Opening hours
| Monday | 7 am – 2:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am – 2:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am – 2:30 pm, 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am – 2:30 pm, 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm |
| Friday | 7 am – 2:30 pm, 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am – 2:30 pm, 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am – 2:30 pm |
Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address108 River Esplanade, Docklands VIC
- Websitethe-espressonist.com
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
108 River Esplanade, Docklands VIC · 2.1 km from Melbourne centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypeCafé
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
- AreaDocklands, Melbourne
- StateVictoria
- HoursOpen 7 days, from early morning
About The Espressionist
The Espressionist is a cafés & brunch café in Docklands, Victoria. You'll find it at 108 River Esplanade, Docklands VIC, roughly 2.1 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.
The Espressionist is open 7 days, from early morning; the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in Docklands? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including FOMO Bar & Grill and Corniche.
In the venue's own words: “Waterfront Docklands cafe and wine bar at 108 River Esplanade. Zest specialty coffee, marina-view brunch daily, plus FOMO grill Wednesday to Saturday nights.”
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
What to order
Signature cafés & brunch dishes to look out for.
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Closest restaurants to The Espressionist
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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FOMO Bar & Grill 🔥 Steakhouse & Grill · 108 River Esplanade, Docklands10 mSE · 1 min walk -
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Corniche 🧆 Middle Eastern & Turkish · Yarra’s Edge70 mSE · 1 min walk
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3
18 Pence Lane ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Yarra’s Edge170 mE · 2 min walk
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4
Pizze Société 🍕 Pizza · Yarra’s Edge240 mW · 3 min walk
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5
The Other Brother ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Yarra’s Edge280 mN · 3 min walk
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In A Rush ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Yarra’s Edge280 mNE · 3 min walk
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7
365 ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Yarra’s Edge290 mNE · 3 min walk
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Groovy Mamas 🍜 Thai · Yarra’s Edge330 mN · 4 min walk
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9
Little Bean Dockside ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Yarra’s Edge340 mN · 4 min walk
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Chia chia 🍽️ International · Yarra’s Edge350 mNE · 4 min walk
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Eating out in Docklands
Docklands is home to 94 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, japanese restaurants. Within 25 km of The Espressionist there are 8,261 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Yarra’s Edge (320 m), South Wharf (540 m), South Melbourne (1.6 km), Koreatown (1.6 km).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is The Espressionist located?
The Espressionist is located at 108 River Esplanade, Docklands VIC. It is about 2.1 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 The Espressionist?
The Espressionist 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 The Espressionist serve?
The Espressionist serves Cafés & Brunch cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact The Espressionist?
You can reach The Espressionist or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to The Espressionist?
The closest venue is FOMO Bar & Grill, about 10 m to the south-east (1 min walk). Other close options include Corniche (70 m), 18 Pence Lane (170 m), Pizze Société (240 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near The Espressionist?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Steakhouse Grill 66 (Steakhouse & Grill, 1.0 km), Trattoria Emilia (International, 2.0 km), Trend Cafe and Restaurant (Pizza, 2.4 km).
Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near Docklands?
Other cafés & brunch venues close by include VinTam’s Cafe (350 m), Kenny’s Bakery Cafe (370 m), iBean (370 m).
How many restaurants are there in Docklands?
Our guide lists 94 places to eat in Docklands, most commonly cafés & brunch (33), international restaurants (17), japanese restaurants (6). Within 25 km there are 8,261 venues in total.