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Bean Counter Cafe
90/100 (504 ratings)
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"It is so much fun trying out all the nearby places for brunch, something that I had sorely missed during the recent months of lockdown. Bean Counter..."
Expat Gourmand
"This cafe serves lovely food, we went on a weekday and received attentive service, friendly smiles and delicious meals. Highly recommended. A little..."
FeedEdith
"Friendly helpful service, tasty food, decent kids menu and my toddler loved the toy box in the courtyard. And an incredibly convenient location just..."
Alice Gomez
"For a cafe called bean counter, it definitely wasn’t as cheap as you would expect. But I was very satisfied with the food and coffee at this corner..."
Samuel Pinches
"The coffee is Fantastic! always lovely service. Dog friendly outside seating. good range of food and drinks and GF options for ppl who require it...."
Lisa Michelle
"I love this place. They have a varied and interesting menu. Plenty of vegetarian, gluten-free and vegan options (many can be customised if not..."
Lok Mac
"I went there on the weekend and I iced it! The staff was amazingly friendly and the atmosphere was good, making the bad weather bearable! I ordered..."
Mary Pisasale
"Great little spot in Fairfield with good coffee and a fabulous turmeric latte. Have tried a few different dishes and all have been quality and great..."
Christine Tona
"Truly exceptional food and coffee, they've really stepped up over the last 12 month and it shows. Keep up the amazing work! Lovely staff and..."
Travis Scott
"Great little cafe in Fairfield. Excellent coffee. Not super cheap, but good quality food and generous serving sizes.The thing that really stands..."
George William
"This place is great if you have kids. Lots of seating inside and outside. The courtyard out the back is under cover has kid's tables and a huge box..."
Moon Boots
"Dish ordered: Bean Counter Benedict It is a nice quiet cafe in the neighborhood. It is much quieter than those in the city, so good..."
Michelle Wong
"Wonderful little local cafe. Very conveniently located right at Fairfield station. Serves beautiful creamy coffee and a good range of food. Nice..."
Two Sheds
"Food took a little while to come out and service was standard. Coffee was perfect. I got the zucchini fritters which were nice but would not order..."
BrunchQueen
"Every time I come in here everyone is so happy and friendly! Bean Counter has the best fritters, and always poach the eggs perfectly. I also don't..."
Anna
"Had a beautiful brekky here. Smashed Avo and zucchini fritters. And the milkshakes are to die for. Lovely staff and great service! Highly recommend..."
Lauren Meikle
"Bean Counter is the perfect combination of great food, coffee, service and location. The cafe is family friendly, dog friendly - well actually Bean..."
Time
"This is easily my favorite cafe in the area! The homely feel of the decor is welcoming and calming and the staff are always friendly. (The courtyard..."
Foodie
"with a convenient corner block located directly across the road from fairfield train station, and a cafe that is both kid, bike and dog friendly…..."
Inlovewithbrunch
"Convenient location right opposite the train station. Service is cheerful and welcoming. I ordered the green tea latte and unfortunately it was way..."
Kimmy_desu
"This was my first visit to Bean Counter with a Groupon deal, and I have to say they had a pretty tasty breakfast menu (although not as tasty as the..."
Holly Taylor
"This was my second visit to Bean Counter Cafe; my first well over two years ago. The cafe is situated in a quiet, leafy street opposite Fairfield..."
Foodiemelbourne
"Good staff and good location. The food is tasty and beautiful. Especially for the waffle:) it is soooo beautifully and just like a spring! The..."
Shujun Huang
"Great Sunday brunch with friends, we started with a glass of Proseco. Plenty of options on the menu ,Omelette customised to your taste and if your..."
Nick The Greek
"That Wednesday lunch was catch-up for me, baby girl and bestie, once again in Fairfield. I had wanted to go there because of the kid-friendly tags..."
Smikg Needs Coffee
"Really enjoyed breakfast here. Service was quick, fresh orange juice was perfect and loved the corn fritters! Nice seating located inside and..."
BB King
"Recently discovered this fantastic cafe, service always excellent, french toast by far the best I've had anywhere in Melb, attentive wait staff. The..."
Diner
"Used to be great - not so much anymore. I used to go to Bean Counter every one to two weeks for a weekend breakfast and it was also the go to spot...."
Beau James
"A local favorite. We've been going to Bean Counter for breakfast and lunch since we moved to Fairfield 6 months ago. Every time we dine here the food..."
Melinda Webb
"Good coffee and courtyard. This café has great outdoor seating on a quiet curb, and also a homely courtyard. Good coffee, though quite pricey. I was..."
Muesliforlife
"Great Service on a busy day. Very busy day at Bean Counter today. Was told by friends to come try it and I was not disappointed. The service was..."
Mkalistis
"Vegetarian All Day Breakfast. Feb 3, 2015 UPDATE TO PREVIOUS REVIEW: Love the new breakfast menu! The big veggie breakfast is just glorious. Two..."
PrincessYoko
"Solid yes, memorable no. My first visit was a lot better than my last. Recently ordered smashed avacado and feta on sourdough and it may as well have..."
Steven
"Just lovely. I love this cafe - the coffee is fantastic, the food is delicious and everything feels cosy. It's best to go on a sunny day and sit..."
Amy
"Beautiful cafe in Fairfield :-). Hi,I'm not local but I've had lunch here and I must say I totally agree with Chrissy, the staff is always..."
Diego A
"The tall blonde and the blue haired birds in there do a great coffee and if there not making it I wouldn't bother having one there. Id just go to the..."
Bobby Delish
"Staff very friendly and extremely helpful. Poached eggs on sourdough toast was really tasty, they gave us 2 slices, 1 white & 1 multigrain slice. I..."
Jackie
"Great little place..."
Kelso77
"Salami foccacias to die for! Soft inside crunchy outside crisp rocket creamy goats cheese top notch salami - great coffee makes this a brunch for..."
Quicksmart
"Coffee excellent and eggs beggs cooked perfectly. Service was great and a beautiful day to sit..."
Paul
"Bit over priced. This place is Ok there is not much to make it stand out. The food is ok the coffee ok and service ok.The price is not Ok I went..."
Mel Joan
"Favourite local. Great coffee, yummy food and friendly staff! The mushroom patty toastie is my..."
Bels
"Very nice food and coffee, would go back..."
Joshua Tsiglis
"Great for kids. Bean counter is my regular for baby cinos (in non breakable silicone cups that look ceramic) and toys in the back courtyard with full..."
Fraser.trisna
"Sensational food and service. I am a huge coffee snob & I love the coffee here. Really family friendly. You really do get what you pay for! I love..."
Siobhan Cornelissen
"A gorgeous old fashioned shop front selling great..."
Mary
"Awesome coffee. Great team working there and super outside seating &..."
ImbibedAdventure
"Got down to grab a coffee at fairfield, but couldnt resist to have lunch which was fabulously made and tastier than any of the cafes down the road...."
Vick
"Staff is the best!..."
Geri
"Best food & service. Best cafe experience ever. The food is great quality and the staff always friendly and helpful. We love it and go as often as we..."
Dacey2802
"Lovely and local. Great food, great staff, great..."
Jay
"Breakfast. I live in the area and walk to the cafe whenever I meet up with friends. Last time I was there I had poached eggs Benedict with..."
Stefanie
"I go there very often as I find the food beautiful and a nice big serve!! Coffee is spectacular and staff are very friendly.. Good prices.. What more..."
Whitney
"Bean counter is a great cafe with lovely ambiance, great vibe, friendly staff, beautiful coffee and delicious food! Will be back definitely that's..."
Christine Dacey
"Great..."
Happy
"Kings Breakfast - amazing! Sensational coffee, super friendly but not superficial staff, all round awesome..."
Catherine Byrnes
"Service varies. The coffee is quite good most of the time although if you have it take-away I've notice 1 out of 2 times the lid will not fit on the..."
Karen M
"Love it. I've been going to Bean Counter for my daily coffee since I moved into the Fairfield area 3 years ago. Given how many coffees I've had..."
Caffeineaddict
"Great Coffee. Bean (joke) going regularly every Saturday / Sunday now since November 2011. Haven't eaten there yet but found the coffee to be..."
Daniel
"Coffee was very good. Service was warm and attentive. Food was a letdown. Had the big breakfast and satay prawns. Flavors were bland, presentation..."
Grace Kwon
"Love the courtyard. Only been once, but friendly staff, lovely courtyard for families, and food was fine (nothing spectacular, but nothing wrong with..."
Gilgamesh
"Good vibe except for Lycra!. Been going here regularly since it opened a few years back. A great place to sit, and generally a really good..."
HungrySpice
"Love the space outside for kids. Inside great with no kids or kids in high chairs. Coffee wonderful! Muffins & food divine! (although they need to..."
Jay
"Quaint but distinguished. Going around every week for a decent coffee and always being disappointed and coming across this quaint little..."
Massimo
"Awesome weekend breakfast. After living in Fairfield for over a year and a half, I feel I should go to the Bean Counter more often. The service is..."
Daniel Heim
"Great find. Great, relaxed and friendly service, good food, and the coffee was delicious. The biggest large skinny latte served in a 'alice in..."
Ambra
"Amazing coffee, and fast!!!!. I poped into this cute little cafe on my way to the station and was amazed at the speed and quality of the coffee. The..."
Jessica
"Cute place, great coffee. Service could be more attentive and food more consistent, but have enjoyed quite a few..."
Pinasmenos
"It’s been a while since I was last here , but can honestly say l had a great breakfast. Th Court yard was a good place to be , for those concerned..."
David Cigognini
"so... went to the Fairfield park and getting home, feeling thirsty and getting mango smoothie from here, what a lovely place. they were busy on..."
Lee Yu Xuan
"Nothing more enjoyable then each time you visit, it's as good as the last visit. Coffee is always on point and the BLT is just perfect. Thanks..."
Tamara Ford
"I just called in for a cappuccino, while keeping an eye on the train situation at Fairfield..."
Ian Argent
Mr Wednesday
89/100 (764 ratings)
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"Amazing food and coffee is what you can expect, incredible staff felt verry taken care of can not recommend this hidden gem enough..."
Luke Luice
"The breakfast burger (vego with no bacon) was epic! Love the smoothies too, but the paper straws are a bit painful if you don't finish it in record..."
Chell Butler
"I like to think that the test of a good cafe is in the simple things. A black coffee eggs and bacon and in this Mr Wednesday shone for me. Unlike 90%..."
Gerrard Warburton
"I love this place! Fave cafe! Great food, awesome customer service and beautiful..."
Jessica Jcbs
"Love this place, my fave local, great coffee, friendly people and even my dog loves it..."
Emma Jane Golding Martin
"Great service, food and price, and genuine staff who go above and..."
Brigid Sundborn
"Coffee tip top, Jamaican jerk chicken burger and pulled pork burger amazing. Plantain chips very very good. Awesome decor, Will be..."
Tom Jecks
"My local! Great food for a great price, fantastic service with friendly staff! Never made to feel like I need to hurry up, type of place you can..."
