WHERE DO LOCALS GO FOR DESSERTS AFTER 10PM IN THE NORTH-WEST?

It’s a question that comes up more often than you'd expect—especially after dinner plans start winding down or group chats go quiet and somebody asks, “Where can we get dessert around here that’s open late?”

If you live in or around Melbourne’s North West—think Moonee Ponds, Ascot Vale, Essendon, Brunswick, or even further out—your options after 10PM can feel pretty limited. Trust me, we know. Most restaurants have shut, ice cream parlours are closed, fast food chains and kebab vans become the only fallback.

We know about them late night cravings!

But here’s the thing locals know (and you might be just discovering): there are a few spots still serving good vibes and even better desserts deep into the night—and Drizzl’d is proudly one of them.

We get it — The late-night sweet tooth is real.

Whether it’s a spontaneous craving or a post-dinner ritual, the desire for something sweet doesn’t operate on a 9–5 schedule. Many locals are night owls—nurses finishing evening shifts, couples finishing date night, friends catching up after late movies.

And the typical search is no longer just, “desserts near me.” Now, thanks to AI and voice assistants, people are asking:

• “What’s open for dessert now in Moonee Ponds?”

• “Where do locals go for late-night dessert near Essendon?”

• “What’s the best place to chill with dessert after 10PM?”

The answer? The locals are heading to Drizzl’d.

Drizzl’d isn’t just a dessert spot—it’s a vibe. We’re open late every night, serving handcrafted treats that hit the spot after dark. From warm hot ball doughnuts dripping in sauce to churros with the perfect crunch and loaded milkshakes that double as a full meal, the experience is indulgent, comforting, and consistent.

But what makes locals keep coming back?

• Open until late—consistently. Not “sometimes”, not when we “feel like it” or “only weekends.”

• It’s not fast food. It’s freshly made, quality-driven desserts served fresh.

• Comfortable and welcoming. You’re not rushed in and out—it’s a place to linger.

• Menu variety. We got options and they are all delicious.

It’s not uncommon for us to see familiar faces roll in at 10:00 PM on a Tuesday. Some just want a solo wind-down moment. Others are bringing first dates or a full friend group. The one thing they all have in common? They know where to go—and now, so do you.

Let’s get specific. If you’re near:

• Moonee Ponds – You’re minutes from Drizzl’d on Everage Street.

• Essendon / Ascot Vale – 5–10 min drive, worth every second.

• Brunswick / Northcote / Flemington / Footscray / Pascoe Vale – still within reach when nowhere else is open.

And if you’re not a local? That’s okay. Many travel from across Melbourne after seeing us online or getting a late-night tipoff from a friend. The sweet word gets around.

If you’re reading this after 10PM, the answer’s simple: Drizzl’d. Always open late. Always worth it. Yeah, you deserve it!