West 48

4.5

45 Reviews

$40 and under

Modern Australian

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2 people

Mar 21, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for brunch
Neighborhood gem
Innovative

Welcome to West 48, a vibrant spot in Footscray where rustic charm meets modern Australian cuisine. Our inviting industrial space is perfect for gathering with friends and family over delicious food.

Start your day with our all-day breakfast menu. For lunch, enjoy toasted ciabattas with choices such as Cuca sardines or tiger prawns with coriander and aioli.

We cater to all tastes, offering vegetarian and gluten-free options, along with a selection of refreshing drinks, including coffee, tea, and cold-pressed juices.

Whether you're after a casual brunch or a relaxed lunch, West 48 is your ideal destination. Come and experience our unique blend of rustic charm and modern cuisine today.

Additional information

Location
48 Essex Street, Footscray, AU-VIC 3011
Phone number
0473 147 775
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Breakfast, Café
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 8:00 am–2:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Experiences

Coffee and Cake at West 48
Multiple dates available
We welcome you to join us for Coffee and Cake at West 48. Indulge in a selection of treats from Rise Kitchen paired with your favourite Allpress Coffee.

What 45 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Inner City West
Most Booked

45 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
Melbourne7 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 23, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Food, ambience very good. Staff friendly. Only knock on the experience was being rushed out the door
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BrendaPC VIP
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on June 17, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience. Our favourite go to! Staff are lovely and are always very welcoming
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Balwin
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on June 11, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fav neighbourhood Cafe. Love the food. Love the staff. Love the Ambience. My daughter has tried Shakshuka in so many places , but swears West48 has the best !
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GuyD
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on May 14, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was wonderful and the food was amazing....thank you for a great experience on Mum's day
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MelindaB
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on May 5, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I was recommended this place by co-workers and was not disappointed at all. It truly is a hidden gem. The food was so delicious and the staff really lovely and friendly. We will definitely be back.
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KylieMae
Melbourne2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 9, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chilli scrambled eggs are amazeballs. Super fast service and a perfect coffee first time. I give 5 out of 5 stars. Highly recommended!
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Bianca
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on April 7, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had the corn fritters I feel a slice of bread would have made the meal perfect! However I’m not complaining by any means. It was great!
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OpenTable Diner
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on December 29, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Highly recommended, perfect spot especially for brunch, staff are attentive and approachable, food/drink is on point from quality and serving size
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MelW
Melbourne2 reviews
1.0
Dined on December 27, 2022
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Took my booking, asked me to confirm, sent me a reminder- when we turned up you were closed ☹️
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JohnS
Melbourne1 review
3.0
Dined on October 23, 2022
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We booked a table for eleven am for three people indoors as the weather forecast wasn’t great, however when we got there on time we had to wait 20 minutes and then we were seated outside, and there were people behind us who got served first. Absolutely no point in booking.
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FAQs

West 48 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 0473 147 775.

West 48 is rated 4.5 stars by 45 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 21, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

48 Essex Street, Footscray, AU-VIC 3011

Additional information

Phone number
0473 147 775
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Breakfast, Café
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 8:00 am–2:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

West 48

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Coffee and Cake at West 48

Menu

What 45 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

FAQs

Does West 48 offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is West 48 restaurant rated?

Is West 48 currently accepting reservations?

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