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One more round?

Cheers to a good pour

Swirl, sip, stay for lunch

Cellar doors where one glass becomes three

Big flavours, shared tables

Standout tables across Melbourne and the Peninsula

Flat white, long brunch

Cafes locals queue for, from the city to the coast

Find Your Next Favourite Venue

Search restaurants, cafés, bars, wineries and accommodation across Australia by name, location, cuisine or venue type.

Cafes worth the trip

From an early flat white in Mornington to a long weekend brunch in Red Hill, these are the cafes locals keep going back to. Our guide covers Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula, including Rosebud, Frankston, Rye, Mount Martha, Dromana and Flinders.

Each listing shows opening hours, the menu where the cafe has shared one, and directions, so you can check before you head out.

Featured Venues

Chosen by Food and Wine with Love
Auvers Dining Darling Square
Auvers Dining Darling Square

Auvers Dining Darling Square

Cafes • 12 Nicolle Walk, Haymarket NSW 2000

4.3 (1,924) Google Maps

Auvers Dining Darling Square serves modern Australian brunch and dinner with Asian fusion influences in an art-inspired Haymarket setting.

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Wingboy Darling Square
Wingboy Darling Square

Wingboy Darling Square

Cafes • 7 Steam Mill Lane, Haymarket NSW 2000

4.6 (1,197) Google Maps

Wingboy Darling Square serves 13 house-made wing flavours, boneless tenders and loaded sides from its Steam Mill Lane location.

Opens at 4:30 PM
Door Knock
Door Knock

Door Knock

Cafes • B2/70 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000

4.4 (925) Google Maps

Underground cocktail and wine bar below Pitt Street in the Sydney CBD, reached via a long basement corridor.

Opens at 4:00 PM
Shuk Elizabeth Bay
Shuk Elizabeth Bay

Shuk Elizabeth Bay

Restaurants, Cafes • 61-69 Roslyn Gardens, Elizabeth Bay NSW 2011

4.4 (330) Google Maps

Shuk Elizabeth Bay is a Middle Eastern restaurant on Roslyn Gardens, part of the Shuk restaurant group.

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bills Darlinghurst
bills Darlinghurst

bills Darlinghurst

Restaurants, Cafes • 433 Liverpool Street, Darlinghurst NSW 2010

4.1 (1,013) Google Maps

bills Darlinghurst is a relaxed Sydney cafe and restaurant known for signature breakfasts, contemporary Australian dining, quality coffee and leisurely lunches.

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Bill & Toni Italian Restaurant
Bill & Toni Italian Restaurant

Bill & Toni Italian Restaurant

Restaurants, Cafes • 72-74 Stanley St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010

4.3 (2,428) Google Maps

Bill & Toni on Stanley Street combines an early-opening Italian cafe with an upstairs restaurant serving traditional pasta, schnitzels, grills and family meals.

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Cafe Freda’s
Cafe Freda’s

Cafe Freda’s

Cafes • 191-195 Oxford St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010

4.2 (132) Google Maps

Wine bar and eatery on the corner of Oxford and Flinders streets, Taylor Square, Darlinghurst, Sydney.

Opens at 4:00 PM
bills Double Bay
bills Double Bay

bills Double Bay

Restaurants, Cafes • 16 Cross St, Double Bay NSW 2028

3.7 (350) Google Maps

bills Double Bay is a relaxed all-day cafe and restaurant serving signature breakfasts, contemporary Australian dishes and dinner in Sydney's eastern suburbs.

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Shuk Bondi
Shuk Bondi

Shuk Bondi

Restaurants, Cafes, Tours Experiences & Events • SHUK BONDI, 2 Mitchell Street, North Bondi NSW

4.6 (1,219) Google Maps

Shuk Bondi is a Middle Eastern restaurant on Mitchell Street in North Bondi, part of the Shuk group.

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The Potting Shed
The Potting Shed

The Potting Shed

Cafes • 41-43 Bourke Rd, Alexandria NSW 2015

4.3 (3,083) Google Maps

The Potting Shed in Alexandria serves modern Australian food and drinks in a plant-filled dining space at The Grounds of Alexandria.

Opens at 11:30 AM
The Grounds Coffee Factory
The Grounds Coffee Factory

The Grounds Coffee Factory

Restaurants, Cafes • 2 Locomotive St, Eveleigh NSW 2015

4.2 (1,641) Google Maps

The Grounds Coffee Factory is a working roastery and cafe in the historic Locomotive Workshops of South Eveleigh.

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Neptune's Grotto
Neptune's Grotto

Neptune's Grotto

Restaurants, Cafes, Hatted Restaurants • 44 Bridge Street, Sydney NSW 2000

4.6 (575) Google Maps

Neptune's Grotto is a basement Italian restaurant on Bridge Street from the Clam Bar team, focused on the cuisine of northern Italy.

Opens at 12:00 PM
Discover cafes across Melbourne — perfect for morning coffee, weekend brunch, quick bites, and relaxed meet-ups. Browse by suburb and style and explore venues people love for quality coffee, welcoming service, and standout menu favourites.

Choosing a cafe

Breakfast and brunch: most cafes on the Peninsula open early and close mid-afternoon, so check the opening hours on each listing before planning a late brunch.

Coffee: many cafes roast locally or use Melbourne roasters, and the best spots get busy on weekend mornings. Arriving before 9am usually means no wait.

Families and dogs: plenty of Peninsula cafes have outdoor seating that suits kids and dogs. The facilities on each listing show what is on offer.

Frequently Asked Questions

1.What are the best cafes near me in Melbourne?

The Best Cafes near you in Melbourne at Food and Wine with Love are:

Merchant & Maker

Mornington Peninsula Roasters

Mr Curtis

 

2.What makes a cafe the best in Melbourne?

The best cafes are characterised by excellent coffee, a diverse and delicious menu, friendly service, a welcoming atmosphere, and positive reviews from customers.

3.Are there affordable cafes near me in Melbourne?

Absolutely. Many of the best cafes offer high-quality food and beverages at reasonable prices, making them accessible for all budgets.

 

4.Do cafes in Melbourne offer vegetarian or vegan options?

Yes, many top cafes offer a wide range of vegetarian and vegan options to cater to diverse dietary preferences.

5.Are there child-friendly cafes near Melbourne?

Yes, many cafes near Melbourne are family-friendly and offer kid-friendly menu items or a welcoming environment for families with children.

 

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