Robin’s guidebook
Eats
self catering or eating out options
Cheap, authentic and very delicious Lebanese food. Think cheese pies, zaatar pizza, cheese and spinach triangles - nothing over $5!! Has a small nutshop/deli attached for other supplies.
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Al Alamy
51 Waterfield StCheap, authentic and very delicious Lebanese food. Think cheese pies, zaatar pizza, cheese and spinach triangles - nothing over $5!! Has a small nutshop/deli attached for other supplies.
The very best falafel in the southern hemisphere! You wont meet anywhere who will dispute this claim.
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Half Moon Cafe
13 Victoria StThe very best falafel in the southern hemisphere! You wont meet anywhere who will dispute this claim.
a 10-15 minute walk through the parklands - nearest by foot
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Woolworths Coburg Hills
157 Elizabeth Sta 10-15 minute walk through the parklands - nearest by foot
things to do
Old school drive in complete with retro diner and cheap tics on Mondays & Tuesdays. Cheapest way to see movies! literally 2 minute drive - has been done on bikes with deck chairs ( we can help if you are keen)
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Village Cinemas Coburg Drive-In
155 Newlands RdOld school drive in complete with retro diner and cheap tics on Mondays & Tuesdays. Cheapest way to see movies! literally 2 minute drive - has been done on bikes with deck chairs ( we can help if you are keen)
Coburg Trash & Treasure Market
155 Newlands RdSeriously good market with lots of treasure & good prices.
Build in the 60's, this pool has all the original retro feels and is located on the banks of the Merri creek. Totally unique, lots of shade and space to chill as well as separate pool with diving boards. 5 minute walk from Edgars creek retreat.
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Coburg Olympic Swimming Pool
50 Murray RdBuild in the 60's, this pool has all the original retro feels and is located on the banks of the Merri creek. Totally unique, lots of shade and space to chill as well as separate pool with diving boards. 5 minute walk from Edgars creek retreat.