Fiona Herbu
"BEST food, service and coffee! My husband and I were so impressed by the service and at how the staff were calm and delivered exceptional customer..."
Rushie Slater
"Great breakfast menu and coffee, will defs keep coming..."
Richard Milkins
"Food was delicious and the best blend coffee I have ever had..."
Louise Penson
"Amazing tasty food at this funky cafe. Only negative is they do not have high chairs for toddlers but overall an awesome..."
Behzad Kateli
"We love Mr Wednesday. Fantastic coffee, food and..."
Kerry Haines
"Not sure I should be spreading the secret, but this place is sensational. Goes toe-to-toe with any Melbourne..."
Russ Smelter
"Busy cafe on a weekend. Decent coffee, and food.Service is excellent, and relatively attentive. Would revisit if in the..."
John M
"Done this 3 times now. Good coffee, well prepared breakfasts and friendly service. They do eggs very well. Avo eggs, scrambled and poached all tried..."
Nick
"Great cafe out in the suburbs. The staff are all super friendly & it's often packed at brunch/lunchtime.The sweets in the cabinet all look..."
Kathleen Doherty
"A great local spot. Have had the smash which was excellent and the baked eggs which were very, very tasty. Coffee is consistent and service is..."
Elizabeth Royce
"Absolutely some of the best brunch food I've had in the area. High quality ingredients, cooked in a way that brings out their natural flavour. Coffee..."
Emily Hatton
"Mr Wednesday3.7Just a quick coffee and snack today. Nice rustic retro space here. Exposed brick, timber, even some copper forms..."
Two Sheds
"I’ve been house hunting of late, which has given me a great excuse to try a few new cafes that could become my new local. After scouting around..."
State Of Steph
"Lovely, cosy and charming cafe with a rustic interior found in a sleepy part of Fairfield. We think it may be because of the adjacent rail works but..."
Potatowaffles
"With the aid of google maps we found Mr Wednesday on a sunny March Wednesday (hump day 😁) and we were very pleased we did! There was a lot of..."
Carol Sheldon
"Interesting brunch menu and a great restaurant design to match.Reliably good cafe for meeting up with friends in a creative..."
DaniB @eatmystreet.net
"I am a local and a supporter of this cafe.  The owner and staff put a lot of effort and care in banging out good food, coffee and service. They..."
Lifecycle
"Quirky and cool place with great food. Different to anywhere else I've been to. The staff were super friendly and helpful in recommending specials..."
Rebecca Fakhri
"This place is small and can feel a bit crowded. But that's my only criticism. Everything else is fine. Good service. Good coffee. I especially liked..."
Jamie
"Not perfect, but very quirky (in a good way). The restaurant itself was a bit small and crowded, but the Food was excellent, as was the coffee...."
Drew Ball
"Great value. Quality service. So full, and quick to plate. Had the big breakfast. Hot chocolate was deconstructed; needed a bit more chocolate I..."
Conza
"Love the coffee here and love the service, always friendly. Around the corner from my place so had a heap of coffee's from here and they've been..."
Juicepuppy
"Some friends and I had lunch here yesterday. Cute little spot with really friendly and attentive staff. I ordered the corn and ricotta fritters and..."
Bethany
"Love, love, love this place! The fritters are by far the best I've had anywhere else in Melbourne! Coffee excellent and wait staff lovely. Can easily..."
Elle
"Best coffee in fairfield by far! Never usually order more than one coffee at a cafe, but it was so good I couldn't resist. The fritters and vegie..."
Lara Burke
"Consistently great breakfast dishes.Eggs always cooked well.Staff are always friendly.I would ditch the bar stools, so..."
FoodieFab
"It's Thursday and it's raining ..... but it can be Wednesday everyday as far as I'm concern.After you find this very quaint place next to..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"After a long Sunday run where my sister sacrificed four hours of her morning to help me I thought the least I could do is take her to brunch. She..."
Beau James
"Not your typical sleepy suburban café, this place has heart. Thoughtful, modern and tasty menu items await, and be warned there may be a bit of a..."
Meeateor
"Reeeeaaally good coffee. And food is excellent, not just the standard cafe menu, either. Service is always friendly and warm. Very lucky to be super..."
Mez Crookes
"Mr Wednesday is fantastic.Sneaky location (but not really so sneaky anymore), very friendly service, a wide range of food options on the..."
Hamish
"Lots of wonderful choices on the menu that we have slowly been making our way though. Stunning interior (seriously, check out the cool bathroom) and..."
Carla De Rosayro
"My girlfriend recommended we go to Mr Wednesday for brunch one seedy Sunday. She said it’s the kind of place you wouldn’t know about unless..."
Jessie1079
"The fit out of this place is awesome. Someone dropped some cash into it and the outcome is really cool. The fruit smoothies were tasty. Had the..."
ThePrestonProwler
"This cafe was featured in Urbanlist brunch places in Melbourne. A small local place in the burbs. Simple menu with good coffee. There was no wait..."
Hungry Caterpillar
"Put simply, this place is sublime. Tucked away off the main street in Fairfield is this gem of a cafe.Firstly the coffee was magnificent. I..."
Crispymelbreview
"This cafe is the epitome of a hidden gem!Sitting amongst a row of unassuming stores across from a rail line, it was hard to believe we were at..."
Jackie Pipe
"Great food, great service, great atmosphere.We were left blissfully satisfied after experiencing a hearty and warming Breakfast Burrito and..."
Josh
"Seriously good coffee. I have been here many times now and each time the coffee is consistently good…. The smashed avocado is my..."
TheCorporateMummy
"Best smashed avocado I've ever had! The atmosphere was great and the service was very quick despite the staff being so busy. Loved it! Can't wait to..."
Lucy Mackey
"Gorgeous little cafe with rich and delicious coffee and amazing food. ..."
Brandon Stafford
"Had lunch here on thursday and a coffee. Music was not my favourite but, the corn fritters were spot on, I added bacon for extra fun! Delish! Good..."
Samantha Griggs
"A god send for alphington/fairfield area! Amazing atmosphere and even better coffee and food! Small quaint place, but definitely worth the wait..."
Declan
"Beautiful dark wood and school room-style chairs, exposed brick walls, lighting with an industrial/pirate rope edge, and bright green ferns dangling..."
Jess Carey
"Yummy breakfast cool place great customer service. Had the veggie breakfast. Big serve. Great coffee. Definitely will be back anytime i am around the..."
Zhweishan
"I tried this place for the first time last week I got the big veggie breakyI loved it so muchIt was so good and had really good flavours..."
Lucy Luu
"Cute little cafe with exceptional food and coffee. We had the fried chicken, breakfast burrito and smashed avo for brunch and everything was..."
KC
"Fun, busy, and yum. Very busy cafe but staff were able to keep up with demand. Food was great, very colourful with new combined flavours I had never..."
Stephanie Rowland
"Great food and coffee. Recently rennovated. Must try dish is the breakfast burrito. Gets very busy at peak hours but amazing for a weekday lunch if..."
Lam K
"Awesome breakfast 👍🏽 great and quick service for a Saturday morning! coffee was really good, would recommend, however easier if you go in..."
Sialis
"Fantastic spot along the railway, a short walk from the Fairfield shops. Fantastic environment to have brunch, with great staff. Ordered the..."
Pooch
"Great food and friendly staff. However I was not a fan of their coffee. Wasn't to my taste. But everything else was nice. I so hope they improve the..."
Jelly
"Great food and coffee at affordable prices. Friendly staff and excellent service. Would absolutely recommend for anyone living or passing through the..."
Nathan Farrell
"Went for coffee and a burger the other day and loved it! The coffee was great and the burger was awesome! Great atmosphere and the staff were very..."
Stefan Zervides
"Amazing coffee! Barista knows what he's doing 👌🏼Date and banana smoothie really good. Friendly staff. We will definitely be back!!..."
Ashley Barnett
"Great new addition to Fairfield, very good coffee and friendly staff. Plenty to choose from on the menu and extremely busy. Go on down and try it ,..."
Nick The Greek
"Vege breaky! Compliments to the chef. Utilising a wide range of uncommon ingredients and transforming them into a vegetarian platter of..."
Loizos
"Came here on a Tuesday for a lunch. Tucked away in a small little nook of shops along the railway line. Ample street parking. Surprisingly very busy..."
Michy
"Awesome cafe. Great coffee and service and creative little menu along the hipster and whole foods line. Such delicious burgers, smoothies and..."
Lynsay Cooperwaite
"Beautiful decor, amazing vibe, warm and friendly staff, delicious food. Only been open two weeks but already ridiculously busy, definitely a great..."
Saige Collins
"Really cool decor and vibe. Great friendly service. Excellent food and coffee! Heaps of tasty breakfast options with fresh ingredients - would highly..."
Bridget Draper
"Wow! Just wow! Great vibe, intriguing decor, amazing food and a cute friendly owner to top it off ;) Who said the man bun was a bad look?! Not..."
Derek Vineyard
"Best cafe in the area for sure! Amazing fit out and amazing staff. Not to mention that I wanted to order everything off the menu!!! Seriously good..."
Sam Kirkpatrick
"Amazing food! Had the big breakie and found it was such good quality produce! Can't wait to try the Jamaican burger next time. For a place that just..."
Jackson G
"Amazing food!!!! Thank you 🙏 great friendly quick service and great coffee. A great little find. Will be..."
Tracy Warusevitane
"Really like this , cafe! I go by a few mornings a week usually for take away. Great coffee and yummy food too! I am always tempted on the pastries!..."
Sarah Downing
"Great service, delicious food and a varied menu. I had the fritter stack which was *chefs kiss*. It was reasonably priced, most seemed to be between..."
Maria Karallis
"Good coffee, do prefer plan old tomato sauce on my bacon and egg, sometimes fancy (relish) doesn't work. Just my personal..."
shayne svenson
Sellino's Deli Cafe & Pizzeria
88/100 (292 ratings)
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"Everytime I I eat your pizza it takes me back to my younger days when pizza was pizza your pizza is 5 out of 5 best in the west nicest in the north..."
Margaret Haj
"Food coffee friendly service best place place to go where you can relax and enjoy a great time out for breakfast lunch and dinner..."
Lorraine Brooks
"Love everything about Sellino's...the food is delicious & the staff is amazing!! I would highly recommend Sellino's..."
Vicki Sdrolias
"This is a hidden gem. I love your pizzas and cupcakes. Everything is so fresh. This place is always welcoming with their friendly service. Thank you..."
Kim Chi Chung
"Exceptional food and friendly service! try the Sellinos with chicken pasta, its the..."
Kenny Cao
"A family run business with delicious food, clean kitchen, generous portions with affordable prices. Best of all, the service is outstanding!..."
Olivia K Opa
"Best pizzeria I've ever been to. Staff are so friendly. The quality of the food is above all. The pizza's are so fresh. The deli meat is the freshest..."
Romana Bosa
"Best pasta atmosphere is great beautiful and funny family xxxxxbestest cupcakes u will eva..."
