The Lawson Grove Shop
A charming corner cafe and shop at South Yarra in Melbourne with a 4.3 rating across 312 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
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.
Practical details
Opening hours
Open now- Monday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- Tuesday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- Wednesday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- Thursday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- Friday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- SaturdayToday
- 07:30 – 16:00
- Sunday
- 07:30 – 16:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 71
- Popularity
- 76
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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