Opening hours
| Monday | 7:30 am – 2 pm |
| Tuesday | 7:30 am – 2 pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30 am – 2 pm |
| Thursday | 7:30 am – 2 pm |
| Friday | 7:30 am – 2 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am – 2 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am – 2 pm |
Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address48 Essex Street, Footscray VIC 3011
- Phone0473 147 775
- Websitewest48.com.au
- CuisineCoffee
48 Essex Street, Footscray VIC 3011 · 7.3 km from Melbourne centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypeCafé
- CuisineCoffee
- AreaFootscray, Melbourne
- StateVictoria
- HoursOpen 7 days, from early morning
About West 48
West 48 brings Coffee food to Footscray in Victoria. You'll find it at 48 Essex Street, Footscray VIC 3011, roughly 7.3 km from the Melbourne city centre.
Australia's café culture is world-famous: expertly made flat whites, all-day brunch, smashed avo and house-baked treats. Cafés are usually busiest on weekend mornings and many close by mid-afternoon.
West 48 is open 7 days, from early morning; the venue offers dine-in, outdoor seating; there are vegetarian, vegan options.
Planning a night out in Footscray? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Ebi Fine Foods and Harley and Rose.
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
- ☀️Outdoor seating
- ♿No wheelchair accessible
- 🥦Vegetarian options
- 🌱Vegan options
- ❄️Air-conditioned
- 💳Card payments
What to order
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Closest restaurants to West 48
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Ebi Fine Foods 🍣 Japanese · 18A Essex Street, Footscray240 mE · 3 min walk
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2
Harley and Rose 🍕 Pizza · 572 Barkly Street, West Footscray530 mW · 6 min walk
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3
Krishna Pait Pooja 🍛 Indian · 3/578 Barkly Street, West Footscray570 mW · 7 min walk
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4
Bawarchi melbourne 🍽️ International · Barkly Street, West Footscray620 mW · 7 min walk
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5
Aangan Footscray 🍛 Indian · 559 Barkly Street, West Footscray630 mW · 8 min walk
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6
KFC 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · Footscray640 mSE · 8 min walk
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7
Dahlak ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Footscray670 mNE · 8 min walk
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8
Diners 🍽️ International · Footscray670 mNE · 8 min walk -
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Saffron 🍽️ International · Footscray690 mNE · 8 min walk
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10
Aadab 🍽️ International · Footscray690 mNE · 8 min walk
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Eating out in Footscray
Footscray is home to 147 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Melbourne area with 9,581 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, international restaurants, vietnamese restaurants. Within 25 km of West 48 there are 7,587 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include West Footscray (1.2 km), Seddon (1.4 km), Kingsville (1.5 km), Maidstone (1.7 km).
Cuisine mix in Footscray
Frequently asked questions
Where is West 48 located?
West 48 is located at 48 Essex Street, Footscray VIC 3011. It is about 7.3 km from the centre of Melbourne. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of West 48?
West 48 is open 7 days, from early morning. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Melbourne time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does West 48 serve?
West 48 serves Coffee cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
Is West 48 wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair access at West 48 is listed as limited or unavailable. Contact the venue to discuss your needs.
How can I contact West 48?
You can reach West 48 by phone on 0473 147 775 or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to West 48?
The closest venue is Ebi Fine Foods, about 240 m to the east (3 min walk). Other close options include Harley and Rose (530 m), Krishna Pait Pooja (570 m), Bawarchi melbourne (620 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near West 48?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Steakhouse Grill 66 (Steakhouse & Grill, 5.5 km), Trattoria Emilia (International, 7.3 km), Universal Italian (Italian, 7.3 km).
Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near Footscray?
Other cafés & brunch venues close by include Dahlak Restuarant Cafe & Bar (700 m), Dumbo (740 m), Le Vo (980 m).
How many restaurants are there in Footscray?
Our guide lists 147 places to eat in Footscray, most commonly cafés & brunch (42), international restaurants (36), vietnamese restaurants (14). Within 25 km there are 7,587 venues in total.