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Friction Cafe is an exceptional gourmet eatery located in Essendon, Melbourne. We take pride in offering locally sourced ingredients in our dishes, which results in amazing food that is both delicious and fresh.

Amazing food. Locally sourced produce.

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Amazing food. Locally sourced produce. 〰️

we are situated in Essendon Fields, a bustling area for both businesses and the local community.

  • 12/30 English Street,
    Essendon Fields, VIC 3041

  • Mon-Friday: 7am - 3pm
    Sat/Sun: 8am - 3pm

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A wholesome bowl to soothe the soul: our Berry Porridge is packed with the top wonders of the winter's harvest, like poached pear, berry compote and endless seeds & grains. Perfection in every scoop 🥄 🍐
Is there any situation that Chicken Tacos can't make better? 🌮 🍗  Stuffed with fried tenders, charred corn, guac & pico de gallo, these parcels pack a crunch for your lunchtime pleasure. We'll see you tomorrow! 😉
What makes our Falafel Plate so special? It's not just the vibrant fattoush salad, fried pita bread and lush hummus; it's the fact that we craft all our falafels in-house, by hand. 🧆 Drop in today if you're craving a brunch outside the box; we're
Ordering a towering stack of Smashed Avocado (with housemade labneh) is one of life's little pleasures. Taking that first bite is another. See you for brunch tomorrow, reservations are open online! 🥑
Looking for a bright, fresh spread that you can really sink your teeth into? From office parties to birthday bashes, talk catering with us to make it an event to remember. Check out our website for the full catering menu – fair warning, it'll
Think salads are boring? Order our Calamari Salad and think again. 🤤  It's an ultra-fresh medley of flash-fried calamari, crunchy radicchio, pickled shallots, fennel, kipfler potatoes, chilli, capers & fresh herbs that will redefine your st
Meet the reason we are 🤤 today: the humble Berry Porridge, topped with a poached pear. Head into Friction this week to start your day with this winter bowl for the soul 🥣 We are open until 3pm daily!
We're sensing a Steak Frites day coming on... 🍟  Book in / walk in to Friction today if you agree that a ciabatta roll stuffed with Blackmore Angus steak & fries (tossed in entrecôte sauce) belongs in the weekend agenda.  Reserv
Everything in "moderazione"... except pasta, right? 😏  Taste Italian tradition with a Friction twist, with our 50 Layer Lasagna: featuring creamy bechamel sauce, we grill each serve of this Napoli classic on both sides, then top with