Best Specialty Coffee in Melbourne

Collingwood, Melbourne

Iconic café and roastery setting the standard for Melbourne’s brunch and specialty coffee culture.

Brunswick, Melbourne

Relaxed vibrant coffee spot

Brighton, Melbourne

Brighton café led by Japanese baristas excelling in latte art and espresso precision with premium single-origin beans

Brunswick, Melbourne

Japanese-inspired small batch roastery and minimalist café in an industrial loft.

Brunswick, Melbourne

Award-winning specialty coffee roaster and café known for quality and community focus.

Port Melbourne, Melbourne

On-site roastery specializing in experimental processing—anaerobic Ethiopian microlots and single origins roasted behind visible roastery windows

Collingwood, Melbourne

Minimalist micro-roaster acclaimed for respectful, detail-obsessed roasts and filter mastery.

CBD, Melbourne

Renowned sustainability-focused specialty roaster and espresso bar, consistently among Melbourne’s top 10.

Collingwood, Melbourne

Industrial-chic specialty brew bar, home to Proud Mary Coffee’s advanced extraction & education center.

Carlton, Melbourne

Minimal Carlton studio spotlighting punchy single origins and their INI Gang dessert-like blend on milk-based espresso

Richmond, Melbourne

Roastery and cafe with specialty blends and single origins.

CBD, Melbourne

Specialty cozy roast cafe in central Melbourne

Prahran, Melbourne

Trendy specialty café with stylish fitout and an industry-leading pour-over bar.

CBD, Melbourne

City specialty coffee spot located on Victoria Street and part of the Queen Victoria Market, a beloved and historic Melbourne food institution.

CBD, Melbourne

Championship pedigree roaster with 2 World & 7 Australian Barista titles serving their own beans at CBD flagship

Southbank, Melbourne

Southbank's community-focused café delivering consistently smooth, well-balanced espresso with friendly service and exceptional value

Brunswick, Melbourne

Flagship roastery and café serving specialty coffees every day.

Brunswick East, Melbourne

Coffee bean curator showcasing rotating single origins through filter and creative signature drinks with Japanese influences

CBD, Melbourne

Japanese-style stand-up bar serving specialty sandwiches and top-tier filter coffee.

South Melbourne, Melbourne

Neighborhood cafe pulling St. Ali espresso for South Melbourne locals, with friendly service and a focus on community regulars

CBD, Melbourne

Melbourne roastery with Nucleus Link roaster offering drip coffee, espresso, and direct wholesale service to cafes across Australia

Fitzroy, Melbourne

Cafe and roastery in a warehouse setting

Brunswick, Melbourne

Neighborhood branch of Byron Bay’s respected café brand with friendly local vibes and specialty coffee offerings.

Carlton, Melbourne

Carlton cafe and wine bar known for their signature Mont Blanc cold brew topped with orange-scented cream alongside quality espresso

Docklands, Melbourne

Convenient Puzzle flagship at Southern Cross Station with speedy coffee and takeaway snacks.

Southbank, Melbourne

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CBD, Melbourne

Intentional brewing with thermal-washed drip coffee and specialty signature drinks near Queen Victoria Market

Carlton, Melbourne

Campus café tucked inside the Ian Potter Museum serving consistently well-extracted espresso at accessible prices

CBD, Melbourne

Industrial-chic café located in the lobby of the prestigious 360 Collins tower.

Hawthorn, Melbourne

Beloved suburban roastery and café with high-volume breakfast, brunch, and coffee.

Richmond, Melbourne

Award-winning, artisan-driven roastery and specialty coffee bar in a light-filled warehouse space.

Doncaster, Melbourne

Bustling roastery café in Westfield Doncaster with seasonal single origins and premium brunch.

CBD, Melbourne

Luxurious espresso bar serving diverse single origins that caters to office workers and coffee enthusiasts.

CBD, Melbourne

Beautiful city coffee shop with a focus on quality and ethically sourced coffee.

CBD, Melbourne

Minimalist specialty coffee shop known for house blends, playful lattes, and social impact ethos.

Chadstone, Melbourne

Coffee & all-day dining destination

Cremorne, Melbourne

Roaster-cafe from 2x World Barista Champ winners with spacious Richmond venue and custom-ground beans to take home

Prahran, Melbourne

Exceptional specialty coffee located in the bustling Dairy Hall at the Queen Victoria Market.

Carlton, Melbourne

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CBD, Melbourne

Specialty coffee location in a leafy green part of Melbourne CBD.

