Mr McCracken

Mr McCracken Mr McCracken Bar and Restaurant is a chic and modern establishment located in Essendon Fields, offering a great service and sensational food. Visitors can enjoy a casual lunch or dinner dining experience with drinks at the beautiful outdoor space featuring a spectacular stone fireplace. With seven day happy hours, weekday express lunches, live music, and unique function spaces available, Mr McCracken is the perfect choice for those looking for a next-level restaurant experience. Come visit the new fox in the fields!
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Happy hour from 4pm, and live music from from 6pm 🦊Fridays at McCracken are the best way to kick off your weekend - goo...
02/10/2026

Happy hour from 4pm, and live music from from 6pm 🦊

Fridays at McCracken are the best way to kick off your weekend - good food, good people and good times!

Got plans for lunch? Dinner? Or just looking for somewhere to catch up over a good meal and a couple of drinks?Mr McCrac...
30/09/2026

Got plans for lunch? Dinner? Or just looking for somewhere to catch up over a good meal and a couple of drinks?

Mr McCracken is here for all of it. Bring the family, meet a friend, book a table for two or get the whole group together. Great food, sophisticated spaces and plenty of reasons to stay a little longer.

We're back open as usual today. Join us for a delicious dining experience in Essendon Fields, accompanied by live music ...
25/09/2026

We're back open as usual today.

Join us for a delicious dining experience in Essendon Fields, accompanied by live music today and tomorrow.

Swipe to see our artist schedule for this weekend, and book via the link in our bio 🦊

The long weekend isn't far away 🦊We're closed this Friday for the public holiday, but back to what we do best on Saturda...
23/09/2026

The long weekend isn't far away 🦊

We're closed this Friday for the public holiday, but back to what we do best on Saturday: live music all weekend and a delicious menu to explore. 🍽️

Weekends are best spent at Mr McCracken 🎶🍷Enjoy Friday happy hour, live music all weekend and something delicious on the...
18/09/2026

Weekends are best spent at Mr McCracken 🎶🍷

Enjoy Friday happy hour, live music all weekend and something delicious on the table.

Swipe to see our artist schedule!

Need a little something to get you to the weekend? 🦊Treat yourself to our $40 Weekday Lunch Menu and a cocktail to make ...
16/09/2026

Need a little something to get you to the weekend? 🦊

Treat yourself to our $40 Weekday Lunch Menu and a cocktail to make your mid-week that extra bit delicious.

The AGFG Spring Dinner is all about celebrating Australian producers, seasonal flavours, and a journey from producer to ...
15/09/2026

The AGFG Spring Dinner is all about celebrating Australian producers, seasonal flavours, and a journey from producer to plate.

For one night only, we're showcasing Wilimee Wines with a specially curated charcuterie board paired with a bottle of Wilimee Heathcote Shiraz to share.

Perfect mid-week treat, or a delicious way to start your evening before dining with us.

Available until sold out.

1 DAY TO GO.Two people. Two perspectives. One table.Tomorrow, Head Chef Hamish Gould and w**emaker Ben Ranken come toget...
14/09/2026

1 DAY TO GO.

Two people. Two perspectives. One table.

Tomorrow, Head Chef Hamish Gould and w**emaker Ben Ranken come together for an evening celebrating the people, places and produce that make Australian food and w**e so special.

From the vineyard to the kitchen, every detail has a story behind it.

Tomorrow, we bring it all together.

Limited seats remain. Book your seat via the link in our bio.

Australian Good Food Guide Wilimee Wines

2 DAYS TO GO.The best w**es don’t just belong in the glass - they belong around the table.For Ben Ranken, w**emaking is ...
13/09/2026

2 DAYS TO GO.

The best w**es don’t just belong in the glass - they belong around the table.

For Ben Ranken, w**emaking is as much about connection as it is about craft. It’s a philosophy shaped by experience, place and a belief that w**e is made to be shared, enjoyed with food and spark conversation.

That’s exactly how we want you to experience it this Tuesday.

