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Lilijana Eatery

169 Bay St, Port Melbourne VIC 3207, Australia

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169 Bay St, Port Melbourne VIC 3207, Australia

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HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: Closed Friday: Closed Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

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About Lilijana Eatery

Lilijana Eatery swaps standard cafe predictable fare for crisp Nordic plates and house-baked buns along Port Melbourne's Bay Street. Regulars head straight for the smørrebrød—specifically the creamy potato open-faced on Finnish dark rye, layered with cold potato salad, pickled red onion, torched pancetta, and crisp shallots. The seafood-led Sea Plate balances clean, light flavors, while the outdoor tables welcome dogs in the fresh air. Wrap things up at the counter with a chilled glass of Nordic spiced cold brew and a fluffy, custard-filled solboller sun bun.

  • Signature Smørrebrød: Open-face Finnish dark rye piled with cold potato salad, pickled red onion, torched pancetta, and shallots.
  • House Bakery & Brews: Fluffy house-baked solboller filled with balanced custard, alongside cardamom buns and spiced cold brew.
  • Pet-Friendly Outdoor Seating: Relaxed open-air dining along Bay Street welcoming dogs.
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Why Choose Lilijana Eatery

Why diners choose Lilijana Eatery for a refreshing Nordic daytime dining experience in Port Melbourne.

  • Distinct Nordic Cafe Experience

    Lilijana Eatery presents a distinct Nordic daytime menu featuring Finnish dark rye open sandwiches and thoughtfully curated tasting plates.

    The most beautifully presented plates with fresh ingredients, divine flavours, delicious in house baked goodies, and the warmest hospitality!

    Sarah Melbs

  • Unique Nordic Tasting Plates

    Signature dishes like the open-face creamy potato smørrebrød and curated sea tasting plates offer balanced, refreshing flavors uncommon in standard brunch spots.

    It’s a Nordic and continental eatery with some delicious food made with so much love. Our favourites were the sea plate, which is so unique.

    Bianca Wacker

  • Fresh House-Baked Specialty Buns

    Guests can enjoy house-made pastries such as the fluffy solboller sun bun paired with specialty drinks like Nordic spiced cold brew.

    Also that sun bun is A MUST GET 10/10 sooo fluffy and the custard inside was not too sweet

    Amanda

  • Signature Smørrebrød on Dark Rye

    Savory specialties feature distinctive craft combinations, including Finnish dark rye smørrebrød and spiced poached chicken sandwiches.

    It’s an open face sandwich where the Finnish dark rye is topped with Nordic cold potato salad, pickled red onion, torched pancetta and fried shallots.

    Parttimepiggy

  • Pet-Friendly Open-Air Seating

    Guests can relax in an open-air outdoor seating area that comfortably welcomes pets alongside their owners.

    Staff here are very friendly and their outdoor area is pet friendly!

    Amanda

  • Relaxed Outdoor Dining Atmosphere

    The outdoor setting provides a cozy neighborhood environment to enjoy fresh air and warm hospitality during daytime brunch.

    The owners were super friendly and we dined outdoors, enjoying fresh air and cozy atmosphere.

    Aves V

Signature Nordic dishes and house-baked specialties highlighted by guests

  • Sea Plate

    Love the Sea Plate the most - great balance of flavours and textures!

    Amanda

  • Sun Bun

    Also that sun bun is A MUST GET 10/10 sooo fluffy and the custard inside was not too sweet

    Amanda

  • Creamy Potato Smørrebrød

    Starting with the creamy potato - this dish is a potato lovers DREAM. It’s an open face sandwich where the Finnish dark rye is topped with Nordic cold potato salad, pickled red onion, torched pancetta and fried shallots. If there is one dish to come here for, it is definitely this one!

    Parttimepiggy

  • Poached Chicken Sandwich

    The chilli oil infused soooo beautifully with the perfectly poached chicken. I’m even willing to say that this is probably my favourite chicken sando I’ve tried in Melbourne - ya girl is literally obsessed!

    Parttimepiggy

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