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DUA LOCALE

324 Keilor Rd, Essendon North VIC 3041, Australia

Recommended by 15 people

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324 Keilor Rd, Essendon North VIC 3041, Australia

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+61 421 119 411
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About DUA LOCALE

Perched on Keilor Road, DUA LOCALE injects bold Italian cafe soul and sleek daytime energy into Essendon North. The long, narrow dining room moves quickly to an upbeat playlist, packing tables with regulars refueling after shopping runs or lingering over brunch. The kitchen turns out house-made chicken cotoletta, chili scrambled eggs piled inside croissants, and steak and frites baguettes paired with crisp shoestring fries. Settle into the hum at the counter and take down an espresso or a chilled, velvety coffee crema.

  • Italian-leaning café menu: Dishes range from comforting gnocchi and chicken cotoletta to chilled, velvety coffee crema.
  • High-tempo neighborhood vibe: A narrow, sunlit room filled with upbeat music, close tables, and swift, attentive hospitality.
  • Hearty daytime portions: Plates come generously stacked, from hearty steak baguettes to crisp shoestring fries.
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What's On at DUA LOCALE

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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The DUA LOCALE Advantage

Why locals and brunch lovers choose DUA LOCALE on Keilor Road

  • Visually Striking Brunch Artistry

    Dishes arrive with eye-catching aesthetics and complex profiles, from chilli scrambled egg in croissant to seared mains and sweet toasts.

    A visual experience so good I attacked jt before I could take a photo.

    Jose Caceres

  • Authentic Italian Coffee Crema

    Standout menu offerings integrate Italian coffee traditions, featuring velvety coffee crema alongside house-prepared lunch specialties.

    I'm such a huge fan of this coffee crema. I was cheeky and had two.

    J Retired from the kitchen

  • Energetic Social Catch-Ups

    A bustling, narrow setting with energetic music and welcoming staff creates an upbeat, inviting backdrop for morning dates and gatherings.

    Whether you're catching up with friends or enjoying a quiet meal, Dua Locale is the perfect place to go!

    Ebru Karakurt

  • Crowd-Pleasing Family Gatherings

    Staff comfortably accommodate family groups and larger parties with prompt table management and generous shared plates.

    mum loved the gnocchi and I really enjoyed my eggs Benedict. Rest of the family loved their food also

    Janelle Carini

  • Convenient Keilor Road Errand Stop

    Positioned on Keilor Road right opposite supermarket shopping, it offers a seamless coffee and lunch pitstop during everyday errands.

    A light and bright corner position on Keilor Road - a place to brace myself for the weekly grocery shop across the road!

    Carolyn L

  • Effortless Parking & Daily Transit

    With straightforward parking across at Woolworths, dropping in for quick espresso and fresh sandwich specials fits effortlessly into routine tasks.

    The coffees they made were also perfect, highly recommend. Parking at woolies makes it easy to get to

    WT I

Standout brunch and lunch mains celebrated for bold flavors and generous portions

  • Eggs Benedict

    I got the Eggs Benedict and when I saw it, the presentation was 10/10. A visual experience so good I attacked jt before I could take a photo.

    Jose Caceres

  • Chicken Cotoletta

    We had the Chicken Cotoletta and the Steak and Frites Baguette alongside some lattes.

    A “Ash” K

  • Pesto Chicken Sandwich

    I always get their pesto chicken sandwich when I come here, it always fills me up (enough for two) and it’s very nice, I highly recommend it.

    M. E

  • Gnocchi

    mum loved the gnocchi and I really enjoyed my eggs Benedict.

    Janelle Carini

Other favorites

Specialty drinks, sides, and sweet brunch plates to round out your visit

  • Coffee Crema

    I'm such a huge fan of this coffee crema. I was cheeky and had two.

    J Retired from the kitchen

  • Shoestring Fries

    Also I'm not even exaggerating when I say that the shoestring fries in this dish were fried to PERFECTION - highly recommend trying if you come here!

    Parttimepiggy

  • Honey Toast

    Just look at this banana french toast & honey toast, what more could a sweet tooth ask for.

    J Retired from the kitchen

  • Banana French Toast

    *Banana French Toast Banana Bread | vanilla cream | caramelized banana. 15

    J Retired from the kitchen

Frequently Asked Questions

Book Ahead on Weekends

The dining area is narrow with tables set closely together, making weekends bustling and prone to turnaways. Book ahead or arrive early if visiting with a group.

Park Across at Woolworths

Street parking along Keilor Road can get crowded, but parking across the street at Woolworths offers a convenient and straightforward option.

Expect a High-Energy Setting

Expect an energetic atmosphere with upbeat music, and note that there are a couple of steps at the entrance when visiting.

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