Moonee Ponds Cafe

A back-street cafe serving all-day breakfast and brunch, alongside a dog-friendly courtyard

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We're a corner cafe hidden amongst the leafy backstreets of Moonee Ponds. Our converted corner store is the perfect haven for long over-due catchups or your daily coffee run.

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Breakfast, Brunch & Specialty Coffee

Our all-day menu features your favourite breakfast classics. Along with delicious brunch and lunch items; we make as much in-house as possible, with nothing but local ingredients.

Our coffee is provided by our friends at Industry Beans in Fitzroy. And out the back, we have our relaxing courtyard; the perfect haven for those with prams or furry canine friends.

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Your new favourite local

Pooch Perfect

Our dog-friendly courtyard is perfect for you and your four legged friend.

Dietary Friendly

Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free; we can do it all.

Coffee Lovers

Want a flat white or a long black? We’ll make it how you love it.

Seasonal Menu

We change up our menu regulary to make-use of seasonal ingredients.

Life is better on the backstreets

FAQs

Do you offer vegetarian & vegan options?

Yes, our menu features items that are vegetarian and vegan. Chat to our friendly staff before ordering and they’ll look after you.

Do you take bookings?

Yes, we take reservations. While bookings are recommended we do accept walk-ins.

Can I bring my dog?

Yes, dogs are welcome! We have space down the side and in our courtyard for all furry friends. Dogs are not allowed inside due to regulations.

The word on the street

"Terrific local venue with good food, excellent consistent coffee and very accomodating staff. Our kids also enjoy going there which makes it an easy choice for us. The place looks fresh and rejuvenated after it’s mini-renovation over Christmas."

Eoin Kearns

"One of the best cafes in Melbourne! The staff are all amazing and the food is to die for. They also have the best gluten free options which is amazing. 100% recommend Darling Street Espresso to everyone!"

Ella-Jean

"We were staying at a friend's house around the corner and decided to have breakfast here. The coffee was great and the food exceptional! Highly recommended!"

Nick B

"So good I literally am moving into a house on darling street just to accommodate my addiction to the breakfast bun (with a side of avocado)"

Madison Smith

"What a gorgeous little place. Their menu looks amazing so will definitely be back to try various dishes. I started off with the chilli scramble as my first dish. Delightful"

Candi P