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Clementine

67-69 Palmerston Cres, South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia

Recommended by 36 people

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67-69 Palmerston Cres, South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia

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+61 3 9982 9367
HoursMonday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Clementine

South Melbourne mornings get an inventive shake-up here with ambitious cafe plates and bright, airy neighborhood energy. Regulars drop in for brunch dishes with serious culinary intent—think Moreton Bay Bug Benedict with poached eggs alongside a playful kangaroo pastrami 'rooben' stacked with pineapple sauerkraut on toasted light rye. The dining room buzzes with casual daytime catch-ups over batch brews and Duke's roaster espresso, rounded out by fluffy Japanese soufflé pancakes drizzled in rich espresso sauce.

  • Signature Kangaroo Rooben: Kangaroo pastrami paired with sweet pineapple sauerkraut and thousand island dressing on toasted light rye.
  • Elevated Seafood Centerpieces: Moreton Bay Bug Benedict and lobster options bring high-end crustacean fare to daytime brunch.
  • Attentive, Owner-Led Service: Co-owners Glen and Phil personally run the floor, accommodating custom drink orders and tailoring celebratory touches.
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What's On at Clementine

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Why Diners Choose Clementine

Elevated daytime dining in South Melbourne shaped by innovative dishes, warm owner hospitality, and memorable group brunches.

  • Signature Seafood & Gourmet Brunch Creations

    Chefs build elevated brunch staples around luxury ingredients, including Moreton Bay Bug Benedict with poached eggs and rich breakfast soufflés.

    The benedict was perfectly cooked and the bug meat paired beautifully with the eggs

    weisikmui

  • Distinctive Twists on Savory Classics

    The kitchen offers unconventional takes on classic fare, such as the signature 'rooben' crafted with kangaroo pastrami and pineapple sauerkraut.

    The "rooben" sandwich with kangaroo pastrami is delicious, the flecks of sweet pineapple mixed in with the sauerkraut is something else.

    lady sapphire

  • Caring, Hands-On Hospitality From the Owners

    Hands-on owners Glen and Phil personally welcome guests and go out of their way to tailor custom off-menu drinks and make patrons feel genuinely looked after.

    The owner did his upmost to make me one, despite it not being in the menu, and it was very good!

    Claire Kuiper

  • A Restorative and Welcoming Atmosphere

    Guests consistently find a calming, home-like escape where attentive staff and bright spaces turn morning dining into a restorative ritual.

    Brunch was exactly what we’ve come to love, bright, relaxed, and welcoming from the moment we walked in.

    Claire Culley

  • Celebratory Weekend Brunches and Gatherings

    Spacious communal seating, chilled Prosecco, and thoughtful celebratory gestures like birthday candles make group meetups effortless.

    Highly recommend the champagne brunch with friends — it’s the perfect weekend treat!

    Mishti Shirke

  • A Dedicated Space for Daytime Catch-Ups

    Generous portions, vibrant shared plates, and comfortable group tables provide an inviting setting to reconnect over daytime dining.

    Whenever I want to treat a friend and have lots of things to catch up about, Clementine is the first place pop up in my mind.

    Caitlynn Z

Signature brunch and lunch centerpieces that define the dining experience

  • Baked Eggs

    you cannot leave without trying the baked eggs—they are perfect for Sunday morning bf.

    Sean Nare

  • Moreton Bay Bug Benedict

    both the Clementine Style Baked Eggs and Moreton Bay Bug Benedict were fantastic.

    Dmitry Sadovnikov

  • Rooben Sandwich

    The "rooben" sandwich with kangaroo pastrami is delicious, the flecks of sweet pineapple mixed in with the sauerkraut is something else.

    lady sapphire

  • Sunday Roast Wagyu Beef

    That was the best Sunday roast we’ve ever had! The meat was tender and generous serving.

    Reo Shigeno

Other favorites

Creative sweet plates and specialty drinks to complement brunch

  • Tiramisu Breakfast Soufflé

    The Soufflé was incredibly light and spongy, the espresso sauce was the perfect finishing touch

    weisikmui

  • Rose Water Iced Matcha

    The rose water iced matcha was impeccable! Came with a bit of delectable Turkish delight and topped with fairy floss.

    Khanh Nguyen

  • Banoffee Cloud

    Banoffee Cloud (AUD 9)

    weisikmui

  • Batch Brew Coffee

    The batch brew coffee is excellent

    Dmitry Sadovnikov

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful gestures and hospitable moments that elevate brunch in South Melbourne.

  • Birthday Celebration Candle on Soufflé

    When celebrating a birthday, staff added a celebratory candle to a Japanese soufflé order, providing a personalized and thoughtful touch for the occasion.

  • Off-Menu Custom Coffee Accommodations

    The owner accommodated a bespoke, off-menu beverage request for a 'Crema' (coffee topped with cold whipped cream) for a grieving customer needing comfort.

  • Fairy Floss and Confectionery Garnishes

    Specialty drink orders like the rose water iced matcha are accompanied by Turkish delight and finished with fairy floss.

  • Complimentary Coffee During Outages

    When external payment network outages prevented card processing, the cafe gifted the customer their coffee free of charge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What dishes are most popular or unique on the menu?

The menu features inventive signatures such as a 'rooben' made with kangaroo pastrami and pineapple sauerkraut, Moreton Bay Bug or lobster benedict, and light Japanese-style soufflé pancakes. Options change regularly alongside classic cafe fare.

Is Clementine open for dinner or late into the evening?

Clementine operates as a daytime cafe from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM on weekends. Signs indicating late openings refer primarily to private functions.

How generous are the portion sizes?

Dishes tend to be generous and filling, with options like baked eggs and Wagyu roast beef offering hearty portions, though lighter or more delicately portioned items like certain shared salads and wraps also feature across the menu.

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