A high-rise haven for fitness, food and focus, redefining wellness in Melbourne’s CBD.

Square One Rialto: Wellness with Intention

Square One isn’t your average gym café hybrid. Set inside the Rialto tower, it feels more like a sanctuary for those who take both their training and recovery seriously. The design is sleek and modern — clean lines, warm timber and soft light pouring through glass walls overlooking the skyline. There’s no clutter, no noise, just focus. It’s built for performance, but executed with style.

Between sessions, it becomes a place to slow down. Members lounge with smoothies and coffee, the hum of conversation blending with the faint rhythm of reformers and breathwork from the studio next door.

The Kitchen: Fuel Without Compromise

The menu at Square One proves that healthy doesn’t have to mean bland. Expect protein-packed breakfasts like poached eggs on ancient grains, cacao and chia pudding with seasonal fruit, and grilled salmon bowls loaded with greens and citrus. Everything is designed to nourish and energise without weighing you down. Ingredients are fresh, local and often organic, with flavour taking centre stage.

Cold-pressed juices, smoothies and espresso from Industry Beans round out the offering. Whether you’re refuelling post-workout or meeting for a clean lunch, it feels less like a café add-on and more like a standalone concept.

Design, Balance and Rhythm

The aesthetic matches the philosophy — refined minimalism with purpose. Natural textures soften industrial edges, creating a sense of calm that extends from the training floor to the dining space. Even the music is curated to match the pace of the day, shifting from early-morning stillness to mid-afternoon flow.

Square One Rialto has managed to turn wellness into something aspirational but grounded. It’s the kind of space that reminds you why balance matters — a rare mix of movement, community and good food done right.