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Bean Seen Cafe

178 Main St, Lilydale VIC 3140, Australia

Recommended by 14 people

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178 Main St, Lilydale VIC 3140, Australia

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+61 3 9739 7313
HoursMonday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Bean Seen Cafe

Bean Seen Cafe answers serious morning hunger with oversized brunch plates, shaded dog-friendly tables, and thick milkshakes served in retro stainless steel cups.

Lilydale regulars head straight for the covered outdoor patio—a relaxed perch for morning dining alongside four-legged companions sipping puppacinos. Plates here arrive stacked to the rim. The kitchen builds a substantial big breakfast with eggs, toast, and savory sides, alongside toasted Turkish rolls packed with egg, bacon, and melted cheese. Smashed avocado lands with a bright hit of lemon juice and crumbled goat cheese, while classic milkshakes stay cold in frosty metal cups.

  • Generous Breakfast Portions: Kitchen portions arrive piled high, from the loaded big breakfast to hearty toasted egg-and-bacon Turkish rolls.
  • Covered Dog-Friendly Patio: A sheltered outdoor seating area accommodates dining with dogs in a relaxed, covered setup.
  • Retro Steel-Cup Milkshakes: Cold milkshakes are prepared and served classic-style in chilled stainless steel cups.
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Why Choose Bean Seen Cafe

Discover why Lilydale locals return to Bean Seen Cafe for hearty portions, relaxed outdoor seating, and warm neighborhood hospitality.

  • Generously Portioned Breakfast Feasts

    Breakfast and lunch plates are prepared with hearty portions designed to satisfy big morning appetites.

    Best big breakfast in lilydale, extremely generous servings. Highly recommend

    Taylor

  • Classic Stainless-Steel Milkshakes

    Classic milkshakes are blended thick and served cold in nostalgic metal cups.

    they make REAL milkshakes served in stainless steel cups for that nostalgic feel

    Britt D

  • Dog-Friendly Shaded Outdoor Patio

    A covered and shaded alfresco patio lets visitors relax comfortably outdoors alongside their hounds.

    dog friendly tables out the front for the hounds

    Kristopher Hamilton

  • Welcoming Amenities for Four-Legged Guests

    Outdoor seating gives pet owners dedicated shade and treats like puppacinos for their canine companions.

    Gorgeous little cafe with covered outdoor seating!! I had a mocha and it was delicious, only $5 for a medium which is GREAT, and our dog had a puppacino as well.

    Lilli Ross

  • A Welcoming Table for Family and Visitors

    Attentive service and a calm setting make it easy to host visiting family and friends over a relaxed meal.

    Took my parents for lunch this week & food was tasty, generous and great coffee. Sevice was prompt and friendly. All of these things impressed my parents as first time visitors.

    Matthew Heemskerk

  • Easy Sharing for Morning Catch-Ups

    Generous platters and accommodating team members make sharing dishes smooth and enjoyable for dining pairs.

    loved that they were happy to serve the 2 eggs with toast on two plates so we could dig into the share parts

    Leanne Nova

Hearty, generous cafe favorites satisfying big morning and midday appetites

  • Big Breakfast

    Best big breakfast in lilydale, extremely generous servings. Highly recommend

    Taylor

  • Smashed Avocado

    perfect smashed avocado

    Kristopher Hamilton

  • Chicken Burger

    I got the chicken burger which was delicious but a very large portion so definitely requires an empty stomach.

    Jas Pengelly

  • French Toast

    I had the french toast this morning and highly recommend it.

    Stephanie Deveson

Frequently Asked Questions

How large are the portion sizes?

Servings are notoriously generous, particularly breakfast items like the Big Breakfast and burgers, making them well-suited for hearty appetites or sharing between two.

Can I bring my dog?

Yes, dogs are welcome in the covered, shaded outdoor seating tables out front, where dog treats like puppacinos are also available.

Is it loud inside the cafe?

The dining area inside can become quite loud and echoey during busy weekend rushes, making the covered outdoor tables a calmer alternative if you prefer a quieter meal.

What are the parking options?

Parking is available right out front off the main road, including an accessible space, alongside nearby street parking if front spots are taken.

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