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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
Industry Beans Chadstone
Industry Beans Chadstone

Industry Beans Chadstone

Restaurants, Cafes • 1341 Dandenong Road, Chadstone VIC 3148

4.1 (891) Google Maps

Industry Beans' luxe Chadstone cafe and roastery outpost, positioned just outside the shopping centre's Fashion Capital entrance.

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Haiku
Haiku

Haiku

Restaurants, Cafes • 1161 Toorak Road, Camberwell VIC 3124

4.5 (1,115) Google Maps

Japanese-inspired cafe by day and izakaya by night on Toorak Road, Camberwell, with a konbini store next door.

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Riché
Riché

Riché

Cafes • 3/189 Bridge Rd, Richmond VIC 3121

4.7 (1,050) Google Maps

Riché is a restaurant and wine bar on Bridge Road in Richmond, serving a seasonal menu in an intimate dining room.

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Jour Cafe
Jour Cafe

Jour Cafe

Cafes • 29 Keele Street, Collingwood VIC 3066

4.8 (164) Google Maps

French-inspired cafe on Keele Street, Collingwood, serving a modern take on classic French cuisine with a plant-based focus.

Opens at 8:00 AM
My Oh My
My Oh My

My Oh My

Cafes • 232 Swan Street, Richmond VIC 3121

4.3 (669) Google Maps

My Oh My is a Swan Street café in Richmond, serving well-rounded brunch and lunch dishes alongside speciality coffee.

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Time Out Fed Square
Time Out Fed Square

Time Out Fed Square

Cafes • Federation Square, Melbourne VIC 3000

4.0 (1,543) Google Maps

Time Out at Fed Square offers all-day dining, breakfast, coffee, cocktails and modern Australian favourites in central Melbourne.

Opens at 9:00 AM
HR Cafe & Bar
HR Cafe & Bar

HR Cafe & Bar

Cafes • 492 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004

4.6 (162) Google Maps

All-day cafe and bar on St Kilda Road, minutes from the Royal Botanic Gardens and National Gallery of Victoria.

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Cafe Gaia.
Cafe Gaia.

Cafe Gaia.

Cafes • Shop 3/4 Avoca Street, South Yarra VIC 3141

4.4 (285) Google Maps

Family-owned Vietnamese fusion brunch cafe on Avoca Street, South Yarra, Melbourne, open daily except Tuesday.

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Relax and Play Pty Ltd
Relax and Play Pty Ltd

Relax and Play Pty Ltd

Cafes • 1 Gilbert Drive, Altona North VIC 3025

4.4 (255) Google Maps

Relax and Play is a family play and wellness centre in Altona North, with a full kitchen serving restaurant-quality food.

Opens at 9:00 AM
Ophelia Westgarth
Ophelia Westgarth

Ophelia Westgarth

Cafes • 85 High St, Northcote VIC 3070

4.4 (222) Google Maps

Ophelia Westgarth is a café and wine bar on High Street in Northcote, transitioning from morning brunch to evening share plates.

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Reverie Cafe
Reverie Cafe

Reverie Cafe

Cafes • 31 Izett St, Prahran VIC 3181

4.5 (378) Google Maps

Reverie Cafe is a local café on Izett Street in Prahran, serving brunch and speciality coffee in a relaxed neighbourhood setting.

Opens at 8:00 AM
Cafe Latte
Cafe Latte

Cafe Latte

Cafes • 521 Malvern Road, Toorak VIC 3142

4.4 (309) Google Maps

Cafe and events venue on Malvern Road, Toorak, open daily for breakfast, brunch and lunch, with function rooms.

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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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