Gather Round Panini

Black Rock's woodfired panini spot. house-made dough, named creations, dog-friendly courtyard.

A warm, neighbourhood-first spot with a relaxed and social energy. New decor with bench seating, charging cables at the bench, a dog-friendly outdoor courtyard, and good music. Run by a passionate family team. Steve and Abraham are cited by name as the heart of the operation. Feels brand-new but instantly community-rooted.

House-made woodfired panini dough that reviewers consistently single out as the defining difference from any other panini spot. Gluten-free panini option available and described as indistinguishable from the standard. Dog-friendly courtyard with outdoor seating. Charging cables at bench seating. Connected to Gather Round Pizza in Templestowe (same team, same dough-first philosophy). Fresh blueberry scrolls and other baked goods also available.

Italian-influenced panini tradition elevated through house-made woodfired dough. the fillings blend Italian-heritage ingredients (stracciatella, sufi, eggplant) with contemporary Australian cafe sensibility.

Reviewers describe the servings as large and the pricing as not overpriced given the craft involved. The house-made dough and quality ingredients position it at the premium end of the cafe/sandwich category without feeling excessive.

Summary drafted with AI from public reviews.