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Calēre Coffee

Unit 1/166 Gertrude St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

Recommended by 74 people

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Unit 1/166 Gertrude St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

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61 435 113 688
HoursMonday: 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM Thursday: 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM Friday: 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM Saturday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Calēre Coffee

Forget the standard morning rush. This compact Fitzroy counter caters to purists chasing rare origins and quiet focus. The room settles into Japanese-inspired calm—clean lines, soft light, and ceramic cups overlooking Gertrude Street. Melbourne roasters point to the flat whites pulled with nutty Big White Rabbit beans from Yunnan for dependable balance. For a detour, the signature Jelly Tutu layers Yunnan coffee jelly under Earl Grey foam, best paired with a slice of charcoal sponge subtly perfumed with jiu niang.

  • Rare Yunnan Beans: Showcases rare roasts from China's Yunnan province, including the smooth, nutty Big White Rabbit.
  • Japanese-Inspired Calm: An intentional, minimalist room set with gentle lighting and handcrafted ceramic cups.
  • Subtly Sweet Bakes: House-made rolls like charcoal sponge laced with floral osmanthus and sweet fermented rice wine.
  • Signature Jelly Tutu: Yunnan coffee jelly paired with aromatic Earl Grey milk foam in a single cup.
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The Calēre Coffee Advantage

Why coffee purists and pastry lovers seek out this minimalist Fitzroy haven.

  • Curated Yunnan Specialty Origins

    Espresso and batch brews spotlight rare Chinese Yunnan beans, notably the signature Big White Rabbit roast celebrated for its sweet, nutty, and milky-smooth cup profile.

    Big White Rabbit (Yunnan, China) flat white - highly recommend.

    Kaiden Reid

  • Botanical Asian-Inspired Bakes

    Delicate house-made Swiss rolls showcase botanicals and fermented East Asian ingredients, from osmanthus jiu niang to rose lychee sponge cake.

    their rose & lychee roll cake was incredible. The sponge was so delicate and the flavours blended so well together.

    Wendy Boun

  • Calm Japanese-Inspired Aesthetic

    The cafe offers a calm sanctuary reminiscent of Japanese espresso bars, where intentional lighting, bespoke ceramics, and serene energy quiet the bustle of Gertrude Street.

    the space has a calm Japanese-inspired atmosphere where every detail feels intentional — from the lighting and ceramics to the presentation of the coffee itself.

    Heavenlysipscoffee

  • Signature Jelly Tutu Creation

    The signature Jelly Tutu pairs Yunnan coffee jelly with delicate Earl Grey milk foam and floral accents for a playful, textured specialty drink.

    The Jelly Tutu had a lovely, mellow Earl Grey flavor with soft coffee jelly — really unique and fun to drink.

    jea a

  • Flawless Pour Consistency

    Locals and specialty coffee enthusiasts return regularly for extractions pulled to meticulous standards, delivering complete confidence in every cup.

    this is my favourite and most consistent flat white I have ever had. I keep coming back, and each time it was just as good as I remembered.

    Kaiden Reid

  • Warm, Unpretentious Sanctuary

    Sipping from handcrafted ceramic cups in the Fitzroy sunshine creates an unpretentious, deeply comforting coffee ritual.

    I just love drinking out of their little ceramic cups in the sunshine overlooking Gertrude St. My happy place.

    Kate Miller

Signature brews and East Asian-inspired pastries that define Calēre Coffee.

  • Big White Rabbit Flat White

    Big White Rabbit (Yunnan, China) flat white - highly recommend.

    Kaiden Reid

  • Jelly Tutu

    The Jelly Tutu had a lovely, mellow Earl Grey flavor with soft coffee jelly — really unique and fun to drink.

    jea a

  • Osmanthus & Jiu Niang Roll

    The Osmanthus & Jiu Niang Panna Cotta roll had a moist, pillowy texture, though the fermented rice wine flavour is very subtle. Overall, really enjoyable.

    Bitesized Diary

  • Raspberry Candy Piccolo

    I had the Raspberry Candy piccolo and could genuinely taste the berry notes coming through the milk. The coffee was clean, balanced, and unlike anything I’ve really had before in Melbourne.

    Heavenlysipscoffee

Other favorites

Pastries, confections, and everyday espresso favorites to complement the specialty bar.

  • Basque Cheesecake

    The Basque cheesecake was especially unforgettable — highly recommend!

    jea a

  • Rose & Lychee Roll Cake

    On top of all that, their rose & lychee roll cake was incredible. The sponge was so delicate and the flavours blended so well together.

    Wendy Boun

  • Ube with Mochi Cookie

    I tried their ube with mochi cookie today, and it was so good. Not too sweet, and just the right texture.

    Mary Huynh

  • Oat Latte

    The oat latte here is unreal. They do the absolute best oat milk in melbourne.

    Alys Young

Frequently Asked Questions

What coffee beans or roasts should I try?

Calēre is known for its specialty Chinese Yunnan coffees, including the popular White Rabbit roast, available as espresso, flat whites, or filter brews alongside other curated beans.

What is the Jelly Tutu drink?

The signature Jelly Tutu combines Yunnan coffee jelly with mellow Earl Grey milk foam and flower accents. It is light, subtly sweet, and has a unique dessert-like texture.

What pastries and food options are available?

The cafe offers East Asian-inspired swiss rolls in flavours such as Osmanthus and Jiu Niang (fermented rice wine), rose lychee, and hojicha, as well as Basque cheesecake and toasties. Note that cake rolls can sell out by midday.

Is there seating available inside?

Seating is very limited in this cozy, minimalist space, with just a few spots indoors and outdoors, though turnover is generally quick and takeout is available.

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