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Cafe Matto

136 Burgundy St, Heidelberg VIC 3084, Australia

Recommended by 19 people

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136 Burgundy St, Heidelberg VIC 3084, Australia

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+61 3 9456 9991
HoursMonday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Cafe Matto

A stalwart on Burgundy Street, Cafe Matto delivers hearty Italian-cafe fare and family-style hospitality morning through night. The counter team greets regulars by name, seating folks without fuss—whether dropping in between appointments near the hospital or lingering over a flat white. Diners consistently rely on the unpretentious kitchen for everything from morning eggs florentine to blistered, thin-crust pizza and rib-eye steak with mushroom sauce. Dinner rolls straight through the late afternoon when neighboring storefronts pack it in, finishing on warm sticky date pudding drenched in caramel.

  • All-Day & Evening Trading: Unlike neighboring spots that pack up by mid-afternoon, service runs steadily past 3pm into dinner six nights a week.
  • Broad Bistro Menu: An extensive spread spanning breakfast staples, burgers, focaccias, seafood pasta, and rib-eye steak.
  • Neighborhood Hospitality: Front-of-house staff welcome regulars and assistance-dog owners with prompt, cheerful familiarity.
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Why Choose Cafe Matto

Experience unpretentious dining, all-day reliability, and genuine neighborhood warmth in Heidelberg.

  • Heartfelt, Welcoming Hospitality

    Guests enjoy genuine neighborhood warmth and attentive care from long-standing staff who make patrons feel comfortable and valued.

    This café has that rare mix of warmth, charm, and understated class that instantly makes you feel at home.

    Anto K Sebastian

  • Reliable, Unpretentious Dining

    The menu avoids confusing trends in favor of familiar, well-prepared classics at reasonable prices.

    We have been here several times because we love their not pretentious menu.

    M Halim

  • All-Day Availability When Others Close

    Unlike daytime-only cafes that close by mid-afternoon, service continues seamlessly past 3pm into dinner.

    When other cafes turn you away from 3pm onwards, these guys are only too happy to serve.

    Tristan Wilson

  • Convenient Haven Near Transport and Hospital

    Centrally positioned near transit and hospital facilities, providing a dependable stop during extended visits or layovers.

    This place is just a few minutes from the hospital and can be great if you're stuck for a while.

    NR Anderson

  • Inclusive and Thoughtful Community Setting

    Support workers and clients with assistance requirements experience enthusiastic care and a welcoming environment.

    Thank you for creating such an inclusive atmosphere where anyone can walk in and know they'll be welcome.

    Narelle Curr

  • Accommodating Everyday Access

    Assistance animals are warmly welcomed without complication, ensuring seamless comfort for guests with specific accessibility needs.

    The staff were really friendly and I had no issues with having my assistance dog with me.

    Jhaneen Trimble

Signature savory classics and bistro favorites prepared with generous warmth.

  • Matto Burger

    my partner had a matto burger also very good.

    Lynne Heming

  • Caesar Salad

    The Caesar salad is delicious.

    Ruth

  • Rib Eye Steak

    The steak was cooked to perfection, juicy and tender. The mashed potato was smooth, creamy and well seasoned, the veggies were steamed but not overdone and still had a good bite to them, and the mushroom sauce was so tasty.

    Maggie Triantafillou

  • Marinara Fettuccine

    I had the marinara fettuccine, really delicious, good variety and amount of seafood and the fettuccine was nice, not under or over cooked.

    Paulina R

Other favorites

House desserts, sweet staples, and warm beverages to complement your meal.

  • Sticky Date Pudding

    the real showstopper was the Sticky Date Pudding with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce. It was divine — soft, warm, perfectly sweet, and comfort on a plate. Quite frankly, one of the best sticky dates you’ll find in Melbourne.

    Anto K Sebastian

  • Chocolate Milkshake

    The chocolate milkshake was smooth, rich, and soothing — the perfect bridge between savoury and sweet.

    Anto K Sebastian

  • Hot Chocolate

    The hot chocolate was very hot, which I enjoyed, as so often they are luke warm.

    Jhaneen Trimble

  • Pancakes

    Pancakes, light fluffy and presented beautifully.

    Phill Wells

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful gestures and welcoming touches experienced by Cafe Matto guests

  • Spontaneous Pastry Gift

    When a patron noticed a pastry at departure, staff immediately gifted it to her without hesitation.

  • Warm Disability & Companion Care

    Disability support workers report staff consistently welcome clients enthusiastically, ensuring they feel comfortable and valued on every visit.

  • Personalised Order Recall

    Regular patrons have their coffee and food orders memorised and prepared immediately upon arrival.

  • Automatic Table Water Service

    Tables receive complimentary water served automatically upon seating without having to ask.

Before you head over

Practical advice on parking, timing, and reservations to make the most of your visit

  • Head to the Rear Council Car Park

    On-street parking along Burgundy Street can be congested and tight; use the free council car park located at the rear of the building for a hassle-free arrival.

  • Rely on Late Afternoon and Evening Trading

    Unlike neighboring cafes that close mid-afternoon, this spot stays open past 3pm and serves dinner on most evenings, making it ideal for late lunches or post-hospital visits.

  • Reserve Ahead for Peak Hours or Groups

    While walk-ins are often accommodated easily, booking ahead is recommended during peak meal periods, holidays, or when dining with a larger group.

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