Restaurant
Ella James Cafe
1 Tullamarine Park Rd, Tullamarine VIC 3043, Australia
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1 Tullamarine Park Rd, Tullamarine VIC 3043, Australia
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Plan your visitAbout Ella James Cafe
Tullamarine tradies and travelers off the Tullamarine Freeway stop here for massive, overstuffed roast pork rolls and banh mi. Counter displays balance Vietnamese rice paper rolls and crisp crackling pork against classic bakery staples like egg and bacon rolls and sausage rolls. Locals point out portions packed so heavily that fillings spill out the sides, finished with house gravy and fresh chilli.
- Dual-Menu Counter: Banh mi and double-sized pork spring rolls share the counter with hot sausage rolls and breakfast sandwiches.
- Overflowing Fillings: Crackle-topped roast pork and chicken rolls come packed to spilling point with meat, salad, and sauces.
- Convenient Airport Stopover: Ample off-street parking and quick service make for an easy stopover just minutes from Melbourne Airport.
What's On at Ella James Cafe
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Why Choose Ella James Cafe
Substantial Vietnamese rolls and classic cafe fare near Tullamarine and Melbourne Airport
Overflowing, Substantial Rolls
Rolls are packed with ample meat and salad fillings that satisfy serious appetites during work breaks or travel.
my roll was filled so much things were falling out on the other side.
Brigitta Szarka Signature Roast Pork Banh Mi
Crisp, freshly made pork rolls provide a hearty and memorable hot lunch option.
Best tasting roll I've ever had.
Adrian Pendlebury Convenient Post-Flight Stopover
Located right off the route near Melbourne Airport, it serves as a convenient food and coffee stop right after landing or before hitting the highway.
Just drove by and stopped after landing at the airport. Hidden gem!!!
Disco Atze Industrial Hub Convenience
Tucked conveniently in the Tullamarine industrial precinct, it offers quick access to substantial feeds during workday shifts.
Definitely a hidden gem in this industrial area.
Andy Lynch Accommodating, Flexible Service
Counter staff welcome guests warmly and readily adapt orders to accommodate off-menu requests.
Made me a great fried egg banh mi despite it not being on the menu :)
Ashlea Smith Welcoming Team Atmosphere
A warm, upbeat team creates an inviting atmosphere that leaves patrons in high spirits.
The women running this cafe are so lovely - you just have to walk away happy.
Melinda Christophersen
Most popular items
Substantial banh mi and cafe staples favored by transit travelers and local workers
Roast pork roll
We had roast pork & roast chicken rolls. Great value & you will be very full after! Delicious!
emma Egg and bacon roll
Had the best egg and bacon roll
Brett Wester Spring rolls
Ella James has the best spring rolls around, they're at least double the size of regular spring rolls with pork, vermicelli noodles, shredded carrot and such in them.
Ryan Wagner BBQ pork Bahn Mi
I had a BBQ pork Bahn Mi which was delicious.
Jon Jones
Frequently Asked Questions
Allow Time for Made-to-Order Hot Breakfast
Hot breakfast items like the bacon and egg roll are cooked to order and can take around 10 minutes to prepare, so plan accordingly if traveling during morning commute hours.
Utilize On-Site Front Parking
Off-street parking is conveniently situated right outside the front doors, alongside an accessible customer restroom inside the venue.
Feel Free to Request Custom Combinations
If you are visiting after a flight or late in the work shift, staff comfortably accommodate late arrivals and can customize orders off-menu, such as preparing fried egg rolls upon request.
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