Kellie McConnell
"You are made to feel so welcome by the beautiful owners and staff. The food is so delicious. Will be going back again for..."
Linda Purse
"serietà gentilezza e simpatia al vostro servizio..."
Pino Borsellino
"I'm not sure what we love the most.... Your awesome pizza, pasta, bread and deli or the amazing people who serve us! We love you guys!! Thanks..."
Paul Matos
"Took home some pizzas today and it's the first I me my son who is almost seven has eaten all of his pizza. He said this is the best pizza ever, and I..."
Mark Anthony Wright
"The owners are beautiful people who serve BEAUTIFUL food, my partner and I have been coming here for a while and everything we’ve bought from there..."
Lanaasharef
"A place that really puts their customers first. Service is very friendly here, and you can tell they really care about their customers. I..."
Eat Eat Eat
"Tried their pasta and cupcakes here. It was actually pretty good! The cupcake was tasty and the frosting wasn’t overly sweet! The ratio was..."
HANGRYHUNGRY
"This place is what Western Sydney is about. Wholesome, rustic hearty food with a great price.The pizza's, the sandwiches, the cupcakes and..."
Patrick.young2165
"These sorts of homely, warm and friendly places are few and far between.You will always feel welcomed by the entire family.The food and..."
Shant Mejloumian
"Great staff & food! I love visiting this cafe...I'm never disappointed. Best pizza I've ever had. 5 star food & service. I highly recommend..."
Belinda Cham
"I love this place! Friendly and happy environment! Ask for a mocha there from Joe he makes the best ones 😄. Also grab a pizza there too, I was..."
Quyen Chung
"Sellinos Deli Cafe sell the best Cupcakes and best Pasta & Pizza's in Sydney the Staff at Sellinos are like family they are lovely people they are..."
Kristy Mobbs
"Got bored of eating pasta for a while until I tried pasta at Sellinos... best thing ever! 😍 I have it every time now. Staff are so friendly too,..."
Lanahaj2412
"Great customer service! Great presentation! and overall Fantastic food! Pizza is to good to resist. My favorite the mexicana with extra chilli...."
Nicolas Giuseppe Atria
"This cafe is one of a kind it's a family business. Their staff are very friendly, treat you like family. I love coming to this cafe even though I..."
Giuseppe Anthony Borsellino
Stathmos 109
85/100 (65 ratings)
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"Stathmos 109 is a nice, casual style cafe with a friendly atmosphere. I had the greek breakfast (scrambled eggs with feta on sourdough) and it was..."
Zest_of_life
"Nice cafe. Plain set out and furniture. The coffee is good. Had coffee here for well over an hour with others. No issue from the staff and..."
Two Sheds
"A coffee a day makes my Day..............Best coffee in .....Fairfield. The brista guy is a perfectionist in coffee. Keep it up..."
Sunny
"Tasty saviour. Good consistent coffee that got.me.through Christmas and Boxing Day. Pleasant..."
Ivan
"Best Coffee in Station St. This cafe is simple, well priced and consistently good. The coffee is great and is the place of choice for people in the..."
Sam Gold
"BEST COFFEE IN STATION STREET!. Steve, the owner, makes the best coffee in Station Street.The cakes are great.Stathmos has a personal feel..."
Peterhunt
"Great service, great coffee, great people. So what if this isn't the hippest cafe in town? I love Stathmos 109. The decor is hardly trendy, the food..."
T.pitt
"Popped in this morning for a simple Takeaway Coffee & HCT Toasty, both were fantastic, Coffee was strong, my sugar well stirred in (thankyou!) and..."
Luke Evans
"Best brekkie and coffee I've ever had steve and his son johnny best people you could meet thank you for your services me and my kid's will defiantly ..."
Theo Karabagias
"The best mocha and hot chocolate I've ever had is made here..."
Rebecca
"Love Stathmos. Very friendly service. Nice coffee and..."
Two Sheds
"Best coffee in Fairfiled. Delicious food..always fresh. And the staff are..."
Alex K
"Quick service, and polite,great selection of Greek Sweet's and..."
Ray Camenzuli
C. H. James
84/100 (600 ratings)
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"After moving to Melbourne about 2 months ago, I’ve found myself returning to CH James over and over again. At first, I would have liked to say it..."
Sam Jackson
"Deliciously creative food & full of goodness, friendly staff with endless smiles, pleasant indoor & outdoor environment with the yummiest tasting &..."
Stella Papas
"Had a great meal in their lovely courtyard. The waffles & caramelised bananas were..."
Sopju
"Fast & friendly service and the food looks & tastes amazing, and is reasonably..."
Matt
"Been to Fairfield lately? If not, then you wouldn’t know about this café steeped in the area’s history.C H James is named after..."
Tess Presso
"My favourite part of this cafe.. is the beautiful outdoor area on sunny days!! Oh- the food was pretty delicious too! The Buddha bowl was..."
Marina Senek
"Today I had lunch at C.H. James. I chose the spiced maple granola with a yoghurt pannacotta. I really wanted to try this dish because I couldn’t..."
Caroline Beaney
"This is my local cafe that i frequent every week and i still get excited for my soy late and granola bowl. The guys are so lovely!! Great..."
Kat
"I'm not vegan. But the vegan bowl is so good that I can back the following weekend for it... and I didn't add a size of chorizo the second time..."
Ghill De Rozario
"Great coffee, great food, and great service. Everything I’ve tried from the breakfast menu has been great. I would also highly recommend the cheese..."
Boonie
"This place has the best smashed avo for breakfast Coffee is also goodMuffins and sweets are goodI like the outdoor sitting area..."
G
"Absolutely delicious food! Staff are lovely and coffee tasted great. Suitable courtyard for dogs too with water bowls ☺️🐶. Highly..."
Jalena
"Mother’s Day is usually chaotic for most cafes... but our impromptu visit to CH James was met with lovely service and backed up with a special..."
Angela De Francesco
"The chocolate brownie was luxurious and large, wow it was really good. The coffee decent but not quite in the same league. The service was a bit..."
Matt
"Have done this place quite a few times now. Excellent service and quality food. Breakfast is their specialty however this is not to take away from..."
Nick
"Winter brunch menus in Melbourne are either filled with hearty comfort or colourful dishes to make up for A. the cold and B. the gloominess. Case and..."
Theycallmemaggie
"CH James cafe has been opened since 2014, and the name pays homage to Charles Henry James who was a businessman active around the 1870s and 1880s. He..."
Ta.be.tabi
"CH James is a cosy neighbourhood that cafe that dishes up some brilliant dishes, not only in presentation but most importantly, in taste as well. The..."
Penguineats
"Loved this place!! Lots of flavor in my smashed avo and my friend (who got the pancakes) said they were delicious - but not the best she has ever..."
Rebecca Fakhri
"Visited C.H James mid morning on a Sunday. We sat indoors rather than out as it was a bit on the cooler side.We ordered both our food and..."
Steph
"The menu features Modern Australian items that please with fresh, innovative and great quality products courtesy of Head chef Tallon who has an..."
Gastrology
"We ordered smashed avocado with panko egg and a side of cured salmon. This was a hit. The panko egg (poached egg coated in breadcrumbs and fried) was..."
Eat And Be Merry Crew
"CH James is a beautiful and elegant café right along the busy shopping street of Fairfield. The eatery is super cosy inside with a spacious and..."
FOOD TRIP
"C. H James is a very modern coffee / wine bar located on Station Street Fairfield that serves excellent coffee in a refined setting. The contemporary..."
Brew Hunter
"This place caught my eye because of the setting of the cafe. It had pretty glass doors with an outdoor area which had a very modern feel. Customer..."
Anj
"Amazing breakfast excellent coffee & dog friendly courtyard and amazing staff the menu has been recently changed worth trying the burgers as well,..."
Con Loizou
"Been there a few times and never got disappointed! Great coffee, friendly and approachable staff, beautiful outdoor area full of 🌿! Menu could..."
Zomatoaddict
"I had a very enjoyable brunch with a friend at CH James. We sat outside in the courtyard area (beautiful when the weather is nice!) Our waitress was..."
AJ
"Brillant service and fantastic quality. The staff are friendly from the momemt I walk in the door. I struggled to find a local coffee shop i liked..."
Bryce Hogan
"CH James or Charles Henry James was a budding philanthropist of the Northern suburbs. Well known in the north for his business flair, legend says..."
Hungrycookie
"The smashed avo and panko egg breakfast is delicious! This place has a courtyard, if the weather is nice it is great to sit in the sun. We will be..."
Katekavourakis
"Chose to have brunch here on a Saturday as we wanted to make the most of the beautiful sunny day.Sat out in the courtyard on a table half in shade..."
Tessie
"This spot has really grown on me. Have popped in a number of times since it started and although to begin with it was ok it wasn't really as good as..."
Enjoy It
"New place to go to in Northcote / Fairfield ex chef from Estelle Bistro and he is doing an amazing job , I have had a lot of Breakfasts and lunches..."
Zed
"I've eaten here a few times when visiting Melbourne. Last time was about 2 months ago, so I'm sure some menu items have changed. The porridge was a..."
Julie Miller
"Come here regularly with friends  for brunch and love the service and atmosphere. Really enjoyed the pea fritters which are new on the menu...."
Carla Guiliano
"I really want to love this place, and want to have it as my regular go to, but it doesn't tick all the boxes just yet. We stopped in for..."
Patrick Smith
"Great food, great service. Everything ordered was made exactly as requested. Wait staff were chirpy & attentive. The coffee & meals were delivered to..."
BL
"A friend recommended we come tonight for the Burgers & Beer at C H James. We didn't book but were promptly seated outside by the open fire they have..."
Ilikebeer
"Great coffee, service and a menu filled with so many tempting choices. One of the best smashed avocado dishes I have had. Will definitely be..."
Roko
"Is it OK to do a second review for a place? Well I'm sure it is if it's relevant. I found myself back at CH James' for the new lunch menu..."
Facebook User
"Gorgeous cafe with a great atmosphere. Ordered the spiced rice porridge and it was amazing - beautifully presented and tasted so good. Very light but..."
Emily
"Delicious breakfast, the waitress managed to sell the special to all 3 of us dining. No regrets. Amazing service and very friendly staff. Good..."
Carli Keogh
"What a great place. My wife and I were encouraged to try CH James by a friend who works in the area and was a regular there. She told us it had..."
Reality Bites
"YUM! The menu displayed above is out of date and I hear there's a new chef in town! The new menu has a wide variety of options for both breakfast,..."
Mish2201
"Well there's been a few negative reviews for this place and I admit I've only been there infrequently over the last two years and really wasn't moved..."
Rob Stark
"Visited twice for coffee and light meal. Service is excellent and the flavour of coffee has beautiful texture and mild to strong. I will come back to..."
Leena
"Great customer service, every time. Happy, attentive and genuine staff. Good quality food and fantastic coffee. Love the outdoor court yard, perfect..."
Allie
"Good quality cafe in the heart of station street shops. Probably the best outdoor eating area in station street. The coffee is good and food..."
