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Cherry and Twigs

Shop 1B/555 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Recommended by 62 people

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Shop 1B/555 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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+61 3 9614 7096
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: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM Sunday: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Cherry and Twigs

Tucked off Flinders Lane with access on Downie Street, this snug 20-seat spot delivers an unhurried CBD morning retreat. Commuters swear by their expertly pulled flat whites and custom breakfast plates. Eggs Benedict arrives over sweet pulled pork on sourdough or gluten-free rye, paired alongside thick hollandaise and a fresh magic.

  • Secluded Laneway Spot: A quiet laneway refuge tucked off Flinders Lane with its entrance located on Downie Street.
  • Pulled Pork Benedict: Eggs Benedict built with tender pulled pork on sourdough or gluten-free rye.
  • Snug Communal Dining: An intimate 20-seat space featuring communal seating and unhurried service near Southern Cross Station.
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Why Choose Cherry and Twigs

A hidden Flinders Lane retreat serving specialty coffee and tailored brunch dishes

  • Secluded laneway retreat

    Tucked away down an alley off Flinders Lane, the cafe provides a calm haven removed from busy CBD thoroughfares.

    Not on a thoroughfare, which is quite nice, as it is still a fairly quiet and pleasant place to sit down and enjoy your coffee

    Nathan Townsend

  • Convenient stop near Southern Cross Station

    Situated moments away from Southern Cross Station, making it a convenient early spot for a hearty morning meal or takeaway.

    Stumbled across this cute lil cafe by chance while looking for a quick brekkie near Southern Cross Station.

    D J Egan

  • Customised pulled pork eggs Benedict

    Guests can enjoy signature twists like tender pulled pork served on gluten-free rye or sourdough with house hollandaise.

    The pulled pork benedict was simple yet perfectly executed, sweet well balanced pulled pork with the bonus of delicious gluten free rye bread!

    Dan Mettham

  • Workspace setup for morning productivity

    Patrons needing a functional morning pitstop can plug in personal laptops and get work done with quality specialty coffee.

    very good to work from I you have to plug your laptop and do some work before heading somewhere.

    Yves Belli

  • Cosy, ambient morning setting

    Soft background music, warm timber decor, and gentle lighting foster a soothing, unhurried atmosphere to start your day.

    The soft music and warm lighting with timber furniture delivered the cosy and relaxing vibe.

    I Lin

  • Intimate communal table dining

    A compact layout featuring a shared communal table creates a close-knit, welcoming cafe atmosphere.

    Nice cafe with approximately 20 seats or so available. Came for breakfast and a good variety of hot dishes and sandwiches. We had the pulled pork wrap and ham, cheese and tomato sandwich. Some guests we shared the communal table with had the eggs benedict with bacon and spinach, which just by the looks of it, can be highly recommeneded as well.

    Alex Soliman

Signature morning breakfast and lunch favorites served in Flinders Lane

  • Eggs Benedict

    I had the eggs benedict with pulled pork and it was delicious. Sourdough toast, generous helping of juicy pulled pork, perfectly poached eggs and delicious hollandaise sauce.

    Amelia Hamlin

  • Pork Wrap

    The pork wrap was also super delicious and toasted perfectly!

    I Lin

  • Breakfast Roll

    Breakfast roll with bacon, egg, spinach, avocado, and tomato relish has plenty of flavor and substance.

    Mary Lefebvre

  • Club Sandwich

    Got the club sandwhich and ugghghhh it was so delicious, really hit the spot. Perfect amount of sauce, the meat was well cooked, and the portion was good value.

    cinto

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate your morning laneway stop

  • Thoughtful Table Cutlery and Water Service

    Guests receive a dedicated serrated knife suited for neatly slicing through poached eggs and toast, paired with unprompted table water and glassware.

  • Flexible Dietary and Ingredient Customization

    Kitchen accommodates custom dietary and ingredient requests smoothly, offering gluten-free rye bread and substituting proteins on breakfast bagels upon request.

  • Personalized Melbourne Coffee Guidance

    Baristas take time to introduce out-of-town visitors to regional specialties, recommending and crafting Melbourne Magic coffees suited to individual taste.

  • Attentive Table Care and Takeaway Assistance

    Staff proactively assist guests by packing leftover portions in takeaway bags and rearranging tight seating to fit baby prams comfortably.

Before you head over

Practical guidance on finding the cafe, navigating seating, and ordering

  • Find the Entrance on Downie Street

    Look for the entrance on Downie Street rather than the Flinders Lane street frontage to avoid mistaking the venue for being closed.

  • Plan Around Limited Seating

    With around 20 seats and communal table seating, space can be tight; visit outside peak morning hours if bringing a pram or large bags.

  • Ask for Bread and Protein Swaps

    Take advantage of bread and protein customizations, including gluten-free rye, sourdough, and pulled pork for breakfast dishes.

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