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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
Hunter Cafe & Store
Hunter Cafe & Store

Hunter Cafe & Store

Cafes, Desserts & Sweets • 364 Dundas St, Rye VIC 3941, Australia

4.7 (347) Google Maps

100% vegan cafe set back from the main street in Rye, serving plant-based breakfast and lunch daily.

Opens at 8:00 AM
Hill Billy Coffee
Hill Billy Coffee

Hill Billy Coffee

Cafes • 36 Denham Rd Tyabb VIC 3913

4.8 (68) Google Maps

Hillbilly Coffee is a craft coffee roastery in Tyabb, roasting Northern Italian-style blends with a focus on community and service.

Currently Closed
Grill'd Frankston
Grill'd Frankston

Grill'd Frankston

Restaurants, Cafes • Bayside Entertainment Centre Frankston VIC 3199

4.1 (702) Google Maps

Grill'd Frankston serves made-to-order burgers, wraps, salads, chips and sides at Bayside Entertainment Centre on Wells Street, with pickup and delivery available.

Opens at 11:00 AM
God's Kitchen
God's Kitchen

God's Kitchen

Restaurants, Cafes • 53 Barkly St, Mornington VIC 3931

4.2 (683) Google Maps

Locally owned and operated by Dean McHugh, Gods Kitchen opened its historic church doors in Mornington back in 2009.

Opens at 5:00 PM
Georgie Bass Cafe & Bar
Georgie Bass Cafe & Bar

Georgie Bass Cafe & Bar

Cafes, Bar • 30 Cook St Flinders VIC 3929

4.1 (245) Google Maps

Garden cafe and cooking school on Cook Street, Flinders, built around regional Mornington Peninsula produce.

Opens at 7:00 AM
Geonbae Hastings
Geonbae Hastings

Geonbae Hastings

Restaurants, Cafes • 27 Marine Pde Hastings VIC 3915

4.6 (529) Google Maps

Family-owned Korean BBQ and buffet restaurant on Marine Parade, Hastings, on the Mornington Peninsula.

Opens at 11:00 AM
Freaky Tiki
Freaky Tiki

Freaky Tiki

Cafes, Takeaway • Shop 14 2185 Point Nepean Rd Rye VIC 3941

4.6 (355) Google Maps

Small beachside cafe on Point Nepean Road, Rye, serving Little Rebel coffee and a daily salad range.

Open Now
Fontalina Pizza
Fontalina Pizza

Fontalina Pizza

Restaurants, Cafes • Shop 8 Tulum Village Russell Street Balnarring VIC 3926

4.6 (412) Google Maps

Wood-fired Italian pizzeria in Balnarring's Tulum Village, cooking in handmade Stefano Ferrara ovens from Naples.

Opens at 5:00 PM
Flourish Cafe
Flourish Cafe

Flourish Cafe

Cafes • 44 Norman Ave Frankston South VIC 3199

4.4 (196) Google Maps

Family-run neighbourhood cafe on Norman Avenue in Frankston South, serving breakfast and lunch daily since 2008.

Opens at 8:00 AM
Ed's Hastings
Ed's Hastings

Ed's Hastings

Cafes, Wine Bars • 2 Olivia Way, Hastings VIC 3915

4.8 (431) Google Maps

Ed's Hastings is a fully gluten-free bar and restaurant known for its 4flour fried chicken and rotating specials board.

Opens at 12:00 PM
Down The Street
Down The Street

Down The Street

Cafes • 51 Foot St Frankston VIC 3199

4.6 (392) Google Maps

Neighbourhood specialty coffee cafe on Foot Street, Frankston, with in-house baked sweet and savoury treats.

Open Now
Doppiozero Pizzeria & Wine Bar
Doppiozero Pizzeria & Wine Bar

Doppiozero Pizzeria & Wine Bar

Restaurants, Cafes, Wine Bars • 475 Moorooduc Hwy Moorooduc VIC 3933

4.2 (613) Google Maps

Italian pizzeria and wine bar on the Moorooduc Highway, set inside a converted 1910 apple coolstore building.

Opens at 5:00 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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