Maling Rd….something for everyone!

Now boasting a diverse range of contemporary shops within its historic buildings, Maling Road shoppers don’t need to go the huge labyrinth style shopping centres to have the ultimate shopping experience. From tots to teens and those more mature, Maling Rd has something for everyone!

Always the premier tourist attraction, Maling Rd was the venue for a perfect Devonshire tea and then hours browsing through quaint cottage wares and antique shops. Maling Rdhas dusted away the doilies and boasts a wide variety of fresh and contemporary offerings drawing shoppers of all ages, interests and tastes.

Discover why Kylie Minogue owns properties within this unique shopping strip of beautiful heritage buildings nestled in Melbourne’s leafy Canterbury! Shoppers are tourists and locals; students, fashionistas, families, young executives, and the more mature all enjoying the ambience and great product offerings. You too can be spoiled for choice with award winning eateries and specialty food stores, homewares, gift shops, specialist skin clinic and makeup bar, great fashion and lingerie boutiques, hairdressers, a book shop and that’s just for starters! The independently owned businesses provide personal service and specialist knowledgefor the ultimate shopping experience.

The perfect shopping strip whether you want to quickly get a few things for dinner, or make a day of it. There’s plenty of parking behind each end of the shops, or take the 10 min train ride from the CBD. Why not get the car serviced at D.H. Bradshaw’s Auto service while you shop?

So what are the highlights?

Start at the top end and weave your way through….

The Maling Room Cafe in just a few years has forged an outstanding reputation with multiple awards, and sees patrons regularly coming from areas with no shortage of their own local coffee haunts. The imposing building, on the corner of Maling and Canterbury Roads has exquisite large stained glass windows and a balcony for el fresco dining. A state-of-the-art coffee machine take centre stage, and tell you this is a place for serious coffee! A second room will be opening upstairs with a retro feel complete with a genuine 1950’s coffee machine. Open from 6.30a.m. it’s the perfect place en route to work for brekkie, weekend brunch with friends, or tasty snacks and meals any time of day. Unpretentious and bustling this should be your 1st port of call when you arrive! www.malingroom.com.au

Opposite is Suzi Que Lingerie. Browse or have specialist fitters assist as you select from beautiful and practical lingerie lines to suit all budgets. Unlike department stores with so much stock you’re left overwhelmed, the carefully chosen and broad range of Australian and imported brands cater to all sizes, ages and tastes.

Need the perfect hat or fascinator for the races, or perhaps a bag, wallet or piece of signature jewellery to finish an outfit? Farren Price is well known as the one stop shop for accessories that you will treasure forever. Besides well known coveted brands such as Spencer and Rutherford, you can buy the more unique exclusive brands such as Wilde Things Original Designs.

Angela’s Wardrobe has the brands you love, and a few exclusives too – essential when you want something really special. The stock is always fresh, and you’ll find plenty of mothers and daughters admiring the great mix of fashion and classic pieces! Labels include Sabatini, Nougat, Mel, Lisa Ho and Catelyst. D’Sassi is another favourite with all the newest fashion looks, and great accessories to complete the outfit. With so many casual and dressy labels you will find something for any occasion!

You can’t miss Musq with a chandelier hung from the awning and its elegant Parisian - style interior. Australia’s 1st emporium and skin clinic of 100% natural cosmetics (also mainly Australian and Cruelty Free) that are as effective as they are beautifully packaged. Musq has carved a reputation for outstanding results and integrity. Secure expert advice while browsing premium active skincare, makeup and other ‘must have’s’.  The salon at the rear specializes in treatments for problem skin–drawing regular customers come from all over Melbourne and beyond, and beauty editors also regularly consulting  Musq for information!

If you want something really special to serve your guests (or spoil yourself!) visit La Bergerie fromagerie & charuterie. You’ll think you’ve stepped straight into a French cheese shop; even the staff have real French accents! If you’re not sure what to buy, the expert staff can advise you how to create the perfect spread. Other places not to be missed are Darriwill farm, Polkinghornes and the well known Wilson and Walsh.

Donnini’s is synonymous with perfect pasta, and you won’t be able to resist their large selection of freshly made pastas and sauces at their Maling Rd. store. Just like dining at the famed Donnini’s restaurant, the amazing array of pastas will make it hard to choose just one to take home! If you’re more in the mood for meat or fish, head to Bennet’s Butcher or Seabreeze. Both rightly pride themselves on having the highest quality and fantastic variety. (We also recommend Seabreeze for yummy grilled fish and chips!)

Step into Flowers of Canterbury and delight in the natural but heavenly scents of the flowers. Offering classes, vases and gifts, and providing exceptional customer service it’s no wonder that customers travel well out of their way to Flowers of Canterbury. With extensive experience, bridal and special events are their specialty, and they are known for their attention to detail and the freshest possible flowers. Or be tempted by the most realistic artificial flowers, and enjoy that bouquet for years! Learn more at www.flowersofcanterbury.vpweb.com.au

It’s easy to loose track of time in Tim’s bookshop. For information, inspiration or entertainment, you can’t go past books! A large bright store, you’ll find the latest releases beside classics and the obscure.

No-one can leave Maling Rd without buying a treat from A Pocket of Lollies. Providing a kaleidoscope of colour, confectionary takes up every available space! If it’s not here, then it probably doesn’t exist! Be warned, resistance is futile!

Feeling peckish? Ruby T’s makes you feel like a special guest with their beautiful china. Highly recommended are the freshly made scones, and the hot chocolates are winners also! Eden Café at the other end of the strip makes fabulous soups and is a great spot when you need to fill up fast!

Looking for furnishings or decorator pieces? There’s no shortage of places along Maling Rd but two stand-out places You can spend hours scouring through the enormous Maling Rd. Antique market, where you’ll also find vintage jewellery, china and collectables. Beautiful Room lives up to its name, and is a regular haunt some of Melbourne’s leading interior designers!

Classic Characters has more toys than the toy section of some department stores! Have fun and relive your childhood as you wander through spotting perennial favourites you grew up with alongside the newest and coolest kids’ toys and games. And while you’re looking for the kids, there are several children’s clothing shops and shoe shop too.  

What else is nearby? As there’s not enough to keep you busy, just a short stroll away is the beautiful Canterbury gardens, where you can take a stroll or a picnic in the rotunda or on the grass with some of the delicacies you’ve bought. Nearby stands a boutique style bottle shop, fabulous wool shop, a state of the art dentist, rug shop and upholsterer.

Don’t forget your best friend!  While you shop The Yuppy Puppy can have your pooch washed, clipped, given a manicure and fitted out with a new collar or lead. Seasoned experts, the lovely staff will pamper and perfect your puppy’s coat, ready in time for the walk or drive back home. One minute walk away on the corner of Canterbury and Rochester Rd’s, The Yuppy Puppy means your best friend can always be looking their best!