Tried a couple different coffees and both were bomb! I would recommend this place for everyone.read more

Love the ambience and friendly staff. Ordered a soy latte and it was great. Love the Melbourne…read morecoffee scene.

We had such a wonderful experience at Higher Ground! The food was absolutely delicious and the…read morequality was excellent everything we ordered was fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. We genuinely enjoyed every part of our meal. A special thank you to Merion and Slami, our servers, who were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive. They made the whole experience even more enjoyable and made us feel so well taken care of. Amazing food, beautiful atmosphere, and fantastic service. We enjoyed it so much and would definitely come back! Highly recommend!

Such an awe-inspiring space for coffee and vibes! Higher Ground completely blew me away with its…read morebreathtaking industrial architecture. The soaring brick walls, arched windows, and striking exposed steel roof make it an absolute architectural masterpiece. Paired with exceptionally smooth coffee and warm service, it is a total dream. I will definitely be back!

Great little place. Long line moves fast. Delicious inventive babaganoush poached egg brekkie…read more Also very generous portion of side smoked salmon. Great service and lively atmosphere. Definitely a worthwhile experience.

Solid brunch place with some inventive breakfast items on a cool street. Ordered the babaganoush…read morebreakfast plate with two poached eggs on top of toast with grilled halloumi and a smear of babganoush on the bottom of the plate. It was tasty but the threw all of the items on the two pieces of toast piled on top of one another - like they were in too big a rush to notice or care and I had to reconstruct it myself. Would have liked a bit more of the eggplant spread given that it was featured in the menu listing up front and not barely enough to call it a condiment. Coffee looked pretty but was just okay. Nice place overall.

I guess the thing with these Hardware Lane restaurants, particularly the cafes, is you really need…read moreto get here early - preferably opening time. The reason being is that they tend to get pretty crowded pretty quickly with all of the workers pouring in here for the breakfast that they neglected to have at home. Okay, I came here simply to check it out, and not surprisingly I was pretty impressed. They did a pretty decent fruit salad, and the coffee wasn't all that bad either. It is certainly a place I'd try again.

Tucked away in a back alley in between construction roads is this place that's guaranteed to have…read morelong lines during busy hours. It's a fancy place that professional people come to work or have business meetings with coworkers during the weekday, and a hip place for young adults to socialize on the weekends. I regret not trying the hot chocolate with fairy floss, which is not only photogenic but very popular. The chia pudding was amazing, but lack of menu options and high prices are what keeps me from coming back more.

Little Rogue speaks for itself. Honestly they don't need my review. All you need to do is look at…read morethe line out the door and down the alleyway from the time they open and you know they're doing coffee right. I had to try them with all the rave reviews, especially in my journey to find the best of the best of the Melbourne coffee scene. It's harder than it sounds considering any coffee in Melbourne is already pretty top tier in comparison to anywhere else. Little Rogue deserves the line out the door and rave reviews. Not only is it in the top of the top for coffee I've had in Melbourne...or anywhere...they're also just really cool people. Not a coffee snob in sight. Just down to earth smiles, friendly even at the crack of dawn, and happy to serve you some of the best coffee you'll ever have. Seriously. If Australia, or Melbourne, isn't on your bucket list, it needs to be if only to have the firsthand experience of the coffee everyone talks about. Like so many Melbourne hotspots, Little Rogue is unmarked. No signage. If you know you know type of place. You wouldn't know it's there except for the line out the door that gives them away. Just across the alley and up a few steps is a bakery that's also getting a pretty good rap. Make it a whole trip to start your morning right. You won't be disappointed. PS... If you're at any of the iconic coffee hotspots in Melbourne and you really love your espresso, ask for the (Melbourne) Magic. Just the 'Magic' for the locals. You're welcome.

While exploring Melbourne (precovid), we came across this cute blue door and decided to give it a…read moreshot. I tried one of their specialty matcha lattes, and it was pretty interesting for sure. The space was very cute and the prices were standard for the area.

Great vibes and even better espresso. I had the Brazil roast today and it had a subtle fruity…read moreflavor. Quick and kind service!

this place was popping on a weekday morning very limited…read morecoffee selection, just black or white iced white was simple but perfect canele was crisp, not too sweet server was very kind and considerate, standing room only so hot very cramped

We popped into Brunetti thinking it was just a small cafe, but it's so much bigger than we…read moreexpected! The place is huge, with tons of seating, beautiful Italian-inspired décor, and a warm, inviting vibe. Perfect spot to duck in on a chilly Melbourne day. We ordered the Italian hot chocolate with cream....rich, thick, and absolutely indulgent and a small tiramisu that was light, creamy, and perfectly balanced. Both were excellent. I can't wait to come back and try the food options. The menu looked amazing, and with so much space to sit and relax, it's definitely a place you can spend time in without feeling rushed. Highly recommend if you're in Melbourne and craving good sweets, coffee, or just a cozy spot to unwind.

Melbourne's coffee culture is strong, and Brunetti's on Flinders Street delivers. The coffee is…read morerich, delicious, and expertly made--any style you want, they do it well. The pastries are just as impressive, plus there's a wood-fired pizza oven and multiple stations where you can casually hang out. We stopped in during the Christmas holidays and loved seeing locals picking up desserts for their celebrations. A fun, lively spot frequented by both locals and tourists, and a great place to pause with a coffee and a pistachio cannoli.

Dukes Coffee Roasters is rated one of the top coffee shops in Melbourne, so I knew I had to try! A…read morevanilla latte, hot or iced, with oat milk is always my go-to. The coffee was definitely dense and strong. Sadly, they did not have any vanilla flavoring, but the oat milk flavoring shined through. The cafe was busy and packed, definitely showing its character and love in this city. The workers were kind and the drinks were correctly and quickly!

Really good coffee and it was nice that I could grab a cup quick even though it was a little busy…read more Service was great and while they have a selection to choose from they can make any drink you'd like.

Best porridge I've ever had, and so beautifully presented. Caramelized bananas, blackberries, and…read moreother things I'm not even sure of! My husband had the baked eggs with potatoes and sausage and said it was delicious as well. Place is welcoming and pretty cozy, and service prompt and friendly. We can't wait to try the other items on the menu.

This place is definitely worth a visit! The café has a welcoming atmosphere, and even though it…read morewas busy, the service was friendly, attentive, and efficient throughout my visit. I ordered eggs with salmon, and it was delish! The salmon was fresh and paired really well with the eggs, making for a simple but delicious breakfast. The quality of the food and the great service make it well worth the visit. I'd happily come back the next time I'm in Melbourne.

This is the real deal. Finer quality and fresher teas than T2…read more I love their teas and really love the shop design. It's like an old school apothecary. They have an online store but you should go in to browse and smell the tea. The staff are a little reserved, but certainly open to answer all your questions.

OVERWHELMED BY TEA! In an effort to not buy at T2 since it joined the Unilever corporation a couple…read moreof years back, I've been tagging smaller enterprises and doing my best to trial their wares. Lupicia was on my to-do list in Melbourne for a while anyway, thanks to some rave reviews. Lupicia stores actually exist across the world, which is pretty cool, and each store has a couple of locale-based blends. I didn't try the Aussie ones, however, and went straight for one I had on my to-get list and another two I couldn't resist. Each tea comes in a beautiful tin so no need to worry about finding storage for it when you get home. I recommend discussing your favourite tea flavours with the staff, who are all too happy to help with recommendations, despite first appearances coming off as a little gruff. Once they know you care about tea, you're in.