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Burnside

87A Smith St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

Recommended by 53 people

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87A Smith St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

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HoursMonday: 6:30 AM – 2:30 PM Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 2:30 PM Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 2:30 PM Thursday: 6:30 AM – 2:30 PM Friday: 6:30 AM – 2:30 PM Saturday: 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Burnside

Smith Street regulars turn to this glass-fronted corner for rapid Seven Seeds espresso and crisp sangas—served with zero neighborhood attitude. Even during peak rush, orders hit the counter in minutes flat. Floor-to-ceiling glass looks out over the junction while the 86 tram rolls past outside. The kitchen keeps things tight: bacon and egg breakfast rolls, hot ham and cheese on gluten-free bread, and chai-spiced matcha lattes handed over by staff who clock your order before you reach the till.

  • Rapid-Fire Caffeine: Pouring Seven Seeds espresso, fresh batch brew filter, and chai-spiced matcha lattes in minutes flat.
  • Toasties & Sangas: A focused, high-speed lineup featuring breakfast bacon and egg rolls alongside ham and cheese on gluten-free bread.
  • Junction Views: Floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Smith Street junction, pairing good tunes with zero pretension.
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Reasons to Choose Burnside

Why locals count on this Fitzroy corner for rapid Seven Seeds coffee, hearty toasties, and zero pretension.

  • Flawless Espresso at Relentless Speed

    Burnside manages heavy morning foot traffic with clockwork turnaround, dropping faultless Seven Seeds espresso without delays.

    Mine arrived a few short minutes after I ordered it. And, no skimping on quality either despite the pressure. They make a magnificent seven seeds coffee here.

    Two Sheds

  • Fast and Focused Toastie Menu

    A tight menu of breakfast toasties and fresh sandwiches ensures hearty morning bites made without delay.

    Good quick food options early morning and a nice sandwich list. Tried the breakfast bacon and egg and also the ham and cheese toastie on gluten free bread.

    Aaron Soroka

  • Hospitality That Lifts Your Day

    Staff greet guests with genuine warmth and unpretentious kindness that instantly brightens difficult mornings.

    went in having a pretty shitty day and missed out on the last croissant - the gorgeous staff gave me a cookie with my coffee, wishing me a better day. Just fabulous.

    Ria Jane Thornton

  • A Welcoming Local Ritual

    Regular patrons are recognized immediately, enjoying a dependable ritual with tailored personal touches.

    Staff recognise and remembers our order as soon as we step in the door!

    isabelle

  • Airy Corner Junction Vibe

    Broad floor-to-ceiling glass looks out over the bustling junction, letting you watch the streetscape unfold.

    Nice big airy floor to ceiling windows looking out on the junction, and friendly service.

    Jon Reeve

  • True Fitzroy Street Life

    Savoring lunch and artisan coffee while watching the Smith Street trams provides an authentic slice of neighborhood culture.

    listen to the 86 roll past up smith st as you eat your daily delicious sandwich and sip on some of the best coffee in Melbourne.

    Cameron Watt

Customer favorites from the espresso bar and sandwich board

  • Seven Seeds Coffee

    They make a magnificent seven seeds coffee here.

    Two Sheds

  • Salad Sandwich

    the salad sanga sandwich is absolutely delicious 🥪 Fresh, tasty, and perfectly made.

    Ketan Patel

  • Filter Coffee

    The coffee here is also pure saucer sorcery. I had three cups of filter coffee.

    Patrick Feary

  • Chicken Sandwich

    If I could only have one, it would be the chicken, but they’re all great.

    Benjamin Thomson

Beyond the menu

Attentive neighborhood hospitality and thoughtful day-brightening details on the Fitzroy corner

  • Unprompted Citrus Water

    When a guest arrived with a headache and asked to lower the music, the team accommodated the request and brought a glass of ice-cold lemon water directly to their table.

  • Complimentary Comfort Cookie

    When a customer having a difficult day missed out on the final croissant, the team gifted a cookie with their coffee to brighten their morning.

  • Gluten-Free Bread Accommodation

    Breakfast toastie staples, including the ham and cheese, are thoughtfully accommodated with gluten-free bread options.

  • Instant Order Recall

    The team recognizes returning visitors on sight and remembers their standing orders the moment they walk through the door.

Frequently Asked Questions

What coffee and food does Burnside serve?

Burnside serves coffee made with Seven Seeds beans alongside filter options, plus a focused selection of freshly prepared sandwiches and toasties like tuna melts, chicken, and salad sangas. Note that popular items can sell out later in the day.

Is there seating available to dine in?

The cafe operates primarily as a quick-turnover corner spot with compact seating inside near the windows and a couple of outdoor tables, making it well-suited for takeaway or a fast bite. Seating cannot be reserved.

How long is the wait during busy morning periods?

Service is typically very fast even during busy morning rushes, with takeaway coffee and toasties prepared in just a few minutes.

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