C & G’s Local Spotlight on… Elwood!
In this week’s blog, let’s spend some time in Elwood; offering a unique lifestyle - combining coastal living, historical significance, and architectural diversity. Whether you’re strolling along the beach or exploring the tree-lined streets, Elwood has something to offer for everyone! In this blog post, we’ll explore some of our team’s must-visit spots that make Elwood a very special destination.
Point Ormond
Located along Marine Parade in Elwood, Point Ormond offers stunning views of Melbourne and Elwood Beach. It’s a small knoll, or headland, that provides a perfect vantage point for watching sunsets over the city or gazing southward along the coastline toward Brighton. The area features walking paths, a bike pathway, and a separate pedestrian pathway, making it ideal for both exercise and relaxation – if you’re feeling energetic, run along the Elwood Foreshore Path that hugs the shoreline, passing under the Point Ormond tower - you’ll be treated to picturesque views of the sunset over Melbourne.
Elwood Bathers
While visiting Point Ormond, take a detour past Elwood Bathers, one of Melbourne’s best-located waterfront restaurants and event spaces. Situated along the beautiful Elwood Foreshore, it captures the spirit of the sea and offers breathtaking views of Port Phillip Bay. Whether you’re there for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, you’ll experience exceptional food and impeccable service. The menu features locally sourced, classic bistro dishes that change with the seasons. So, if you’re looking for a memorable dining experience with a constantly changing view, Elwood Bathers is the place to be!
Gram Sustainable Elwood
Gram Sustainable is a plastic-free grocery store where you can find a wide range of Australian bulk foods, personal care products, and home cleaning items. When shopping at Gram, you have three packaging choices - use their free paper bags, purchase bottles and jars from the store, which you can fill up on-site or during delivery or bring your own containers, and they’ll even pick them up, fill them, and return them to you. Before filling your containers, Gram will weigh them at the counter. There’s no minimum quantity requirement, so you can buy exactly the amount you need without any waste – the perfect spot for eco-friendly offerings!
https://gramsustainable.com.au/
Blue Tongue Wine Bar
Blue Tongue is nestled in the heart of Elwood Village and offers a delicious culinary experience and a genuinely local vibe. With exposed brick walls, wooden floors, and dim lighting, the rustic and warm ambiance invites you to unwind. It’s the perfect place to enjoy good company and great food, and they are particularly proud of arguably some of Melbourne’s best flame-grilled steaks! And for the wine enthusiasts, Blue Tongue boasts an extensive wine list with something for everyone - Eurocentric flavors await your discerning palate. So, whether you’re sipping wine, indulging in steak, or simply soaking up the atmosphere, Blue Tongue awaits with open arms. Cheers!
https://bluetonguewinebar.com.au/
Cleo’s Deli Elwood
Cleo’s Deli, established in 1985, is an iconic gourmet food store with two locations: one at Prahran Market and the other in Elwood. They offer an extensive range of local and imported goods sourced from the best artisanal creators and world-class producers. Their comprehensive cheese selection is tantalizing, and they also have outstanding charcuterie, including Jamòn, prosciutto, chorizo, and other cured delicacies. Next time you’re in Elwood, give Cleo’s Deli a visit and say hello to their vibrant and helpful foodie team!
So there you have it — Elwood truly is a treasure trove of delightful spots waiting to be explored – there were too many team favourites to showcase in full, so special mention also must be made of Odyssey Restaurant, Pattysmiths Burgers, Hummingbird, Bunker Spreckels, Repeat Offender and walks along the Elwood Canal. Elwood truly spoils us with its local gems!