How far is specialty coffee from Carlton Gardens?

The closest specialty cafe to Carlton Gardens is Axil Coffee Lonsdale, about a 3-minute walk away. In total there are 18 specialty coffee shops within roughly a 15-minute walk.

What is the best specialty coffee near Carlton Gardens?

Highly rated specialty options near Carlton Gardens include Axil Coffee Lonsdale, The League of Honest Coffee, Traveller Coffee. Every cafe on this page is independent and curated for specialty quality, with no chains.

Can I walk to these cafes from Carlton Gardens?

Yes. Every cafe listed is within walking distance of Carlton Gardens (about a 15-minute walk or less), so you can grab great coffee on foot before or after your visit.

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Specialty Coffee near Carlton Gardens, Melbourne

18 specialty cafes within a 15-minute walk · Melbourne, Australia

Carlton Gardens is one of Melbourne's busiest spots, and there is excellent specialty coffee within easy reach. These are the 18 closest independent, specialty-grade cafes, no chains, all within about a 15-minute walk and ordered by distance.

3 min walk

Axil Coffee Lonsdale - specialty coffee shop in Melbourne

Axil Coffee Lonsdale

CBD, Melbourne

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

Opens at 7:00 AM

4 min walk

The League of Honest Coffee - specialty coffee shop in Melbourne

The League of Honest Coffee

CBD, Melbourne

Unpretentious espresso bar and roastery, a staple for regulars.

Opens at 6:30 AM

5 min walk

Traveller Coffee - specialty coffee shop in Melbourne

Traveller Coffee

CBD, Melbourne

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

Opens at 7:00 AM

7 min walk

Black Velvet Coffee - specialty coffee shop in Melbourne

Black Velvet Coffee

CBD, Melbourne

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

Opens at 7:00 AM

7 min walk

Axil Coffee Southern Cross Lane - specialty coffee shop in Melbourne

Axil Coffee Southern Cross Lane

CBD, Melbourne

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

Opens at 7:00 AM

8 min walk

Assembly - Carlton - specialty coffee shop in Melbourne

Assembly - Carlton

Carlton, Melbourne

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

Opens at 7:00 AM

8 min walk

Market Lane Coffee Collins Street - specialty coffee shop in Melbourne

Market Lane Coffee Collins Street

CBD, Melbourne

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

Opens at 7:00 AM

8 min walk

Poolhouse Coffee - specialty coffee shop in Melbourne

Poolhouse Coffee

CBD, Melbourne

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

Opens at 7:00 AM

9 min walk

Hikari - specialty coffee shop in Melbourne

Hikari

CBD, Melbourne

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

Opens at 8:00 AM

9 min walk

Little Rogue. - specialty coffee shop in Melbourne

Little Rogue.

CBD, Melbourne

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

Opens at 7:30 AM

9 min walk

Quists Coffee - specialty coffee shop in Melbourne

Quists Coffee

CBD, Melbourne

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

Opens at 8:00 AM

10 min walk

Otherside Coffee - specialty coffee shop in Melbourne

Otherside Coffee

CBD, Melbourne

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

Opens at 6:30 AM

10 min walk

Good Measure - specialty coffee shop in Melbourne

Good Measure

Carlton, Melbourne

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

Opens at 8:00 AM

10 min walk

Axil Coffee Flinders Lane - specialty coffee shop in Melbourne

Axil Coffee Flinders Lane

CBD, Melbourne

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

Opens at 7:00 AM

10 min walk

Puzzle Coffee (Melbourne Central) - specialty coffee shop in Melbourne

Puzzle Coffee (Melbourne Central)

CBD, Melbourne

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

Opens at 7:30 AM

10 min walk

SAINT DREUX - specialty coffee shop in Melbourne

SAINT DREUX

CBD, Melbourne

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

Opens at 11:00 AM

11 min walk

Axil Coffee Spring Street - specialty coffee shop in Melbourne

Axil Coffee Spring Street

CBD, Melbourne

Specialty coffee in Melbourne.

Opens at 7:00 AM

11 min walk

Axil Coffee Melbourne Central - specialty coffee shop in Melbourne

Axil Coffee Melbourne Central

CBD, Melbourne

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

Opens at 7:00 AM