Our Favourite Cafes in Melbourne

Melbourne takes its cafés seriously. We’re talking queues for croissants, heated debates over oat vs. almond, and brunch menus that could pass for restaurant wine lists.

Whether you’re chasing your daily caffeine fix, craving a top-tier brunch, or in the mood for bottomless cocktails, Melbourne has a café for it — and then some.

From hole-in-the-wall espresso bars to all-day spots slinging chilli scrambled eggs and Bloody Marys, the city runs on more than just coffee. From neighbourhood gems to cult favourites, these are the cafés we keep going back to — for all the right reasons.