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Seddon: Melbourne’s Coolest Little Suburb with Big Local Energy
Seddon charms with slow moments, good food, and quiet beauty.
Seddon has a quiet way of pulling you close — no fuss, no flash. Just leafy streets and old brick, a local strip where coffee smells mingle with easy chatter. It’s Melbourne shrunk down, familiar and unhurried, where weekends slip by between farmers’ markets, slow brunches, and unexpected boutiques that quickly feel like old friends. Everything’s near, connected, and just somehow… right. Seddon settles in your bones before you even realise it.
Here’s how to spend the perfect day in Seddon.
What to Do in Seddon: Morning
Westside Yoga
Upstairs on Charles Street, Westside Yoga is that warm breath of calm. Sunlight floods the studio, and every class unfolds gently — thoughtful teachers guide you through movement and stillness designed to meet you exactly where you are. It’s a morning ritual that clears the head and settles the soul, setting the tone for a day that doesn’t rush.
77 Charles Street, Seddon
Sourdough Kitchen
The scent of freshly baked loaves draws you inside to Sourdough Kitchen. Long-fermented breads and flaky croissants sit alongside sandwiches made with generous, honest ingredients. Coffee in hand, find a sunlit window seat and watch the street stir — a quiet pause before the day unfolds.
172 Victoria Street, Seddon
Slow Food Farmers Market
Just over the border in West Footscray, the Slow Food Farmers Market’s monthly stalls brim with sun-ripened produce, smoky smallgoods, and vibrant eats. Wrapped in zero-waste principles, this market is a ritual for locals who savour flavour and care equally.
Monthly
55 Essex Street, West Footscray
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Common Galaxia
A decade on, Common Galaxia still feels fresh — a bright, airy space where banoffee pie waffles, katsu pork sandwiches and lamb ragu baked eggs steal the show. Soft timber, sunlight pouring in and thoughtfully crafted plates make it an effortless favourite.
3/130 Victoria Street, Seddon
LoveLuvo
LoveLuvo, Seddon’s eco sanctuary invites you to rethink your routine with vegan skincare, cruelty-free bath goods and zero-waste essentials. Open daily, this bright, welcoming space wraps mindful living in warmth and understated cool.
174 Victoria Street, Seddon
Seddon Book Alley
A curated trove of second-hand stories, Seddon Book Alley offers quiet discovery. Hand-bound and lovingly restored volumes invite you to lose yourself in familiar and new narratives, woven seamlessly into a morning spent wandering the neighbourhood’s gentle streets.
107 Victoria Street, Seddon
Sedonia
For over a decade, Sedonia has quietly rewritten the rules of homewares and gifts. Curated with warmth and personality, its treasures feel like moments of joy you didn’t know you needed — a touch of Seddon’s charm to carry home.
41 Gamon Street, Seddon
Simple Form
Where minimalist dreams take shape, Simple Form blends Scandinavian calm with Japanese precision. Curated furniture, art and accessories form quietly bold statements, showcasing iconic brands alongside emerging local makers.
95 Charles Street, Seddon
Kith & Kin
Like catching up with your most stylish friend, Kith & Kin’s collection nudges you to slow down and linger. Kinfolk’s quiet charm, Veja’s cool ease and Apiece Apart’s elegance fill sunlit spaces scattered with plants and jewellery — a calm ritual in Seddon’s quietly confident rhythm.
154A Victoria Street, Seddon
Spotlight On: Seddon Hair Salons
Agencie & The Colour Studio by Alexandra
If you’re craving a little TLC while wandering Seddon, two hair havens deliver in spades. Agencie on Buckley Street is sleek, sustainable, and seriously talented — a boutique salon where expert stylists use luxe Kevin Murphy products and give just the right amount of fuss. Over on Victoria Street, The Colour Studio by Alexandra is light-filled and intimate, with a cult local following. Alex is known for her bespoke colour work and gentle, grounding energy. You’ll leave either feeling a lot more like yourself.
Agencie, 101 Buckley Street, Seddon
The Colour Studio, 1/81 Victoria Street, Seddon
Where to Linger Over Lunch in Seddon: Midday Dining Picks
Advieh
Middle Eastern home cooking spices a sun-dappled corner of Seddon at Advieh. Crunchy falafel, halloumi fries and melting Turkish delight play against patterned tiles and hanging lanterns — a midday hum of warmth and flavour.
