Phoenician Cafe

St Kilda East's neighbourhood gem: big portions, Lebanese-inspired brunch, and reliably strong coffee

Relaxed and unpretentious neighbourhood cafe with indoor seating, an undercover outdoor deck, and a community-hub feel. Warm and welcoming without any fuss. locals drop in daily and linger over coffee, while dog-walkers from Alma Park make it a post-walk ritual. Cheerful and unhurried.

Pet-friendly with undercover outdoor deck adjacent to Alma Park. Catering service available for events including custom platters. Lebanese-style halal options available on request. Serves Uber Eats. Bounty muffins and homemade cakes on counter.

Mediterranean and Lebanese culinary influence is genuine. the name and menu draw on a Middle Eastern heritage with all-day breakfast options framed in a Lebanese context (herbed mushrooms, falafel wrap, pulled lamb). Not a strict Lebanese restaurant but the influence is authentic rather than decorative.

Strong value consensus from reviewers. generous portions at fair prices with multiple comments that you don't feel ripped off. Weekend and public holiday surcharges of 10-15% apply. A small number of reviewers found individual items expensive (e.g. $15+ croissant), but the majority rate it as honest pricing for the portion size.

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