Great coffee, delicious food and friendly staff who have helped make West48 a great part of our neighborhood
For me ,best tasting coffee,love my morning lattees
Fantastic addition to the local community, great staff, excellent coffee :)
Best coffee in the West!!!
Melbourne Lifestyle Blog
+4
When a visitor to Melbourne says, ‘coffee?’ the only response can be, ‘where?’ And when my Sydney-sider friend was stuck in Melbourne over lock-down, the choice was West 48. I admit I had been here before, it was another friend’s favourite café for years, but it had been years, since I had visited so that I recognised the layout before the name.
Our local cafe, great coffee and food :)
Hidden gem in Footscray serving delicious brunch dishes and excellent coffee. It helps that the service is also friendly. Mac and cheese was excellent and still light to eat despite having 3 kinds of cheeses. The corn fritters are not overly oily and paired nicely with the smoked salmon.
Beautiful coffee, nice friendly service and good food, that pretty much sums up West 48.
We went there at about 10:15am and could either wait for a table or sit outside. It was cold but sunny, so we chose to sit out. It was great because they got blankets
Hubby ordered the burger 🍔 and I got the hotcakes 🥞. The kiddies got the most healthy option, which is the brunch bowl w chicken (could choose between chicken, smoked salmon or tofu)
The hotcakes was delightful, although I wasn’t 100% sold on the berries that came with it. It tasted like frozen berries.
The waiter knew I was getting the brunch bowl for kiddies and smartly checked whether we wanted to omit the wasabi. Good move! The kids loved their brunch bowl w fried chicken tenderloins, edamame beans, seaweed, avocado 🥑, Mayo and rice.
Our tummies full and caffeine cravings satisfied, we drove back home for a relaxing Sunday nap.
Wasn’t sure what to expect as this was our first time brunching in Footscray with the baby.
Service was friendly and accommodating. Loved that the outdoor seating had a water cooler spray, much needed for hot days. And baby was happily sleeping in the cool mist too.
Food was also lovely and filling. Our fav was the brunch bowl with crispy chicken. The corn fritters with smoked salmon was delicious as well.
Overall, a stellar brunch experience ❤️
One of the west of Melbourne’s go to brunch spots. In a bustling area of Maribynong & Footscray, it provides a spot for the locals to enjoy and excellent brunch with something on the menu for everyone
We had the lamb curry, weirdly you can only order it after 12. We went there at 1145, so we could not order it when we order at 1155. the waitress was lovely and hold our order for us. The service was great and the coffee was lovely too.
Amazing place and great coffee! Found on Zomato, the reviews lived up to the product. Packed when I got there, fantastic staff and great experience. Will be back
3.5
Consistency is sometimes hard in hospitality, however West 48 seems to be able to deliver.
Having visited quite a number of times over the last couple of years, we find that the service and food draws us back despite there being numerous alternatives.
The only negative is street parking - not easy.
More a 4.5. Loved this place. Unsuspecting little cafe off the main stretch of Footscray. Staff were friendly and the food was SO GOOD. A couple of different options that steer away from the usual. Good use of space. Nice coffee. Would come back here ☺️
Rating: 3.5
We had always wanted to try out this brunch spot in the West. We were seated with very friendly staff who checked on us a few times throughout our experience.
We ordered the chilli egg scramble which was spicy but I enjoyed it alongside the chorizo.
I really enjoyed the mac n cheese which had an egg to top it off and a toast inside to give it a bit of texture.
My friend ordered the corn fritters with smoked salmon which was very filling. The smoked salmon complimented the feta cheese.
We ordered a bowl of fries to share with our group of friends, in which we could not finish between a group of 5.
The coffee is good as always like most cafes.
Everything was very filling and worth its price. Will come back to try the poke bowl, noodles or anything else on the menu!
Coffee always perfect, service always friendly. The is food is always delicious and adventurous. My go to is the egg and pecorino roll...simple but so so good.
One of the few cafes that nail every aspect of a fantastic brunch / lunch experience! It begins from the fab service you get on arrival, through to the delicious food (corn fritters and eggs benny are the best!) and the vibe is cool and chilled. There is usually a small wait on the weekends but it’s well worth it. Grab a coffee, take a seat and before you know it you’ll be seated with a smile.
