12 Great Cafes Across Melbourne
Melbourne's café culture is thriving across multiple neighbourhoods, each offering something distinct. Whether you're after serious coffee, a specific style of brunch, or a neighbourhood hangout, these spots deliver. We've picked venues that locals and visitors keep coming back to.
- 1Cafes Melbourne CBD
1. Patricia Coffee Brewers
Head here if you take your coffee seriously. Located in Melbourne CBD, this is the place for thoughtful espresso and filter coffee preparation.
Open MondaysView venue4.8(4,302)· Google$$$$70Spot ScoreGreat 
2Cafes Brunswick2. Bellboy Cafe | Brunswick Cafe
Brunswick's go-to spot for a relaxed café experience with genuine neighbourhood character.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(1,671)· Google69Spot ScoreWorth a Look
3Cafes Carlton3. The Heart of Carlton
Positioned in Carlton's vibrant precinct, this café fits naturally into the suburb's social rhythm.
Opens early (before 7am)Open MondaysView venue4.9(818)· Google$$$$69Spot ScoreWorth a Look
4Cafes Melbourne CBD4. Regretless - Low Carb Pleasure
If you're navigating specific dietary preferences, this Melbourne CBD café offers a dedicated approach to that angle.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(1,157)· Google$$$$68Spot ScoreWorth a Look
5Cafes Collingwood5. Commune
Collingwood's version of a community-focused café where you can settle in and linger.
Opens early (before 7am)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue5.0(390)· Google68Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Cafes Melbourne CBD6. Little Rogue.
CBD-based café with a coffee focus—another strong pick for those seeking quality in the heart of the city.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(1,826)· Google67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
7Cafes Carlton7. Hareruya Pantry
Carlton's alternative offering if you want variety in the same neighbourhood as The Heart of Carlton.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.7(1,161)· Google67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
8Cafes Southbank8. Mr. Summit Cafe City Road
Southbank location makes this convenient if you're near the river precinct and want solid coffee and café fare.
Opens early (before 7am)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(732)· Google67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Cafes Richmond9. Riché - Cafe Richmond
Richmond's entry point for café culture, useful if you're exploring that neighbourhood.
Opens early (before 7am)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.7(997)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Cafes St Kilda10. Wedge St Kilda | Middle Eastern Inspired Brunch
St Kilda's café option with a distinct brunch direction; worth the trip if you want something beyond standard café menus.
Opens early (before 7am)Open MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(581)· Google66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
11Cafes Melbourne CBD11. Prologue Cafe Melbourne
Another CBD café option, adding to the concentration of quality venues in the city centre.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(454)· Google66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
12Cafes Collingwood12. Aunty Peg's
Collingwood's second entry, offering another reason to explore that neighbourhood's café scene.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.7(715)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patricia Coffee Brewers | 70/100 | 4.8(4,302) | $$ | Melbourne CBD | Open Mondays |
| Bellboy Cafe | Brunswick Cafe | 69/100 | 4.8(1,671) | — | Brunswick | Open 7 days |
| The Heart of Carlton | 69/100 | 4.9(818) | $ | Carlton | Opens early (before 7am) |
| Regretless - Low Carb Pleasure | 68/100 | 4.8(1,157) | $$ | Melbourne CBD | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Commune | 68/100 | 5.0(390) | — | Collingwood | Opens early (before 7am) |
| Little Rogue. | 67/100 | 4.6(1,826) | — | Melbourne CBD | Open 7 days |
| Hareruya Pantry | 67/100 | 4.7(1,161) | — | Carlton | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Mr. Summit Cafe City Road | 67/100 | 4.8(732) | — | Southbank | Opens early (before 7am) |
| Riché - Cafe Richmond | 66/100 | 4.7(997) | $$ | Richmond | Opens early (before 7am) |
| Wedge St Kilda | Middle Eastern Inspired Brunch | 66/100 | 4.8(581) | — | St Kilda | Opens early (before 7am) |
| Prologue Cafe Melbourne | 66/100 | 4.8(454) | — | Melbourne CBD | Open 7 days |
| Aunty Peg's | 66/100 | 4.7(715) | $$ | Collingwood | Open 7 days |
Frequently asked questions
Which of these cafés are best for coffee?+
Patricia Coffee Brewers, Little Rogue, and Mr. Summit Cafe City Road are all tagged for coffee and are known for that focus.
Are there cafés outside the CBD?+
Yes. Brunswick (Bellboy), Carlton (The Heart of Carlton, Hareruya Pantry), Collingwood (Commune, Aunty Peg's), Richmond (Riché), St Kilda (Wedge), and Southbank (Mr. Summit) all have entries.
Which suburb has the most cafés on this list?+
Melbourne CBD and Collingwood tie with three entries each. Carlton has two.
Is there a café with a specific brunch angle?+
Wedge St Kilda is described as Middle Eastern inspired brunch, making it distinct if you want something beyond typical café offerings.
Can I find cafés grouped by proximity?+
Yes—check the comparison notes above for clustering by CBD, inner suburbs, and individual neighbourhoods.
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