Friends of Mine
A popular cafe at Richmond in Melbourne with a 4.1 rating across 991 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Friends of Mine sits on Swan Street in Richmond, one of Melbourne's liveliest inner-city suburbs. With 991 reviews behind its 4.1 rating, it has built a strong following.
The appeal is a relaxed, dependable cafe with a loyal following — somewhere to settle in for breakfast, brunch or a coffee and a catch-up, in keeping with Melbourne's celebrated cafe culture. Its Swan Street location, close to the shops and eateries, makes it easy to fold a visit into a wider day out.
Cafe menus, specials and trading hours change over time, and weekends can get busy. If you're after a particular dish or specific opening hours, it's worth confirming the current details directly with the cafe before you head over.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- Tuesday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- WednesdayToday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- Thursday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- Friday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- Saturday
- 07:30 – 15:00
- Sunday
- 07:30 – 15:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 64
- Popularity
- 91
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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