Mad love for this place! Chill scramble was the best kind I’ve ever had. But I thoroughly enjoy their poke bowl and fritters too. Really friendly staff too makes you wanna keep going back.
Made our morning. Expect a short wait on weekend mornings but don’t worry (you shouldn’t be in a hurry anyway), throw yourself up against the outside wall covered in street art and soak up some sun while you wait.
Friendly staff make you feel welcome, they will be busy so treat them nicely and be rewarded with great service.
Coffee was great and they received our typical Melbourne coffee snob orders with a smile.
Menu had me indecisive, through only due to all the enticing items on offer. We were recommended the eggs Benedict and pulled brisket on hash browns - couldn’t of been better.
Thank you guys, we will be back again.
Rustic atmosphere, great coffee and yummy food! We had Egg Benny and Avocado with feta. Egg Benny was nice but too much cheese so couldn't finish the dish (from a guys perspective). Avocado was very fresh and full of flavour, there was also chilli and cherry tomatoes which were very juicy! Coffee was great too, can't fault it! Grateful to have this cafe in the west neighbourhood. try it out if you are nearby.
Try this place on a weekday because it is super busy on the weekend. The staff are always so friendly and helpful in trying to get you a seat but when seated, you never feel rushed to leave. The food is good and they have a really good citrus tart.
Went here for the first time today for brunch with the misses. The place is quiet busy had to wait 10 minutes before been seated. We had he mac cheese and pulled beef dishes and both were quiet good and very filling. Price was decent and atmosphere was very relaxing.
Went here on a Sunday for lunch and it was busy. Had to wait about 15mins for a table. We started with drinks (coffee, hot chocolate and chai latte) which were all pleasant. Service was great. Food came out quickly. I had the benny with halloumi. It was different. The dish overall was quite salty to my taste and my friend who had the corn fritters also said that her dish was quite salty. If I had all the elements together it would still be on the slightly salty side. Presentation was on point. Would definitely come again.
Brilliant!
Staff are upbeat and friendly. Meals are sublime, make sure you are hungry because they are large serves. Coffee is great and atmosphere is always alive - great stuff guys!
😱Lizzie’s first impression: this place is always bustling on the weekend and is the perfect place for a local brunch. Food is always consistent!
🍩Lizzie enjoyed: I loved the smashed pea with pumpkins on toast dish and also the hot cakes are bomb too!
🍅Lizzie did not enjoy: the wait is kind of long so make sure you head in earlier on the weekends.
🥇Lizzie rates overall: a great place for brunch where each dish is always consistent and feels homey.
Great food, great service. I tried out their banana bread and lemon curd and it was really good, so I'm sure the other proper breakfast dishes will be as even better. Definitely worth a visit. The ambiance is pretty good too, looks small from the outside but there is enough seating inside. Try it.
Great service! Such a variety of dishes. A sushi bowl for post gym fanantics with all the classic Japanese flavours, all in one. Baked macaroni cheese with bacon and egg for those with a hangover. Both super tasty dishes- can't wait to discover more dishes at this gem in the west!
West48 is a typical Melbourne Cafe in the middle of West Foostcray. Have a look at the mural at the side of the building as you stroll by. The coffee is decent and the food is delicious - there are some normal, run of the mill options as well as some more interesting additions like the Tofu Burger.
It was a couple of months ago that we went here, on a weekend morning so it was quite busy, but we were seated quickly and the food was definitely delicious!
Great Menu. The food always hits the right spot and the customer service is fantastic. West Footscray is one of those underrated hidden spots in the West and this is by far my favourite cafe.
I love the ambience of this place. Moody, dark, soulful, rustic. Such a great find in the West!!
And the food - to die for. Brilliant combination of flavours and the coffee is consistently brilliant. Love love love.
Vasko Vasilevski
Visited this establishment yesterday and had a great experience!
Service was amazing and very attentive, water and menus were brought out as soon as we seated.
We ordered the Vietnamese ice coffee which was served deconstructed so you could adjust the sweetness which I liked.
