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Hepburn Springs General Store

102 Main Rd, Hepburn Springs VIC 3461, Australia

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Find Hepburn Springs General Store

102 Main Rd, Hepburn Springs VIC 3461, Australia

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+61 3 5348 1274
HoursMonday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Hepburn Springs General Store

A community anchor off the Daylesford main strip, this country outpost balances hearty daytime deli fare with on-site baking. The counter runs brisk in the morning for espresso and hefty breakfast rolls layered with local bacon and relish. Those who know the counter make a beeline for the scratch-baked sweets, debating between lamingtons and banana-date muffins, before scanning the grocery fridges for take-home lasagne. Outdoor tables let you sit back with a warm chicken and salad roll and watch the quiet street drift by.

  • On-Site Scratch Bakery: Traditional cakes, slices, and lamingtons are baked fresh in-house daily.
  • Deli Counter & Grocer: A full deli counter sits alongside regional pantry staples, artisan goods, and ready-to-heat dinners.
  • Unhurried Country Pace: Skip central Daylesford's bustle for outdoor seating, morning coffee, and hearty sandwiches at a relaxed pace.
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Why Visit Hepburn Springs General Store

Why locals and regional travelers choose Hepburn Springs General Store for hearty food and daily provisions

  • Hearty Made-to-Order Sandwiches and Rolls

    Generous chicken burgers, breakfast rolls, and deli salad sandwiches made with fresh bakery rolls provide hearty morning and midday sustenance.

    The bread rolls they use are huge and so delicious, the salad roll was perfect

    M K

  • Scratch-Baked Slices and Cakes On-Site

    Daily scratch baking delivers old-fashioned sponge cakes, fluffy muffins, and lamingtons prepared directly on the premises rather than outsourced.

    incredible range of cakes and slices, all freshly baked right on the premises

    Paul Jones

  • Curated Local Produce and Take-Home Dinners

    Visitors can pick up locally sourced produce, pantry staples, and ready-to-heat dinners like family-sized lasagnes without traveling to larger supermarkets.

    also has some really amazing local food produce for sale in the fridge section, such as family sized lasagne etc which looked delicious as take home to heat up

    Brigette Jones

  • Comprehensive Essentials for Guesthouse Stays

    The dual-format setup carries practical everyday groceries alongside artisan homewares, providing a full provisioning stop for local guesthouses.

    The store has everything you could possibly need if you're staying in a local guesthouse, from a good selection of grocery items to heat-and-serve meals

    Sarah Bailey

  • Relaxed Alternative to Central Daylesford

    Situated away from crowded central Daylesford, visitors find a calm, nostalgic stop with outdoor seating to unwind at an unhurried pace.

    Away from the hussle and bussle of Daylesford main shopping centre, This is the perfect Cafe. Great coffee, amazing fresh food and staples.

    Shane Lee

  • Pram-Friendly Comfort and Quality Coffee

    Unlike tight town cafes or pubs, the spacious venue comfortably accommodates prams alongside well-presented food and quality espresso.

    Food was delicious, coffee was on point, and customer service cannot be faulted! I will return. This was also the only place I could find around the Daylesford / Hepburn area that had room for a pram

    Goldfields Resident

Hearty daytime rolls, burgers, and deli classics prepared fresh daily

  • Breakfast Roll

    brekkie roll, everything was absolutely delicious

    Katherine Lange

  • Salad Roll

    Salad roll was super fresh despite it being a bit later

    Veronika

  • Chicken Burger

    The chicken burger was one of the best we’ve ever had.

    M K

  • Sausage Rolls

    I think it was the best sausage roll I’ve ever eaten.

    s s

Other favorites

Scratch-baked slices, cakes, and sweet counter favorites

  • Muffins

    They have the most freshest and amazing muffin's I have ever had

    Michael Stewart

  • Lamington

    classic, perfectly textured lamington

    Paul Jones

  • Sponge Cake

    generous slice of their heavenly sponge cake

    Paul Jones

  • Pecan Pie

    Pecan pie like no other

    Helen Jones

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful, over-and-above hospitality details from the Hepburn Springs General Store team

  • Reopening Post-Close for Travelers

    When customers arrived right at closing time seeking food and drinks, the owner reopened the doors specifically to help them get sustained for the afternoon.

  • Tailored Meal Accommodations

    Staff gladly adjust meal options upon request to accommodate non-standard customer meal selections.

  • Table Delivery for Made-to-Order Meals

    Rather than requiring counter collection, team members warmly bring freshly prepared food and roll orders directly to seated diners.

  • Dedicated Pram and Stroller Space

    Unlike typical town cafes that often cater only to pets, the venue thoughtfully maintains accessible indoor space specifically accommodating prams and families.

Before you head over

Practical advice for timing your visit, finding space, and picking up local provisions.

  • Time morning visits around the early rush

    The store opens early and sees a steady wave of local regulars ordering breakfast and coffee starting from around 7:30 AM. Arrive just before peak morning hours for the fastest counter service.

  • Grab prepared dinners from the fridge

    Stock up on house-made heat-and-serve meals like family-sized lasagnes, local pantry staples, and fresh bread so you do not have to drive into Daylesford supermarkets for dinner.

  • Take advantage of pram-friendly seating

    If you are visiting with young children or strollers, the store offers ample pram-friendly indoor space and outdoor seating away from crowded tourist strips.

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