International Coffee Day: Smell the coffee, Melbourne style!

‘Coffee beans, happiness, and me’. If that’s your motto, then here’s your ultimate guide this International Coffee Day to grab the best cup of regional coffee in Melbourne…

So you are heading to Melbourne, and of course, your itinerary highlights visits to the Melbourne Arts Precinct, the National Gallery of Victoria, the various restaurants, bars, plazas by the Yarra River… As it must when you are in one of the most liveable cities on earth and one which also boasts of enviable cultural diversity. However, rework your itinerary a bit. Tweak things around as you are also in coffee paradise. Coffee is a serious thing here, mate! Your average joe (yes, we know) at the corner coffee shop and professional baristas can talk about siphons and cold drips and pour-overs and roasteries till you probably want to just happily drown in a coffee urn. So, make sure to drop by these cafes and become a true javaphile!

Prophet Coffee Room

Sit. Sip. Sigh. Contentment is yours for the taking as members of The Blessed Bean (Albury/Wodonga’s premier coffee roaster) take you on a memorable coffee journey. With delectable aromas wafting about you, you’ll be able to savour the innate richness of the coffee beans and marvel at the process by which they have been roasted.

2 South Street, Dacing Hovell Street, Wodonga, Victoria, 3690

The Shot House & Southern Addictions Coffee

Ok coffeeholic, we’ve got you covered. Waltz into The Shot House for some freshly roasted coffee, served with fresh organic milk. This specialty coffee bar and beanery specialises in organic beans, making for an unforgettable experience. What’s more, after you’ve relished your cup-of-joe, you can also buy some beans, giftware, brewing equipment, etc. How’s that for coffee capers?

2 Village Walk, Yarragon, Victoria, 3823

Das Kaffeehaus—Coffee Basics

Yes, we know you are in Melbourne. But want a taste of Vienna while you saunter about this sports-crazy city? Drift into Das Kaffeehaus and mingle with other tourists and locals alike, specially on a weekend. Relish the small-batch micro-roasted coffee from the in-house roaster—Coffee Basics—and find the true meaning of satisfaction! And of course, the bites here are irresistible as well. From goulash to baked quark souffle, the European menu has it all. Sausages, anyone?

9 Walker Street, Castlemaine, Victoria, 3450

Sixpence Coffee

Not everything has to be big and shiny. Nip into this family-owned and run coffee roaster and café, and be pleasantly surprised. With locally roasted beans doing the talking, each sip is precious nectar. And yes, we hope you go there after walking about a bit as it’s impossible to resist the goodies on offer. Especially if they are house-baked sourdough. And sweet treats. And to kill for decadent doughnuts. We’ve warned you.

35 Churchill Avenue, Bright, Victoria, 3741

Little Rebel Coffee Roastery

You are special. As is this specialist coffee roastery. Its supply list includes the absolute hottest cafes on the Mornington Peninsula, and beyond. Don’t fret, you can grab some takeaway coffee from their fabulously funky warehouse (in the Dromana Industrial Estate), or just buy some freshly roasted beans. Of course, you can park yourself and just soak in the atmosphere while enjoying your coffee as well! Check out their coffee-making supplies… Your vacay budget may need to be replenished!

22 Collins Road, Dromana, Victoria, 3936

Commonfolk Coffee Company

Admit that the name has you intrigued! As it should… This outlet pays special attention to guests with special needs, be it vision impairment, mobility issues or behavioural challenges. Add to that their freshly roasted coffee with a gut-busting breakfast or sumptuous lunch, and you are sorted for the next many hours. Located in the back streets of Mornington, their motto seems to be to bring good people and good coffee together! And yes, the salty sea breeze from Port Philip Bay is the whipped cream on your Dalgona.

16 Progress Street, Mornington, Victoria, 3931