Smashed avo was perfection nicely seasoned, with a poached egg which I liked as a lot of places are charging extra for a poached egg, my partner ordered the corn fritters which is said was bursting with flavour, he ordered with a poached egg which unfortunately was an extra.
We enjoyed our visit we wanted to stay longer so we ordered a beer and gin and tonic was refreshing and I loved how they served a premium tonic which I felt really gave it that edge.
Will definitely return again 😀
We've been here many times, it's our go to brunch spot and always hits the spot. I've only had good meals here and service is always friendly.
Located behind the western hospital, this hidden gem was quite hard to find but was definitely worth the journey!!
My friend ordered the mac and 3 cheese with the chai latte over ice and i ordered a pea and mint mash with the lemongrass herbal tea.
- my friend really enjoyed the mac and 3 cheese and she highly recommend it. If you like a bit of spice in your food then this is definitely a dish for you!
- the pea and mint mash was average. But i wouldnt order it again (but i’ll definitely go back to try out the other dishes)
- the staff was very down the earth
- felt really blessed that it was a nice and sunny day so we had the option to sit outside
-prices were average like most brunch places the price range was around $17-$20 per dish but definitely not pricey for the portion size
We’ll definitely go back!!
Vegetarian Food Lover
+4.5
This place has to be one of the best brunch places in the western suburbs. Till now I have not had a better chilli scrambled eggs made like this place. There’s always a huge line for a table so get in early.
Great coffee. Food is good, but I only eat if I’m feeling indulgent. There isn’t much in the way of lighter and healthy choices.
Service is great and friendly, dog friendly.
If you have a sweet tooth like I do and only order sweets off the brunch menu, get the hotcakes!! Fluffy hotcakes with beautifully poached pears - mascarpone complements the dish so well and I can't imagine another element to the dish. Chicken burger was also done well - the chip serving is incredibly generous. The store itself is rather dark on the inside, so I'd probably recommend sitting outside while it's warm or by the window if you get the opportunity (on the other side of the place)
One of our favourites. Very good service and friendly staff. Great food and plenty of choice. I feel like you can't go wrong by coming here. I love west 48!!!
I really do love this cafe. The food and coffee is exceptional. I highly recommend the corn fritters, which are a very generous serving. The only let down to this place is the service. This, of course, is not true for all of the staff. But on a number of occasions now I have felt awkward and unwelcome by a staff member, who tend to snub some customers while happily conversing with others.. If thd staff were only a little friendlier I would have given this cafe five stars without hesitation.
Great brunch spot with indoor and outdoor seating, friendly staff and great service. Really impressed by the portion sizes, particularly with the smashed avo, really generous serve of smashed avo and great flavours to both dishes (also got the Yum Bowl). Plenty of options for vegetarians and a few dishes for vegans too. Approx $25 per person including coffee. Will return! :)
The best of the best. Such an interesting and creative menu, you won't be disappointed with whatever you have. The coffee is great! Try the Mac n cheese, the Vegemite toastie thing, chilli scramble and the eggs benny.
Best cafe. Best service. Generous servings. Quality food and coffee.
Been to many cafes and keep returning here for the food is by far the best bang for your buck. Never disappointed. 100% every time.
Honestly this place is the place to eat. It has fantastic staff who are only too happy to help. The food is amazing and the coffees are divine. This is the place to go to for any occassion and we have been here more times than I can remember.
Great vibe. Huge meals! Lots of options on the menu. Coffee was delicious!! Great cafe to visit in the west! I had the eggs benny (with avo instead of hollandaise).
went here on Saturday morning, super busy but we only had to wait 10 minutes for a table, reasonable as we did not book. The staff were busy but could have been a bit more friendly, the food was amazing! Definitely recommend the corn fritters!
