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“The ugly duckling that became Swan Street”
Feb. 2021
Swan Street, once an ugly industrial backstreet, is now full of stylish restaurants and retailers. Even low-budget KFC looks like something out of an interior design textbook. It's not all modernized; some of the grimy old Richmond pubs are stuck in their ways, but most bars have moved with the times. As for style, Maserati has a sparkling showroom that stocks Italian supercars, affordable only by the super-rich. If Maserati doesn't match your budget, try the Number 70 tram, or Richmond or East Richmond railway stations. I've been going down Swan Street for 20 years, and the change has been remarkable.
Back Street Crawler
By Back Street Crawler
“Pretty Cool Street”
Dec. 2019
I hadn't been down Swan St for years, and found myself in this vicinity and strolled up one side and down the other, from Punt Rd, for a few hours. It had a pretty cool feel about it on this pleasant Sunday afternoon, with 4 or 5 pubs and bars, and some pretty good looking eating places Must get down to this location more often
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Restaurants
5,358 within 5 kms
Beer & Burger Bar
92
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • Bar • Fast food • Australian
Macelleria
68
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • Steakhouse • International • Australian
Geppetto Trattoria
438
0.9 km$$ - $$$ • Italian • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
Gelato Messina Richmond
84
0.6 km$$ - $$$ • Dessert • Vegetarian Friendly • Gluten Free Options
New Quarter
73
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • Asian • Vietnamese • Vegetarian Friendly
Cheeky Monkey
86
0.5 km$$ - $$$ • Cafe • Australian • Vegetarian Friendly
Noir
234
0.8 km$$$$ • French • International • European
Corner Hotel
85
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Bar • Pub • Australian
Feast of Merit
218
0.5 km$$ - $$$ • Australian • Middle Eastern • Vegetarian Friendly
Ms Frankie
22
0.2 km$$ - $$$ • Italian • Vegetarian Friendly
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Attractions
1,414 within 10 kms
The Owl and Cat Theatre
5
0.2 kmTheatres
Former Flemington Court House
1
0.1 kmArchitectural Buildings • Government Buildings
Jack Dyer Statue
6
0.3 kmMonuments & Statues
Gosch's Paddock
1
0.3 kmSports Complexes
AAMI Park
442
0.5 kmSports Complexes
Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
9,116
0.6 kmArenas & Stadiums
Molly Meldrum Statue
4
0.3 kmMonuments & Statues
Australian Sports Museum
752
0.7 kmSpeciality Museums
Primary School No.2084
1
0.3 kmArchitectural Buildings
City Circle Tram
18,400
2.2 kmTrams
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,810 contributions
The ugly duckling that became Swan Street
Feb. 2021
Swan Street, once an ugly industrial backstreet, is now full of stylish restaurants and retailers. Even low-budget KFC looks like something out of an interior design textbook. It's not all modernized; some of the grimy old Richmond pubs are stuck in their ways, but most bars have moved with the times. As for style, Maserati has a sparkling showroom that stocks Italian supercars, affordable only by the super-rich. If Maserati doesn't match your budget, try the Number 70 tram, or Richmond or East Richmond railway stations. I've been going down Swan Street for 20 years, and the change has been remarkable.
Written 21 February 2021
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Back Street Crawler
Melbourne, Australia469 contributions
Pretty Cool Street
Dec. 2019
I hadn't been down Swan St for years, and found myself in this vicinity and strolled up one side and down the other, from Punt Rd, for a few hours.
It had a pretty cool feel about it on this pleasant Sunday afternoon, with 4 or 5 pubs and bars, and some pretty good looking eating places
Must get down to this location more often
Written 11 December 2019
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Rakehoe
Bendigo, Australia537 contributions
Vibrant and close to the city
Sep. 2019
Swan Street is a great spot to discover. Many of the traditional pubs have been renovated and reinvented (some better than others) and there are heaps of great restaurants and coffee shops.

It’s a great area to go to after the footy too.

Public transport is plentiful with Richmond and East Richmond train stations close by and the number 70 tram running along Flinders Street to the sports entertainment complex of the Tennis Centre/Rod Laver Arena/MGC/soccer stadium and Swan Street.
Written 10 September 2019
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Gene S
Richmond, Australia35 contributions
Food Heaven
Jan. 2019 • Couples
If you want to eat in Richmond, Swan Street is the place to go. Chinese, French, Greek, Vietnamese, Vegan - you name it and it’s there. I’ve yet to have a bad meal. If none of the above suits there is a dearth of coffee shops, the best bring Inward Goods just off Swan in Waverley St. Hotels add to the list with counter and restaurant meals.
Written 6 January 2019
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Dianne H
Umina Beach, Australia246 contributions
shopping
Nov. 2018
I had some time to spare so did a little wander down Swan Street and visited the outlet shops. Lots of good buys and brands. something for everyone.
Written 27 December 2018
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Gary W
Richmond, Australia885 contributions
Bars and Food
Dec. 2018 • Friends
Swan St Richmond is full of bars and restaurants to cater for those who want a quick bite or a longer stay. They are usually smaller venues and reasonably priced. The decor is not up market. Parking is at a premium and usually metered but there is plenty of public transport. Close to the MCG, tennis arenas and the soccer/rugby ground. One train stop from the city. Good place to meet before a game.
Written 11 December 2018
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John H
41 contributions
Vibrant inner suburban precinct
Apr. 2018
Spent a couple of nights in a Cremorne apartment 200 meters from Swan St precinct. The area has a divers range of restaurants, cafes and bars all within 500 meters. It is close to Melbourne's famous sporting precinct and short journey via public transport to CBD.
Written 11 June 2018
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mzzyap
Philippines2,555 contributions
A 30-minute walk to Melbourne CBD
Mar. 2017 • Friends
Location, location, location. Richmond is just outside Melbourne, easily accessible via train, tram and Uber---so close, yet still has that laid-back charm. There are many pubs, cafes, small shops, nooks and crannies to explore here. One can start breakfast with the locals at the pastry shops. Later in the day, enjoy Happy Hour. Or have Parma-Geddon for $14 on Wednesday nights. The neighborhood feels like it's in the cusp of change.
Written 31 March 2017
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Hoppy3192
Oakleigh, Australia56 contributions
Amazing choices, the new foodie heavan
Mar. 2017 • Friends
You will be hard pressed not to find something for everyone along this strip. Burgers galore, plus heaps of healthy options, such as Foxes Den and of course Feast of Merit. The Sweet tooth is not neglected either...who can beat Messina for the most sensational ice-cream creations known to man? Cakes and cookies, Vietnamese and Souvlaki plus Fish and Chips and Meatballs, it's all here!
Written 26 March 2017
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,810 contributions
Where the street leads you
Dec. 2016
Swan Street is to the south of Richmond. It is a strip shopping street, full of restaurants,cafes, and dress shops. Like other strip shopping areas, it is not controlled by a central landlord. If a shop is hot, it's hot, if it's not, it goes out of business and someone new takes over the lease.Swan Street is never static. You can take the number 70 tram down Swan Street of take any train that stops at Richmond Station. You can walk to Church Street, it will take around 20 minutes..
Written 11 December 2016
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