Best Cafes in Richmond
Looking for the best cafes in Richmond? We've gathered 23 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.
23 spots in Richmond
Riché - Cafe Richmond
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Black Gold
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Little Bridge Cafe
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Dutton Cafeteria by Tickled Pink
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A Thousand Blessings
$$This airy, stylish cafe with wood paneling & streetside seating preps eclectic dishes.
Top Paddock Cafe
$$Specialty coffee & creative brekkie in a bright, spacious Australian cafe with white subway tiles.
Jethro Canteen
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Touchwood
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Long Street Coffee
$$Choice cafe food, plus coffee and cakes, in a light, industrial-chic space with high ceilings.
Rowena Corner Store
$$Brekkie, burgers and Greek dishes, offered in a bright, warm setting with a vintage vibe.
My Oh My
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Pillar of Salt
$$Eclectic breakfasts and specialty coffee served in a cafe with exposed-brick walls and a courtyard.
acidity. bar & coffee
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Café Mellow Fellow
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Stillman Cafe
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Friends of Mine
$$Casual brunch & coffee spot with exposed-brick walls, antique chandeliers & outdoor seating.
Fifty Acres
$$Inventive breakfast fare, salads & sandwiches in a boutique cafe with exposed-brick walls.
Heart Coffee
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Cafes in Richmond — FAQs
What are the best cafes in Richmond?+
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.
How many cafes are there in Richmond?+
We currently feature 23 cafes in Richmond, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Richmond in Melbourne?+
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.
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.