Let's be honest here, this place is popular for good reason. So expect to be waiting awhile to be seated. I waited half an hour sitting on the footpath around the corner contemplating my order as I read the menu thoroughly. The owner made it bearable as he was friendly and entertaining. All the staff were lovely and very interactive. The owner set a great vibe to be in that I enjoyed. I had 'Our Benny' which I didn't dream about that night, probably because I'm not a big fan of eggs Benedict. But I thought I could be turned but I just wasnt. But hey if you love a good Benny you'll be having dreams of Benny's for weeks. The portion size was decent too, I left 20 weeks pregnant and I didn't even know I was pregnant! It was a tough 50 metres walk back to the car I tell you. Overall, it was great experience but could have been improved by some stools to wait on. Cheers team, you're doing fab 👌#kaylascrew #thatsnotmyname Bonnie Carson Kayla Munroe
Very good coffee and solid chocolate in their hot chocolates, but it is at a premium price range - its dead man quality in the inner western suburbs , but still a way behind St Ali's and Auction Rooms. Take note its target clientele are definite hipster and alternate lifestyle but does have a good range of options for children. Friendly service and They can't complain as I observed the reaction of one client when they were advised ( and this was displayed at the point if sale at the register) that they did not have any bon soy due to a supplier shortage.
I walked in and was greeted by a friendly waiter who seated me immediately. Given it was a weekday and quite early (10:30am) there were still some seats available. I'd caught the 'early morning business breakfast crowd'. The ambiance at West 48 is cool, relaxed and homey. The food and service was impeccable. I ordered a chai tea and Our Benny - both scrumptious and devoured enthusiastically. My friend ordered a cappuccino and the Three Cheeses Mac which she loved. I'd definitely recommend West 48 as a staple go-to for any locals or those in the area and I'll definitely be back! It was the best brunch place I've been to in a while.
Lovely brunch at West 48! The service was friendly and they were accomodating in finding us a table where we would be comfortable with enough room for a pram and a high chair. The coffee was delicious and we all enjoyed our meals. I ordered the Eggs Benedict and although it was flavoursome, I struggled to finish it - it's so rich! I'll have to come back and work my way through the menu!
Absolutely love West 48!
Their version of eggs benedict (called "Our Benny") is served on sweet potato hash alongside haloumi. Really delicious and well presented. Coffee is also wonderful here. The cafe itself is quite small and there can be a bit of a wait, so arrive early.
Still will come back if they can keep up the good work
Came back here after almost a year.
Everything was lovely; staff were nice; coffee was good; food was delicious; portion was huge.
Overall, we had a really good start for a long day at work.
P/s: if my corn fritters hadn't been pre-made and pre-portioned, this would have been perfect
Went there today for brunch, nice place and the food was good however $18:50 for the SMASH is way to expensive for a slice of sourdough and avo on top. There was a piece of chilie and 1 coriander leave but regardless that's just way way way to much! Should at least come with an egg. And also there wasn't any feta :(
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Very keen to try this cafe based on its reputation. Greeted at the door which was a very nice touch and seated immediately, first thing you notice is how dark the space is though not much can be done about the south facing aspect but would suggest the dark walls do not help. Ordered the Pea and Mint Mash and was pretty excited when it was served and a dish I could just stare at and admire. It just had to be photographed from all angles!! The flavours work well, the smooth and fresh pea and mint mash with the sweet baked pumpkin and the salty bacon, then I stabbed my eggs and the orange lava flow (which you can only get from eggs laid by a happy chook) engulfed the dish. The bread was interesting, it's a pumpkin sourdough though it was a little dense and difficult to cut through but had good flavour. I polished it up though and was delighted to see something more than just smash Avocado on the menu as most cafes do these days. Food here is good but the music is too loud for my liking. Nice coffee.
Love this local gem! Ian and the staff are amazing. Great coffee, fantastic food (hands down best smashed avo in the west), and friendly service.
The only "downfall" is how busy it gets so there can be a bit of a wait however, it's well worth it.
My only real critique is that it could do with some fresh salad menu items
Downright the best Chai latte I've ever had! Went there with my housemate and he seconded the motion. Would also highly recommend the eggs with crunchy chilli oil.
Midweek breakfast. Had heard this place is super busy on weekends. Quick & friendly service. Plenty of parking around. Coffee looked good but I went for a peppermint tea. Meals were quick to come from the kitchen. Boys went the Our Benny, their most popular dish apparently. It was a repeat order for one of the boys so it must be good! I had the Hotcakes. Sweet breakfast treat. Sushi Bowl is on my list for next time.
