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Mason Lane Café

2 Hamilton St, Mont Albert VIC 3127, Australia

Recommended by 40 people

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2 Hamilton St, Mont Albert VIC 3127, Australia

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+61 3 9191 9557
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Mason Lane Café

Mason Lane Café delivers unpretentious, hearty brunch classics and dialed-in espresso right by Mont Albert station. Regulars drop in for generous plates—crisp hash browns, stacked club sandwiches, and fluffy pumpkin and corn fritters—served without fuss. Outside tables keep dogs well looked after, while the counter turns out daily scratch-baked muffins spanning savoury combinations to pear, almond, and honey.

  • Counter-Baked Muffins: Freshly baked daily batches feature rotating savoury options alongside sweet staples like almond, pear, and honey.
  • Dog-Friendly Sidewalk Seating: Spacious shaded street tables welcome dogs, complete with considerate staff touches and pup latte art.
  • Generous Classic Brunch: Plates come piled high with morning staples, crisp hash browns, and pumpkin and corn fritters.
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What's On at Mason Lane Café

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Why Locals Choose Mason Lane Café

From hearty morning brunches to pet-friendly outdoor service and daily scratch-baked muffins.

  • Generous Brunch Portions

    Breakfast and brunch dishes are freshly prepared with generous serving portions that deliver exceptional value.

    The food was delicious, and made with care, while the portions were generous and well priced.

    Callum Dean

  • Flavorful Breakfast Classics and Coffee

    Classic morning dishes arrive bursting with flavor alongside reliably crafted Melbourne-quality coffee.

    Bursting with flavour and generous portions.

    Hypnos Morpheus

  • Dedicated Outdoor Pet Seating

    Outdoor street-facing seating allows patrons to dine comfortably with dogs while maintaining clear sightlines inside.

    dog friendly seating outside as well with big windows for my dog to see me when I’m inside ordering.

    Mona Chung-Chao

  • Thoughtful Canine Hospitality

    The team embraces visiting companions with welcoming service and attentive personal details like custom dog latte art.

    They made us latte art on the coffee after our doggie which we really appreciated the detail.

    Vanessa Tsui

  • Fresh Savoury Morning Muffins

    A rotating lineup of daily baked savoury muffins provides a wholesome grab-and-go option for morning commuters.

    They also sell a good range of muffins including savoury ones.

    Chia

  • Signature Scratch-Baked Sweet Flavors

    Signature scratch-baked sweet varieties like almond, pear, and honey offer a light and flavorful coffee companion.

    But the standout is the almond, pear and honey muffin. Light, fluffy and flavoursome.

    Dom Piet

Beloved breakfast staples and fresh-baked counter treats

  • Big Breakfast

    Huge serving portion

    South Melbourne #1 International Reviewer

  • Mason Lane Club Sandwich

    Both were delicious.

    Vanessa Tsui

  • Pumpkin and Corn Fritters

    Great value and size

    South Melbourne #1 International Reviewer

  • Almond, Pear and Honey Muffin

    Light, fluffy and flavoursome.

    Dom Piet

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate everyday cafe visits.

  • Custom Pet-Themed Latte Art

    When visiting with your pet, the baristas craft customized dog-portrait latte art right on your coffee foam.

  • Pre-Plated Shared Pastries

    If you order a muffin to split, staff proactively slice and serve it pre-portioned on individual presentation plates.

  • Floral & Fruit Dish Garnishing

    Breakfast dishes and breakfast porridges are finished with decorative edible fresh fruit and floral garnishes.

  • Dog-Friendly Sightline Window Setup

    Outdoor seating features expansive street-facing windows so pets outside can comfortably see their owners inside at the counter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I bring my dog with me?

Yes, dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating area. Note that tables outside sit near a road, which can get noisy during peak traffic.

What are the portion sizes like?

Portions for dishes like the Big Breakfast are substantial and filling. Scones and both sweet and savoury muffins (such as almond, pear and honey) are popular lighter options if you prefer a quick bite.

Is parking readily available nearby?

Street parking is available along Hamilton Street right outside the cafe.

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