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Plentiville Cafe

81 Main Rd, Lower Plenty VIC 3093, Australia

Recommended by 61 people

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81 Main Rd, Lower Plenty VIC 3093, Australia

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+61 3 8457 8577
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: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Sunday: 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Plentiville Cafe

Plentiville Cafe nails the easy suburban brunch ritual with dialed-in espresso, snappy service, and a sunlit neighborhood warmth. Local morning walkers stop in for Axil roasts or spiced turmeric lattes alongside plates of chilli scramble on toasted sourdough. Indigenous art lines the dining space while the kitchen turns out sweet potato rosti, corn fritters, and crisp waffles topped with ice cream.

  • Fresh Neighborhood Brunch: Plates of chilli scrambled eggs, zucchini and corn fritters, and crisp waffles served alongside house-brewed coffee.
  • Specialty & Functional Lattes: Specialty wellness drinks including matcha, beetroot, and turmeric lattes poured alongside smooth espresso.
  • Community Art Display: Dining space showcasing local environmental tributes and Indigenous artwork on the walls.
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Why Guests Choose Plentiville Cafe

Discover why locals and travelers choose Plentiville Cafe for wholesome dining, specialty drinks, and neighborly care.

  • House-Roasted Coffee Beans for Home Brewing

    Guests can take home the cafe's custom bagged coffee beans alongside fresh espresso orders.

    They also sell their own coffee beans which are great too.

    Michael R

  • Specialty Wellness and Superfood Lattes

    Specialty wellness beverages such as turmeric and beetroot lattes complement the traditional espresso menu.

    Also tried the tumeric latte, if you're looking for something unique to drink.

    Christopher “Kraden” McKenna

  • Genuine, Personalized Hospitality

    Hospitality goes beyond ordinary service, ensuring celebrations and visits feel heartfelt and individually remembered.

    Zee was friendly, helpful and made my friend feel extra special

    Wai Loo

  • Warm and Welcoming Community Feel

    A friendly neighborhood culture where team members build genuine rapport and greet visitors by name.

    Zee knows everyone by name, and is warm and welcoming.

    Chris Phillips

  • Dedicated Dog-Friendly Service

    Thoughtful outdoor accommodations cater directly to guests walking their dogs with attentive table-side care.

    Barista provided table service for me as I was walking a dog

    louise leggett

  • Welcoming Amenities for Young Families

    Parents and young families are comfortably hosted with quick access to essential child amenities.

    Very accomodating went and found me an extra high chair.

    Wend S

Locally celebrated breakfast and lunch staples

  • Chilli Scrambled Eggs

    Chilli scrambled eggs is def one of the best!

    chand shrestha

  • Chicken Caesar Salad

    Chicken Caesar Salad had generous amount of chicken in it.

    Mehmud Sharif

  • Zucchini and Corn Fritters

    The zucchini and corn fritters were so delicious and full of flavours, and the presentation was too pretty to eat!

    Caddie Bao

  • Smashed Avo

    great breakfast and lunch options, especially their smashed avo and sweet potato rosti.

    Michael R

Other favorites

Specialty functional lattes, fresh juices, and sweet treats

  • Matcha Latte

    I never sleep on their matcha latte and grab one every visit, they are super delicious and the perfect pick me up to get me through my shift.

    Helen Metcalf

  • Turmeric Latte

    Also tried the tumeric latte, if you're looking for something unique to drink. A nice savory flavor.

    Christopher “Kraden” McKenna

  • Orange-Carrot-Ginger Juice

    Orange-Carrot-Ginger juice was fresh.

    Mehmud Sharif

  • Waffle

    Definitely try the waffle! It was still warm, crunchy on the outside by soft on inside with syrup & ice cream.

    Mehmud Sharif

Beyond the menu

Attentive, above-and-beyond hospitality gestures at Plentiville Cafe

  • Impromptu Birthday Celebration

    The team brought out a cake with a lit candle and led a venue-wide song after learning a guest was celebrating a birthday.

  • Outside Table Service for Dog Walkers

    When a guest was walking a dog in training who could not be tethered outside, the barista delivered complete table service to accommodate them.

  • Hospitality for Delivery Couriers

    Visiting delivery drivers are personally greeted by name and offered complimentary freshly brewed coffees during busy shifts.

  • Dog-Friendly Breakfast Touches

    Staff thoughtfully provide complimentary bacon rashers for furry companions joining owners at outdoor breakfast tables.

Before you head over

Practical advice on parking, family visits, and dining with pets

  • Street Parking Timing

    Take advantage of 1-hour free parking directly out front, keeping in mind restrictions during peak rush hour periods.

  • Family Dining Setup

    If you need an extra high chair or dining toys for young children, staff are accommodating and provide them upon request.

  • Visiting with Dogs

    If you are walking an untrained or tethered dog, staff can assist with direct table service outside so you don't have to leave your pet unattended.

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