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The Espressonist, Docklands, AU-VIC

The Espressonist

4.8 (8)
$40 and under
Seafood
108 River Esp, Docklands, AU-VIC 3008

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Romantic
  • Great for outdoor dining
Bait Shop by the espressonist is the newest venture from the team behind the best brunch in docklands.

The new dinner offering has a simple and fun approach,
Fresh seafood by the Yarra river... lobster and champagne anyone?

For bigger bookings please email: bookings@the-espressonist.com and we will try to accomodate you, however groups of more than 10 may require pre-orders or special menus.

See you Soon!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Modern European, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Daily 8:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Demian Gibbins
  • Neighborhood
    Docklands
  • Cross street
    Lorimer Street
  • Parking details
    Parking for the restaurant is along Lorimer Street and Point Park Crescent.
  • Public transit
    Tram 70 and 75 are the easiest. Stop D5, cross the Webb bridge, turn right and walk along the marina 200m to the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 8 people are saying

The Espressonist reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.8
4.8 based on all time ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseEnergetic

8 Reviews
  1. SandyB

    Seattle / Eastern Washington7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious meal and a good wine list. Friendly service and enjoyed the live music.

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  2. RebeccaF

    Melbourne7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It was lots of fun - live band, great food and great drinks. service could’ve been better but I think the waiter was new. I will return regardless - it was so good.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    New South Wales5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and drinks!

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  4. DazD

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined on December 28, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service, average coffee (long black), pleasant location & parking nearby.

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  5. MalcolmR VIP

    Melbourne4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 5, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful evening. Food was fantastic! Service impeccable. We will certainly be back soon.

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  6. MemG

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 4, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So nice, so quiet and so well Priced. It’s a cozy little area

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  7. PhilS

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on September 5, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An amazing surprise ! Been away so needed vegetables. The greens were awesome , crisp and tasty, crab linguini also very nice in a pleasant art gallery environment with great service. A great community restaurant with an excellent wine list and menu. A new local favourite

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  8. Lili1

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 20, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brilliant evening spent at Fomo .. Food was very yummy 😋. Loved my proseco as well . Service was outstanding and definitely would recommend this to my friends . Going back there ASAP

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FAQs

The Espressonist offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 0426 422 774.

The Espressonist is rated 4.8 stars by 8 OpenTable diners.

  1. Home
  2. Australia
  3. Melbourne
  4. City Centre
  5. Docklands

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Google Map for The Espressonist

108 River Esp, Docklands, AU-VIC 3008

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Lorimer Street
  • Neighborhood
    Docklands
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Daily 8:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Modern European, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking for the restaurant is along Lorimer Street and Point Park Crescent.
  • Public transit
    Tram 70 and 75 are the easiest. Stop D5, cross the Webb bridge, turn right and walk along the marina 200m to the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Demian Gibbins
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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