Restaurant
Cheshire
583 Gilbert Rd, West Preston VIC 3072, Australia
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583 Gilbert Rd, West Preston VIC 3072, Australia
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At the edge of West Preston, Cheshire reimagines Modern Australian brunch classics alongside dialed-in specialty coffee. Pull up a chair under the heated outdoor pavilion or inside the retro dining room—this neighborhood fixture treats visitors like regulars from the jump. The real move is their signature Eggs Benedict, finished with a generous layer of tart apple chutney over thick hollandaise and crusty sourdough. Expect well-pulled flat whites poured with St. Ali beans, rich chilli scrambled eggs, and brisk, friendly service across from the tram terminus.
- Eggs Benedict with Apple Chutney: Poached eggs and rich hollandaise paired with a house apple chutney on sourdough.
- St. Ali Specialty Coffee: Espresso and milk coffees pulled consistently using St. Ali specialty beans.
- Flexible Indoor and Outdoor Seating: Spacious interior alongside heated outdoor seating across from the park.
What's On at Cheshire
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Guests Choose Cheshire
Discover why West Preston locals and visitors choose Cheshire for inventive brunch classics, warm hospitality, and relaxed dining.
Inventive Eggs Benedict with Apple Chutney
Cheshire's signature twist on Eggs Benedict incorporates house-made apple chutney alongside rich hollandaise sauce, creating a distinct sweet and savoury balance praised by brunch diners.
The apple chutney that came with it was a perfect complement to the dish.
Gopi Bala Bold and Flavourful Morning Signatures
A dedicated brunch menu pairs inventive savoury items like Baghdad eggs and creamy chilli scramble with expertly pulled espresso to deliver standout morning meals.
Their chilli scrambled eggs are absolutely top-tier — creamy, spicy, and perfectly balanced, with just the right kick to wake up your taste buds.
Nadeera Theekshana Warm and Personal Local Hospitality
Regular visitors and newcomers alike experience attentive, heartfelt hospitality where waitstaff personalize visits, pen birthday notes, and build genuine neighbourhood relationships.
Cheshire Cafe is the warmest, kindest local coffee shop you could ask for.
Hamish Furness Attentive Staff Who Remember Your Order
The team makes an active effort to remember faces, greeting returning guests with familiar warmth and recalling custom orders within just a few visits.
They always remember our orders and greet us with warm smiles!
M M Relaxed Indoor and Outdoor Seating
With spacious indoor tables, bay windows, and covered outdoor pavilion seating, the cafe comfortably accommodates family breakfasts, strollers, and dogs after trips to the nearby park.
They have lots of space inside and outside, so it's nice when the day is sunny.
Lorena Duranthon Comfortable Setting for Daytime Work and Catch-ups
Cheshire offers a comfortable environment for guests settling in with a laptop or meeting for quick daytime gatherings, complete with fast service and top-tier St. Ali coffee.
On our 1 week trip to Melbourne we came into this cafe nearly everyday to do work from laptops and grab a coffee.
Eva
Most popular items
Customer favorites and inventive brunch staples
Eggs Benny
Their eggs Benny is the best that I have ever had in my life. The eggs were done to perfection, and the hollandaise sauce was nice, thick and flavorful. The apple chutney that came with it was a perfect complement to the dish.
Gopi Bala Chilli Scrambled Eggs
Their chilli scrambled eggs are absolutely top-tier — creamy, spicy, and perfectly balanced, with just the right kick to wake up your taste buds.
Nadeera Theekshana Baghdad Eggs
Coffee was great but the highlight was the Baghdad Eggs. This has to be one of the best breakfasts I've had.
Jade P Ricotta Pancakes
Between the two I think I preferred the Ricotta pancake as it was a well structured dish with a variety of flavours and textures that interacted with each other very well.
Mathew Thomas
Beyond the menu
Distinctive touches and hospitality details that set Cheshire apart
Personal Birthday Greetings
Waitstaff write warm personal notes for birthdays, including custom messages served directly with morning coffee.
Apple Chutney with Eggs Benny
Eggs Benedict is served with an inventive house apple chutney and apple sauce paired with hollandaise.
St. Ali Specialty Coffee Beans
Baristas pull espresso using specialty St. Ali beans across white and black coffee orders.
Activity Trolley for Kids
Families dining with young children have access to a dedicated trolley stocked with coloring materials and newspapers.
Before you head over
Practical advice on transit, ordering, and amenities
Take Tram 11 to the End of the Line
Take Tram 11 all the way to its final stop in West Preston; Cheshire sits right opposite the end of the line.
Try the Benedict with Apple Chutney
Don't skip the signature twist on the Eggs Benny—the hollandaise comes paired with house apple chutney or sauce.
Grab Activities for Children
If bringing young kids, head inside to find a dedicated trolley stocked with newspapers and colouring supplies to keep them occupied.
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