Sonny Ray

Sonny Ray sits on Auburn Road in Hawthorn, a leafy, established inner-eastern suburb of Melbourne. A much-loved cafe, it's become a genuine local favourite — the kind of welcoming, quality spot that draws a steady stream of regulars for good coffee and food in a relaxed, neighbourhood setting.

The appeal is that combination of quality cafe fare, good coffee and a warm, neighbourhood feel in a convenient Hawthorn location, ideal for a morning coffee, a leisurely brunch or a casual catch-up. In a city that loves its cafes, a spot that's nailed the fundamentals becomes a real neighbourhood fixture, and Sonny Ray has clearly won over a loyal following.

With a 4.7 rating from more than 350 reviews, it's clearly hitting the mark with locals. Menus, 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 a coffee and a casual bite, it's often just a matter of dropping in and finding a spot among the regulars in Hawthorn.