A compact cafe that gets quite busy but we were lucky to just beat a rush and not have to wait for a seat. The coffee was nice but not hot enough to savour before going cold. However the food was splendid. I got the Pea & Mint mash which came with nice soft poached eggs, the mint in the mash plus layers of roast pumpkin added complexity for a complete dish. Very well presented. My friend got the Mac & 3 Cheese and really enjoyed it, the 3 different types of cheese stood out and was quite indulgent and filling. I got a chocolate shake to go and was happy with its thickness. Not cheap but not too expensive.
Would recommend
Always busy so hard to find a seat- however food is so so yum and a really nice place for a chill brunch. Really friendly staff and lots of things to choose from!
Tried their "Our Benny"... their version of an Eggs Benedict. Orgasmic. 👍 and the food arrived very quickly from ordering. Was well worth dropping into this place to try Our Benny... they use a custom home made type of fried waffle thing - totally yum. It's not your classic EB.
We thoroughly enjoyed the Mac & Three Cheese. Topped with a perfectly fried egg with a runny yolk and crispy edges, within the casserole was a generous serving of crispy bacon. The star of the show was of course that Mac and Cheese. Cooked to just the right softness, the macaroni exhibited just the right texture and wasn’t the least bit mushy. A beautiful cheesy flavour permeated throughout, and the mix of tasty, cheddar and parmesan provided a much more complex and intricate flavour that’s not normally found in any Mac and Cheese. With a slightly toasted, incredibly buttery brioche underneath soaking up all the cheeses, it was an incredibly indulgent breaky that would’ve been the perfect hangover cure.
It was overall and enjoyable brunch experience at West 48. Despite having a rather conventional menu, the dishes were executed to a high level and offered a tasty and satisfying breakfast with decent coffee to pair.
Came to West 48 for an Anzac Day breakfast and for under $50 we left completely satisfied. My partner ordered the "Our Bennie" with spinach whilst I opted for "Eggs your Way" with bacon, mushrooms and halloumi. Service was wonderful and although there was a 10 minute wait for a table. Food and coffee came out super quickly. Would definitely recommend.
Love love love this place! Their eggs benedict is the best I've ever had (mainly because I love sweet potato, who doesn't) the service is also amazing, always friendly. I've literally dragged everyone I know here, I refuse to go anywhere else haha. Please put matcha on the menu! Definitely 5 stars
Came here on a rainy and very autumny Sunday morning for our usual brunch session. At the door we were warmly welcomed and told that there were not tables available so we waited, the place was pumping.😥
After a while the 4 of us got a table and ordered our food and drinks: sushi bowl, slow cooked lamb, smash avo, vegemite and cheddar, a latte, a Vietnamese coffee, an espresso and couple of OJs😁.
Now here is the real story: this place is super duper special, we simply loved it. The manager named Ian was lovely❤, friendly but also very efficient and professional; he definitely made the difference🙋.
The food was deliciously addictive, flavours, textures and seasoning were not missing😚. All dishes hit the mark in no order of preference, it depends what you feel like eating. If you come here, (and you should) you are in for a dining treat.😍
This place is ALWAYS pumping on a Saturday morning... sometimes theres a bit of a wait for a table. We had a late brunch so we were seated immediately. The furnshing is simple with a cosy environment - typically this place is populated with locals close by. The menu is accomodating as there is vegan/vegetarian/gluten/dairy free options. Portion sizes are large and definietly filling. I ordered the tofu scramble and I LOVE it! Coffee is also good quality. Service is quick and prompt. Will visit this place regularly!
Visited this cafe situated in a residential area on a cold rainy weekend a couple of weeks ago. Cafe was busy when we arrived around 9am, and we had to wait around 10mins before getting a table. Friend and I ordered scrambled tofu and the corn fritters dish. Food came really quick and portion size was generous. Tasty food and coffee was good too. Great cafe on the west side of the city.
Perfect brunch spot for a cold morning during summertime which is just down the street for me. Wanted to order the Japanese pancake but unfortunately it was sold out for the day although it was only 9.30 in the morning. Ordered the scrambled tofu instead with sauteed Asian mushrooms which is yum and flavoursome. My friend had the corn fritters and it's equally delicious with a good portion size.
