
Riché - Cafe Richmond
$$Cafes in Richmond, Melbourne.
Looking for the best cafes in Richmond? We've gathered 22 standout spots in this corner of Melbourne, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Richmond 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.
22 spots in Richmond

Cafes in Richmond, Melbourne.

Cafes in Richmond, Melbourne.

Cafes in Richmond, Melbourne.

Cafes in Richmond, Melbourne.

This airy, stylish cafe with wood paneling & streetside seating preps eclectic dishes.

Cafes in Richmond, Melbourne.

Specialty coffee & creative brekkie in a bright, spacious Australian cafe with white subway tiles.

Cafes in Richmond, Melbourne.

Brekkie, burgers and Greek dishes, offered in a bright, warm setting with a vintage vibe.

Choice cafe food, plus coffee and cakes, in a light, industrial-chic space with high ceilings.

Eclectic breakfasts and specialty coffee served in a cafe with exposed-brick walls and a courtyard.

Cafes in Richmond, Melbourne.

Cafes in Richmond, Melbourne.

Bars in Richmond, Melbourne.

Casual brunch & coffee spot with exposed-brick walls, antique chandeliers & outdoor seating.

Inventive breakfast fare, salads & sandwiches in a boutique cafe with exposed-brick walls.

Cafes in Richmond, Melbourne.

Cafes in Richmond, Melbourne.
The cafes in Richmond 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.
We currently feature 22 cafes in Richmond, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
Richmond 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.
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.