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On the grind

shop 2/41 High St, Wallan VIC 3756, Australia

Recommended by 63 people

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Find On the grind

shop 2/41 High St, Wallan VIC 3756, Australia

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+61 3 5783 4262
HoursMonday: 5:00 AM – 2:30 PM Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 2:30 PM Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 2:30 PM Thursday: 5:00 AM – 2:30 PM Friday: 5:00 AM – 2:30 PM Saturday: 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM Sunday: 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About On the grind

Dawn runs along High Street start here—doors open at 5:45 AM for tradies needing strong coffee and serious fuel. Plates take a backseat to literal white trays heaped with three-egg big breakfasts, hash browns, and sausages. Off-menu requests are met with an easy nod, while burger cravings get answered with a towering burger with the lot that leaves zero room to spare.

  • Tray-Sized Portions: Hearty cooked meals and morning plates arrive spread across wide white trays rather than standard dinner plates.
  • 5:45 AM Dawn Starts: Doors open at 5:45 AM to dish up hot breakfast and espresso for morning commuters and road travelers.
  • Kitchen Flexibility: Staff readily accommodate custom cravings and off-menu orders without hesitation.
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What's On at On the grind

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Reasons to Visit On the grind

Why diners choose On the grind for hearty breakfast sustenance, early starts, and welcoming hospitality

  • Humongous Tray-Sized Portions

    Dishes like the big breakfast arrive in massive portions served on white trays packed with multi-item staples to satisfy the biggest appetites.

    Serving size is humongous. Literally the food comes served on like a white square tray not a plate.

    AnlE 40

  • Flexible Off-Menu Customization

    Guests can request custom preparations or downsized portions to suit any appetite without kitchen resistance.

    I really like that sometimes I'll crave something that's not on the menu at all and it's never too much trouble for them.

    ELISABETH

  • Guaranteed Hearty Fullness

    Generous, hearty meals leave guests fully filled and confident they will never leave hungry.

    You'll never walk out feeling hungry either.

    ELISABETH

  • Day-Brightening Warmth

    A cheerful, uplifting team environment ensures customers feel looked after and have their day genuinely improved.

    they always go above and beyond for making my day a better day

    Jack Oliver

  • Pre-Dawn 5:45 AM Trading

    Opening before dawn at 5:45 AM, the cafe provides early morning travelers and workers with hot food and cheerful service.

    We went there again this morning at 5.45am and both ladies serving were chirpy and happy to have a chat

    Ashliegh Demanuele

  • Effortless Highway Pit Stop

    Convenient roadside positioning and reliable parking make it an ideal stopover for quality sandwiches and coffee while on the road.

    I passed thru today on my way to Echuca so I thought couple sandwiches and a coffee be good well the sandwiches best I have EVER had

    brian ashman

Hearty, homestyle meals designed to satisfy the biggest appetites

  • Big Breakfast

    The big breakfast only order if you are ridiculously starving.

    AnlE 40

  • Burger with the Lot

    It wasn’t a burger with the lot it was a work of art. It was perfect, tasted amazing.

    Fuzzy Bee

  • Homemade Lasagna

    one of the best homemade lasagnas to come from a oven.

    Kade Brennan

  • Sandwiches

    the sandwiches best I have EVER had

    brian ashman

Other favorites

Sweet treats, savory sides, and cold refreshments to round out your visit

  • Nutella Pancake

    nutella pancake for the young fella and that was huge!

    Ashliegh Demanuele

  • Wedges

    The wedges were really yummy.

    Lauren Baker

  • Potato Cakes

    the potato cakes are the best around.

    Peter robinson

  • Milkshakes

    They also make great milkshakes and nachos.

    Lauren Baker

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful details and accommodating service at On the grind

  • Square Serving Trays

    Generous meals like the big breakfast are delivered on large white square serving trays rather than standard cafe plates to fit multi-item portions.

  • Off-Menu Flexibility

    The kitchen accommodates cravings for off-menu items without hesitation, preparing dishes not listed on the standard menu.

  • Portion Downsizing Upon Request

    Staff readily accommodate patrons with lighter appetites by custom-sizing orders upon request, such as preparing a smaller serve of wedges.

  • Dawn Service from 5:45 AM

    Doors open early at 5:45 AM with staff providing energetic conversation and full hot breakfast service before dawn.

Frequently Asked Questions

How large are the meal portions?

Portions are generous and known to be very large. Big breakfasts are often served on white square trays and can easily satisfy heavy hunger or be split, while the kitchen is also happy to accommodate smaller requests like downsized wedges.

Can you visit early in the morning?

Yes. The cafe opens pre-dawn around 5:00 AM on weekdays (and 6:30 AM on weekends), with diners noting friendly early service from 5:45 AM onward, making it an easy pit stop for morning commuters and road trips.

Is parking easily available for cars and larger vehicles?

Yes. The cafe is accessible for passing cars and trucks, with both free parking lot spaces and free street parking available nearby.

Does the cafe have customer restrooms?

Yes, on-site restrooms are available for guests visiting the cafe.

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