Bar Thyme is a relaxed neighbourhood bar and bistro with a focus on sustainability, seasonal produce and natural wines. The warm and friendly space on Barkly Street is a project by Howard Stamp, once head chef at Movida and part of the Lincoln Hotel team, and it runs a more sophisticated food and drink program than you might expect at first glance. The ever-revolving menu changes weekly (sometimes daily) based on seasonal availability, using the best produce from both local and ethics-driven suppliers. Think freshly shucked oysters, sirloin steak with Café de Paris butter or smoked mackerel rillettes. An exceptionally pretty heirloom zucchini salad arrives with fried flowers, ricotta and a sprinkling of lemon, while thrice-cooked chips with HP sauce give a nod to Stamp’s British roots.
Footscray is one of Melbourne's most famous foodie destinations, thanks to its globally diverse community, top cheap eats and eccentric bar scene. From hip American barbecue to Vietnamese fare, fish and chips and fine dining, here are some of our favourite restaurants in Footscray right now.