
Standing Room Coffee - Carlton
A much-loved coffee spot at Carlton in Melbourne with a 4.6 rating across 38 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Standing Room Coffee sits on Grattan Street in Carlton, one of Melbourne's characterful inner suburbs near the university and Lygon Street. A 4.6 rating from 38 reviews marks it as a genuine local favourite.
The appeal is quality coffee with a devoted following — a lovely spot to grab a great brew and a bite, the kind of place that earns loyal regulars, in the handy Carlton area close to the city. Its location makes it an easy and welcoming stop.
Cafe menus, ranges and trading hours change over time, and mornings can get busy. If you're after something particular 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
- 07:30 – 16:30
- Tuesday
- 07:30 – 16:30
- WednesdayToday
- 07:30 – 16:30
- Thursday
- 07:30 – 16:30
- Friday
- 07:30 – 16:00
- Saturday
- 08:00 – 15:00
- Sunday
- Closed
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 73
- Popularity
- 48
- Information quality
- 0
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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