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The Kiosk by d'Asporto

99 Esplanade, Williamstown VIC 3016, Australia

Recommended by 57 people

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99 Esplanade, Williamstown VIC 3016, Australia

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+61 3 9397 6839
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 The Kiosk by d'Asporto

Set right on the sands of Williamstown Beach, this foreshore kiosk pairs espresso bar energy with crisp calamari and Italian counter treats. Morning regulars trace a path between the bicycle trail and the water, crowding the counter alongside sandy dogs for post-swim flat whites. Beachgoers routinely bypass standard snacks for hot seafood packs—fried calamari and chips served crisp in generous portions—or a toasted panino layered with ham, cheese, tomato, and fresh basil. Behind the glass, daily artisan donuts and sweet pastries rotate out before the midday rush. Al fresco tables face open water and coastal tunes, catching the salty breeze as swimmers dry off on the pier with hot drinks in hand.

  • Fresh Foreshore Seafood: Crisp calamari, battered fish, and hot chips cooked to order and served in generous seaside portions.
  • Italian Cabinet Bakes: Daily cabinet rotations feature artisan donuts, filled pastries, and toasted panini with ham, cheese, and basil.
  • Beachside Hub: A dog-friendly outdoor stop right off the bike trail where morning swimmers and cyclists gather for espresso.
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The Foreshore Kiosk Advantage

Why locals, swimmers, and cyclists choose The Kiosk by d'Asporto along the Williamstown foreshore

  • Beachfront Path Refueling

    Positioned right between the foreshore bike path and Williamstown Beach, the kiosk offers an effortless mid-activity pause for swimmers and riders to re-energize.

    It is in a perfect location beside the sea and beside a bicycle track, you can always grab something refreshing after coming out of the sea or take a break from cycling and eat or drink something fresh and nice.

    kareem khattab

  • Post-Swim Morning Reset

    Serving as an ideal morning reward, hot barista-made espresso and coastal comfort help visitors reset and warm up immediately after morning ocean laps.

    The Kiosk by d’Asporto in Williamstown is my regular stop after morning ocean swims. The nicest coffee spot on the foreshore. Great coffee, a relaxed atmosphere, and amazing staff. Perfect place to warm up and reset after a swim.

    David Mullins

  • Crisp Made-to-Order Seafood

    Cooked-to-order calamari, seafood packs, and chips deliver generous, hot, and crispy coastal dining directly beside the beach promenade.

    The fish and chips here are fresh, crispy and generously portioned...

    JayJay

  • Artisan Bakery and Italian Toasties

    Moving beyond standard concession snacks, the kiosk rotates freshly baked Italian toasted sandwiches, house pastries, and daily donuts.

    The coffee is amazing, Vicki behind the counter is always lovely and their sweet n savoury pastries are fantastic. Highly recommend their artisan donuts that they make fresh everyday

    Rebecca Elia

  • Coastal Views and Beachside Tunes

    Diners can sit by the shoreline while enjoying sweeping ocean views, curated seaside music, and a relaxed open-air atmosphere.

    The view of the sea was amazing, and the location was perfect. The music also added to the great atmosphere.

    Hiromi

  • Unhurried Sandside Relaxation

    A welcoming seaside spot where regulars and visitors can sit directly on the sand with a hot drink to unwind at their own pace.

    Such lovely location to have a coffee. Sit on the sand and looking at the beach with hot drink is my favorite way to spend time on the weekend morning .

    Masako Posteraro

Fresh foreshore seafood and house-baked Italian specialties directly by the water

  • fish and chips

    The fish and chips here are fresh, crispy and generously portioned...

    JayJay

  • calamari and chips

    The calamari and chips today was fresh and crisp, and the portion so big we had to take away.

    Tyler Tok

  • seafood pack

    We shared a seafood pack, which had fish, calamari, prawns & chips - bit exxy for the size as the fish was quite small but it was fresh and delicious.

    Amelia Schoenfeld

  • artisan donuts

    Highly recommend their artisan donuts that they make fresh everyday

    Rebecca Elia

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful gestures and handcrafted touches along the Williamstown foreshore

  • Cashless outage honour system

    When payment terminals unexpectedly went offline, staff extended immediate goodwill by serving orders on an honour system rather than turning customers away.

  • Personalized regular recognition

    Counter staff consistently recognize regular foreshore visitors, remembering both names and drink orders amidst busy morning rushes.

  • Daily house-made artisan donuts

    Rather than standard shelf-stable concession sweets, the kitchen prepares fresh artisan donuts on-site every day.

  • Italian-style specialty toasties

    The kiosk pairs beachside hot food with an Italian bakery cabinet featuring ham, cheese, tomato, and fresh basil toasted specialties.

Before you head over

Practical advice for visiting Williamstown's foreshore beach kiosk

  • Expect peak foreshore rushes

    The foreshore promenade gets buzzing quickly with cyclists, ocean swimmers, and dog-walkers; visiting early or letting lines move quickly ensures a swift coffee and hot food pickup.

  • Plan for paid side-street parking

    Street parking directly adjacent along the Esplanade and side streets requires payment, so keep coins or parking apps ready when driving down.

  • Keep coffee cup sizing in mind

    Takeaway coffees run on the standard European kiosk cup sizing, which visitors note can feel closer to a medium elsewhere.

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