Opening hours
| Monday | 7 am – 3 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am – 3 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am – 3 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am – 3 pm |
| Friday | 7 am – 3 pm |
| Saturday | 7:30 am – 3 pm |
| Sunday | 7:30 am – 3 pm |
Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address144 Ormond Road, Elwood VIC 3184
- Websiteplainsailingelwood.com
- CuisineBrunch
144 Ormond Road, Elwood VIC 3184 · 8.3 km from Melbourne centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypeRestaurant
- CuisineBrunch
- AreaElwood, Melbourne
- StateVictoria
- HoursOpen 7 days, from early morning
About Plain Sailing
Located in Elwood, VIC, Plain Sailing is a cafés & brunch restaurant serving locals and visitors alike. You'll find it at 144 Ormond Road, Elwood VIC 3184, roughly 8.3 km from the Melbourne city centre.
Australia's café culture is world-famous: expertly made flat whites, all-day brunch, smashed avo and house-baked treats. Cafés are usually busiest on weekend mornings and many close by mid-afternoon.
Plain Sailing is open 7 days, from early morning; the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in Elwood? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Johnny's Elwood Bodega and Tandoori Point.
In the venue's own words: “Located in the beachside suburb of Elwood, we at Plain Sailing dedicate ourselves to offering you fresh, innovative meals, matched with consistent coffee and friendly service.”
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
What to order
Signature cafés & brunch dishes to look out for.
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Closest restaurants to Plain Sailing
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Johnny's Elwood Bodega ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 161 Ormond Road, Elwood30 mNE · 1 min walk
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2
Tandoori Point 🍛 Indian · 157 Ormond Road, Elwood30 mNE · 1 min walk
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3
Ebisu Kitchen 🍣 Japanese · 161 Ormond Road, Elwood30 mNE · 1 min walk
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4
Combi ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 138-140 Ormond Road, Elwood30 mNW · 1 min walk
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5
Baked in Elwood Pizza & Pasta 🍕 Pizza · 167 Ormond Road, Elwood30 mNE · 1 min walk
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6
Jimmi Jamz 🍕 Pizza · 132 Ormond Road, Elwood50 mNW · 1 min walk
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7
D'Gusto Thai 🍜 Thai · 1/122 Ormond Road, Elwood70 mNW · 1 min walk
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8
Who is Bunker Spreckels ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 4/122 Ormond Road, Elwood70 mNW · 1 min walk
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9
Lark ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 114 Ormond Road, Elwood110 mNW · 1 min walk
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10
Heads & Tails Elwood 🦞 Seafood & Fish and Chips · Elwood120 mNW · 1 min walk
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Eating out in Elwood
Elwood is home to 23 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Melbourne area with 9,581 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, pizza restaurants, international restaurants. Within 25 km of Plain Sailing there are 8,473 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Ripponlea (1.1 km), Elsternwick (1.6 km), Balaclava (1.9 km), Gardenvale (2.2 km).
Cuisine mix in Elwood
Frequently asked questions
Where is Plain Sailing located?
Plain Sailing is located at 144 Ormond Road, Elwood VIC 3184. It is about 8.3 km from the centre of Melbourne. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of Plain Sailing?
Plain Sailing is open 7 days, from early morning. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Melbourne time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does Plain Sailing serve?
Plain Sailing serves Brunch cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact Plain Sailing?
You can reach Plain Sailing or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to Plain Sailing?
The closest venue is Johnny's Elwood Bodega, about 30 m to the north-east (1 min walk). Other close options include Tandoori Point (30 m), Ebisu Kitchen (30 m), Combi (30 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near Plain Sailing?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Republica St Kilda Beach (Modern Australian, 2.8 km), Mister Margherita (Pizza, 6.2 km), Trend Cafe and Restaurant (Pizza, 6.6 km).
Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near Elwood?
Other cafés & brunch venues close by include Repeat Offender (240 m), Elwood Bathers (530 m), Tiffany's on Tennyson (690 m).
How many restaurants are there in Elwood?
Our guide lists 23 places to eat in Elwood, most commonly cafés & brunch (10), pizza restaurants (4), international restaurants (3). Within 25 km there are 8,473 venues in total.