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CHAM

25/31 Peel St, West Melbourne VIC 3003, Australia

Recommended by 65 people

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25/31 Peel St, West Melbourne VIC 3003, Australia

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HoursMonday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About CHAM

Vietnamese comfort meets Melbourne cafe ritual opposite Queen Victoria Market. Expect claypot duck broken rice with a crisp base alongside bánh mì chảo skillets with whipped cheese. The kitchen balances traditional profiles against brunch classics—swapping predictable bacon-and-egg plates for a bò lá lốt cheeseburger or a Chả Cá Lã Vọng fish burger. Tables are spaced wide enough for prams, with staff quick to offer milk warming or high chairs. Settle in over a rich, velvet cà phê trứng or an iced banana latte.

  • Vietnamese Brunch Twists: Bánh mì chảo skillets, bò lá lốt cheeseburgers, and Chả Cá Lã Vọng fish burgers paired with authentic egg coffee.
  • Family-Friendly Space: Wide floor spacing accommodates prams, backed by helpful touches like high chairs, toy books, and milk warming.
  • Steps from Vic Market: Set right across from Queen Victoria Market, ideal for a morning bite before exploring the stalls.
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Why Choose CHAM

Discover what makes CHAM a standout Melbourne destination for modern Vietnamese brunch and family-friendly dining.

  • Innovative Vietnamese Fusion Brunch

    CHAM reinvents classic brunch dishes through distinct Vietnamese profiles, offering creations like bò lá lốt cheeseburgers, breakfast skilleth banh mi chao, and claypot broken rice.

    The cheeseburger wasn’t your traditional style, and I really enjoyed the Vietnamese bò lá lốt twist to it! It was unique, flavourful, and something different from the usual café burger.

    ceec27

  • Comforting Morning Skillets & Claypots

    The kitchen pairs inventive savory mains with thoughtful morning sides and hearty winter staples like congee and claypot braised pork belly.

    The Banh Mi Chao (deconstructed breakfast skillet with whipped Laughing Cow cheese) was so comforting and rich in flavor.

    Nephilitic

  • Warm, Welcoming Home-Style Hospitality

    Guests discover a genuine, welcoming environment that evokes the heartfelt hospitality of sharing a meal with close family.

    The owner is incredibly warm and welcoming. Being there felt like coming home and having an older brother cook a meal just for you.

    nguyen sang

  • Soul-Soothing Comfort Food

    Hearty staples such as comforting congee deliver rich culinary nostalgia and soothing respite on chilly mornings.

    The congee was like a big warm hug on a cold winter’s morning—deeply comforting, with layers of rich, complex flavour.

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  • Spacious Family Dining Layout

    With generous spacing between tables, the open floor plan accommodates strollers comfortably without diners feeling cramped.

    The restaurant is well laid out with room between the tables so you didn't feel stuffed or crowded like you do in other places.

    Gary Traver

  • Thoughtful Toddler & Child Amenities

    Staff proactively attend to families with young children, providing books, high chairs, and practical help to ensure a stress-free meal.

    The staff set up the high chairs, had books for her, helped us with the pram. This and the food was exceptional.

    Lauren Riots

Contemporary brunch mains combining Vietnamese traditions with cafe culture

  • Duck broken rice

    I ordered duck rice, it was the best duck that I’ve ever had in Melbourne.

    Nancy Liu

  • Bánh mì chảo

    The Banh Mi Chao (deconstructed breakfast skillet with whipped Laughing Cow cheese) was so comforting and rich in flavor.

    Nephilitic

  • Chicken pho

    The chicken pho had the most juicy, tender meat, that just melts in your mouth 😋.

    Joey

  • Chả cá Lã Vọng burger

    that being said its definitely still one tasty burger! i demolished this burger!

    Toki Nguyen

Other favorites

Creative Vietnamese specialty coffees, infused matchas, and foam-topped teas

  • Custard egg coffee

    the egg coffee was a 100% match to what id had in vietnam! not overly sweet but a well balanced and rich texture to the coffee! definitely a must try

    Toki Nguyen

  • Banana latte

    I would recommend the speciality banana latte, which was smooth, creamy, and had a lovely sweetness without being too heavy.

    David Shi

  • Pandan cloud matcha

    the pandan cloud matcha with coconut water is to die for

    Cherry

  • Jasmine tea with pineapple foam

    Don't miss jasmine tea with pineapple foam🍍

    Aijan

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details and family care that elevate modern Vietnamese brunch

  • Proactive Toddler Comfort & Care

    When young children are unsettled or dining with parents, staff step in immediately with toy books, set up high chairs, assist with prams, and proactively offer plain bread and hot water to warm up baby milk.

  • Home-Style Owner Welcome

    The owner and front-of-house team take a deeply personal, welcoming approach that guests describe as feeling like coming home and having an older brother prepare a meal just for you.

  • Attentive Seating Adjustments

    Staff pay close attention to physical diner comfort across generations, actively volunteering to swap out backless stools for backed chairs without being asked.

  • Artisanal Lai Thieu Ceramics

    Tableware and decor feature authentic Vietnamese touches, including Lai Thieu ceramics and curated Vietnamese design accents, adding intentional cultural depth to the dining room.

Before you head over

Practical advice on timing, ordering, and dining with young children

  • Expect Weekend Crowds

    The dining room fills quickly on weekends, creating a lively buzz and potential waits during peak rush periods, so aim to arrive early or plan around peak midday times.

  • Order and Pay at the Table

    Take advantage of the seamless digital ordering and payment system right at your table to streamline your meal and avoid counter delays.

  • Bring the Toddler and Pram

    The layout easily accommodates prams with wide spacing between tables, and staff readily provide high chairs, children's books, and warm water for milk.

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