Lam K
"Was taken to c.h by a friend and was really impressed by the fast service and cute outdoor area. The coffee was delicious and the chocolate pancakes..."
Natalie Wynn
"We went here for a Sunday brunch recently and a lovely experience. The atmosphere was relaxed, the food wonderful, and the staff friendly. I had the..."
Jake Pedley
"Went to a function here in the upstairs area. The area itself is long and large but strangely soulless with no flow through ventilation. The..."
Two Sheds
"Dined on a Sunday morning about 11:00 am.  Sat in the lovely courtyard, the service was prompt and I ordered the vegie breakfast as well as our..."
Havachatkiwi
"Well well, I was walking down Station Street in Fairfield the other day to find my local coffee stop C.H James has changed there menu for this..."
Daniel Rogers
"I came in this morning for some breakfast and coffee. The service was great and they were quick to make a great coffee. I had the Only if your hungry..."
Daniel Dannock
"Fantastic service, everyone is welcoming and friendly. They used to have this potato leek tart with roast potatoes and salad which was out of this..."
PotatoLover
"Great atmosphere to catch up with friends for a coffee or two in the courtyard, tasty meals and wonderful service. Will definitely be coming..."
Mel Clark
"CH James is lovely cafe with a great vibe. The courtyard is fantastic and all the staff very friendly. The coffee was top notch as well, all in all a..."
Lucille Kelly
"Miserable weather but nice lunch and great coffee! Very open space with great decor and loved the music playing. Too bad we didn't get a chance to..."
Mark Jayson
"It was my first time to C H James a few weeks ago and defiantly wont be my last! From the moment you step into this stylish and sleek café there..."
Jessica Mom
"Had the delicious French Toast today and it was perfectly balanced between sweet and savoury along with thick cut bacon that was crispy ...can't wait..."
Melanie Shaw
"CH James is a cafe and restaurant in Fairfield’s main shopping strip Station Street and it’s aiming to be a neighbourhood hub for Fairfield..."
TOT: HOT OR NOT
"I love this place, I generally visit on weekends to study in the sun near the window, the staff are nice and don't mind me sticking around a bit too..."
Chris.krambias
"Came to CH with the girls for lunch today and pleasantly surprised by the delicious offerings . Feeling healthy so I opted for a grain salad Fresh..."
Ella Jacobs
"Caught up with friends today at CH James. What a great space.Breakfast was fantastic, catered for all  dietary needs in our group. I enjoyed the all..."
Thomas Devana
"It's friendly, familiar...We are now booking our second function since opening. The combination of indoor/ outdoor spaces, service and menu choices..."
Nick Walker
"Great atmosphere and coffee. Really good coffee! Only negative is the slow..."
MarkM77
"French toast and latte. What a perfect combination. I just enjoyed at CH James and it is a must every saturday morning...."
Foodie76
"Have been going to C.H. James regularly since it opened, and have never left disappointed! Great staff, great food, and great vibe. 10/10 from me!..."
CassG
"Love this place! Great coffee, great service and love the outdoor area. Definitely going back there again..."
Madeline Acosta
"Mobile review. Great little cafe with an awesome atmosphere and friendly staff. Definitely rate the thick cut bacon with poached..."
G.hoven
"Delicious!. Such good food! My friend got the gnocchi, I got the chicken. It was such good, fast service. All the staff were really friendly. And the..."
KLM
"Sophisticated lunch. I had the 'tartine' of the week -goats curd, fig and prosciutto. Delicious and just the right portion size. Lovely salad and..."
Louise Draper
"Lovely ocean trout. Stopped by for the first time today. I generally don't go down to Station Street as I don't find the food options as exciting as..."
Bugalugs Eats Again
"Great Venue, Excellent Service, Incredible Food and Coffee. Living around the corner from CH James has meant a great new local cafe where you can..."
Campbell Warburton-Hughes
"Loved it! Great food, coffee and friendly staff. We attended for Friday night drinks and the food was delicious and atmosphere was very..."
AC
"Great new option in Station Street !! Very good coffee , the menu is still in the early stages of being developed and needs some work. Try it..."
Nick The Greek
"This new addition to the hyper competitive Station St cafe scene has everything ... Great location and ambience topped by good coffee and a menu that..."
Cal
"Great lunch spot. Fresh and well priced. The courtyard is..."
Claire W-d
"Loved the breakfast great..."
Mr C
"LOVED IT. Great little cafe' in Fairfield. They have a great out door setting which is perfect to enjoy a coffee in good weather. Staff were very..."
Pras Jeya
"Awesome all round. Fabulous coffee, awesome atmosphere and very friendly and helpful wait staff. The Ricotta & Smoked Trout with scrambled eggs,..."
Ainsa
"Latest brunch sensation in fairfield. Visited this buzzing café for brunch last weekend. The waiter who served us was friendly and knowledgeable. We..."
Steven
"Delicious. Stopped by on the weekend with a craving for bacon and eggs. If like me you're in the mood for this classic breakfast, CH James do it..."
Costa.nakis
"Amazing food and atmosphere. Loved the spiced sausage must trywill be back again and..."
Dylanm8
"January 22, 2015 It’s no secret that the Thornbury/Fairfield/Preston area is becoming more like Fitzroy/Northcote/Brunswick – in terms of its..."
The Plus Ones
"We all needed some girl time and a delicious feed, so the ladies and I decided to lunch at CH James in Fairfield – it’s a still relatively newish..."
Jess Carey
"CH James Fairfield is a cafe that’s recently opened up in this not quite inner not quite full-on suburban part of Melbourne. As property prices..."
The City Lane
"The menu is designed by French born Frank Verschaeve (ex Pope Joan) who brings his fine dinning experience to the cafe domain. Verschaeve provides..."
Brunch Addict
"CH James, a trio of festive spaces, has launched in Station Street Fairfield. Locals are keen to experience the modern menu and character of the..."
The World Loves Melbourne
"Fresh food, great service and buzzing atmosphere. This café misses out on the ‘wow’ factor and with competition what it is these days, it falls..."
Andrew Hondromatidis
"Super friendly staff that are always smiling. The owner treats everyone like a local and the menu has some great items, classics as well as dishes..."
Elia Lanza
"Well run cafe. Ok for a coffee or orange juice and the food is good. They have an interesting pulled pork sausage eggs Benedict. It comes with..."
Wineboyo
"OMG fantastic food (chili jam eggs with Goats Curd and fresh herbs in a beautiful little church courtyard. Gotta love..."
Richard Howe
"Best Smashed Avocado I've had the pleasure of eating in Melbourne. Beautiful indoor/outdoor setting with good level of service, friendly staff and a..."
Hamish Brettingham-Moore
"Corporate dinner for about 40 people upstairs, brilliant dishes and perfect service. Theo the boss/ manager was so helpful and staff members were all..."
June Lau
"After searching every cafe in my 5km radius I finally found the one with the best coffee! And they are taking KeepCups. Win - Win. Life is good again..."
Zoe Heath
Fifteen Pounds Cafe
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"OK, we need to talk! I've been a local in Fairfield for the past 11 months, and I can safely say that 15 Pounds is the best cafe in town. Coffee is..."
Josh G Amargulies
"Beautiful people , great coffee ,excellent service , the food is absolutely amazing . And why would you want to alter the menu it all works so well..."
Gaylene Cox
"Absolutely delicious food and a perfect cup of coffee. Had the Fifteen Bennie and a mocha. Food looked like a work of art and tasted even better...."
Bizarre Bahar
"Always love the coffee, meals and staff at 15 pounds. And this morning the very kind barista made my day by making me a speedy takeaway coffee so I..."
Shaza Sandra
"Beautiful food, impeccable and friendly service, great coffee. Always make a point to come here whenever I come to..."
Soraya Souames
"Great options. Amazing food, staff are awesome � coffee is spot on..."
James Demos
"Best cafe in Melbourne hands down! Reasonably priced, perfect service and fantastic food..."
Kiara Bocchi
"Wow came here on the second night of opening and returned again so glad I have This place has really hit its straps From the service to the food..."
Michael Skoullos
"10/10 Highly recommend the food and coffee. The Hash Stacks are..."
Wendy Crumpton
"Excellent people and food! The tropical bowl is particularly..."
Vanessa Vandonkelaar
"The trout is amazing! Really healthy and tasty as. It is a must..."
Adam Jackson
"Amazing staff, and great food. My regular Sunday morning..."
Aaron Dri
"It's the truth that good coffee is never far away anywhere in Melbourne, and hubby and I have been enjoying our monthly brunch dates trying out..."
Expat Gourmand
"Brunch and lunch is a regular family event and after some googling this morning I chose this place on the reviews. The first time I came it wasn't..."
The Wandering Reviewer
"Absolutely delicious! 😍 After seeing some great reviews and this cafe being local to us, we decided to give it a visit for brunch...."
Melbourne Madness
"I order the Wagyu Beef Burger with lettuce, tomato, caramelised onion, red capsicum and melted cheese all on a brioche bun. Hail Mary full of grace..."
Breakfast_Adventurers
"Great atmosphere, friendly staff and you can get a table if you go at 10am on a Saturday!! Wide variety on the menu, quick service and you can split..."
IsFoodIsGood
"Absolutely one of my favourite places in Fairfield. The food is very tasty and fresh and they have delicious fruit juices and yummy desert...."
Mary-mia Ioculano
"I ordered the apple waffles and came out with a nut crumble. This wasnt noted on the menu and I alerted the waitress. My meal was replaced and the..."
Chantelle McDonald
"Decent quality and consistent food. The beef short rib burger here is good and the coffee always hits the spot. Only area suffering is service as the..."
Happyley
"The best breakfast cafe mushrooms you will ever have are those lovingly made at fifteen pounds. Do yourself a favour and order extra mushrooms!!! You..."
Bridget Radford
"Definitely our go-to brunch spot close to home. Heaps of competition in the Northcote/Thornbury area but we keep coming back. The coffee is so good..."
Jams Jam
"Fifteen pounds never stops amazing me with the menu that changes regularly and never fails to please. I love this place for breakfast. The atmosphere..."
Karl
"Placed along the Fairfield station train line, this cafe is in an ideal location.We visited on Sunday morning around 10am and were offered a..."
Steph
"Absolutely awesome experience here! The staff are very helpful and go above and beyond to satisfy and look after you.The food is really..."
Emzly
"Hidden in the side streets of Fairfield it’s places like Fifteen Pounds that make me love Melbourne. Great find.!! The simplicity that is their..."
Gdkf
"High quality local cafe, really good coffee, excellent beef burger. Chips were exceptional. Calamari special tacos didn’t quite come together..."
Foodie AC
"If you’re like me and are an Instagram foodie of any type get to Fifteen Pounds and add their beetroot porridge to your Insta feed. Firstly,..."
Emily
"Very friendly staff . Very helpful . We had Hash stack 2.0 Cuban bendict . Very tasty. The coffee was Campos coffee .. very good too ... one of..."
Sym
"What can I say Fifteen Pounds never fails and today was no exception. I am not normally a “sweet” breakfast person but today “figgy waffles”..."
