Hawthorn
Hawthorn is one of Melbourne's most rewarding pockets to explore. With 179 spots on our radar, you'll find a mix of local favourites and standout new openings — from morning coffee to long lunches and after-dark drinks. It's a particularly strong spot for cafes, restaurants and bakeries. Below you'll find our top picks in Hawthorn, ranked by Spot Score, plus the best categories to dive into and a map to help you plan your visit.
Best categories in Hawthorn
The best spots in Hawthorn
Our highest Spot Scores in Hawthorn right now.
Cheewa Aroma Remedial Thai Massage
Thai remedial massage clinic on Glenferrie Road in Hawthorn offering therapeutic treatments.
Rush Escape Game - Escape Room Hawthorn
Rush Escape Game is an escape room venue in Hawthorn offering puzzle-based experiences.
Vaporetto Bar & Eatery Hawthorn Italian Restaurant est 2014
$$Italian restaurant and bar in Hawthorn, Melbourne, established in 2014.
Beyond Rest Hawthorn: Float, Infrared Sauna, Ice bath, Red Light Therapy, Hocatt
Wellness in Hawthorn, Melbourne.
Sinjeon K-Street Food Hawthorn
Restaurants in Hawthorn, Melbourne.
Holistic Balance Myotherapy - Remedial Massage, Dry Needling, Cupping Therapy
Wellness in Hawthorn, Melbourne.
Fiorelli Restaurant
$$Homestyle Italian staples in a bustling bar/restaurant with a sandstone facade and outdoor tables.
The Black Sheep Hawthorn
$$Bars in Hawthorn, Melbourne.
Other Melbourne suburbs
Hawthorn — FAQs
What is Hawthorn known for?+
Hawthorn is one of Melbourne's go-to neighbourhoods for going out, and it's especially good for cafes, restaurants and bakeries — all within easy reach of each other.
Where should I eat in Hawthorn?+
Start with our top-rated picks above — they're ranked by Spot Score. For something specific, browse the best cafes, restaurants or things to do in Hawthorn using the category links on this page.
Is Hawthorn good for a day out?+
Yes. Hawthorn packs plenty into a small area, so it's easy to string together coffee, a meal and an activity. Use the map to see what's close by.
How do I get around Hawthorn?+
Hawthorn is best explored on foot once you arrive — most spots are close together. Each venue page shows the nearest public-transport stops, and our Getting Around guide covers tickets and fares for Melbourne.
Staying in Hawthorn?
Find places to stay near Hawthorn, Melbourne — hotels on Booking.com. Sort the rest of your trip too.
Some links are affiliate links — if you book through them we may earn a small commission, at no extra cost to you. It never affects our Spot Score or what we recommend.
The best of Melbourne, in your inbox
New openings, hidden gems and weekend ideas. One thoughtful email a week. No spam.