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Fenton

158 Rathdowne St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

Recommended by 75 people

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158 Rathdowne St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

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+61 3 9328 3401
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Fenton

Rathdowne Street regulars drop into Fenton for a harvest menu sourced straight from the owners' regional farm—clean plates, zero fuss. Mornings mean dialed-in espresso, sourdough bakes, and what Carlton locals back as the sharpest tuna melt Northside. Come Friday evening, the rhythm shifts: Supernorma takes over to roll fresh pasta, ten-dollar negronis start flowing, and fresh oysters hit the counter.

  • Own-Farm Harvest Menu: Seasonal plates shaped by fresh produce driven in directly from the owners' farm outside Melbourne.
  • Friday Supernorma Collab: Friday nights feature fresh pasta collaborations alongside ten-dollar negronis and shucked oysters.
  • Daytime Cafe Classics: Smooth espresso and crisp toasties served in a bright, relaxed Carlton dining room.
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Why Dine at Fenton

From farm-driven daytime dining to lively Friday evening pasta collabs, reserve your spot to experience Carlton's favorite neighborhood retreat.

  • Hyper-Local Farm Sourcing

    Dishes evolve around fresh seasonal produce grown directly on the owners' rural Victorian farms, creating an honest, hyper-local harvest menu.

    The restaurant changes their "harvest menu" very regularly depending on what comes out of the vegetable/animal farms that owners have just outside of Melbourne.

    Guillaume Méric

  • Satisfying Daytime Staples

    Whether dropping by after morning exercise or settling in for lunch, the kitchen executes dialed-in comfort food alongside smooth, rich coffee.

    Their toasties are a must-try — crispy, cheesy, and so satisfying.

    Komal Midha

  • Friday Happy Hour Aperitivo

    Fenton transitions smoothly into the weekend with a bustling Friday aperitivo featuring freshly shucked oysters and classic cocktails at neighborly prices.

    Came here with my friend for Friday happy hour with $10 negroni’s and $2.50 oysters.

    Katie Webb

  • Pop-Up Pasta Evenings

    Regular Friday evening collaborations bring local pop-up dinners to life, pairing fresh pasta with a communal, high-energy neighborhood atmosphere.

    Great for brunch or to bring your pasta from supernorma on a Friday night.

    C Dunleavy

  • A Calming, Unhurried Ambience

    The light-filled, rustic Carlton space offers a tranquil respite that encourages visitors to unhurry and linger over their morning cup.

    honestly one of those places that make you slow down a little.

    kulraj singh

  • Nourishing Culinary Care

    Careful culinary execution and uncompromised ingredient integrity leave guests feeling physically restored and grounded.

    If you are in the mood for truly great produce that will make you feel good, you won’t be disappointed.

    Felix F

From daytime espresso and wholesome toasties to farm-led pasta and Friday evening aperitivo pairings.

  • Coffee

    The coffee was spot on smooth, strong, and perfectly made.

    kulraj singh

  • Tuna Melt

    I cannot recommend enough the tuna melt, it is in my view the greatest tuna melt Northside.

    michael cappello

  • Oysters & Negronis

    The negroni’s were delicious and oysters which were good quality and fresh.

    Katie Webb

  • Nettle Gnocchi

    I had the nettle gnocchi which, as an Italian I can confidently say were next level

    Lavinia Puccetti

Other favorites

House-baked pastries, daytime sweets, and Friday aperitivo staples that round out the menu.

  • Carrot Cake

    This was one of the best slices of carrot cake I’ve ever tasted—so soft and moist it melts in your mouth.

    N Saini

  • Friand

    The Friand was perfect.

    Daniel Van Roo

  • Fresh Oysters

    oysters which were good quality and fresh.

    Katie Webb

  • Happy Hour Negroni

    The negroni’s were delicious

    Katie Webb

Frequently Asked Questions

What food items are recommended to order?

Reviewers highlight popular savoury choices such as crispy toasties (notably the tuna melt), the Garden Plates with fresh produce and pickled vegetables, avocado toast, and breakfast items like sausage with scrambled eggs. Sweet items include cakes such as carrot cake, and friands.

Does the menu change with the seasons?

Yes. Fenton regularly updates its offerings with seasonal specials and a harvest menu driven by fresh ingredients sourced from the owners' farm outside Melbourne.

What happens on Friday evenings?

On Friday nights, Fenton hosts collaborations with Supernorma featuring pasta dishes, alongside a Friday happy hour with drinks like negronis and fresh oysters.

Can the kitchen accommodate dietary requirements?

Yes, reviewers report that the staff and kitchen are very accommodating with overlapping dietary needs, with chefs even annotating menus to clarify dish options for guests.

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