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Fine Aromas Cafe

84 Newcombe St, Portarlington VIC 3223, Australia

Recommended by 61 people

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84 Newcombe St, Portarlington VIC 3223, Australia

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+61 438 805 176
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: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Fine Aromas Cafe

Steps from the Portarlington foreshore, this unhurried Bellarine haven pairs generous all-day breakfasts with cozy vintage nooks. Forget early morning cutoffs. The kitchen serves morning staples well past midday—stacking plates with eggs, bacon, mushrooms, and thick-cut potato wedges served with sour cream and chilli sauce. Inside, armchairs and shelves of books invite guests to settle in, browse homewares, and sip a smooth flat white beside a complimentary counter sweet.

  • All-day breakfast: Morning staples and hefty platters run well past noon, ditching the usual morning cutoff.
  • Vintage lounge space: Armchairs, couches, and reading nooks provide space to linger over coffee and free counter treats.
  • Curated homewares: Shelves around the cafe feature homeware pieces available to browse and buy.
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Why Choose Fine Aromas Cafe

Discover why visitors and Portarlington locals choose Fine Aromas Cafe for breakfast, lunch, and leisurely downtime.

  • All-Day Breakfast Menu

    Fine Aromas serves generous, hearty breakfast dishes well past standard morning hours when nearby venues have closed their morning service.

    ordered from their all day breakfast menu, I had eggs on toast but added mushrooms, hash brown and bacon, was beautiful and at a good price

    Jimmy Tilders

  • Generous Portions & Fair Value

    Guests can count on satisfying, generously portioned meals made with fresh ingredients without high coastal prices.

    the food is fresh, tasty & refreshingly affordable considering it's located a few mins away from the Portarlington peer

    Sharon Turner

  • Dedicated Reading Lounge

    A dedicated lounge space fitted with comfortable armchairs, couches, and books allows visitors to read and decompress at an unhurried pace.

    Couch, armchairs and books to read are a further bonus.

    Christine Wrest Smith

  • Warm Vintage Character

    The cafe balances nostalgic decor, soft background music, and retail homewares to create an inviting, book-inspired sanctuary.

    If you are looking for a cafe that feels warm and inviting, as if you are in a vintage cafe that you only read about in books or see in movies, then fine aroma's is for you.

    Leza Nagel

  • Attentive & Personalized Care

    Attentive table care ensures patrons feel completely prioritized and looked after even during the cafe's busiest lunchtime rushes.

    even though it was very buisy, we were made to feel like we were the only ones there

    twoutesmarlin

  • Warm & Welcoming Hospitality

    A genuinely friendly, down-to-earth welcome immediately puts coastal day-trippers and regulars at ease.

    the food is amazing the staff are so sweet and kind and welcoming

    shyrah crennan

Customer-favourite mains and all-day breakfast dishes

  • Big Breakfast

    Big breakfast was extravagant and still available at 12.30 pm

    Richard Smith

  • Garlic Prawns

    we had garlic prawns and the wedges they were fresh and beautiful flavours.

    Raynee Blake

  • Thai Beef Salad

    I enjoyed my Thai Beef salad.

    Richard Smith

  • Steak Sanga

    Steak Sanga Oh My delicious No need for dinner

    craig robin

Other favorites

Complementary beverages, sides, and accompaniments

  • Fat Cut Chips

    had the fat cut chips (generous portion), which are home-made tasty potatoes wedge style with sourcream & chilly sauce

    Sharon Turner

  • Milkshakes

    some of the best milkshakes I've ever tasted.

    Leza Nagel

  • Hot Chocolates

    top tier coffees and hot chocolates

    Leza Nagel

  • Side of Avo

    A side of avo here is $3.90 but in Melbourne that would be $8 for the size, fresh produce aswell!!!

    Eli Jones

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate your visit to Fine Aromas Cafe

  • Countertop Confectionery Treat

    Guests are offered a complimentary Fantail or caramel treat at the counter.

  • Reading Nooks & Lounge Seating

    A designated space featuring couches, armchairs, and books offers guests an unhurried spot to read and relax.

  • Classic Film Screenings & Acoustic Ambience

    Guests are entertained with acoustic background music and classic films screening for playful ambience.

  • In-House Homewares Retail Display

    Patrons can browse and purchase a curated collection of beautiful items for the home right within the cafe.

Before you head over

Practical tips for timing your visit and making the most of your stay in Portarlington.

  • Order All-Day Breakfast Anytime

    Breakfast remains available well past standard morning cutoffs, with patrons enjoying options like the big breakfast after midday and late morning.

  • Linger in the Reading Lounge

    Unwind in the cozy lounge space outfitted with armchairs, couches, and books, and be sure to grab a complimentary sweet treat at the counter.

  • Pick From Varied Seating Areas

    Groups can choose between breezy outdoor shaded seating, a back garden area, or air-conditioned indoor comfort when visiting from the ferry or beach.

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