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Bicycle Thieves Cafe

449 High St, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

Recommended by 17 people

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449 High St, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

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+61 3 9482 1701
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Bicycle Thieves Cafe

Northcote locals head here for inventive morning fare that skips the standard cafe playbook. Pillowy, house-made crumpets come layered with pickles and rich hollandaise for a crumpet benedict, or slathered in fresh strawberry jam and mascarpone cheese. Savoury plates wander freely into cross-cultural comfort—think breakfast ramen, chicken jaffles, or slow-braised lamb shoulder paired with house-made roti and green harissa scrambled eggs. Large shared tables make room for group brunches, while baristas turn out carefully balanced flat whites alongside iced lattes and fresh juices.

  • House-made crumpets: Scratch-made daily and served either sweet with strawberry jam and mascarpone cheese or savoury beneath poached eggs and pickled hollandaise.
  • Cross-cultural breakfast plates: Morning menus branch beyond standard fare with breakfast ramen, roti with spiced eggs, and nasi goreng.
  • Room for groups: Spacious communal tables easily accommodate group brunches and families with young kids without feeling cramped.
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Why Dine at Bicycle Thieves Cafe

Discover what makes this Northcote staple a standout for inventive morning meals, scratch baking, and genuine community hospitality.

  • Signature In-House Crumpets

    Scratch-baked in-house, the cafe's pillowy crumpets serve as the foundation for both savoury hollandaise brunch specials and sweet mascarpone combinations.

    a crumpet benny on in house crumpets - it was delicious

    Chris Price (Pricey)

  • Inventive Asian-Fusion Brunch Dishes

    The menu pairs standard morning fare with vibrant Asian-inspired creations, spanning chicken breakfast ramen to house-made roti with green harissa scrambled eggs.

    I had the chicken ramen and it was absolutely delicious!

    Khắc Ngân Trần

  • Deep Local Sense of Community

    Attentive and welcoming staff foster a warm, inclusive neighborhood space where regular diners feel like friends rather than patrons.

    the sense of community the cafe has created is incredible; it's more like seeing friends

    Emily-Rose Hyde-Page

  • Delight in Unique Flavour Profiles

    Thoughtful plate compositions and bold flavour combinations turn familiar morning staples into genuinely delightful discoveries.

    frankly it would be sacrilige to order them with the insane creativity and uniqueness on offer

    Foodie Files Melbourne

  • Accommodating Shared Tables for Groups

    Spacious communal tables and helpful staff comfortably accommodate bustling morning crowds and large multi-generational gatherings.

    the big shared tables meant it was still easy to get a seat

    Kerrilee

  • Effortless Hosting for Families and Large Parties

    With accommodating seating and patient, thoughtful hospitality, families with young children are hosted with ease even at peak times.

    We came with a group of 14 (including 6 kids aged 5 and under), and the staff could not have been more helpful

    Priscilla Lodge

Most loved brunch plates and signature house creations

  • House Made Crumpets with Strawberry Jam and Mascarpone

    We went with the house made strawberry jam & mascarpone cheese for this and absolutely loved it. The jam was very well made and fresh, while the mascarpone cheese was very silky and light in flavour, complimented the strawberry jam really well

    Cynthia (Cynful Recommends)

  • Chilli Scrambled Eggs

    I had the chilli scramble eggs, and it was full of flavour. The presentation was beautiful, and the portion size was generous.

    Hung Vo

  • Crumpet Benedict

    These handmade crumpets were so pillowy and delicious, perfect vessel for absorbing all the yummy goodness that is placed on top

    Cynthia (Cynful Recommends)

  • Chicken Jaffle

    Simple and delicious chicken jaffle. Nothing fancy just chicken avo cheese and sauce. But reminds you of a nice homemade snack.

    Dom Che

Other favorites

Specialty drinks, refreshing juices, and sweet morning treats

  • Flat White

    The coffee had notes of honey roasted cashews and rockmelon, on a toasted sesame infused palate, and hit all the right notes.

    askthecoffeeguy

  • Strawberry Matcha

    The only thing that gets me through a gruelling Pilates class each weekend is thinking of the breakfast salad and the strawberry matcha I’m going to have afterwards

    Casey Lodge

  • Watermelon Juice with Passionfruit and Mint

    fresh watermelon juice with passionfruit and mint- heaven

    Foodie Files Melbourne

  • Chocolate and Coconut Chia

    Our final dish was the chocolate and coconut chia with buckwheat granola. This was another thoroughly enjoyable dish. That perfect little lemon curd, beautiful combination of perfectly stewed and fresh fruit and the crispy little coconut flakes.

    Foodie Files Melbourne

Before you head over

Practical dining advice on peak lines, group seating, and ordering

  • Expect Peak Weekend Lines

    Peak weekend brunch times draw a buzzing crowd with an orderly line at the door, but kitchen service turns dishes around promptly even when operating at full capacity.

  • Use Shared Tables for Groups

    Communal seating makes finding room simple during busy hours, while large groups with young kids are easily accommodated by the attentive floor staff.

  • Confirm Halal & Ingredient Details

    Check dish details when ordering if you have specific dietary restrictions like Halal dining, as specialties like the chili scrambled eggs may come with bacon included.

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