Restaurant
Core Roasters
14 Barkly St, Brunswick East VIC 3057, Australia
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14 Barkly St, Brunswick East VIC 3057, Australia
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Brunswick East locals point coffee obsessives straight toward Barkly Street. Zero cafe theater—just beans roasted on site, pour-overs dialed on a Decent machine, and a firm oat-only rule for milk. Neighbors wedge inside for the brews, but the counter bakes demand equal attention. The kitchen rolls pastry daily, packing buttery layers with Southeast Asian flavors like savory tom yum and sweet kaya pandan.
- Precision Brewing: Filter coffees and pour-overs run through a Decent machine to dial in acidity and profile clarity.
- Creative In-House Bakes: Scratch-baked on site daily, featuring savory and sweet creations like the Tom Yum Danish and Kaya Pandan Croissant.
- Purist Milk Pairing: Alternative milk is kept strictly to oat to complement and protect the flavor profile of the roasted beans.
- Neighborhood Hospitality: A compact, dog-friendly roastery counter staffed by owners who greet regulars and their pets by name.
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Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose Core Roasters
From precision Decent machine brews to inventive in-house Southeast Asian viennoiserie, discover why coffee purists make the pilgrimage to Core Roasters.
Precision Extraction on Decent Machines
Pour-overs and single-origin beans are extracted on advanced Decent machinery to spotlight the natural acidity and flavor profiles of every roast.
The pour-over coffee are made using Decent Coffee Machine (if you know you know), great acidity and very easy to drink.
Harry Utomo Curated Sensory Milk Standards
Alternative milk orders are intentionally curated to oat milk exclusively, guaranteeing that non-dairy beverages pair seamlessly with roasted beans.
being picky as a cafe owner about what milk taste good with your coffee shoulda been the biggest green flag ever.
Wils Inventive Southeast Asian In-House Bakes
The pastry cabinet rotates hand-laminated viennoiserie baked on-site each morning, highlighted by signature Tom Yum Danishes and Kaya Pandan Croissants.
Tom yum Danish & Kaya Pandan Croissant were also very delish
Wils Artisan Daily Scratch Viennoiserie
Laminated treats range from sweet yuzu turnovers to savory bakes like vegan mushroom rendang curry puffs, scratch-baked on premise daily.
The vegan mushroom rendang curry puff was surprisingly yum!
Cherry T Warm Dog-Friendly Morning Routine
The cafe fosters a dedicated morning stop where locals, out-of-town visitors, and neighbourhood dogs are welcomed like family.
Danni and Michael, in particular, always greeted us with smiles and treated our doggos like family.
Kevin Nguyen Community-Centered Neighborhood Hub
Regulars and pets gather beneath the unassuming roller door for genuine, unpretentious hospitality from passionate founders.
Their care for the people (and pups!) who walk under the unassuming roller door emanates out of them - visiting is like seeing an old friend.
Sian Morgan
Most popular items
Precision-dialed filter coffees and inventive house-baked pastries celebrated by Brunswick East locals.
Croissants
croissants are 10/10
Lachlan Stagg Pour-Over Coffee
The pour-over coffee are made using Decent Coffee Machine (if you know you know), great acidity and very easy to drink.
Harry Utomo Tom Yum Danish
Tom yum Danish & Kaya Pandan Croissant were also very delish
Wils Vegan Mushroom Rendang Curry Puff
The vegan mushroom rendang curry puff was surprisingly yum! 😋
Cherry T
Other favorites
Specialty drinks and sweet bakes beyond the signature brew bar
Hot Chocolate
the hot chocolate here is one of my favourites in Melbourne! It’s rich, fruity, smooth, and perfectly balanced.
lydia tan Cold Brew
The cold brew is delicious and has a slight understated sparkle to it which matches the vibe and staff.
Dean Worthington Tiramisu Cookies
core is my favourite spot for a coffee and little treat (i LOVE the tiramisu cookies).
Claire Thomas Apple and Yuzu Turnover
This morning I had the most beautiful apple and yuzu turnover and a chocolate pastry, I cannot remember the name of it but oh my god !!
Jeremy C
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful, uncompromising details define the morning ritual at Brunswick East's purist roastery—secure your spot to experience it firsthand.
BYO Jar Custom Grinding & Bean Consultation
Bring your own container and Michael will guide you through current roast profiles, grinding whole beans specifically to match your home setup.
Open-Kitchen Scratch Pastries
Co-founder Dani bakes on-site in clear view each morning, turning out Southeast Asian viennoiserie from Tom Yum Danishes to vegan mushroom rendang curry puffs.
Sensory-Curated Oat Milk Standard
A deliberate oat-only rule for alternative milk is strictly maintained to safeguard extraction nuances and roast acidity.
Dedicated Welcome for Four-Legged Regulars
Founders greet regulars and neighborhood dogs by name beneath the roller door, pairing morning pours with genuine pup hospitality and pats.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the opening hours, and are they closed certain days?
Core Roasters is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. It is open Wednesday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
What alternative milks are available for coffee?
For dairy-free coffee, oat milk is the only alternative milk option served, chosen specifically to pair best with their coffee roasting profiles.
What kind of pastries do they serve?
Yes. All pastries are baked in-house daily, featuring rotating options and distinctive Southeast Asian-inspired flavors like Tom Yum danishes, Kaya Pandan croissants, apple and yuzu turnovers, and vegan mushroom rendang curry puffs.
What is the seating like, and can you bring a dog?
Indoor seating is limited and cozy, though staff can occasionally help arrange additional space or turn on nearby heaters if it feels chilly by the roller door. Dogs are also welcome.
Can you buy freshly roasted beans ground for home brewing?
Yes, you can bring your own jar or container, and staff will walk you through their beans and grind them to suit your home brewing setup.
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