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District Brewer - Cafe Bentleigh

36 Brewer Rd, Bentleigh VIC 3204, Australia

Recommended by 31 people

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Find District Brewer - Cafe Bentleigh

36 Brewer Rd, Bentleigh VIC 3204, Australia

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+61 455 232 467
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About District Brewer - Cafe Bentleigh

District Brewer pairs serious cafe fare with a sheltered garden courtyard built for long mornings. Regulars swear by the mushroom benedict layered with dashi, house hash, and fried enoki alongside a condensed-milk Vietnamese iced coffee. Kids dig into fluffy hotcakes while picking through the courtyard toy stash, and the outdoor area welcomes leashed dogs without fuss. Brekkie runs late into the afternoon—crowned by honey-gochujang fried chicken on coriander milk buns.

  • Mushroom Benedict: poached eggs, house hash, dashi, mushroom medley, and fried enoki on one plate
  • Family & Dog-Friendly Courtyard: sheltered outdoor dining area equipped with toys for children and space for dogs
  • Korean Fried Chicken Burger: gochujang and honey fried chicken stacked with pickled veg on a coriander milk bun
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Why Dine at District Brewer

From sheltered courtyard play areas to signature Asian-fusion brunch favorites, discover why Bentleigh locals love District Brewer.

  • Sheltered Courtyard with Children's Toys

    A sheltered outdoor dining courtyard keeps young children occupied with a dedicated collection of toys while parents relax and dine.

    We were seated in the outdoor courtyard which was perfect for a sunny day like today - with the Sun rays pouring in but sheltered so it’s not too hot! There was also an abundance of toys outside for the little ones to play with whilst you enjoy your meal.

    Hungry Piglet

  • Welcoming Dog-Friendly Outdoor Space

    The cafe warmly invites four-legged companions into the courtyard, creating a welcoming family-friendly environment for dog owners.

    Delicious dishes, pet-friendly and such a welcoming space, making it perfect for the whole family. We’ll definitely be back!

    Milo The Red Cavoodle

  • Flavorful Asian-Influenced Brunch Staples

    Creative culinary offerings merge traditional brunch staples with Asian elements like dashi mushroom benedict, Korean fried chicken, and Vietnamese iced coffee.

    Overall such a tasty brunch feast! The mushroom benedict was tasty, all the different individual elements was perfectly cooked, and loved the different textures on the plate.

    Hungry Piglet

  • Consistent Morning Coffee and Grab-and-Go Routine

    Reliable specialty brews, smooth iced lattes, and quality breakfast items serve busy morning school drop-offs and remote workers.

    Great place to go before/after school starts. The staff is built up of kind and funny people who make you feel like you’re right at home. The food is great and they have hands down the best iced lattes I’ve had.

    Nat

  • Warm and Accommodating Neighborhood Hospitality

    Attentive, familiar staff provide attentive service that leaves parents, pet owners, and solo diners feeling genuinely cared for and relaxed.

    Consistently great coffee and excellent team. My dogs and I are always welcomed warmly and the staff are so accomodating. Very dog friendly too.

    Meg O

  • Homely and Relaxing Atmosphere

    Comfortable, personal service provides a reassuring home-away-from-home vibe where guests unwind effortlessly.

    The vibe is welcoming, the staff are super friendly, and the food is always fresh and full of flavor. You can really tell the love and effort that goes into every dish.

    Harshita Arora

Signature savory plates and brunch favorites

  • The Mushroom Benedict

    I highly recommend the mushroom benedict and the kids pancakes.

    Emily Russell

  • Korean Fried Chicken burger

    The Korean Fried chicken was really juicy, great flavours and such a yummy burger.

    Hungry Piglet

  • supersalad

    The supersalad was quite filling - loved the different ingredients and the flavour profiles and textural combinations that they brought to the salad

    Hungry Piglet

  • pulled beef burger

    For my food, I had the pulled beef burger, which was definitely amazing, with the taste of the pulled beef and barbecue sauce leaving the only word to describing it to be mouth watering.

    Josh Conn

Other favorites

Specialty drinks, breakfast plates, and family favorites

  • Vietnamese iced coffee

    You can really taste the coffee and the condensed milk and it was a really enjoyable drink.

    Hungry Piglet

  • kids pancakes

    One other thing was their kids pancake, it's one of the most fluffy pancakes I've had before

    Vincent T

  • house made granola

    I had the house made granola with honey yoghurt and it was delicious.

    Andrew Osborne

  • iced matcha

    Thank you for making me my first ever iced matcha!

    Meg O

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful amenities and attentive care that make every visit easy and welcoming

  • Courtyard Play Toys for Little Ones

    Families dining in the sheltered outdoor courtyard have access to an abundance of toys to keep children entertained throughout the meal.

  • Welcoming Pet Hospitality

    Four-legged companions are warmly greeted alongside diners in the courtyard, with staff accommodating both small dogs out back and larger pets out front.

  • Device Recharging Setup

    Diners needing a pitstop while waiting for vehicle servicing can comfortably recharge phones and devices while dining.

  • Proactive Seating Care

    Service staff proactively watch out for diner comfort, unprompted offering to shift guests away from excess sun exposure into cooler seating.

Before you head over

Practical tips on courtyard seating, visiting with pets, and menu options

  • Head to the Courtyard for Family Visits

    The sheltered back courtyard offers an abundance of toys to keep toddlers entertained while parents dine, though space can fill up during peak brunch hours.

  • Seating Options with Pets

    The back courtyard is ideal for smaller pets, while guests with larger dogs can find more spacious seating out in the front area.

  • Navigating Dietary Preferences

    District Brewer accommodates vegan, vegetarian, and allergy requirements, but be sure to notify the front-of-house staff early to ensure modifications are handled smoothly.

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