Alessandro Love Good Food
+4.5
went for car wash this morning and the owner suggested to come here for breakfast.Well very good choice very busy place coffee was good nice service and really good breakfast well done guys.
I cant rate West 48 highly enough. 5.0 doesn't do it justice!
Every time I have visited the food and coffee has always been consistently great, but more importantly, the staff are so friendly and all over great people.
They always ensure we're comfortable and always have a smile on their faces. My Dad can be difficult in public due to a brain injury, and outings can be quite a challenge sometimes. The staff have always made us feel welcome and their friendly and relaxed attitude always seem to comfort him whenever we bring him out to brunch. A big thankyou to West48 for everything. Keep up the good work guys!!
This cafe was recommended to me by my sister. It is hidden away in a side street of Footscray has a cosy feeling inside, but almost a little too cosy to take young children (which I did) The latte I ordered was perfect so I ended up having two...but the highlight was the Eggs Benny! Absolutely amazing, its a huge call but its probably the best I've had. The rosti is a great idea and the haloumi works so well with it. I cant wait to go back and eat it again. Besides that the service was good, wait staff were a little confused about where food/drinks were going but it wasnt a big deal. Overall a great experience.
Greatest eggs benedict of my life ... perfect poached eggs, bacon, halloumi and sweet potato hash. Amazing staff and customer service. Coffee was spectacular. Get into it.
Tucked away in the inner streets of Footscray is the intimate cafe, West 48. The relaxed ambience of this cafe brings about a positive vibes making it a great place for coffee. We ordered the Our Benny and the Organic Beef Burger. Everything about the Our Benny was beautiful, though it is not recommended you should order the burger because it was over priced for what it was and did not taste as satisfying as what you would get at 8bit down the road. Despite this, would definitely come back again for the Brunch Menu.
Great coffee, awesome service, our wonderful waiter recommended the brisket on hash browns with chilli and Sujuk. I must say it was one of the best dishes ive had at a cafe. Chilli scrambled may be a little hot for people but perfect for us. Well def be back. Coffee great aswell.
Delicious breakfast and great coffee, yummy sweets + outstanding service from Ian! Perfect combo to start the day! Highly recommend this place ubereats with them is good too well organized no spill coffee with cling wrap and a crate and quality of coffee is just as always great! Thanks Sandra for always making my coffee so good! 💕
Came here on a Sunday and whilst busy we managed to get a table straight away.
Ordered the corn fritters and coconut eggs. Both dishes were great, coconut eggs in particular was very well balanced and super tasty, roti was a little too crispy for my liking but apart from that was a delicious dish. Coffees and fresh OJ were all up to par for a top Cafe.
Service was prompt and friendly, look forward to coming back and trying more of the fairly extensive menu.
I found this nice cafe by chance, and had nice food.
The volume is a bit small, but the taste was amazing.
Had Maple Waffle and Brunch Bowl.
I went to West 48 for breakfast and ordered the Mushroom Stack. The background music, unique military-style cutlery holder and dog-friendliness created a great ambience to come into.
They have a great menu, which made it hard to choose a dish, but the Mushroom Stack was more than I expected. A generous portion and a nice mix of flavours that made a delicious combination!
A great place for breakfast if you’re in the area. We arrived when it was busy and we sat outside for awhile before we could be moved inside, in winter. The staff are kind and welcoming.
Will definitely be coming back here!
Coffee is good, the Oreo milkshake was amazing. And the food was incredible! Absolutely loved the vegetarian shakshuka and samvar coconut eggs especially!
The staff are friendly and chatty, and the vibe of the place is lovely.
Favourite Cafe in Melbourne so far!
Great local place to eat if you're from the inner West. Delicious selection of food and drink. We expected serving size to be bigger but we didn't leave hungry. Can be busy on the weekends so recommend booking a table, especially if you're bringing your dog for an outdoor seat.
My new favourite cafe! Best food, best staff, best vibes. I’ve been here pretty much every day for the last week.
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