Debbie Hill
"I’ve had a lot of Mexican themed breakfasts in Melbourne but this one takes the cake. The tortillas were delicious and the scramble was dreamy. Get..."
Jonty Thompson
"Started the day with the most sensational explosion of flavours and textures for breakfast. The Bircher Muesli at Fifteen Pounds combined fresh..."
Petrmalapanis
"Fifteen Pounds is the best cafe in Fairfield by far as their service, food and coffee is always above and beyond of that anywhere else! Today I tried..."
Esther Reidy
"The menu is an absolutely stellar line up of Melbourne cafe staples and incredible new offerings, it was so hard to decide! I went with the crispy..."
Annie Rakers
"Pleasant location close to shops and train station. Inviting, clean and modern interior without being overly swanky. Rear courtyard. GREAT menu..."
Zoe Holding
"I know that if I want a good wholesome breakfast/meal in general I can definitely find it here.No doubt the food is always on point and..."
Tesha Borin
"My dad is super fussy and didn’t believe he was a brunch kind of guy. He always chooses the venues which mostly consists of the same two places. He..."
Sophia
"My sweet potato and quinoa fritters which were amazing,and probably would have earnt this place at least a 4 rating or above,but had to notch it..."
AaronN
"Picked this place to have brunch with my girlfriend which was conveniently located next to train station. Serving Campos coffee beans which..."
Jianierrrrrr
"Just across the road from Fairfield station, cute little cafe with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Almost walked past it as it doesn’t have a..."
Don'tMessWithMyFood
"a cafe that you can regularly go to and not get tired of themenu. Very friendly staff that are attentive and food that you won’t forget. Would..."
Emily Anderson
"Fifteen Pounds | Northcote I went out for the cutest brunch with a girlfriend today! We visited Fifteen Pounds in Northcote and boy it was..."
Eat.Sleep.Review
"Delicious food. Good menu with perfect amount of variety. Set up was cute and calm with plenty of space. Our waitress was delightful! Will come back..."
Ruth Cathcart
"Cool pumping little place. Menu looked great and promised and in most part it delivered too. Matcha latte and turmeric lattes weren’t best examples..."
Stephen Raphael
"Im a regular here. the coffee is worthy of Melbourne.Average prices and a very adequate menu options to please the masses. It took a while for..."
Dina Kerr
"This place was super awesome! Loved their brekky board - really generous serving size and reasonably priced!Coffee wasn't that great - they..."
Rebecca Fakhri
"Had breakfast here a while ago. Loved my coffee! I quite enjoyed my meal, had one of their specials, toast with chickpeas and poached eggs. My..."
AD
"Didn't book for a Sunday morning and got a table right away. Was asked 4 times from 4 different staff for our coffee order!...they are very..."
Scottmmetcalf31
"Have visited Fifteen Pounds regularly over the past few weeks and have not been disappointed. First, for breakfast and then for coffee. Their..."
Elizabeth
"My wife and I were in the area and happened upon Fifteen Pounds in our strolling, so stopped in for brunch. We were quickly found a table in the..."
Leo Hogan
"Good place to go for a drink or for breakfast or lunch. The coffee is good. Nice staff. Close to Fairfield station. You can sit inside or..."
Melbourneboy
"I thought I would treat myself this morning by going out for some brunch. This place was recommended by Zomato so I though I would give it a go. 15..."
TrEATme
"Came here on a Saturday morning and it was very busy. The brunch and coffee here is outstanding. Apart from the slow service (which was..."
Liv
"Amazing place for brunch , the coffee was great and the food was sooooo good . Service was friendly and atmosphere was so relaxing. Great..."
Coffeeplz
"Best bacon and roll I have ever had and I have had many. They had so many very tempting bakery items in the window I will have to try next time. The..."
Janita Jenice
"Staff are really friendly here and the atmosphere is nice. We didn't eat, just had coffee. Not the best coffee unfortunately but still pretty good..."
Charis The Vegetarian
"Your go to brunch place!Yes, you will be served quality food in a quality atmosphere!Sure, you might have to wait a little bit for a table..."
Johann
"Really can't ask for much ore than cafe. Breakfast is good and the lunch meal is just as good. You need to try the burger it's better than most..."
Green Curry
"I always try and stop past this place whenever I'm in area - it's one of the very best cafes in the Fairfield/Northcote area. The atmosphere inside..."
Stunsail
"Very solid option in Fairfield. This is a nicely set out space that looked mighty warm and enticing on a cold May morn. The food was certainly..."
Two Sheds
"WHAT’S ON THE MENU?· Pancake Forest – pine needle infused pancake, fresh berry, fennel syrup, green tea snow, hazelnut, dark..."
Miss Sage Sugar
"Went there for breakfast on Saturday. A place that is buzzing and has a wonderful cafe quirky atmosphere. The good was inventive and at the same..."
KarlL
"Really like the feel of this place.. the staff are very friendly and the coffee is delish!I have been meaning to head back and try bfast in..."
Timbo28
"Came here on a fairly warm day & sat out in the courtyard. It was a pretty area, with lots of sunlight, but it gets pretty damn hot in..."
Shoo Shoo
"I have never been here before and found the cafè on this appI found the staff to be very friendly and has a good sense of humour.They..."
Pete Dicker
"Recently I am sick of brunch spots on the popular list as they are always over crowded. This time I picked up fifteen pounds which is close to..."
Happytalent.66
"Love it here!! Food is always fresh and delicious! Staff are friendly and happy and the atmosphere is fantastic! Thanks guys keep up the good work!..."
Casey Dorman
"Exceptional as always!!!!! I ordered the harsh potato stack with a side of bacon, which was delicious beyond belief. It was cooked to perfection, was..."
Lois Loves Eating
"Had breakfast here with three people on a Sunday. It was quite busy, but the place is quite big so there were plenty of tables left. We had a nice..."
I. D.
"I used to come to fifteen pounds quite often a few years ago but haven't been coming since then due to life. I recently had brunch with my family and..."
Kris
"Food here is absolutely Devine, very current and keeping up with the trends (and outdoing the trends too). An Amazing selection of coffee and staff..."
Josh G Amargulies
"My go to breakfast / lunch joint in the inner north. Spectacular food every time without fail. Service is always great too. As a totally spoiled..."
Tim
"Easily the best breakfast I've had out in a long time. I can't go past the Hash Stack each time. Such a big portion too and reasonably priced. Coffee..."
AP23
"Fifteen Pounds was a really pleasant place for lunch with friends. There is indoor and outdoor eating areas - so you have food choices depending on..."
Anthony
"What: A lesson for me to never order a latte on an upset stomach (hah, who am I kidding – I’ll never learn). Bloat score: 1 – Had to loosen my..."
Sonia Nair
"Great service and awesome food. Came with 20 mins to eat and had food within 5 minutes of ordering. Smiles from every staff member. Fantastic. Will..."
Kiri Manning
"Visited here several times with friends, great place to hand out with good food.Love the fresh juice, the mint basil made me feel body..."
Snoopy
"I can't count the amount of times we have been here. 50+ for coffee. At least 20+ for food. The quality of food and coffee is fantastic. We must have..."
Cous Cous
"Its a nice little place just across the road from the station with a little menu. My first concern was that the menu didn't offer a whole lot of..."
St!nger
"Great food with exceptional customer service from friendly staff. Real quality meals from the seasonal menu. I have quickly become a regular. Great..."
Tim H
"We were 30 minutes early for a meeting near by, so decided stop by for a quick breakky, We were very surprised. Large inside and outside sitting..."
Yannna
"This cafe has a great menu & the food was very flavoursome. I had the ricotta and raspberry hotcake which was presently beautifully and accompanied..."
Anneliese
"Great place for breakfast. A local favourite. They coffee is good and great food. The staff are so helpful and friendly. They cater to every need..."
Jamie
"Its very good. Great coffee. They have a marinated Asian chicken salad that is good. The brioche buns with lamb/beef/chicken and their "homemade"..."
Ross Crisp
"Great spot with fab feel and friendly staff. Had a group breakky here and there were no complaints! Loved the breakfast board idea so you can have a..."
LC.
"What a great place, the decor, the atmosphere, the food and of course the coffee. I had the Wagyu burger, my wife had the Roman salad. Both were..."
Angelo Di Lorenzo
"One of my favourite cafés in Fairfield. The staff are always welcoming, great service, delicious food and the coffee is awesome! If you're in the..."
Mellymoto72
"Decided to try out this cafe as we were in the area. I had a watermelon and pineapple juice which was very refreshing, but quite expensive for what..."
Sammi C
"My friends and I were in the area for the Escape Room nearby when we decided to try this cafe out. This cafe was very open and spacious so the four..."
Ilovetoomnom
"This place can be hit and miss. Haven't been here in a while but used to frequent every Sunday for brunch. The coffee is great! The owner sometimes..."
Danielle
"When your having a good day, the best service and over loaded with something hot and black inside you, this is the place. Awesome coffee and the..."
Villie Jo Galang
"Wonderful little cafe great barista coffee & hearty brekky. Their coffee always hits the spot. They have ‘on the go’ Brekky options too if you..."
Tushar Kelkar
"Nicely presented, well portioned and extremely delicious Monday morning brekkie! Good value for money and very attentive and kind service. Their..."
Rouven Grossmann
"Wonderful experience every time you walk in. All they staff are friendly and the food and coffee is always consistently good. It's an amazing..."
Ryan Jenkins
"Lovely meal in delightful setting. Meal was delicious. My only concern is tables are very close..."
Ella
"One of the best cafe in Melbourne, you can not imagine how good the services ls and how friendly the staff were. The drinks were perfect and tasty...."
Dhafer Alshehri
"A few new staff, John has a well oiled machine. Vaccine passport required, masks optional. This is one of my top 10 for coffee, the food is good,..."
Edward Hore
"Wow you guys! You are awesome! Everything here was on point - from the service, food, decor and venue. Promptly greeted on arrival with a smile and..."
Jess M
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"Great place to eat and the service is amazing the staff are so helpful and courteous always love going..."
Bernadette Hodson
"We have been having Sunday Brunch at Mamma Says for many years..guess that says it all. Food is consistent and good. Friendly attentive staff and..."
Bernadette Coulthard
"My favourite place - great coffee, great food, great staff- feels like..."
Jenny Begent
"Always friendly staff and great service. The food is always enjoyable and exceptionally tasty. Good drinks selection as..."
James Heggie
"This is the second cafe that I have been to that Nick & his family have operated. The meals, the staff & the service are awesome. The coffee is the..."
Terry Knowles
"Great food good service with nice staff we will definitely be coming..."
Debbie Beaumont
"Italian doughnuts are the BEST with great coffee..."
Shannon Ryan
"Killer Coffee at Mamma Says! Love the 'talian Donut..."
Normandy Calma
"Mamma Says on Station Street is a favourite amongst the locals. The menu contained the usual brunch favourites featuring eggs like a few varieties of..."