Parkville, Melbourne

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Carlton, Melbourne

Roastery and tea specialist brewing seasonally sourced, small-batch coffee with a focus on producer relationships and craft since 2013

North Melbourne, Melbourne

Direct-trade focused roaster-cafe sourcing from Colombian farms and Guatemalan smallholders in Huehuetenango with batch filter offerings

Degraves Street, Melbourne

Axil's CBD outpost serving home-roasted beans from 2x World & 7x Australian Barista Champions

CBD, Melbourne

Melbourne's original coffee roaster since 1938, crafting single origins and signature blends with over 85 years of roasting expertise

Hawthorn, Melbourne

The original Hawthorn flagship where Axil began, home to 2 World and 7 Australian Barista Champions

Abbotsford, Melbourne

Roastery cellar door in Abbotsford offering rotating single origins on espresso and filter, part of Melbourne's co-roasting cooperative

Cheltenham, Melbourne

Industrial roastery café in Cheltenham where beans are roasted on-site, serving their own specialty roasts with a welcoming team

CBD, Melbourne

Multi-roastery operation roasting 80+ scoring seasonal beans on a Diedrich, with filter and espresso from globally sourced lots

CBD, Melbourne

Intentional brewing and specialty matcha in a laneway hideaway with vintage charm and a thoughtfully minimal approach to coffee

Cremorne, Melbourne

Roastery cafe in Cremorne pouring their own expertly roasted specialty beans with creative latte art and communal workspace

Collingwood, Melbourne

Ethiopian-origin roaster serving direct-sourced coffee from owner's family farm in Ageyo village, with pour over and batch brew options

Parkville, Melbourne

ST. ALi roaster outpost on the University of Melbourne campus serving their renowned single-origin espresso and filter coffees in a sunlit cultural hub

Hawthorn, Melbourne

Direct-sourcing Yunnan specialty coffee, roasted in-house in Melbourne, featuring multi-staged fermentation beans from ancient forest farms

West Melbourne, Melbourne

Roaster-academy hybrid since 2000 with direct-trade sourcing, training facilities, and hands-on education in specialty coffee craft

Camberwell, Melbourne

Multi-roastery operation roasting 80+ scoring seasonal beans in small batches on their Diedrich roaster, from Camberwell origins to CBD expansion

Balaclava, Melbourne

Iconic Balaclava roastery since 1969 with over 50 single origins hand-roasted daily, plus green beans for home roasters

CBD, Melbourne

Japanese specialty coffee outpost pouring beans from Tokyo's Glitch, Onibus, Weekenders, and Kyoto's Kurasu alongside premium matcha

Prahran, Melbourne

2015 World Latte Art Champion Caleb 'Tiger' Cha's Prahran outpost, home of the signature Tiger Bomb espresso creation

Richmond, Melbourne

Industrial-chic Richmond hideaway rotating Melbourne's best roasters with serious coffee credentials and seasonal brunch menu

Warburton, Melbourne

Yarra Valley roastery HQ since 2010 with coffee bar, tasting flights, and home brewing gear from Hario to AeroPress

CBD, Melbourne

Contemporary café and micro-roaster with an acclaimed menu of espresso, filter, and creative plates.

Wantirna, Melbourne

Locally owned Wantirna café serving smooth, well-extracted espresso with a focus on quality-driven coffee and seasonal menu

CBD, Melbourne

In-house roaster serving experimental co-fermented coffees like strawberry cheesecake alongside Colombian and Ethiopian blends

Collingwood, Melbourne

Roastery headquarters showcasing air-roasted specialty coffee with precision brewing and an industrial courtyard setting

North Melbourne, Melbourne

Family-run roastery and café serving their own Melbourne-roasted beans, with signature Evolve blend showcasing chocolate, berry, and honeycomb notes

Docklands, Melbourne

Solo barista-run operation in Docklands serving oat lattes with passion, maintaining craft coffee culture despite challenging times

Brunswick, Melbourne

In-house roastery led by champion Anne Cooper with 30+ years experience, precision roasting single origins in a sprawling Brunswick space

South Yarra, Melbourne

Minimalist specialty coffee bar known for pour-overs and consistent quality.

Richmond, Melbourne

Cutting-edge café, roastery, & tasting studio focusing on experimental specialty coffee.

