Best Cafes in Melbourne (2026)
Looking for the best cafes in Melbourne? We've rounded up 289 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.
Australia takes its coffee seriously, and Melbourne is no exception — think flat whites pulled to order, single-origin beans and a brunch culture that runs all morning. The spots below range from tucked-away specialty roasters to all-day cafes worth a slow weekend visit.
289 spots
Saporito Cafe
Cafes in Southbank, Melbourne.
Liar Liar
$$Industrial-chic cafe with outside tables serving all-day breakfast, sandwiches, shakes & smoothies.
The St. Kilda Dispensary
Cafes in St Kilda, Melbourne.
Brother Nancy
$$Cafes in Footscray, Melbourne.
Twenty & Six Espresso
$$Cafes in North Melbourne, Melbourne.
Code Black Coffee Brunswick HQ
$$Industrial-chic cafe and coffee roaster, with an inventive menu of brunch, salads and sandwiches.
Tend Still Growing South Yarra
Cafes in South Yarra, Melbourne.
Soul Soul Cafe
Cafes in Carlton, Melbourne.
Darling Cafe
$$Cafes in South Yarra, Melbourne.
Finders Keepers Cafe
$$Cafes in Hawthorn, Melbourne.
Pocket Espresso Cafe
Cafes in Southbank, Melbourne.
Addict Food And Coffee
$$Organic coffee, burgers & brekkie dished up in a bright, relaxed cafe with rustic-chic decor.
Penance Prahran
Cafes in Prahran, Melbourne.
MJ Mojo Jojo | Modern Cafe Docklands
Cafes in Docklands, Melbourne.
Cafe Ray
$$Specialty coffee bar in an airy warehouse space with distressed decor, plus eclectic brunch dishes.
MoonChild Cafe Bar & Bistro
Restaurants in Prahran, Melbourne.
Crooked Letters
Cafes in Prahran, Melbourne.
Cavallini
$$European bread & pastries are served in an elegant cafe with antique chandeliers & a courtyard.
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Read guide →Cafes in Melbourne — FAQs
What are the best cafes in Melbourne?+
Our top-rated cafes in Melbourne are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Melbourne cafes ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter cafes by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many cafes are listed in Melbourne?+
We currently feature 289 cafes across Melbourne and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.
What's the coffee culture like in Melbourne?+
Specialty coffee is the norm rather than the exception — most cafes roast or source quality beans and turn out espresso-based drinks like the flat white, long black and piccolo. Brunch is a weekend institution, so expect queues at the most popular spots mid-morning.