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Swirl, sip, stay for lunch

Cellar doors where one glass becomes three

Big flavours, shared tables

Standout tables across Melbourne and the Peninsula

One more round?

Cheers to a good pour

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
Chaco Ramen Bondi
Chaco Ramen Bondi

Chaco Ramen Bondi

Cafes • 11 O'Brien Street, Bondi Beach NSW 2026

4.4 (176) Google Maps

Chaco Ramen Bondi is a ramen and izakaya restaurant on O'Brien Street, serving charcoal-grilled yakitori and hand-made ramen.

Opens at 5:30 PM
Amalfi Restaurant Bondi Beach
Amalfi Restaurant Bondi Beach

Amalfi Restaurant Bondi Beach

Restaurants, Cafes • 1 Sir Thomas Mitchell Rd, Bondi Beach NSW 2026

4.7 (406) Google Maps

Modern Italian restaurant near Bondi Beach, serving lunch and dinner with weekly wine and happy hour specials.

Opens at 12:00 PM
North Bondi RSL Club
North Bondi RSL Club

North Bondi RSL Club

Restaurants, Cafes • 118-120 Ramsgate Avenue, North Bondi NSW 2026

4.1 (1,175) Google Maps

Beachfront RSL club in North Bondi with a bistro, drinks, live music and sweeping views across iconic Bondi Beach.

Open Now
The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe
The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe

The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe

Cafes • 7a, 7a, 2 Huntley Street, Alexandria NSW

4.0 (7,082) Google Maps

The Grounds of Alexandria is a landmark cafe and coffee roastery in a former pie factory in Alexandria, Sydney.

Open Now
Pocket
Pocket

Pocket

Cafes • 1/266 Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach NSW 2026

Pocket is a beachside restaurant, bar and café on Campbell Parade in Bondi Beach, serving brunch, dinner and cocktails.

Open Now
Bondi Trattoria
Bondi Trattoria

Bondi Trattoria

Restaurants, Cafes • 34B Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach NSW 2026

4.5 (1,292) Google Maps

Bondi Trattoria is a long-running Italian restaurant on Campbell Parade with beach views, serving lunch and dinner daily.

Opens at 5:00 PM
Papion Bites
Papion Bites

Papion Bites

Restaurants, Cafes • 287 Exhibition Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

4.8 (187) Google Maps

Papion Bites is a café, restaurant and bar on Exhibition Street, known for signature cocktails and oven-baked parmas.

Open Now
Federal Coffee
Federal Coffee

Federal Coffee

Cafes • GPO Building Cnr Burke & Elizabeth St South Melbourne VIC Australia

4.1 (618) Google Maps

Upmarket brunch cafe beneath the historic GPO building arches in the Melbourne CBD, serving French-leaning dishes.

Open Now
Ten Square Cafe
Ten Square Cafe

Ten Square Cafe

Restaurants, Cafes • 120 Hardware Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

4.3 (853) Google Maps

Ten Square Cafe is a breakfast and brunch cafe on Hardware Street, close to Melbourne Central Station.

Open Now
Cafe Cavallino
Cafe Cavallino

Cafe Cavallino

Restaurants, Cafes • 181-183 Lygon St, Carlton VIC

4.4 (2,262) Google Maps

Italian restaurant on Lygon Street, Carlton, serving pizza, pasta, seafood and steak with alfresco dining.

Opens at 5:00 PM
Operator25
Operator25

Operator25

Cafes • 25 Wills St, Melbourne VIC 3000

4.4 (3,226) Google Maps

Operator25 is a café in a heritage-listed former telephone exchange on Wills Street, near Flagstaff Gardens in Melbourne.

Open Now
Leonie Upstairs
Leonie Upstairs

Leonie Upstairs

Cafes, Hampers & Gifts, Wine Bars • Level 1, 15-17 Lincoln Square South, Carlton VIC 3053

4.5 (131) Google Maps

Japanese sake bar and temaki restaurant above Hareruya Pantry, overlooking Carlton's Lincoln Square.

Opens at 6:00 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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