Abbotsford, Melbourne

Wellington-born roastery with an arty Abbotsford warehouse space pouring their own specialty beans alongside filter options

Brooklyn, Melbourne

Melbourne roastery serving small-batch, freshly roasted beans with open brewing sessions and AeroPress guides for home enthusiasts

CBD, Melbourne

Unpretentious espresso bar and roastery, a staple for regulars.

CBD, Melbourne

Small, sleek café offering benchmark espresso and seasonal filter in a business hub.

Mount Waverley, Melbourne

Melbourne roastery crafting small-batch specialty coffee with ethically sourced beans and in-house roasting for maximum freshness

CBD, Melbourne

Axil Coffee's Galleria outpost serving Melbourne-roasted beans from a roastery with 2 World & 7 Australian Barista Champions

South Melbourne, Melbourne

South Melbourne Market roaster offering fresh, balanced blends roasted on-site and shipped direct—simple coffee philosophy

Brunswick East, Melbourne

Small-batch roastery in Brunswick East focused on sustainable sourcing, thoughtful roasting, and innovation with purpose

Blackburn, Melbourne

Roastery and cafe showcasing farm-direct single origins with meticulous lot-specific roasting and strong producer relationships

Brunswick, Melbourne

Brunswick roastery café where beans are roasted on-site and shipped within days of roasting for maximum freshness

CBD, Melbourne

Serving Symmetry Coffee roasted beans with expert baristas pulling consistently excellent shots during Melbourne's morning rush

Chadstone, Melbourne

Sustainable Puzzle outlet in a major shopping mall serving ethical coffee and eco-minded community.

Brunswick, Melbourne

Japanese-inspired micro roaster serving unique blends like sakura in handmade ceramic cups with V60 available

Chadstone, Melbourne

Championship pedigree roaster's outpost in Chadstone – 2 World & 7 Australian Barista Champions call this home

St Kilda Road, Melbourne

Hidden espresso bar in a city lane, specializing in strong coffee and swift service.

Mornington, Melbourne

Roasting their own partnership coffees since 2013, this B Corp-certified operation combines direct sourcing ethics with quality brewing

Southbank, Melbourne

Compact roastery in a shipping container, with seating overlooking the river.

Prahran, Melbourne

Market Lane's second Prahran Market shop, located in the bustling Harvest Hall.

Bonbeach, Melbourne

Family-owned micro-roastery crafting single-origin, direct trade coffees from small producer co-ops and nano-lots with full traceability

Carnegie, Melbourne

Neighbourhood specialty spot beside Carnegie station serving filter coffee alongside espresso, with a welcoming approach to coffee craft

CBD, Melbourne

Axil's CBD outpost serving their acclaimed house roasts with serious barista precision and QR code convenience

Reservoir, Melbourne

Reservoir roastery and cafe serving consistently smooth espresso with nutty characteristics and reasonable pricing

Melbourne Airport, Melbourne

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Carlton, Melbourne

Trailblazing roaster-café fusing direct trade, next-level brunch, and industry leadership.

CBD, Melbourne

Cult-status city nook famed for Seven Seeds filter, espresso, and ceiling-hung chairs.

CBD, Melbourne

Trendy laneway café with signature bagels, all-day brunch and specialty coffee.

Docklands, Melbourne

House-roasted beans served with friendly efficiency at this busy grab-and-go spot opening early for the CBD crowd

CBD, Melbourne

Specialty coffee roaster with a beautiful espresso bar.

CBD, Melbourne

Compact espresso bar from Market Lane, focused on fast specialty service and superb batch brews.

CBD, Melbourne

Sleek glass kiosk serving Japanese-style filter, matcha, and strong espresso in the city center.

Melbourne Airport, Melbourne

Modern airport café with specialty focus, retail, and takeaway options.

St Kilda Road, Melbourne

Minimalist outpost in leafy St Kilda offering refined espresso, filter coffee and Japanese-inspired bites.

CBD, Melbourne

Eco-forward micro-roaster and vegan-friendly café serving unique single origins and plant-based treats.

Preston, Melbourne

House roastery in Preston's industrial-chic precinct serving mellow roasts alongside breakfast and lunch in cozy digs

Southbank, Melbourne

Riverside Southbank location serving espresso and specialty drinks including Einspänner, with efficient service in a busy precinct

Brunswick East, Melbourne

Original roasting HQ with a café, brew bar, and retail coffee gear for home.

CBD, Melbourne

Market Lane's Queen St shop opened in spring 2022 in the historic Mercat Cross building at the Queen Victoria Market.

