Best Cafes to try in Melbourne CBD, Australia
It’s no secret that Melbournians take their coffee seriously, and with so many amazing cafes to choose from, it can be hard to pick just one. But don’t worry, I am here to guide you through the best cafes in Melbourne CBD that you simply cannot miss.
#1 Bonnie Coffee
First up, we have Bonnie Coffee, a hidden gem on Little Collins Street known for its delicious coffee and cozy atmosphere. It’s the perfect spot to grab a coffee and catch up with friends. You should order the Flat White with oat milk, it’s by far the best flat white I’ve ever tried in Melbourne CBD.
Read the full review of Bonnie Coffee here.
📍Address: 495 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
🕑 Store hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 am – 4:00 pm | Closed on weekends
🍴What to order: Flat white
🔗 Website: https://www.instagram.com/bonniecoffeeco/?hl=en
#2 Industry Beans
Industry Beans is another must-visit cafe in Melbourne CBD founded by brothers, Steven and Trevor Simmons in 2010. The brothers were inspired by the Third Wave Coffee culture and they established Industry Beans with a vision to roast high-quality specialty coffee. Today, they roast coffee and operate in several locations in Melbourne, Brisbane, and Sydney. If you haven’t had the Australian coffee called “Magic,” this is one of the best coffee shops to try it.
📍Address: 345 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
🕑 Store hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm | Saturday to Sunday, 8:00 am – 3:30 pm
🍴What to order: Magic
🔗 Website: https://industrybeans.com/
#3 Federal Coffee
Federal Coffee is a nice brunch, outdoor cafe on Bourke Street. You can find it in the same historical building that houses the biggest H&M store in Melbourne, the General Post Office (GPO) building.
📍Address: Shop 23/350 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
🕑 Store hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 3:00 pm | Saturday to Sunday, 8:00 am – 3:30 pm
🍴What to order: Flat White
🔗 Website: https://www.federalcoffee.com.au/
#4 Koko Black
Koko Black, Australia’s popular chocolatier was established in 2003. Along its Collins Street location in Melbourne CBD, they have a coffee stand right in front of their shop. This is the best place to grab a quick coffee, specifically their mocha latte.
📍Address: Town Hall, 220 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
🕑 Store hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday, 9:00 am – 7:00 pm | Thursday to Friday, 9:00 am – 9:00 pm | Sunday, 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
🍴What to order: Mocha
🔗 Website: https://www.kokoblack.com/
#5 Le Petit Chateau
Le Petit Chateau is a French-style cafe inside a century-old building in Melbourne CBD, The Block Arcade. restaurant called, Le Petit Chateau (which translates to the little castle in French). Le Petit Chateau offers French cuisine, such as croque monsieur, crepes, quiche lorraine, and steak frites as well as pastries, including croissants, pain au chocolat, and macarons.
Read the full review of Le Petit Chateau here.
📍Address: Shop 9 & 10, Block Arcade, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
🕑 Store hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm | Saturday to Sunday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
🍴What to order: Sugar lemon crepe
🔗 Website: https://www.lepetitchateaurestaurant.com.au
#6 Brunetti Oro
Melbourne CBD Cafes are known for closing early so if you want to go somewhere that remains open beyond 3:00 pm then head over to Brunetti on Flinders Lane. Brunetti Oro is an Italian cafe known for its overwhelming selection of cakes. It was founded by Giorgio Angele who started training as a pastry chef in Italy as early as 10 years old. He moved to Australia where he established Brunetti Oro in 1956. Today, the cafe has several locations in Melbourne and franchises in Singapore and UAE.
This cafe is oftentimes busy so it’s best to call to reserve a table.
📍Address: 250 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
🕑 Store hours: Monday to Thursday, 7:00 am – 10:00 pm | Friday to Saturday, 7:00 am – 12:00 am | Sunday, 8:00 am to 10:00 pm
🍴What to order: Rum Baba
🔗 Website: https://brunettioro.com.au/
#7 Black Star
Black Star Pastry is a little bakery and coffee shop known for its delicious cakes. It was established in 2018 in Sydney, Australia, and now operates in seven locations, such as Newton, Sydney CBD, Rosebery, Moore Park, Chadstone, St. Kilda, and Melbourne CBD. Black Star is where you will find “The Most Instagrammed Cake in the World” according to New York Times, the strawberry watermelon cake.
Read the full review of Black Star Pastry here.
📍Address: Shop 4/8 Driver Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
🕑 Store hours: Open daily, 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
🍴What to order: Strawberry watermelon cake
🔗 Website: https://www.blackstarpastry.com/
#8 Rouele Galette
Roule Galette is a terrific spot to go for a delectable and genuine French galette or crepe. It’s owned by Michel Dubois, a seasoned crepe connoisseur from France. Roule Galette was built in 2007 and is known for its scrumptious crepes and galettes. The name means “pancake roll” in French. The crepe is delicious, the ambiance is laid-back and welcoming, and the service is attentive and kind. If you’re searching for a fantastic venue to have a crepe in Melbourne, this is the place to be.
Read the full review of Roule Galette here.
📍Address: Shop 1/241 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
🕑 Store hours: Open daily, 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
🍴What to order: Sugar butter crepe
🔗 Website: https://www.roulegalette.com.au/
#9 Lune Croissanterie
Lune Croissanterie is a croissant-focused cafe in Melbourne CBD. It’s so popular customers are willing to wait in line for hours for a taste of their delicious croissants. My friend and I waited for an hour to get inside. The croissants come in different flavors and they get sold out pretty quickly so make sure to come early.
Please note that they only accept card payment here.
📍Address: Shop 16/161 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
🕑 Store hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30 am – 3:00 pm | Saturday to Sunday, 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
🍴What to order: Lemon Curd, Ham and Gruyere
🔗 Website: https://www.lunecroissanterie.com/
#10 Pope Joan
Pope Joan is is an all-day classic cafe owned by David Mackintosh. They offer Allpress coffee and breakfast dishes, such as Reuben and Cornish sandwiches.
📍Address: Shop 16/45 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
🕑 Store hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 3:00 pm | Closed on weekends
🍴What to order: Salt Baked Beetroot
🔗 Website: https://www.popejoancity.com/
So there you have it, folks! The 10 must-try cafes in Melbourne CBD that you simply cannot miss. Whether you’re a coffee aficionado or just looking for a cozy spot to relax, these cafes have got you covered. So grab a cup of coffee and enjoy all that Melbourne CBD has to offer!
