Slowpoke Espresso
A much-loved espresso spot on Brunswick Street in Fitzroy, Melbourne, rated 4.6 across more than 450 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Slowpoke Espresso sits on Brunswick Street in Fitzroy, one of Melbourne's most iconic and characterful inner-north suburbs. A much-loved cafe and espresso spot, it's earned a strong reputation — combining genuinely good coffee with quality cafe fare and a relaxed, characterful setting, the kind of dedicated spot that's become a real Fitzroy favourite.
The appeal is that combination of quality coffee, good cafe fare and a relaxed atmosphere in a prime Brunswick Street location, ideal for a serious cup, a leisurely brunch or a casual catch-up. On one of Melbourne's most famous strips, a spot that's nailed both its coffee and its food really stands out, and Slowpoke has clearly won over a loyal following.
With a 4.6 rating from more than 450 reviews, it's clearly hitting the mark. Menus, the coffee offering, opening hours and offerings change with the seasons, and a popular cafe gets busy on weekend mornings, so it's worth checking current details before a special trip — though for an excellent coffee and a quality bite, it's often just a matter of dropping in at Slowpoke on Brunswick Street in Fitzroy.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- MondayToday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- Tuesday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- Wednesday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- Thursday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- Friday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- Saturday
- 08:30 – 15:00
- Sunday
- 08:30 – 15:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 83
- Popularity
- 80
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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