Butcher Shop Cafe

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Closed todayOpens Mon 7am
72 Hawke St, West Melbourne VIC 3003

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West Melbourne's beloved neighbourhood cafe. St Ali coffee, honest brunch food, and a genuinely warm welcome.

A cosy, compact cafe on a quiet West Melbourne street filled with peace-and-love artwork and a genuinely welcoming neighbourhood energy. Locals meet here for work catchups, lazy breakfasts, and takeaway coffee on the walk to the train. The vibe is unpretentious and warm.

Uses St Ali coffee beans. House-made slices (rocky road and others). Vietnamese braised beef stew available alongside the cafe classics. a nod to the owner Tina's background. Fresh juices. Signature Butcher Shop Cafe sandwich on the menu. Outdoor seating available. Short walk from North Melbourne Station.

Modern Australian cafe with a distinctive Vietnamese-influenced menu thread. The owner (Tina) blends Australian cafe classics with authentic Vietnamese home cooking. a hybrid that makes the food menu genuinely different from standard brunch cafes.

Exceptional value for West Melbourne. Multiple reviewers note it beats nearby fancy breakfast spots on price while matching on quality and portion size. Generous servings and housemade extras at affordable prices.

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Comparing options? See Ample Cafe & Bar nearby · 4.7
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Google rating4.7 ★ · 174 reviews
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72 Hawke St, West Melbourne VIC 3003

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