4.0
Dined on November 24, 2024
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 4
Ambience 3
Excellent seating in response to a special request.
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Kath
Melbourne11 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 19, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Friendly service, innovative and delicious food. A little pricey for breakfast.
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Martin VIP
Melbourne1 review
4.0
Dined on September 13, 2024
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 4
Really good breakfast experience at Elster. Service was great from the moment we walked in.
Food was also very good.
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OpenTable Diner
Melbourne6 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 17, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 3
Attentive service, great food. A tad too noisy (Sunday arvo, busy). Please turn music down!
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Louise
Melbourne1 review
3.0
Dined on February 24, 2024
Overall 3
Food 3
Service 3
Ambience 3
The place itself is really nice but the food has nothing special. We had to wait half an hour to be served our food.
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EduardP
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Lovely family brunch. Nice slightly separate elevated area at the back
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FAQs
Elster offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (03) 9532 7765.
Elster is rated 4.3 stars by 27 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.