Where to Find The Best Coffee in Melbourne

Melbourne is a city filled with caffeine lovers and coffee aficionados, all with sky-high standards for their morning brews.

Our superior baristas continually work their magic behind shiny espresso machines, refining the art of the perfect cup. At some of the best new cafes and excellent brunch spots, all the magic happens in-house.

From hole-in-the-wall cafes that attract huge lines every day to airy industrial warehouses designed for caffeine-fuelled catchups, here's where to find the best coffee in Melbourne.

Brother Baba Budan

Brother Baba Budan has been serving up some of the best coffee in Melbourne for almost two decades - as well as serving some iconic looks with their notable chairs hanging from the ceiling. Made using Seven Seeds Coffee beans, each brew never fails to bring a smile to our faces every single time we visit.

With a strong focus on brewing up incredible coffee, this cafe offers a limited food menu of toasties and pastries provided courtesy of Austro Bakery. Fret not, however, as they are the perfect accompaniment for your morning cuppa.

359 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne

Little Rogue 

Little Rogue is a cosy hideaway and a mecca for perfect pours, tucked away along cobblestoned Drewery Lane. This charming cafe draws eager morning crowds with its exceptional coffee, with lines often snaking out the shop.

Stylish yet unpretentious, Little Rogue bursts with personality and is renowned for its coffee, making it a must-visit for any enthusiast. They serve Small Batch’s Candyman beans, ensuring every cup is a delight. 

Sitchu tip: if you're a fan of matcha, they make an incredible brew of this, too.

12 Drewery Lane, Melbourne 

Patricia Coffee Brewers

The always reliable Patricia Coffee Brewers has queues curling down the street every morning because the coffee is just that good.

This petite but mighty spot is a charming mix of European-style espresso bar meets Melbourne innovation. There's a who's who of local guest roasters being brewed up here, including Seven Seeds, Proud Mary, Small Batch and Core, alongside Patricia's house blends and single origins. 

They offer a bounty of delicious goods from their favourite local bakeries, including All Are Welcome and Suclette, pairing perfectly with your coffee of choice. 

Corner of Little Bourke and Little William Streets, Melbourne CBD

Market Lane Coffee

In a city known for its competitive coffee culture, this roaster, retailer and collection of cafes has earned its stripes as a go-to for the best coffee in Melbourne.

Market Lane has been proudly roasting its single origin coffee in Melbourne since 2009. It has eight stylish shops dotted across the city, from a hole-in-the-wall in the heart of Carlton to a bustling cafe on Collins Street that also sells delicious pastries from Tivoli Road Bakery. 

Multiple locations around the city

Dukes Coffee Roasters

At Dukes Coffee the beans reign supreme. The team ethically sources and trades green beans from small farms and cooperatives around the globe.

More than just tasty brews, Dukes prides themselves on their strict quality controls and environmentally sustainable practices. The result? A taste-good, feel-good cup of coffee.

Mingle with the regulars and pop down to their Flinders Lane cafe to see why this is one of the best coffee spots in Melbourne CBD.

Ross House, 247 Flinders Lane, Melbourne

Tone Coffee

People are flocking towards TONE Coffee, where they're all ordering the same thing: the Tiger Bomb Coffee. This is TONE's signature drink, combining a shot of espresso with milk and topped with cream, finished off with just a hint of orange zest. It's a creamy, delicious and slightly citrussy iced coffee - and not one to miss out on.

Cute and cosy, this relatively new cafe is serving not only some of the best coffee in Melbourne, but also mouthwatering toasties.

7/121 High Street, Prahran

Burnside Coffee

Located at the vibrant intersection of Smith and Gertrude Streets, Burnside opens its doors at 6:30am, offering coffee enthusiasts a supreme cup of Seven Seeds coffee to aid in lifting the early morning brain fog.

Renowned for its cosy atmosphere and bustling vibe, Burnside caters to locals seeking the perfect cup—whether for a quick grab-and-go or a leisurely lunch break. Despite its compact size, it exudes a casual charm that makes it one for your regular rotation. 