Limited seats remain. Join us for the AGFG Spring Dinner - book via the link in our bio.

Australian Good Food Guide Wilimee Wines

3 DAYS TO GO.What makes Australian food truly distinctive?We asked our Head Chef, Hamish Gould, what working with Austra...
12/09/2026

3 DAYS TO GO.

What makes Australian food truly distinctive?

We asked our Head Chef, Hamish Gould, what working with Australian producers means to him - and why the people behind the produce are such an important part of the story.

For Hamish, it’s about respecting the work that goes into exceptional Australian produce and giving it the platform it deserves.

See that philosophy come to life at our Spring Dinner next Tuesday. Book your seat via the link in our bio.

Australian Good Food Guide

4 DAYS TO GO. There’s a lot more behind this bottle than meets the eye.From ancient soils to generations of w**emaking, ...
11/09/2026

4 DAYS TO GO.

There’s a lot more behind this bottle than meets the eye.

From ancient soils to generations of w**emaking, the story of Wilimee is one we’re excited to bring to the table next Tuesday.

This is just another piece of the Spring Dinner story. Book via the link in our bio.

Australian Good Food Guide Wilimee Wines

Two new, very delicious specials for your Friday 🥩🍕Brooklyn Valley beef 600gm t-bone, bone marrow jus, salsa verde.Spice...
11/09/2026

Two new, very delicious specials for your Friday 🥩🍕

Brooklyn Valley beef 600gm t-bone, bone marrow jus, salsa verde.

Spiced tomato & capsicum sugo, smoked mozzarella, pancetta, red onion pizza.

Available from this evening.

MEET THE W**EA Heathcote Shiraz with depth, spice and structure, but with a lighter touch than the region might suggest....
10/09/2026

MEET THE W**E

A Heathcote Shiraz with depth, spice and structure, but with a lighter touch than the region might suggest.

Ben Ranken’s 2024 by Wilimee Shiraz (Heathcote) lets the fruit lead, bringing together dark plum, warming spice and finely textured tannins in a beautifully balanced expression of the region.

At 95 points from James Halliday, this is a w**e worth getting to know.

Discover this distinctive expression next Tuesday. Reserve your seat via the link in our bio.

Australian Good Food Guide
Wilimee Wines

THE PAIRING, REVEALED.A house selection of charcuterie & Australian cheeses, accompaniments.Served alongside a bottle of...
10/09/2026

THE PAIRING, REVEALED.

A house selection of charcuterie & Australian cheeses, accompaniments.
Served alongside a bottle of Wilimee Wines Heathcote Shiraz.

Rich, refined and distinctly Australian, this offering has been thoughtfully curated to complement the Shiraz and highlight the distinctive character of Heathcote - from its ancient soils and warm climate to the depth and structure they bring to the w**e.

Join us on Tuesday 15 September for the Spring Dinner and experience it for yourself. Visit the link in our bio to reserve your seat.
Australian Good Food Guide

MEET THE MAKER: Ben Ranken from Wilimee Wines For the Australian Good Food Guide Spring Dinner, we’re shining a light o...
08/09/2026

MEET THE MAKER: Ben Ranken from Wilimee Wines

For the Australian Good Food Guide Spring Dinner, we’re shining a light on the Australian producers behind the experience.

Ben is a fifth-generation w**emaker, with years of experience both in Australia and abroad, bringing a thoughtful, hands-off approach to his w**es and a deep connection to place.

We’re excited to share a little more of the Wilimee story with you. And this is just the beginning…

Stay tuned.

Something exciting is happening...Australian Good Food Guide
04/09/2026

Something exciting is happening...

Australian Good Food Guide

Make a day of it at Mr McCracken ☀️Join us for a delicious meal, a few drinks and live music throughout the weekend.Swip...
04/09/2026

Make a day of it at Mr McCracken ☀️

Join us for a delicious meal, a few drinks and live music throughout the weekend.