71B Gamon Street, Seddon
Mona Castle Hotel
This 150-year-old local pub has shed none of its soul. A recent refresh has breathed colour and character into Mona Castle: horseshoe bars, timber booths, and a sunlit courtyard. Weekly specials and a happy hour that draws the neighbourhood close make it a place you return to without a second thought.
45-53 Austin Street, Seddon
Luxsmith
Warm timber and low lighting frame a menu that swings from crispy duck bao to tamarind-glazed pad Thai. The wine list is sharp, the dumpling nights legendary, and the atmosphere a gentle clatter of cutlery and conversation — Luxsmith is a quietly brilliant spot to pause and savour.
5 Gamon Street, Seddon
What to Do in Seddon: Afternoon
Harris Reserve
Seddon’s green pulse invites barefoot picnics beneath dappled shade. Playgrounds hum with childhood laughter; rope hammocks sway gently while quiet benches offer a soft retreat. This fenced, sun-kissed park carries the slow rhythm of community and calm. It’s an excellent spot to sit and read a book procured from your browsing at Seddon Book Alley.
28 Greig Street, Seddon
Born West
Born West is a treasure trove for mindful parents in Seddon, where carefully curated, ethically made clothing and accessories for little ones meet thoughtful self-care for mums. Founded by Laura de Vries, a designer turned mama, the shop hums with warmth and authenticity. Expect soft woollens from Bendigo Wool Store, organic babywear, and a quiet celebration of slow, sustainable style — all wrapped in a welcoming, sunlit space on Charles Street.
80 Charles Street, Seddon
Far Fetched Designs
Far Fetched Designs sprang from a love of craft markets and a desire to bring Australia’s best independent makers to Seddon. Founders Rachael DiMauro and Belinda Miller created a space where locals can discover small-run jewellery, homewares, and curiosities without the road trip. Makers set their own prices, with the shop taking just a small commission — a true celebration of creativity, community and thoughtful design all under one sunlit roof.
84 Charles Street, Seddon
Once More with Feeling
From 1930s glam to ’80s edge, this vintage boutique dazzles with theatrical flair. Leopard-print changerooms and retro mirrors set the stage for costume hunting or standout outfits — past eras slipping effortlessly into today.
73 Charles Street, Seddon
Seddon Wine Store
Seddon Wine Store is where good taste pours effortlessly — part boutique bottle shop, part cosy bar, and all charm. With over 500 wines, small-batch spirits and clever staff who actually love what they pour, this local haunt is ideal for a pre-dinner swirl or a slow browse for something to take home. No wine snobbery here, just excellent drops and that laid-back Seddon glow.
2/101 Victoria Street, Seddon
Charles & Gamon
Seddon’s corner pub-kitchen blends food, drink and good energy in equal parts. Small-batch wines, rotating taps and a crowd who knows how to stay late complement modern Italian plates, from kingfish crudo to buttermilk chicken burgers. Cosy booths and a heated courtyard invite you to settle in, feeling as if you’ve found a second home.
2 Gamon Street, Seddon
What to Do in Seddon: Drinking & Dining in the Evening
Navi
A short trip into Yarraville brings you to Julian Hills’s fine-dining sanctuary, Navi — 25 seats of seasonal, hyper-local tasting menus served on handmade ceramics. A buzzing open kitchen and a snug cocktail lounge match dishes like smoky beeswax-aged fish and black garlic roe macarons. Book ahead or try your luck at the bar for a more relaxed walk-in experience.
83b Gamon Street, Yarraville
Mrs Mutton’s Bar & Bottleshop
After a day well eaten, veer west to Mrs Mutton’s. Equal parts wine bar, vinyl lounge and bottle shop, it’s low-lit warmth beneath fig trees, where independent wines and cold beers flow as time slows to the perfect pace.
65 Victoria Street, Footscray
Lay Low Bar
A discreet door leads to polished cocktails and after-dark ease. From the minty Seddon Sling to the peppery Umami Mary, signature drinks hold their own amid concrete, greenery, and a quietly confident crowd at Lay Low. It’s the spot locals claim when night still calls.
REAR, 93 Buckley Street, Seddon
Seddon settles into your rhythm with ease — a blend of old walls and new stories, where quiet streets meet the buzz of local life. It’s a space to slow down, soak it in, and feel a little closer to the city’s softer side. For more laid-back escapes, don’t miss our guides to Werribee and Geelong; perfect companions for your next relaxed adventure beyond the urban buzz.