87A Smith Street, Fitzroy 

Padre Coffee

Padre Coffee has become a certified Melbourne coffee icon. Renowned for its exceptional espresso blends like Golden Rule and Daddy’s Girl, Padre showcases flavours from Guatemala, Papua New Guinea, Colombia, and Brazil. Their commitment to quality starts with sourcing the finest beans and mastering the art of roasting.

With a welcoming atmosphere and a passion for excellence, Padre Coffee is a must-visit for any coffee looking for a smooth, creamy and dreamy cup of Joe. 

438 Lygon Street, Brunswick East 

Stall 33, South Melbourne Market, South Melbourne 

Calere 

Calere Coffee is another standout in Melbourne's vibrant coffee scene, loved by locals for its commitment to quality brews.  

Nestled in the heart of Fitzroy, Calere sources premium beans from around the globe, ensuring each cup bursts with distinct and rich flavours.

The cosy, Japanese-inspired interior offers a serene ambiance, perfect for savouring your brew. Whether you're a coffee connoisseur or just looking for a comforting cup, Calere Coffee provides an exceptional experience that embodies the essence of Melbourne's renowned coffee culture.

Shop 1/166 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy

Good Measure

In a warm and inviting timber-clad setting, Good Measure exudes the ambiance of a Japanese listening bar found in the heart of Tokyo. Beyond its charming facade, this cafe and bar boasts more than just ambiance; it's a haven for coffee aficionados seeking the finest brews in town.

But that's not all – indulge your taste buds with their acclaimed Mont Blanc, hailed by those in the know as the epitome of perfection in a glass. 

From its cosy atmosphere to its morning through night culinary delights, Good Measure promises a fantastic experience no matter what you're in the mood for.

193 Lygon Street, Carlton 

The Rosso Coffee Experience

A new destination dedicated to devoted coffee aficionados, The Rosso Coffee Experience is redefining what we know about espressos and lattes.

The beautifully converted warehouse in North Melbourne is home to a make-your-own coffee bar, a roaster out the back, incredible food and a team of passionate coffee experts.

Whether you swing by to pick up your brew to-go or take the time to learn the art of coffee from the pros, one thing is guaranteed - this is home to some of the best coffee in Melbourne.

117 Dryburgh Street, North Melbourne

Core Roasters 

Sustainable. Thoughtful. Delicious. Balanced. Core Roasters is the latest Brunswick East coffee roaster to storm the scene with caffeine-boosting aplomb. 

At Core, they choose coffees that are expressive of their origin and roast them with care to showcase and celebrate what’s important; people and flavour. It shows in every cup, and is an instant classic in our books.

Sitchu Tip: If you are looking for something different, try the brewed Taiwanese tea that's iced and lightly gassed, sweetened and fermented into a fruit syrup sipping confection. 

14 Barkly Street, Brunswick

Standing Room Coffee

Established in 2013, Standing Room Coffee has been dedicated to serving up some of the best coffee in Melbourne to exhausted students across RMIT and University of Melbourne campuses.

Now, they're providing some familiarity to your morning schedule, with a refined cafe experience found in Fitzroy North.

The sunny corner spot is the perfect stop for some beautifully brewed beans and nourishing breakfast dishes and come summer, the iced latte is a must for strolling through the nearby Edi Gardens. 

187 St Georges Road, Fitzroy North

INI Coffee & INI Studio

This is one of our absolute favourite coffee in Melbourne destinations, not least due to the minimalist design you get to revel in as you enjoy the elaborate flavours INI Studio's artisanal coffee imbues in every sip.

At INI, they pride themselves on brewing refined, inventive and unique blends to take your morning coffee to the next level. Seriously, they have the Midas touch when it comes to serving up a perfect cup of reviving gold.

Sitchu Tip: Try the Banoffee dessert with your creme iced latte, honeycomb iced coffee, or cube coffee.   