Swipe across to see who's playing and plan your next visit! 🦊

New dessert special available from today 🍫Dark chocolate & peanut dulce de leche tart, rum, cultured cream
04/09/2026

New dessert special available from today 🍫

Dark chocolate & peanut dulce de leche tart, rum, cultured cream

🦊 $40 Lunch Menu 🦊Choose an entree and main from our lunch menu for only $40. Monday to Friday, 12pm - 3pm.
02/09/2026

🦊 $40 Lunch Menu 🦊

Choose an entree and main from our lunch menu for only $40.
Monday to Friday, 12pm - 3pm.

Step into Spring at Mr McCracken 🪻The days are getting longer, the evenings are getting warmer and there’s a little more...
01/09/2026

Step into Spring at Mr McCracken 🪻

The days are getting longer, the evenings are getting warmer and there’s a little more reason to slow down and enjoy the moment.

Bring your favourite people, settle in over a good meal, share a bottle of w**e and let the evening take its time. Spring, we’re glad you’re here!

Father's Day is only a week away 💙We're putting on a special fit for a king: 500g Wagyu rump, beef tallow bearnaise + fr...
30/08/2026

Father's Day is only a week away 💙

We're putting on a special fit for a king: 500g Wagyu rump, beef tallow bearnaise + frites.
Designed to share between two people and available for pre-order.

Don't wait 'til it's too late - book a table via the link in our bio 🦊

The perfect segue into the weekend 🥂Friday Happy Hour from 4 - 6pm, and live music all weekend. Swipe for the full line ...
28/08/2026

The perfect segue into the weekend 🥂

Friday Happy Hour from 4 - 6pm, and live music all weekend.

Swipe for the full line up, and head to the link in our bio to book your table. 🦊

Passoã Spritz anyone? 🍹A little sweet, a little sparkling, and a lot of fun. Available now at Mr McCracken.
27/08/2026

Passoã Spritz anyone? 🍹

A little sweet, a little sparkling, and a lot of fun. Available now at Mr McCracken.

Some quiet moments. Join us in Essendon Fields this week for lunch or dinner (or both 😉)
25/08/2026

Some quiet moments.

Join us in Essendon Fields this week for lunch or dinner (or both 😉)

Decisions, decisions 🍸Choose your usual, try something new, or make it a trio and enjoy all three!Settle in at Mr McCrac...
23/08/2026

Decisions, decisions 🍸

Choose your usual, try something new, or make it a trio and enjoy all three!

Settle in at Mr McCracken and make your Sunday a little more indulgent, cocktail in hand.

Address

1a Larkin Bvd, Essendon Fields
Melbourne, VIC
3041

To get to this bar and restaurant located at Essendon Fields, you can take a public transport by taking the bus or train. From the nearest bus station/train station, walk along Keilor Road until you reach the establishment.

If driving, head south on Tullamarine Freeway and exit at Bulla Road. Turn right onto Bulla Road then keep left to stay on it. Take the second left onto Matthews Avenue then turn right onto William Street. Finally, turn left onto Keilor Road where you will find the bar and restaurant.

Parking is available on site with multiple options such as paid parking or free parking within walking distance of the establishment.

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Mr McCracken is a must-visit bar and restaurant located in Essendon Fields, Melbourne. This stylish and contemporary establishment is ideally situated next to the Hyatt Hotel and just a stone's throw away from Melbourne International Airport. Mr McCracken has already been acclaimed as one of Essendon's best restaurants, offering sensational food, great service, and a beautiful outdoor space complete with a spectacular stone fireplace.

The seven-day happy hour, weekday express lunches, and live music make it the perfect spot for casual lunch or dinner dining and drinks. The venue also offers a unique function space for those looking for the next level restaurant experience.

What sets Mr McCracken apart is that there's something different every day of the week! Whether you're looking for a relaxing night out or an exciting evening with friends, Mr McCracken has got you covered. So why not come by and visit the new fox in the fields? Bookings can be made through their website or by calling 03 9379 1812. Don't forget to check out photos of every dish on their menu at https://www.mryum.com/mrmccracken.