Gordon Espresso
A well-regarded espresso bar in Southbank, rated 4.8 across more than 300 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Gordon Espresso sits on Coventry Street in Southbank, just across the river from Melbourne's CBD. A well-regarded espresso bar, it's earned a strong reputation for its serious approach to coffee and quality cafe fare — the kind of dedicated, craft-focused spot that draws a devoted following among those who take their cup seriously.
The appeal is that focus on genuinely good coffee and quality food in a relaxed, convenient Southbank location, perfect for a proper cup, a casual bite or a quick catch-up near the river and the arts precinct. In a city obsessed with coffee, a spot that's nailed its craft really stands out, and Gordon has clearly won over a loyal following.
With a 4.8 rating from more than 300 reviews, it's clearly hitting the mark. Menus, opening hours and offerings change, and a popular cafe gets busy at peak times, so it's worth checking current details before a special trip — though for a great coffee and a casual bite, it's often just a matter of dropping in and seeing why it's so well rated in Southbank.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
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
- 08:00 – 14:00
- Sunday
- Closed
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 89
- Popularity
- 76
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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