Restaurant
Grain Store
517 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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517 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Morning regulars head to Flinders Lane when standard breakfast plates will not cut it. Grain Store trades routine cafe staples for serious kitchen craft—think rich beef cheek or tender pulled pork folded into Eggs Benedict, and silky chilli crab scrambled across warm pastry. Baristas keep the grinders dialed for steady morning rushes while floor staff navigate a packed room with effortless warmth. The kitchen rotates its menu with the seasons, freshly pressed apple juice lands on nearly every table, and plates routinely return to the pass scraped clean.
- Inventive Brunch Plates: Menu signatures include pulled pork or slow-cooked beef cheek Eggs Benedict served with crisp homemade hash browns.
- Dialed-In Coffee: Baristas pull specialty espresso with detailed latte art designed to pace the morning commute.
- Flinders Lane Setting: A light-filled, industrial space set directly along Melbourne's premier dining lane.
- Attentive Floor Service: Welcoming floor staff seat walk-ins swiftly and keep service humming through peak weekend hours.
What's On at Grain Store
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose Grain Store
Restaurant-grade brunch, attentive hospitality, and tailored event spaces on Flinders Lane
Inventive Brunch Craft
Elevated cafe dining replaces standard staples with inventive plates like tender pulled pork Eggs Benedict and chilli crab scrambled eggs on croissants.
The pulled pork was really tender.
WX Evolving Seasonal Menu
The kitchen continually refreshes its culinary offerings with seasonal updates and newly created dishes rather than adhering to a static breakfast menu.
The food menu is seasonal and changes regularly.
KMML Warm, Personalised Care
Attentive, personalised hospitality ensures each guest is treated with authentic consideration, transforming a quick CBD breakfast into a memorable dining experience.
the whole team made me feel genuinely welcomed, valued, and cared for from the moment I walked in.
Tay Webb Welcoming Laneway Hospitality
Engaging and personable leadership creates a relaxed laneway atmosphere where visitors and locals immediately feel settled and comfortable.
The owner is incredibly kind, welcoming, and very personable, which made us feel right at home.
Karina Henneberger Intimate Private Celebrations
A dedicated backroom function space provides tailored catering and seamless coordination for milestones and private celebrations like hen's brunches.
Highly recommend for anyone looking to do an intimate function!
Alicia Yeo Tailored Group Luncheons
The backroom space and attentive floor staff accommodate business gatherings and roundtables with bespoke multi-course dining menus.
The chef delivered a delicious 3-course meal and the wait staff were absolutely lovely.
Leanne Shelton
Most popular items
Customer favorites and standout offerings at Grain Store, from inventive breakfast plates to private event hosting.
Eggs Benedict
I ordered the Eggs Benedict and everything in there was so well-executed. The pulled pork was really tender.
WX French Toast
Gluten free French toast with berries OMG.
Dan Egglestone Private Event Dining
Highly recommend for anyone looking to do an intimate function!
Alicia Yeo Crab Chilli Scrambled Eggs
The eggs were silky and a decent amount of chunky crab throughout the omelette. The chilli and chilli mayo flavour was out of this world.
Niki Vasiliadis
Other favorites
House-made sides, cold specialty drinks, event desserts, and private backroom dining that extend beyond standard morning mains.
Homemade Hash Browns
hash browns were homemade, juice was homemade and everything was so fresh.
Zoe Iced Coffee
I also ordered an iced coffee, which was refreshing and revitalising after being stuck in a very hot stuffy office for my morning!
F W Chocolate Mousse Dessert
all 15 of our guests raved about the quality of the food, especially the chocolate mousse dessert they specially prepared for us.
Alicia Yeo Private Backroom Luncheons
The chef delivered a delicious 3-course meal and the wait staff were absolutely lovely.
Leanne Shelton
Frequently Asked Questions
Should you book a table in advance?
The cafe accepts reservations and booking ahead is recommended, especially for busy times. Walk-ins can often be accommodated, though you may face a brief wait during peak morning rushes.
Is there a seating time limit during peak hours?
During peak service and weekend rushes, staff implement a designated 1-hour seating guideline to keep tables turning. Weekday mornings tend to be quieter with lighter crowds.
When can you order from both the breakfast and lunch menus?
To access both options, aim to arrive around 11:00 AM, as breakfast ordering ends before midday and lunch dishes become available starting at 11:00 AM.
Can you host private events or group luncheons?
Yes, the venue accommodates private gatherings such as celebratory brunches and business roundtables in a dedicated backroom space, offering tailored multi-course meals and dedicated event coordination.
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