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Baby Elephant

33 Parker St, Footscray VIC 3011, Australia

Recommended by 29 people

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33 Parker St, Footscray VIC 3011, Australia

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+61 432 268 700
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

Plan your visit

About Baby Elephant

On the corner of Parker and Hyde, this Footscray pit stop pulls serious espresso and serves fresh cafe staples. Snag a sheltered curbside table for an iced maccha or slip inside beneath leafy house plants and elephant artwork. Locals drop by for morning flat whites with warm smiles and banter behind the bar—ordering crisp ham, cheese, and tomato toasties, smashed avo strewn with pomegranate, or poached eggs on sourdough.

  • Covered outdoor street seating: Sheltered curbside tables offer sun and rain protection, backed by compact indoor corner seating beside large windows.
  • Specialty coffee and daytime eats: Espresso, iced maccha, and hot chocolate paired with savoury toasties, sweet brownie bites, and brunch staples.
  • Elephant decor and botanical vibes: A warm neighbourhood spot styled with potted plants, elephant paintings, and thoughtful touches for regulars.
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Why Choose Baby Elephant

Why Footscray locals and passersby make this cozy corner spot their daily routine

  • Reliably High-Standard Morning Coffee

    Consistently extracted specialty coffee, from balanced lattes to rich long blacks, made promptly to routine preferences.

    The coffee is phenomenal; (I used to have a normal almond latte and now a decaf almond latte - can’t taste the difference)!

    Ebony Papak

  • Comforting Cafe Bites to Power the Day

    Satisfying breakfast and lunch staples such as poached eggs on sourdough and warm ham, cheese, and tomato toasties.

    make the best Ham Cheese Tomato Toastie and Coffee/Hot Chocolate that powers me through the day.

    George Wakim

  • Weather-Covered Outdoor Corner Seating

    An sheltered exterior setup positioned on a corner lot, shielding cyclists, joggers, and walkers from sun and rain.

    the cover outside allows for out side seating with shade for sun and the rain.

    elwyn F3011

  • Convenient Neighborhood Pit Stop

    A natural pause point for study breaks or strolls towards Yarraville Garden, accommodating dogs and cyclists with ease.

    Popular area for locals, joggers, bikers & doggy walkers.

    Mariama AB

  • Welcoming Service That Knows Your Details

    Thoughtful personal touches and genuine warmth, where staff learn names, remember custom drink orders, and greet guests with a smile.

    All the staff are gracious, kind, and remember all the little details. They know our names, orders

    Ebony Papak

  • Cozy Charm with Botanical and Themed Decor

    A tranquil interior complete with elephant motifs, vibrant green plants, and background music made for slow neighborhood downtime.

    They have done an amazing job with decorating the place with beautiful plants and elephant paintings and statues.

    Michelle S

Customer favorites for breakfast and daily routine breaks

  • Ham Cheese Tomato Toastie

    make the best Ham Cheese Tomato Toastie and Coffee/Hot Chocolate that powers me through the day.

    George Wakim

  • Poached Eggs and Hollandaise Sauce on Sourdough Toast

    I had perfect poached eggs and hollandaise sauce on sourdough toast.

    chris graham

  • Smashed Avo with Halloumi

    Had the smashed avo with halloumi and one of the best I've ate. I like the addition of pomegranate.

    Kenny Gonzalez

  • Hot Chocolate

    it’s my husband’s favourite hot chocolate in the West. They even give marshmallows to the adults!

    Ebony Papak

Before you head over

Practical guidance on seating, kitchen timing, and dietary options

  • Seating Options

    Indoor seating is very limited, but the covered outdoor street area provides sheltered tables protected from sun and rain.

  • Kitchen Cutoff

    The full kitchen shuts down roughly 30 minutes before closing, though pre-made display toasties and drinks remain available.

  • Dietary Accommodations

    All milks are stocked for lattes, along with gluten-free bread options for lunch sandwiches and toast.

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