Expat Gourmand
"I love the coffee from Mamma Says! I have tried their donuts and muffins and they are delicious and fresh.. the service is always good from the lady..."
Natalie NC
"Absolutely delicious food and fantastic friendly staff. The only down side is the location as parking is a nightmare. However it is worth the effort...."
Glenda C
"I was looking for quick breakfast in the area and glad we stumbled across this place. Service was great. Coffee was great! My husband says 5 stars..."
Split The Bill
"I believe that the quality of a cafe can be judged in their simplest meal. If you can make me an egg and bacon which reverberates throughout my soul..."
The Critical Barista
"Living in and around Fairfield and Northcote we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to food, in particularly breakfast and lunch. Mamma Says is..."
JJ
"I went to Mamma Says after a nice morning of horse riding. I ordered the Amatricana and I was very impressed with the sauce. Was slightly spicy plus..."
Caroline Beaney
"A nice little cafe. I quite liked the look and feel of the place. There appeared to be various works by Banksy on the walls and that certainly..."
Two Sheds
"Quite possibly the best coffee I've ever had. The big breakfast was great as well. Good value for money, high quality produce and nice..."
Tassie Eleftheriou
"A great cafe is more than just good food and great coffee  – as there are many places that can boast that. A really great cafe has a..."
Brett McLennan
"My favourite cafe in Fairfield. The breakfasts are great and reasonably priced. The staff are lovely and friendly. It's also an excellent spot to..."
Tez
"Been here few times, coffee is good and breakfasts are nice ( sometimes not very big portion) i personally think they could lower a bit the prices,..."
Traveller123890
"We moved to Fairfield a year ago and have tried all cafes for breakfast and this is our favorite. We have never been disappointed by any dish. The..."
Missy Mahony
"Love this local cafe! Go here 2-3 times a week for breakfast! Friendly staff, great owners and excellent food!Some of the best coffee in..."
Local 3078
"Great coffee and food with Friendly owners and staff. So many options on the menu which covers everything . Awesome cafe in Fairfield great work ...."
Happy
"Hard to believe this place does not get a higher rating. The baristas make excellent coffee. The breakfast menu is above standard from friends that..."
Crispymelbreview
"Really good creamy soy latte! Lovely service and nice decoration ... I was on the go, so didn't have time to try food here. The Italian donut looks..."
World In A Bite
"Tasty food and well presented. Though little expensive, but worth the taste.Will eat again.Food: YumAmbience: "Cool "Price:..."
YumOrYuck
"Best place for Great Coffee. Take away coffee come out really fast. Delicious Food. Usually have my lunch break at Mama Says. Good customer..."
Sunny
"Best coffee on the strip. Great breakfast. Love love the Bircher with poached pear. Service with a smile. Always great banter with the staff. And..."
Sabrina Foenander
"Fantastic restaurant, great family vibe, good coffee and the food was exceptional! Surprised to see such a low percentage of people liking this..."
Mina Magelakis
"DELICIOUS!! Great coffee & a fab breakfast menu! Love..."
Angi McAuley
"Veggie Breakfast. Lovely vegetarian breakfast. The hash browns alone are worth it - light, tasty and crunchy. The breakfast itself is a top quality..."
PrincessYoko
"I've eaten here a couple of times now and every meal has been beautiful and full of flavour. I love the modern theme and homely feel of the place and..."
Cory Thomas
"Great local cafe. I've had breakfast here 3 weekends in a row, with a similar experience each time. Good service, good coffee, and seriously yummy..."
Phil Hare
"Great feed.. Coffee was okay. food was good value and tasty. we ate the nachos, good price and portion. not too much cheese like some places do...."
Alt
"I love this place- the staff are LOVELY and the food and coffee is consistently good. It's not overpriced like many places nearby. Will keep going..."
Gemini_mum
"The Best coffee in Station st !!!With a good service ,almond & apricot muffin is very..."
Platon. Beaumaris
"Good local. Also surprised by the negative reviews - have been twice and both times happy with the food and coffee is good. More homely than the more..."
Catrina
"Had the big breakfast this morning - delicious and well cooked. Coffee was great..."
Adam Dinneen
"What a find!!! As a local, I am always on the look out for an affordable friendly and consistent place to go. Well may I say we ( my wife, our 3yr..."
Resistor
"Drove past thought I would give it a go. Great looking place, with clean fresh food offer(try the lamb salad). The coffee was great. Sad part is..."
Coffees Out
"Always a good coffee hear, and the big breakfast is exactly that BIG and tastey! Simple fresh food what more could one..."
Moomoo
"Great pies, and pie+salad for $8.50 a pretty good deal for lunch I reckon. I am surprised by so many negative comments, I've been twice and found it..."
Hal Greenham
"Enjoyed the outside eating area. Felt a little squashed though. Food was good, served by a lovely young waiter last Saturday morning who was very..."
Jack Charles
"We had breakfast here on the 4th of Jan. Friendly, efficient service and a delicious meal with the best smoothies. Give the strawberry rush a go!!!..."
Trav1979
"Cute and quirky. Cute new spot in Fairfield so thought we'd give it a try. Coffee was wonderful and ordered the big breakfast to share. It was great..."
The Hungry Dietitian
"Good..."
Iris Myandowski
"Awesome staff, food & coffee will be..."
Matina Carelli
"Stooped in today to give the newbie a try. My latte was spot and and the donuts are amazing. Give it a..."
Teresa
"Gluten Free Friendly!. So glad to finally have a place that caters so much towards gluten free foods!Enjoyed a breakfast with hashbrowns..."
F.sonnal
"The best coffee on station street! I really don't know what these people are on about but my experience at "mamma says" was amazing. I went there..."
Paris
"Had breakfast there and was overwhelmed with the food and..."
I Can Chew
"Always great food &..."
G Sinclair
"Came here while on a visit to Melbourne and had looked for cafes with vegan options near where we were staying. This place ended up being a totally..."
Soph G
"Had a nice meal with the family. Service was friendly and food was served in a timely manner. They have gelato up to the front as well as good..."
Mandeep Moh
"I grabbed a muffin and a cookie on my was to F1 race. The muffin: hash brown and egg (all plant based) was amazing and so tasty. Much better that i..."
Daw Lobo
"Quite busy but a lovely place. Staff was very friendly. My risotto was absolutely fantastic..."
Yumiko Yoshimizu
"One good coffee deserves another, so I bookended my Big Breakfast with oat milk cappuccinos. And breakfast was very tasty,..."
Ian Argent
"The food here is incredible! Amazing staff, great vibes. So many vegan options that everyone can enjoy. One of my favourite places in..."
Jen Cresp
"Amazing new plant based menu a treat in the inner north for vegans! Amazing food lovely staff and great coffee. We had the Mediterranean grill plate..."
Lucas L Jordan
Hoppa And Joe
82/100 (615 ratings)
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Cheese & Bacon Toastie
Buttered Shiitake Mushroom
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english breakfast
Cheese Bacon Burger
hot chocolate
Nuts
Cheese burger
Breakfast Bruschetta
cold brew
Braised Beef Cheek
Pork belly burger
Roasted Pumpkin
Toast
Shiitake Mushrooms
Roast Pumpkin
Duck Benedict
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"I went here for breakfast and i was not disappointed! The menu was refreshingly unique and varied. I ordered the breakfast gnocchi and it was..."
Hot For Food
"Always have a great experience at Hoppa! Great food, relaxed cafe & very dog friendly in their outdoor seating area. Staff are very pleasant..."
Sopju
"Really friendly staff, good food (pumpkin bread is a must) and great coffee. Bacon jam should be a menu item on its..."
Info - Drive By Shooting
"This place was pretty nice! I enjoyed the hot chocolate I had, and the adults with me said the coffee was very nice. Great for a quick snack or..."
The Mini Muncher!
"Came in here on a Tuesday with some friends and had such a great time at Hoppa and Joe! The food was amazing I had the duck Benny, something I have..."
Iluzzit
"Fantastic uncomplicated food, executed exceptionally well. Had the Bruschetta eggs and an earl grey tea; healthy and very fresh. Outstanding,..."
Sam Nancy
"Absolutely adore this local cafe. We were thrilled to see something so gorgeous open up in Fairfield back in 2016, and have been frequent visitors..."
Christina AP Xu
"The best pumpkin bread I have ever tasted! There is something really calming about the setting of this cafe. Sitting outside on a quiet side street..."
BIRCHER QUEEN 👑
"Spent the beautiful Melbourne Sunday at this cafe on my way back from the city. Staff was friendly and most customers seems to be local regulars. I..."
AQC
"This was the best brunch I’ve had in Melbourne! The food was so delicious that I’m determined to keep going back so I can try everything on the..."
Georgia Wilkinson
"YUM YUM YUM!!! My new favorite local cafe!! So many awesome items on the menu that weren’t too complicated. The two dishes we chose were delicious!..."
Rebecca Fakhri
"Chic looking cafe, good coffee and friendly service.Some limited seating inside, more outside if you like it in the sun ☀️ Not the..."
Dieter
"I love this place - everything on the menu is prepared beautifully and I have never had a bad bite to eat here.  The coffee is also very..."
Steve Joslin
"Yummy breakfast - smashed Peas, goats cheese, two poached eggs with prosciutto on the most amazing pumpkin bread!  Also had an iced coffee with soy..."
Tina Foley
"It is a popular cafe with the locals.  It is a small place so it looks packed all the time. It can get really noisy, partly due to the traffic that..."
Lifecycle
"The best coffee i have ever had!!! the food options are great!! my favourate dish is the smashed peas, the pumpkin bread is a great subsitute to..."
Laura R
"Love this little local place! Great food! Great coffee! Top quality service! Can't ask for more - regularly go here and am never disappointed. Dog..."
Local 3078
"Great coffee and desert menu. Very smelly indoors and very noisy outside. Good customer service. Worth a visit if you're in the area or after a quick..."
Dina Kerr
"Really wonderful cafe and great service we had coffee and breakfast none of which disappointed the taste buds! Love the navy cups. Can't wait to..."
Mj
"Absolutely perfect little cafe - the menu is so well thought out, everything we had was delicious! Baked eggs with cheesy cauliflower and a chorizo..."
Star Anise
"I've been back to this cafe many times and what I love most about it, is the consistency in food quality, service and presentation! The duck Benny is..."
Ghassan Zakaria
"Lovely bright, clean cafe not overly big inside, similar amount of seating outside with heaters 😊 we had already checked the menu on Zomato before..."
Carol Sheldon
"Great little cafe with very pleasant staff. Can get a bit crowded around lunch time so I usually end up grabbing a coffee. One of the best coffees..."
Hell's Kitchen
"Great staff, great coffee and a really nice local cafe. Sometimes they can get a bit overrun with customers all at once but it happens everywhere...."
Georgia
"Very cute little cafe. Had the buttered shiitake mushrooms which were excellent, as was the generously proportioned side of bacon I had! Great coffee..."
Callum
"Great coffee. Nice sitting outside on a warm day even if this cafe is on a fairly unattractive main road. Had breakfast, very good. Will try..."
