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Blackbird Cafe

2D Empire St, Mornington VIC 3931, Australia

Recommended by 19 people

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2D Empire St, Mornington VIC 3931, Australia

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+61 3 5976 8632
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: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Blackbird Cafe

Tucked off the main drag on Empire Street, Blackbird Cafe trades traffic noise for relaxed, scratch-cooked comfort. Regulars bypass the busy promenade for generous plates of salmon fish cakes, hearty Reuben sandwiches, and big breakfasts served across sheltered indoor tables and dog-friendly outdoor seats. The front counter showcases a rotating lineup of desserts baked on the premises—from blood orange chocolate cake to coconut lemon meringue pie—with substantial gluten-free options that never compromise on taste.

  • In-House Baking & Gluten-Free Treats: All cakes, slices, and pastries are baked on-site, featuring extensive gluten-free options like brownies and seasonal fruit cheesecakes.
  • Relaxed Off-Strip Setting: Tucked away from main street traffic, offering sheltered indoor and outdoor seating with dog-friendly tables.
  • Hearty Homestyle Dining: Serves all-day breakfast staples, house soups, and lunch plates like salmon fish cakes and Reuben sandwiches with generous portions.
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Reasons to Choose Blackbird Cafe

Why Mornington locals choose Blackbird Cafe for homestyle food and relaxed gatherings

  • In-House Scratch Baking

    Every cake, slice, and dessert is prepared fresh in-house in generous portions at accessible prices.

    The cakes were all homemade ,huge pieces and absolutely delicious!

    The Ladybug

  • Gluten-Free Variety Across the Menu

    Celiac and gluten-sensitive guests enjoy extensive baked options and savoury dishes without compromising quality.

    Most pastries/cakes are gluten free.

    Yaniv Alamaru

  • Sheltered Off-Strip Atmosphere

    Located on Empire Street away from the bustling main strip, offering a peaceful environment free from traffic noise.

    it's not swamped with people walking past and no traffic noise from main st so you can hear each other talking.

    Sally-Anne

  • Flexible Group and Pet Seating

    Ample indoor and outdoor dining areas easily accommodate both social gatherings and guests dining with pets.

    There were lots of seating options both indoors and outdoors, and it’s pet-friendly too.

    Koi

  • Attentive, Family-Style Care

    A welcoming, patient team creates a comfortable community atmosphere that keeps regulars returning weekly.

    Thank you for being so kind, patient and for going above and beyond.

    Ann Hammond

  • Reassurance for Allergy-Conscious Diners

    Rigorous awareness around dietary limitations provides peace of mind when ordering sensitive dishes.

    They take food allergies very serious.

    kirstie

Hearty breakfast and lunch favorites cooked fresh to order

  • Salmon Fish Cakes

    Both my partner and I had the salmon fish cakes with salad - unfortunately I don’t have a photo of those.

    Jo Buyers

  • Avocado Toast

    I always get the avocado toast haha. I absolutely love coming here. Perfect for breakfast and lunch! Highly recommend the avocado toast and steak sandwich.

    Hayley White

  • Ruben Sandwich

    I had the Ruben sandwich gluten free. Super delicious and fresh!!

    kirstie

  • Pulled Lamb Salad

    Hands down the best pulled lamb salad I’ve ever had and so generous with the delicious lamb!

    Beccy Shaw

Other favorites

House-baked cakes, pies, and sweet treats made fresh on the premises

  • Blood Orange and Chocolate Cake

    blood orange and chocolate cake 😋 and the mango passionfruit cheese cake. 😘 The cakes were all homemade ,huge pieces and absolutely delicious!

    The Ladybug

  • Chocolate Hazelnut Cake

    Be sure to try the chocolate hazelnut cake.

    Beytullah Acıkuyu

  • Coconut Lemon Meringue Pie

    Coconut Lemon Meringue Pie which were both baked on the premises.

    Jo Buyers

  • Gluten Free Brownie

    gluten free Brownie and my partner has a beetroot mixed juice and the Coconut Lemon Meringue Pie which were both baked on the premises.

    Jo Buyers

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and scratch baking that set Blackbird Cafe apart

  • Serious Allergy and Gluten-Free Care

    Beyond offering gluten-free bread swaps, the team bakes gluten-free cakes and treats on the premises and takes allergy safety seriously across hot meals and desserts.

  • Cakes Baked Fresh on the Premises

    All desserts, slices, and cakes—from blood orange chocolate cake to coconut lemon meringue pie—are baked right on the premises in generous homestyle portions.

  • Proactive Leftover Wrapping

    Staff proactively offer to wrap up leftovers to take home so guests can comfortably enjoy generous breakfast and lunch portions without waste.

  • Dog-Friendly Sheltered Outdoor Dining

    Staff welcome four-legged companions at sheltered outdoor tables with parking positioned directly behind the venue.

Before you head over

Practical tips for timing your visit, dietary needs, and parking at Blackbird Cafe.

  • Timing and Group Bookings

    The cafe gets busy over peak lunch hours and weekend mornings; visit outside peak periods or secure a table reservation if visiting with a large group.

  • Dietary and Gluten-Free Choices

    Take advantage of the dedicated gluten-free and allergy-safe menu options, which include sandwiches, soups, and a wide variety of in-house baked cakes.

  • Parking and Outdoor Dining

    Ample parking is available in the large car park situated directly behind the venue, with dog-friendly outdoor tables on offer.

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