62 Smith Street, Collingwood 

225 Queensberry Street, Carlton            

Campos Coffee 

Sydney's award-winning Campos Coffee opened its first flagship Melbourne café — and it's here that you'll find some of the best coffee in Melbourne.

Positioned at the bustling Toorak Road end of Chapel Street, this cosy hub is perfect for your next caffeine fix.

Try it for yourself alongside freshly baked pastries and savoury sandwiches from Glen Iris based bakery and patisserie AM Bakehouse at the South Yarra store.

572 Chapel Street, South Yarra

Industry Beans

Industry Beans' quintessentially Fitzroy HQ boasts everything we love about Melbourne's coffee culture — the light-filled industrial space is always abuzz with activity, the coffee is roasted on-site, and you can pick up your favourite blend to take home with you.

Whether it's a classic espresso, a cold brew or a unique bubble coffee, you're in for a powerful and delicious caffeine hit.

Want to skip the queues? Order direct from the website to get the Industry Beans experience at home. Better yet, opt for the coffee subscription so you never run out!

70-76 Westgarth Street, Fitzroy

Other locations in Melbourne CBD and Chadstone

ST. ALi Coffee Roasters

No roundup of the best coffee in Melbourne would be complete without mention of local institution ST. ALi.

Constantly redefining coffee culture and partnering with the best local brands, these guys are all about doing things differently, having fun while they're at it and supporting their community.

12-18 Yarra Place, South Melbourne

Code Black Coffee

Code Black Coffee takes its coffee seriously, and they’re just as passionate about teaching the public how it’s done.

At their industrial Brunswick HQ, you can sit in on a cupping session before sipping on your brew of choice (and there are plenty to choose from!). Then, dive into their popular brunch menu, which is served seven days a week.

With six spots across the city and a successful wholesale business to their name, don't just take our word for it when we say these guys sling some of the best coffee in Melbourne.

Multiple locations across the city

Seven Seeds Coffee Roasters

Seven Seeds is a big name in the roasting world and their namesake café - in Carlton in a restored warehouse - is the perfect place to try their specialty beans.

Over 100 seats cater to their vast base of regulars, who return for the trusty brews and beans. They’re all about supporting coffee producers and purchasing their beans directly from the source.

You can visit their website to find the origin and make-up of each blend, alongside how much they paid the producer for the raw beans. This way, the coffee drinker knows what they’re getting, and the producer is getting fairly treated. Nothing like coffee that tastes good, while doing good.

114 Berkeley Street, Carlton

Proud Mary Coffee Roasters

Coffee wholesalers and espresso specialists, the team at Proud Mary Coffee Roasters pride themselves on producing consistently great coffee.

Whether it’s single origin from Brazil, filtered with honey or a decaf blend, all caffeine persuasions are satisfied.

Want to know more about the coffee process? Head around the corner to sister venue Aunty Peg’s and get involved in their free, weekly community cupping session. 

172 Oxford Street, Collingwood

Locavore Studio

Venture a bit further out of the city to Lilydale and discover Locavore Studio, a true coffee haven. This charming spot, newly renovated and bathed in natural light, houses Proximal Coffee, a roastery that draws caffeine enthusiasts from near and far.

Nestled at the back of the newly renovated space, Proximal Coffee offers freshly roasted beans, expertly brewed filtered coffee, and enriching espresso conversations. 

Locavore Studio further delights visitors with its seasonal brunch menu available daily, while Saturdays feature a unique coffee-tasting session at Proximal.

This delightful fusion of culinary excellence and top-notch coffee makes Locavore Studio a must-visit destination for the best coffee in Melbourne.

148 Main Street, Lilydale

Now you know where to find the best coffee in Melbourne to start your day, continue searching the city for the best brew with our roundup of Melbourne's best pubs. If you're after a more refined meal, peruse our guide to Melbourne's best fine diners and hottest new restaurants.