Ross Crisp
"Friendly staff, interesting menu. The food and coffee is good. Fit out looks great if not a little cramped. I can't help but keep going..."
BradAtLarge
"One of the best in the area. Coffee is consistently delicious and clean and food is always flavourful, well presented and uses fresh and high quality..."
Facebook User
"Visited here with girlfriends a few weeks ago and left satisfied. Unfortunately the menu I had last seen had more in the way of salad items (such as..."
Kylie Angelika
"Our favourite breakfast/lunch spot. Especially love the chicken burger with the buttermilk batter. Menu is fresh and flavourful and meals are made..."
Kathy.g.knits
"Stopped in quickly on the way home from walking the dog to get a coffee and some takeaway sandwiches. What can I say but super tasty sandos that held..."
Lydia Brownson
"Great friendly staff. I'm a vego who works nearby so I've poped in looking for a quick lunch on the run and they are always happy to make a quick..."
Tiaracs
"Delicious coffee, a great menu, friendly casual service and hip hop instrumentals. Couldn't ask for more from this gorgeous little cafe. Killer..."
Oliver Berry
"We live in the area and popped into Hoppa and Joe after reading about them on the UrbanList. What a lovely little place! Delicious food, super..."
Samantha Booth
"Hoppa & Joe is a really small little cafe on Heidelberg road. It's a nice little intimate place with some really good food. They also sell a few..."
St!nger
"Still dreaming about that banana jam... amazing food and service; felt so warm and welcome! A cosy little cafe doesn't seat many but worth the wait..."
Juan_daful
"Went Saturday for brunch - lovely little corner cafe. It is an very small cafe so we did end up waiting about 10 -15 mins for a table for 4..."
Annie Haak
"I have to say, the current abundance of quality burger joints in Melbourne really warms my heart.I remember a time, not more than a five or six..."
Feed Your Fancy
"I had a really fantastic shitake mushroom, kale, eggs and pumpkin bread breakfast here last Saturday! I had never had pumpkin bread before. It was..."
Antoniette
"The first and most important thing to say about this cafe is that the food is amazing! There were four dishes I was split between ordering. Went with..."
Jamie
"This place catches my eye every time I drive down Heidelberg road. Finally went in for breakfast the other day and it was a pretty pleasant..."
Swiftheart
"Venturing into Melbourne this week, I happened across Hoppa & Joe in Fairfield. I ordered the shiitake mushrooms with kale, broccolini and poached..."
Anna
"Quite a small cafe so wouldn't want to get there any later than 10am or there might be a bit of a wait for a table - food was really tasty and good I..."
Krystal
"A friend and I had breakfast there recently. The staff are friendly and attentive. I had the sticky pork belly with fried eggs, kimchi, beetroot..."
Kylie Sann
"I have had breakfast both mornings this weekend. Saturday I had the Duck Benny and was delicious. The pumpkin bread is like brioche and the..."
Elizabeth Draper
"Hoppa & Joe join the battalion of new cafes openings. Marching forward with matcha lattes in hand and cloches of billowing smoke, the Melbourne cafe..."
Hungrycookie
"We love this place. Quiet area with plenty of outdoor tables. I can't really comment on the menu as a whole because I only get the breakfast gnocci...."
Trent Lawrence
"Amazing food, amazing staff and lovely location. Been having breakfast/lunch there for 3-4 years now, would HIGHLY recommend having the pork belly..."
Panagiotis Chronas
"Woow, the best place for a better breakfast, lunch or whatever the good food you need. Step in to Hoppa & Joe”. #good place#kind staff #mouth..."
lakshan jaliya
"Hoppa and Joe is an institution and a must for a brew if you find yourself in Fairfield. The coffee is fantastic, the food is spectacular (the duck..."
Troy Argent
"Love the mushroom monsieur toasted sandwich! Totally divine. Perfectly crunchy toasted bread with a delicious melted cheese and mushroom filling. I..."
Justine C
"The food is always absolutely amazing! Coffee is always the perfect temperature and so delicious. The breakfast gnocchi is a must-eat! Kirsten and..."
Portia MacDougall
"The most incredible and personable cafe owners we have ever met. Always greeting us with a smile and some doggy treats for our little pup. Never have..."
Isabella Townsing
"The cutest little corner cafe. Great coffee and the specialty toasties are THE BEST. The cheese and bacon jam one is my favourite guilty pleasure...."
Emma C
The Tea Rose
81/100 (278 ratings)
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"Cute little place near Fairfield station. Came here with my wife to have Devonshire Tea. The ambiance was lovely. The scones are freshly baked to..."
Andrew Wong
"Quant little cafe, we had the Devonshire Tea deal offered on Groupon. Scones & tea served on English China.Scones were delicious, though they..."
Kelso
"A beautiful little neighbourhood tearoom with a cosy, vintage vibe. We were invited to try their Devonshire tea and it was spectacular...."
Karma Clarke
"Absolutely loved the service here! Very cute interior and the cake selection is to die for! Would recommend to anyone looking for a nice little cafe..."
Rebecca-Marian Irene
" 3.7This is a lovely elegant little space directly opposite Fairfield Railway Station. It’s not a large place. Five tables inside,..."
Two Sheds
"Friendly staff with amazing tea, sandwiches and scones in a cute and cozy tea parlour. Pre-Order a day in advance if you want to do high tea or the..."
Len_lyn
"Fantastic scones here - buttery and lighter in texture compared to another one of my favourites (Jam & Cream). Nice quaint little place and friendly..."
Edgar Darmawan
"9/10 ... Plastic Pink Flamingo, Scones and Royal Albert china ....What do they have in common? Not much in common as..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"The Tea Rose in Fairfield is a gorgeous little spot with a relaxing atmosphere and lovely staff. We enjoyed our Devonshire tea with freshly baked..."
Happy Traveller
"A delightful atmosphere and very friendly service. Cannot help but smile when looking around you. The scones were fresh, hot and big. The home made..."
Shirlene Ismail
"A newly opened, petite bakery in the sunny streets of Fairfield, The Tea Rose features one of the most gorgeous, fun aesthetics I’ve seen in a..."
2wo Fat Girls
"Dined here for lunch today with a Groupon voucher. Great value deal. We enjoyed 2 scones each with jam & cream & a hot drink. Hubby upgraded to a..."
I Love Food
"Came here yesterday with a Groupon Devonshire tea voucher. The owner is super friendly and obviously passionate about baking. The scones were..."
Dom87
"Tea Rose 3.7 This is a lovely elegant little space directly opposite Fairfield Railway Station. It’s not a large place. Five tables inside, two..."
Two Sheds
"Such a lovely little cute place! We ended up spending HOURS here. Amazing selection of teas, good coffee and the BEST scones I've ever had. They even..."
Dilara Kaymakci
"Fantastic shop. Staff are really friendly and the coffee is great. The place has a 50s vibe and make it stand out from the rest. If you are a wagon..."
John Witte
"Devonshire Tea: Soft and crumbley salted scones baked TO ORDER. Excellent lumpy strawberry jam. I enjoyed Leah tea ~ Oolong and raspberyy black..."
Belle Hunter
"Absolutely gorgeous little tea shop...very personalised and the passion of the owner shines..."
Stella Quinert
"What a lovely experience. You really must go! Cannot fault anything here. Lovely owner, adorable shop decorated just so beautifully. We had..."
Kelli Dusty
"Love this place. Travelled more than 30 minutes for a cup of tea and scones. Will do this more..."
Dean Chamberlain
"Excellent selection of teas, almost a different Variety for every day of the month? Interesting selection of memorabilia. Scones were light and..."
Bart Bampton
Bean Counter Cafe
80/100 (577 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Lunch
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Café
Australian
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Mid-range
Cheap Eats
"It is so much fun trying out all the nearby places for brunch, something that I had sorely missed during the recent months of lockdown. Bean Counter..."
Expat Gourmand
"This cafe serves lovely food, we went on a weekday and received attentive service, friendly smiles and delicious meals. Highly recommended. A little..."
FeedEdith
"Friendly helpful service, tasty food, decent kids menu and my toddler loved the toy box in the courtyard. And an incredibly convenient location just..."
Alice Gomez
"For a cafe called bean counter, it definitely wasn’t as cheap as you would expect. But I was very satisfied with the food and coffee at this corner..."
Samuel Pinches
"The coffee is Fantastic! always lovely service. Dog friendly outside seating. good range of food and drinks and GF options for ppl who require it...."
Lisa Michelle
"I love this place. They have a varied and interesting menu. Plenty of vegetarian, gluten-free and vegan options (many can be customised if not..."
Lok Mac
"I went there on the weekend and I iced it! The staff was amazingly friendly and the atmosphere was good, making the bad weather bearable! I ordered..."
Mary Pisasale
"Great little spot in Fairfield with good coffee and a fabulous turmeric latte. Have tried a few different dishes and all have been quality and great..."
Christine Tona
"Truly exceptional food and coffee, they've really stepped up over the last 12 month and it shows. Keep up the amazing work! Lovely staff and..."
Travis Scott
"Great little cafe in Fairfield. Excellent coffee. Not super cheap, but good quality food and generous serving sizes.The thing that really stands..."
George William
"This place is great if you have kids. Lots of seating inside and outside. The courtyard out the back is under cover has kid's tables and a huge box..."
Moon Boots
"Dish ordered: Bean Counter Benedict It is a nice quiet cafe in the neighborhood. It is much quieter than those in the city, so good..."
Michelle Wong
"Wonderful little local cafe. Very conveniently located right at Fairfield station. Serves beautiful creamy coffee and a good range of food. Nice..."
Two Sheds
"Food took a little while to come out and service was standard. Coffee was perfect. I got the zucchini fritters which were nice but would not order..."
BrunchQueen
"Every time I come in here everyone is so happy and friendly! Bean Counter has the best fritters, and always poach the eggs perfectly. I also don't..."
Anna
"Had a beautiful brekky here. Smashed Avo and zucchini fritters. And the milkshakes are to die for. Lovely staff and great service! Highly recommend..."
Lauren Meikle
"Bean Counter is the perfect combination of great food, coffee, service and location. The cafe is family friendly, dog friendly - well actually Bean..."
Time
"This is easily my favorite cafe in the area! The homely feel of the decor is welcoming and calming and the staff are always friendly. (The courtyard..."
Foodie
"with a convenient corner block located directly across the road from fairfield train station, and a cafe that is both kid, bike and dog friendly…..."
Inlovewithbrunch
"Convenient location right opposite the train station. Service is cheerful and welcoming. I ordered the green tea latte and unfortunately it was way..."
Kimmy_desu
"This was my first visit to Bean Counter with a Groupon deal, and I have to say they had a pretty tasty breakfast menu (although not as tasty as the..."
Holly Taylor
"This was my second visit to Bean Counter Cafe; my first well over two years ago. The cafe is situated in a quiet, leafy street opposite Fairfield..."
Foodiemelbourne
"Good staff and good location. The food is tasty and beautiful. Especially for the waffle:) it is soooo beautifully and just like a spring! The..."
