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Hareruya Pantry CBD

27 Somerset Pl, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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27 Somerset Pl, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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HoursMonday: 10:30 AM – 10:30 PM Tuesday: 10:30 AM – 10:30 PM Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 10:30 PM Thursday: 10:30 AM – 10:30 PM Friday: 10:30 AM – 10:30 PM Saturday: 10:30 AM – 10:30 PM Sunday: 10:30 AM – 10:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Hareruya Pantry CBD

Somerset Place delivers an instant retreat from Melbourne rain—a minimalist Japanese counter scooping cold gelato wrapped to order in soft daifuku skin. The real draw is the texture: chewy rice dough draped over deep, roasted flavors that keep sugar in check. Regulars gravitate toward the No3 Hojicha and Cookie or the earthy Strong Matcha, though the nutty black sesame holds its own. Settle onto one of the movable chairs with a hot hojicha latte while the laneway queue shuffles past outside.

  • Mochi-Wrapped Gelato: Scoops are wrapped to order in thin, chewy daifuku skin for a distinct textural contrast.
  • Japanese Tea Profiles: Intense, balanced tea profiles including Strong Matcha, Genmaicha, and roasted Hojicha.
  • Laneway Haven: A tucked-away Somerset Place hideaway with clean lines and flexible, movable seating.
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Why Visit Hareruya Pantry CBD

Discover freshly wrapped daifuku gelato and authentic Japanese tea profiles tucked in a Melbourne laneway.

  • Freshly Wrapped Daifuku Gelato

    Scoops of artisan gelato are freshly enrobed in a soft, stretchy daifuku skin that creates an irresistible tactile contrast against cold gelato.

    I love that they can serve the ice cream within a daifuku skin for that mochi-chewy goodness.

    Nikko Chan

  • Pillowy Soft Texture Contrast

    Each serving provides an immediate mood lift through pillowy, delicate mochi encasing lively fruit and citrus blends.

    The mochi skin is soft, delicate, and slightly chewy — that perfect texture that feels almost like a cool pillow in your hand.

    Rumee

  • Warm Laneway Haven

    Tucked down Somerset Place, the minimalist cafe offers a serene sanctuary from harsh Melbourne weather and busy city streets.

    More than just a cafe feels like a warm cozy haven when it’s raining and freezing in Melbourne.

    Pech Sovan vitou

  • Post-Dinner Laneway Find

    Located in a quiet Melbourne alleyway, it serves as an ideal late-evening stop for post-dinner desserts.

    So glad we found this place after dinner. Situated in an alley way in the CBD.

    Lucky Duckee

  • Intense, Balanced Japanese Tea Flavors

    Features robust roasted tea options like No3 Hojicha that provide deep, authentic flavor without excessive sweetness.

    It wasn’t overly sweet, and the matcha was rich, creamy, and full of flavour.

    Sophie Nguyen

  • Concentrated Matcha & Hojicha Fix

    Delivers authentic, potent green tea drinks and lattes crafted to satisfy serious matcha cravings with generous portions.

    One of the best matcha in town with great portion at all times. You won’t regret getting your matcha fix here

    Kate Ng

Freshly wrapped daifuku gelato scoops in signature Japanese flavors

  • Strong Matcha Gelato

    This is a truely intense matcha flavour that is super satisfying, without being overly bitter.

    Nikko Chan

  • Mochi Black Sesame

    Ended up getting the mochi black sesame. The best we've ever tasted.

    Lucky Duckee

  • Mango Yuzu Mochi

    Hareruya Pantry’s Mango Yuzu Mochi is one of those little treats that instantly lifts one's mood.

    Rumee

  • Ichigo Milk Daifuku

    Usually go for the Ichigo Milk Daifuku

    Nialas A

Other favorites

Authentic Japanese tea lattes, bento lunch boxes, and homestyle pantry sweets

  • Houjicha Latte

    I ordered houjicha latte and it was amazing <3

    Dara Azkatahiyya

  • Matcha Latte

    I love their matcha both the gelato and matcha latte.

    yotinees

  • Bento Box

    The bento box was authentic, full of delicious Japanese flavours!

    M &m

  • Purin

    The sesame swirl is another highlight, and the purin is also worth ordering.

    Benedict

Before you head over

Practical guidance on seating, queues, and tasting for your Somerset Place visit.

  • Expect Post-Dinner Queues

    Lineups frequently stretch down Somerset Place after dinner and around late evening hours; visit during weekday daytime windows if you want to bypass the wait.

  • Navigate Tight Seating

    The cozy alleyway space has limited seating that fills rapidly with groups, though you can rearrange spare chairs or take your gelato to go.

  • Sample Flavors Before Ordering

    Staff permit tasting samples before you commit, which is especially helpful for deciding between bold Japanese tea profiles like Strong Matcha and Genmaicha.

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