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Foremost Coffee St Kilda Rd
312 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia
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312 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia
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A sleek St Kilda Road outpost pairing serious specialty coffee flights with Southeast Asian cafe comfort. Baristas pull rotating roaster selections and pour comparative three-cup tastings—espresso, flat white, and batch brew side by side. Regulars drop in for the Coconut Island, a sweetened cold brew capped with pandan-infused coconut cream, chased with a toasted pull-beef rendang toastie.
- Three-Cup Barista Breakfast: Espresso, flat white, and a fruity batch brew served side by side to contrast beans and profiles.
- Coconut Island Cold Brew: Sweetened cold brew topped with velvety pandan-infused coconut cream.
- Beef Rendang Toastie: Crispy toasted sandwich packed with slow-cooked Indonesian pulled beef rendang.
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Why Visit Foremost Coffee St Kilda Rd
Discover specialty coffee flights, Southeast Asian flavours, and a relaxing retreat on St Kilda Road.
Curated Barista Breakfast Flights
Foremost offers a comparative three-cup coffee tasting flight featuring an espresso, a flat white, and a batch brew with distinct beans to explore multiple brew profiles side by side.
ordered the barista breakfast which consists of three cups of coffee; an espresso, a flat white, and a half serve of batch brew which uses a different coffee bean to the espresso-based coffee.
Barry Precision Pour-Overs & Tasting Gear
Knowledgeable baristas guide pour-over tastings using rotating single origins and specialized drinkware crafted with varying rim thickness to alter and accentuate distinct cup notes.
Ordered two pour-overs recommended by the barista and got very thorough explanations of the beans and methods to drink. The barista definitely knew what he was talking about. The shop has a kind of customized cups of varying thickness so you might get different flavors out of one coffee.
Shujing He Signature Coconut Island Cold Brew
A house signature cold coffee combining sweetened cold brew over ice with a rich topping of coconut and pandan-infused cream.
Their sweetened cold brew coffee over ice is topped with a delicious coconut & pandan-infused cream. The combination is unique, refreshing, and absolutely worth trying!
Eyie Zhang Savoury Beef Rendang Toasties
Crisp, well-proportioned toasted sandwiches filled with rich, balanced beef rendang bring regional Southeast Asian comfort food to the breakfast and lunch menu.
Though what stole the show for both of us were the sandwiches - officially the best we’ve had in Melbourne. They have so much flavour and are well proportioned and are very eatable - the bread is the perfect texture and level of toasted and the ingredients don’t spill everywhere when you eat them. We had the beef rendang and tuna toasties and they were phenomenal.
Leona Li Picturesque Botanic Gardens Setting
Situated directly opposite the Royal Botanic Gardens along St Kilda Road, the cafe serves as a scenic morning destination paired with park strolls.
The staff are absolutely lovely and the views facing the Botanic Gardens are just mint. Some highlights include the Coconut Island and the Rendang toastie.
Liv R Relaxed Modern Cafe Atmosphere
With a sleek, modern bar layout and a welcoming team, the space creates an inviting setting for casual morning catch-ups with friends or solo coffee breaks.
The café itself has such a cozy, relaxed vibe — perfect for chilling or catching up with friends. The staff were super friendly and welcoming too, which made the experience even nicer.
Cindy Jöviănd
Most popular items
Signature coffee flights, inventive iced drinks, and Indonesian-inspired cafe staples.
beef rendang toastie
The pulled beef rendang toastie was perfectly crispy and flavourful.
Vi-An Nguyen Coconut Island
Coconut Island, very smooth drink, fill my mouth from the foam which I like it, not too sweet, and the bitterness came out for the aftertaste from the coffee. VERY ENJOYABLE.
Ronaldo Siahaan pour-over
The barista makes the best pour-over. I tried the Indonesian one, and it was amazing.
Max barista breakfast
Came here in the morning and ordered the barista breakfast which consists of three cups of coffee; an espresso, a flat white, and a half serve of batch brew which uses a different coffee bean to the espresso-based coffee.
Barry
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality and technical coffee details that elevate your visit.
Variable-Thickness Flavour Cups
Pour-overs are served with specialized cups featuring varying wall thicknesses, designed to alter sensory perception and draw out different tasting notes from the same brew.
Guided Tasting Explanations
Baristas provide detailed walk-throughs of origin characteristics, bean profiles, and optimal drinking techniques when recommending pour-over selections.
Barista Breakfast Tasting Flight
Guests can order a comparative multi-cup flight featuring an espresso, a milk-based coffee, and a batch brew to explore bean variations side by side.
Attentive Beverage Verification
Staff take proactive personal ownership of order modifications and milk substitutions, ensuring drink accuracy even during peak service hours.
Before you head over
Practical advice for ordering specialty coffee, beating commuter peaks, and tasting signature items
Beat the Morning Commuter Rush
Mornings can get lively with local office workers and nearby residents; use the takeaway ordering system if you need your morning caffeine fix on the go.
Chat With the Baristas on Pour-Overs
Take advantage of bar seating and knowledgeable staff who can explain bean profiles, rotating roasters, and customized tasting cups for pour-overs.
Pair Fusion Drinks With Savory Toasties
For a well-rounded meal, complement complex specialty coffees or the rich, creamy Coconut Island drink with savory options like the pulled beef rendang toastie.
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