Shujun Huang
"Great Sunday brunch with friends, we started with a glass of Proseco. Plenty of options on the menu ,Omelette customised to your taste and if your..."
Nick The Greek
"That Wednesday lunch was catch-up for me, baby girl and bestie, once again in Fairfield. I had wanted to go there because of the kid-friendly tags..."
Smikg Needs Coffee
"Really enjoyed breakfast here. Service was quick, fresh orange juice was perfect and loved the corn fritters! Nice seating located inside and..."
BB King
"Recently discovered this fantastic cafe, service always excellent, french toast by far the best I've had anywhere in Melb, attentive wait staff. The..."
Diner
"Used to be great - not so much anymore. I used to go to Bean Counter every one to two weeks for a weekend breakfast and it was also the go to spot...."
Beau James
"A local favorite. We've been going to Bean Counter for breakfast and lunch since we moved to Fairfield 6 months ago. Every time we dine here the food..."
Melinda Webb
"Good coffee and courtyard. This café has great outdoor seating on a quiet curb, and also a homely courtyard. Good coffee, though quite pricey. I was..."
Muesliforlife
"Great Service on a busy day. Very busy day at Bean Counter today. Was told by friends to come try it and I was not disappointed. The service was..."
Mkalistis
"Vegetarian All Day Breakfast. Feb 3, 2015 UPDATE TO PREVIOUS REVIEW: Love the new breakfast menu! The big veggie breakfast is just glorious. Two..."
PrincessYoko
"Solid yes, memorable no. My first visit was a lot better than my last. Recently ordered smashed avacado and feta on sourdough and it may as well have..."
Steven
"Just lovely. I love this cafe - the coffee is fantastic, the food is delicious and everything feels cosy. It's best to go on a sunny day and sit..."
Amy
"Beautiful cafe in Fairfield :-). Hi,I'm not local but I've had lunch here and I must say I totally agree with Chrissy, the staff is always..."
Diego A
"The tall blonde and the blue haired birds in there do a great coffee and if there not making it I wouldn't bother having one there. Id just go to the..."
Bobby Delish
"Staff very friendly and extremely helpful. Poached eggs on sourdough toast was really tasty, they gave us 2 slices, 1 white & 1 multigrain slice. I..."
Jackie
"Great little place..."
Kelso77
"Salami foccacias to die for! Soft inside crunchy outside crisp rocket creamy goats cheese top notch salami - great coffee makes this a brunch for..."
Quicksmart
"Coffee excellent and eggs beggs cooked perfectly. Service was great and a beautiful day to sit..."
Paul
"Bit over priced. This place is Ok there is not much to make it stand out. The food is ok the coffee ok and service ok.The price is not Ok I went..."
Mel Joan
"Favourite local. Great coffee, yummy food and friendly staff! The mushroom patty toastie is my..."
Bels
"Very nice food and coffee, would go back..."
Joshua Tsiglis
"Great for kids. Bean counter is my regular for baby cinos (in non breakable silicone cups that look ceramic) and toys in the back courtyard with full..."
Fraser.trisna
"Sensational food and service. I am a huge coffee snob & I love the coffee here. Really family friendly. You really do get what you pay for! I love..."
Siobhan Cornelissen
"A gorgeous old fashioned shop front selling great..."
Mary
"Awesome coffee. Great team working there and super outside seating &..."
ImbibedAdventure
"Got down to grab a coffee at fairfield, but couldnt resist to have lunch which was fabulously made and tastier than any of the cafes down the road...."
Vick
"Staff is the best!..."
Geri
"Best food & service. Best cafe experience ever. The food is great quality and the staff always friendly and helpful. We love it and go as often as we..."
Dacey2802
"Lovely and local. Great food, great staff, great..."
Jay
"Breakfast. I live in the area and walk to the cafe whenever I meet up with friends. Last time I was there I had poached eggs Benedict with..."
Stefanie
"I go there very often as I find the food beautiful and a nice big serve!! Coffee is spectacular and staff are very friendly.. Good prices.. What more..."
Whitney
"Bean counter is a great cafe with lovely ambiance, great vibe, friendly staff, beautiful coffee and delicious food! Will be back definitely that's..."
Christine Dacey
"Great..."
Happy
"Kings Breakfast - amazing! Sensational coffee, super friendly but not superficial staff, all round awesome..."
Catherine Byrnes
"Service varies. The coffee is quite good most of the time although if you have it take-away I've notice 1 out of 2 times the lid will not fit on the..."
Karen M
"Love it. I've been going to Bean Counter for my daily coffee since I moved into the Fairfield area 3 years ago. Given how many coffees I've had..."
Caffeineaddict
"Great Coffee. Bean (joke) going regularly every Saturday / Sunday now since November 2011. Haven't eaten there yet but found the coffee to be..."
Daniel
"Coffee was very good. Service was warm and attentive. Food was a letdown. Had the big breakfast and satay prawns. Flavors were bland, presentation..."
Grace Kwon
"Love the courtyard. Only been once, but friendly staff, lovely courtyard for families, and food was fine (nothing spectacular, but nothing wrong with..."
Gilgamesh
"Good vibe except for Lycra!. Been going here regularly since it opened a few years back. A great place to sit, and generally a really good..."
HungrySpice
"Love the space outside for kids. Inside great with no kids or kids in high chairs. Coffee wonderful! Muffins & food divine! (although they need to..."
Jay
"Quaint but distinguished. Going around every week for a decent coffee and always being disappointed and coming across this quaint little..."
Massimo
"Awesome weekend breakfast. After living in Fairfield for over a year and a half, I feel I should go to the Bean Counter more often. The service is..."
Daniel Heim
"Great find. Great, relaxed and friendly service, good food, and the coffee was delicious. The biggest large skinny latte served in a 'alice in..."
Ambra
"Amazing coffee, and fast!!!!. I poped into this cute little cafe on my way to the station and was amazed at the speed and quality of the coffee. The..."
Jessica
"Cute place, great coffee. Service could be more attentive and food more consistent, but have enjoyed quite a few..."
Pinasmenos
"It’s been a while since I was last here , but can honestly say l had a great breakfast. Th Court yard was a good place to be , for those concerned..."
David Cigognini
"so... went to the Fairfield park and getting home, feeling thirsty and getting mango smoothie from here, what a lovely place. they were busy on..."
Lee Yu Xuan
"Nothing more enjoyable then each time you visit, it's as good as the last visit. Coffee is always on point and the BLT is just perfect. Thanks..."
Tamara Ford
"I just called in for a cappuccino, while keeping an eye on the train situation at Fairfield..."
Ian Argent
Fairfield Park Boathouse & Tea Gardens
70/100 (3006 ratings)
Quick Bites
Cafe
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Cafe
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Salad
Calamari
Calamares
Fish & chips
Salmon
Fish & Chips
Toasts
Burger
Cakes
Fish
Pork
Sit down
Café
Australian
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Reservations
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Buffet
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Digital Payments
Outdoor Seating
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"This is one of melbournes best secrets.Scones and tea, overlooking the river , mid week. I’ve love this place for years.Mid week is best,..."
B Man
"We fell in love with the place the first time we visited, and hubby describes it as "quintessentially Aussie". We have visited the Boathouse several..."
Expat Gourmand
"A quiet cafe hidden behind Fairfield Park dr. You wouldn't expect to see such a beautiful scene of nature; a combination of boats, canoes, ducks and..."
Medium Rare Steak
"(Disclaimer: True rating is 3.5 however on Zomato this is closer to a 4).The heritage-listed Boathouse sits alongside the Yarra River, with plenty of..."
We Know This Place
"Went for a walk along the Yarra with a late lunch stop at the boathouse. We were happy they were still serving food at around 3pm. With the very..."
I. D.
"Came here for breakfast for the first time, I must say a lovely view of the Yarra river! I couldn’t help but notice how old the place is but once I..."
Stephanie Jade
"Stunning location! The perfect way to spend an afternoon - we hired a Kayak for an hour (circa $24) and enjoyed the peace & quiet that the Yarra..."
SeanyB
"Visited here for a Baby Shower High Tea. Beautiful location (we were located on the deck by the river). Everything was delicious. The avocado and..."
VYN
"Really great food, however you’re paying for it!!! Free range chicken salad was lovely and flavoursome, and especially nice looking over the Yarra..."
Sophie Isabella Travers
"Loved it! Amazing that a place like this exists so close to the city. Feels like you're anywhere but Melbourne. The chicken and cous cous salad was..."
Skyemaree12
"Went there yesterday for lunch and it took a while to order the food and for the food to be ready. However, the views and general atmosphere of the..."
Caroline V
"This seems to be rated fairly abysmally but I quite enjoyed my experience despite the sweltering heat and lack of ventilation indoors. We ended up..."
Good Food Good Mood
"I visited here today with some friend and our children, as we had generally heard good things about the Boathouse and surrounding parks. However,..."
James Blackwell
"What more could you ask for on a sunny Sunday Autumn afternoon? A vanilla slice, a coffee and the Yarra River at your doorstep. Having never visited..."
Byron's Vanilla Slice Blog
"Went for our Nephew's wedding last Friday night. Buffet was very very good. Salmon looked and tasted wonderful. Calamari was salty and tender. ..."
Mr Bill
"We had the most amazing christmas party for 50 people. The balcony views of the river are priceless, almost forget that it is so close to the city,..."
Jenny Taylor
"Gorgeous setting. The view over the water and the peaceful atmosphere is lovely. Food was good. The problem is the way you order and collect food...."
Hanah Penrose
"Amazing location.... Blew us away with the view and firepit, lots of room too, def will take our guests here who visit Melbourne. Food was def..."
Adso
"Quaint little cafe that have high tea. Too many places have high teas that do not know how to make a scone, but the scones here were perfect! Warm,..."
J
"Great Boathouse!. After reading recent reviews i was a bit sceptical going in with my friends, but pleasantly surprised. The way I put it is its..."
Ihatehashtags
"Enjoyed. Had a beautiful meal ( prawn and calamari salad), at a beautiful setting, on a beautiful day in..."
Mmcsweeney
"Yum Yum Yum. Best Prawn & Calamari salad ever!!!!! The Prawn & Chorizo pizza looked good - will have that next time..."
Eatsomuch
"I had one of the best lunch ever..the food was really nice, the staffs were so polite! Definitely going back..."
RVP
"Oasis. I can't help but pity the very needie foodies that can't appreciate a beautiful oasis in our city. If only they could take something for what..."
Thelma
"Serene place. This place is perfect to come to on a sunny day. The scones are delicious. Being there is very serene. You can just sit back watch..."
Anipsed
"Celebrated a big birthday there. Very friendly helpful staff. Made the day very easy to..."
SusieQ
"Relax by the river. I can't help but notice that all the negative reviews on here are from very high maintenance people. If you want 5-star cuisine..."
Nixon
"A welcome introduction. After recent visits to the boathouse on weekends requiring the mandatory line up in massive queues to pick up food I was..."
Jmart