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Haiku

1161 Toorak Rd, Camberwell VIC 3124, Australia

Recommended by 25 people

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1161 Toorak Rd, Camberwell VIC 3124, Australia

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+61 3 9995 3815
HoursMonday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Haiku

Southeast Melbourne brunch regulars track this Camberwell kitchen for morning spreads that trade standard eggs on toast for rice and grilled salmon. Daily trays center on teishoku—balanced with bowls of miso, pickles, and seasonal sides. Tables fill quickly for the crispy chicken curry and cold brew topped with orange-infused foam, though the kitchen works at an unhurried pace. Regulars often duck next door to Future while waiting, picking up house-made yuzu salt and imported snacks.

  • Teishoku Morning Sets: Traditional breakfast trays complete with grilled fish, rice, miso soup, and rotating seasonal sides.
  • Specialty Teas & Cold Brew: Smooth matcha, roasted genmaicha and hojicha lattes, alongside cold brew topped with citrus foam.
  • Adjoining Japanese Grocer: Direct access to Future next door for browsing Japanese pantry seasonings, snacks, and tableware.
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Why Diners Choose Haiku

Discover what sets Haiku's Japanese teishoku sets, specialty drinks, and curated grocer apart in Camberwell.

  • Authentic Teishoku Morning Sets

    Guests enjoy authentic teishoku breakfast sets complete with miso, seasoned rice, and perfectly balanced sides like grilled salmon and dengaku.

    full Japanese breakfast set with salmon grilled just beautifully was superb

    Jae Leigh

  • Inventive Japanese-Western Fusion

    Haiku reimagines morning dining by blending Japanese profiles with brunch formats, from teriyaki duck benedicto to crème brûlée French toast.

    Their brunch dishes are so creative, mixing so well both Western and Asian flavours onto a dish.

    Aimee Le

  • Specialty Japanese Teas & Lattes

    Diners can pair their meals with specialty Japanese tea options including genmaicha lattes, hojicha, and authentic matcha drinks.

    had their all day breakfast set - Eggplant Dengaku and Genmaicha latte. Both soooo delicious..

    Ms May

  • Distinctive Cold Brew Creations

    Coffee selections feature refined signature preparations such as house cold brews finished with orange-infused foam.

    Highly recommend the shiro blanc - a fruity cold brew with orange-infused cold foam. Very refreshing.

    Ashley Wang

  • Adjoining Japanese Grocery & Homewares

    The adjoining Japanese store Future gives visitors a seamless spot to browse homewares, tea, and seasonings while waiting for seating.

    Whilst we waited we went next door to Future and brought ourselves some tea and jam.

    rainie qx

  • Post-Brunch Japanese Pantry Shopping

    Guests can browse imported snacks and signature pantry items next door immediately following their brunch experience.

    There’s also a Japanese grocery store right next door, which is a great stop to make after brunch to pick up some Japanese goodies and snacks.

    Nana Utsugi

Signature Japanese morning sets and inventive East-meets-West brunch staples

  • Teishoku Japanese Breakfast Set

    full Japanese breakfast set with salmon grilled just beautifully was superb.

    Jae Leigh

  • Crispy Chicken Curry

    the crispy chicken curry was bursting with flavor

    Katherine Su

  • Crème Brûlée French Toast

    The crème brûlée French toast is a masterpiece. Very well thought-out and superbly balanced.

    E L

  • Teriyaki Duck Benedicto

    TBH I was very reluctant when it came out but wow it actually tasted so good! Everything complemented each other so well, highly recommend !

    Aimee Le

Other favorites

Specialty Japanese teas, signature cold brews, and house-baked daily sweets

  • Shiro Blanc

    Highly recommend the shiro blanc - a fruity cold brew with orange-infused cold foam. Very refreshing.

    Ashley Wang

  • Genmaicha Latte

    I tried the Genmaicha latte which I loved!

    rainie qx

  • Matcha Drink

    the matcha drink was smooth and just right.

    Katherine Su

  • Yuzu Crumble Cheesecake

    To finish off we had some dessert which was a Yuzu Crumble Cheesecake and a Yuzu Madeline, which are baked in house daily and DIVINE.

    Lauren

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality, daily baked treats, and seamless grocer exploration that elevate the visit

  • Personalized Hospitality and Birthday Celebrations

    Waitstaff like Snow warmly welcome patrons, offer tailored menu recommendations, and actively make guests feel celebrated on special occasions like birthdays.

  • Integrated Adjoining Grocer and Homewares Perusal

    Guests can browse Future, the adjoined Japanese grocery and homewares store, to purchase teas, house-made yuzu salt, and specialty seasonings while waiting for a table or after dining.

  • Daily In-House Baked Yuzu Pastries

    In-house baked treats like yuzu crumble cheesecake and yuzu madeleines are prepared fresh daily to complement specialty drinks and meals.

  • Dinner Invitation Vouchers on Departure

    Diners are extended return visit coupons upon concluding their daytime cafe visit to experience evening dining.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I book a table in advance?

Yes, booking in advance is recommended as the cafe gets busy and crowded during peak times, though walk-ins and bar seating are often accommodated.

What are the portion sizes like for breakfast sets?

The breakfast sets and bowls come in generous portions with multiple side dishes such as rice, miso soup, and edamame, making them hearty and filling.

Is there a Japanese grocery store next door?

Yes, Future, a specialty grocery store right next door to the cafe, offers Japanese snacks, teas, house-made seasonings, and homewares that you can browse before or after your meal.

Does the cafe have heated outdoor seating?

Yes, Haiku offers an outdoor back seating area that is equipped with heaters to keep diners warm and comfortable during cooler weather.

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