The Lawson Grove Shop

The Lawson Grove Shop is a relaxed café in South Yarra, Melbourne, offering breakfast, lunch, artisanal pastries, freshly baked in-house bagels and coffee. Its focus is on fresh, locally sourced food and a friendly place to eat, making it suited to a morning meal, a brunch catch-up or an afternoon pick-me-up.

Set away from the main rush in Lawson Grove, the café is presented as a quieter escape where visitors can slow down and settle in. The space combines thoughtful design with a welcoming feel, creating an easy option for solo coffee stops, casual dates and unhurried meals. Furry friends are also welcome, with the venue inviting them to stop by for a treat.

The business was founded by Li Wang, who brings more than 15 years of experience in Melbourne’s coffee industry. The café forms part of a wider group that includes Lawson’s Bagels and a barista training school, with an emphasis on hospitality, craft and community. The venue describes its food and coffee offering as bringing together East and West in a refined but approachable setting. For visitors, that means a neighbourhood café centred on good coffee, considered food and a comfortable place to spend some time.