West Side Place Dining Guide: Restaurants & Cafes
West Side Place Dining Guide: Restaurants & Cafes
West Side Place at the corner of Spencer and Lonsdale Streets has rapidly evolved into one of Melbourne CBD's most vibrant culinary and hospitality destinations. Beyond its soaring residential towers, the precinct boasts a curated selection of dining, artisanal bakeries, and luxury hospitality.
Whether you are staying at Havenly Escape for a weekend getaway, an event at Marvel Stadium, or business in the CBD, having exceptional dining options within the precinct and across the street elevates your stay.
Dining & Cafes Inside West Side Place
The retail promenade and towers of West Side Place host an exciting range of dining and specialty venues:
Maxi Lune by Lune Croissanterie
Melbourne's world-famous Lune Croissanterie opened Maxi Lune at the base of the Ritz-Carlton on Lonsdale Street. This flagship venue serves Lune's celebrated handcrafted croissants, exclusive pastries, and specialty coffee. Staying at Havenly Escape puts you moments from fresh morning pastries.
Cafes & Casual Dining
The precinct features a selection of popular venues:
- Toast Go Gold: Quick gourmet toasties and comfort treats.
- Sucre du Jour: Artisanal French pastries, cakes, and sweets.
- Hot Star Chicken: Crispy Taiwanese large fried chicken.
- Gong cha: Premium bubble tea and refreshing iced beverages.
- West Side Wine: Curated boutique wines, craft beers, and spirits for enjoying back in your apartment.
Sky-High Dining: The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne
West Side Place anchors premier luxury hospitality with The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne (650 Lonsdale Street):
- Atria: Located on Level 80, offering innovative Modern Australian fine dining with panoramic skyline and bay views.
- Cameo: An intimate cocktail bar on Level 80 open Friday and Saturday evenings, showcasing rare spirits and signature mixology.
Nearby within the precinct, the Dorsett Melbourne (615 Little Lonsdale Street) also offers contemporary dining and lounge options.
Groceries & Everyday Dining: Spencer Outlet Centre
Directly opposite West Side Place, attached to Southern Cross Station, is the Spencer Outlet Centre (201 Spencer Street):
- Coles Spencer St: Open from 6:00 am to midnight daily, a short walk across Spencer Street. Ideal for stocking your apartment's full kitchen with groceries and snacks.
- Pantre Fine Foods & Asian Groceries: Specialty ingredients, snacks, and staples.
- Food Court & Casual Eateries: Convenient options including Starbucks, The Coffee Club, Genki Sushi, Schnitz, Roll'd, Soul Origin, Dumpling Chef, Chatime, and Walker's Doughnuts.
Nearby Cafes, Restaurants & Bars
A short walk from the building reveals some of Melbourne's most celebrated dining institutions:
- Higher Ground (650 Little Bourke St): Housed in a stunning heritage power station, serving innovative brunch and specialty coffee daily from 7:00 am.
- Foglia di Fico (585 La Trobe St): Modern Italian dining on the corner of Spencer Street, open Tuesday to Saturday for lunch and dinner.
- Patricia Coffee Brewers (rear of 493–495 Little Bourke St): Renowned standing-room espresso bar open Monday to Friday.
- The Alexander Bar (Savoy Hotel, 630 Little Collins St): Classic dinner and evening cocktails from 4:30 pm daily.
- Hardware Société (123 Hardware St): Famous Melbourne brunch favourite.
- Kirk's Wine Bar (46 Hardware Lane): European-inspired bistro and wine bar open Monday to Saturday from midday.
Stay at Havenly Escape: Apartment Comfort with Precinct Dining
While dining at precinct bars or picking up pastries from Maxi Lune, hotel rooms can feel restrictive.
Havenly Escape offers spacious, self-contained accommodation at West Side Place:
- Full Kitchens & Dining Tables: Enjoy takeaway from local cafes or prepare home-cooked meals with groceries from Coles.
- Dedicated Bedrooms & Living Areas: Choose between our 2-Bedroom CBD Apartment (Sleeps up to 6) or our high-rise 3-Bedroom Sky Residence (Sleeps up to 8).
- Exclusive Resident Facilities: Access to 25m heated lap pool, gym, steam room, and sauna.
Book Your Stay Direct to secure the best rates for your Melbourne visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What dining options are located inside West Side Place?
West Side Place features Maxi Lune by Lune Croissanterie on Lonsdale Street, Toast Go Gold, Sucre du Jour, West Side Wine, Hot Star Chicken, and Gong cha. The complex also hosts Atria restaurant and Cameo cocktail bar on Level 80 of The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne.
Where can I buy groceries near West Side Place?
Coles is located inside Spencer Outlet Centre at 201 Spencer Street, directly across the road from West Side Place. It is open from 6:00 am to midnight, seven days a week. Spencer Outlet Centre also features Pantre Fine Foods & Asian Groceries.
What are the best brunch and coffee spots within walking distance?
Nearby brunch and coffee destinations within walking distance include Higher Ground on Little Bourke Street, Patricia Coffee Brewers, and Hardware Société on Hardware Street, as well as Italian dining at Foglia di Fico on La Trobe Street.
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