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Docklands, Melbourne

Best Cafes in Docklands

Looking for the best cafes in Docklands? We've gathered 20 standout spots in this corner of Melbourne, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Docklands has its own character, and the cafes here reflect it — from neighbourhood favourites locals keep to themselves to places worth a special trip across town. Use the filters to narrow by price, rating, what's open right now and the features that matter to you, then open the map to plan your visit around what else is nearby. We re-check details regularly, so opening hours and information stay current.

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.

20 spots in Docklands

Brotherhood Cafe — Docklands, Melbourne
64Spot

Brotherhood Cafe

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4.7(391)View details →
Charlie Bit Me Cafe — Docklands, Melbourne
64Spot

Charlie Bit Me Cafe

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4.8(287)View details →
Puzzle Coffee Southern Cross — Docklands, Melbourne
63Spot

Puzzle Coffee Southern Cross

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4.5(727)View details →
The Espressonist — Docklands, Melbourne
63Spot

The Espressonist

$$
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Chic cafe featuring thoughtfully presented Modern Australian fare, harbour views & outdoor seating.

4.5(656)View details →
MJ Mojo Jojo | Modern Cafe Docklands — Docklands, Melbourne
61Spot

MJ Mojo Jojo | Modern Cafe Docklands

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4.5(427)View details →
Cocobei Docklands — Docklands, Melbourne
60Spot

Cocobei Docklands

$$
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4.3(660)View details →
Eighteen Pence Lane — Docklands, Melbourne
60Spot

Eighteen Pence Lane

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4.7(136)View details →
gokotta KAFFE — Docklands, Melbourne
60Spot

gokotta KAFFE

$$
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4.6(151)View details →
Daybreak Cafe — Docklands, Melbourne
59Spot

Daybreak Cafe

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4.4(281)View details →
Caffe Bambino — Docklands, Melbourne
59Spot

Caffe Bambino

$
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4.8(277)View details →
Teej Cafe — Docklands, Melbourne
58Spot

Teej Cafe

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5.0(115)View details →
Capri @ The Quays — Docklands, Melbourne
57Spot

Capri @ The Quays

$$
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4.1(502)View details →
Coffee Rush — Docklands, Melbourne
57Spot

Coffee Rush

$$
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4.5(514)View details →
Story Coffee and Foodstore — Docklands, Melbourne
55Spot

Story Coffee and Foodstore

$$
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4.6(207)View details →
Coffee & Toast Co. — Docklands, Melbourne
55Spot

Coffee & Toast Co.

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4.8(33)View details →
Kenny's Bakery Cafe — Docklands, Melbourne
55Spot

Kenny's Bakery Cafe

$
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Bakeries in Docklands, Melbourne.

4.3(117)View details →
Milkbar — Docklands, Melbourne
52Spot

Milkbar

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4.0(117)View details →
Foremost Coffee Docklands — Docklands, Melbourne
52Spot

Foremost Coffee Docklands

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4.9(43)View details →

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Cafes in Docklands — FAQs

What are the best cafes in Docklands?+

The cafes in Docklands listed here are ranked by our Spot Score — our independent editorial rating out of 100, combining reputation, popularity, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear first.

How many cafes are there in Docklands?+

We currently feature 20 cafes in Docklands, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.

How do I get to Docklands in Melbourne?+

Docklands is one of Melbourne's neighbourhoods — open any venue's page for its exact location, nearby public-transport stops and a map. See our Getting Around guide for tickets and fares.

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.