CBD, Melbourne

Market Lane's newest (and smallest) shop, located in the iconic, art deco Mitchell House building right in the heart of Melbourne’s bustling CBD.

CBD, Melbourne

Bright, high-traffic Puzzle outpost next to Melbourne Central’s entrance, focused on fast specialty coffee and playful drinks.

CBD, Melbourne

Hidden laneway gem serving rich, aromatic filter coffee and precisely crafted milk-based espresso in a cozy setting

Kensington, Melbourne

Certified B-Corp roastery's espresso bar pouring their own knockout blends and transparently sourced single origins in Kensington

South Melbourne, Melbourne

Pioneering Melbourne roaster since 2005 serving their own beans including acclaimed Italo Disco blend alongside rotating single origins

CBD, Melbourne

Axil's flagship roaster cafe in a CBD lobby pouring their award-winning house roasts with attention to craft

North Melbourne, Melbourne

Japanese-influenced brew bar with detailed tasting notes, single origin options, and pour over service alongside espresso

Mornington, Melbourne

Tucked-away specialty coffee spot on Mornington's Main Street delivering velvety flat whites with rich crema and no bitterness

North Melbourne, Melbourne

Cozy industrial-chic café serving espresso, batch brew and brunch daily.

Richmond, Melbourne

Flagship roastery and café with full kitchen, outstanding specialty coffee and educational space.

Collingwood, Melbourne

Artisanal micro-bakery with cult pastries and a quality cup of filter, batch or espresso.

CBD, Melbourne

Central city destination for meticulously brewed single origins and rotating filter menu.

South Melbourne, Melbourne

Bustling market espresso stall, famed among locals for specialty espresso and bags to go.

Cremorne, Melbourne

Elegant espresso bar and roastery.

North Melbourne, Melbourne

In-house roastery crafting signature blends like Veneto and Dolce with tasting notes spanning caramel to dark chocolate

Fitzroy, Melbourne

Espresso school and cafe offering renowned Australian coffees and brunch options with an educational vibe.

CBD, Melbourne

Specialty coffee powerhouse with 2 World Barista Champions and 7 Australian Champions on the team

Kew, Melbourne

Champion barista-led outpost from Melbourne roasting leaders, home to 2 World and 7 Australian Barista Champions

CBD, Melbourne

Specialty coffee and ceremonial-grade matcha bar in the CBD, with well-executed milk drinks and freshly whisked matcha

Brunswick, Melbourne

Innovative specialty coffee shop focused on direct trade beans and experimental brews.

Docklands, Melbourne

Champion barista HQ from Melbourne roasters with 2 World and 7 Australian Barista Championship titles under their belt

South Yarra, Melbourne

Australian specialty roaster Campos serves their signature blends and single origins from their South Yarra outpost with courtyard seating

CBD, Melbourne

Compact Melbourne CBD coffee bar featuring their signature Little Temperance blend with fresh roastery delivery and grab-and-go service

CBD, Melbourne

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CBD, Melbourne

Melbourne CBD coffee bar serving quality espresso and filter coffee alongside Vietnamese-inspired breakfast fare

Windsor, Melbourne

Heritage Melbourne roaster with 60+ years of expertise, roasting small batches daily in-house on Chapel Street since the 1970s

Thornbury, Melbourne

Melbourne roaster since 1965 with onsite roastery, retail coffee and barista accessories, plus a dog-friendly brew bar

Degraves Street, Melbourne

Micro-roastery founded by Tim Williams (Intelligentsia, Square Mile, World AeroPress Championship) roasting on a Loring S15 Falcon

CBD, Melbourne

Specialty coffee haven in the Emporium strand featuring top-tier Melbourne baristas and rotating selection of specialty beans

CBD, Melbourne

Popular café known for dark interior, quality roasts and a stylish environment.

South Melbourne, Melbourne

Vibrant café opposite South Melbourne Market, famed for brunch and specialty coffee.

CBD, Melbourne

Cult classic micro-bar serving only espresso, filter, and batch.

Cheltenham, Melbourne

Roastery-cafe where owner George roasts on-site, serving house blends and rotating single origins like Brazilian beans

Prahran, Melbourne

Market Lane's oldest and largest shop, located in the historic, bustling Prahran Market, alongside some of Melbourne’s best food retailers.

Collingwood, Melbourne

Multi-roaster cafe in the heritage Yorkshire Brewery Tower, rotating single origins from world-class roasters alongside classic espresso blends