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Middels

94 Princes Wy, Drouin VIC 3818, Australia

Recommended by 22 people

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94 Princes Wy, Drouin VIC 3818, Australia

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+61 3 5625 2014
HoursMonday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Middels

Middels anchors central Drouin with all-day cafe plates, generous shared tapas, and covered patio seating that invites you to linger. Longtime regulars lean into the tapas menu—pork belly bites with sticky Asian glaze, bang bang chicken tacos, and crisp cauliflower croquettes. Mornings mean serious breakfast fare, from strong flat whites to eggs Benedict stacked high on split croissants with slow-cooked meats and hollandaise. The floor staff run a warm ship, whether you are settling into a corner booth inside, claiming an outdoor table under the roof, or eyeing the dessert cabinet for a slice to take home.

  • Generous Tapas & Shared Plates: Communal dining built around pork belly bites with sticky glaze, tacos, squid, and cauliflower croquettes.
  • Croissant-Base Benny: Eggs Benedict variations stacked on buttery croissant bases with slow-cooked meats and rich hollandaise.
  • Indoor & Sheltered Patio Spaces: Spacious indoor seating, an event room, and an undercover alfresco patio designed for relaxed gatherings.
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Why Guests Choose Middels

Discover why diners choose Middels for versatile dining, communal sharing, and warm local hospitality.

  • All-Day Dining Reliability

    Middels accommodates guests reliably from morning to night in central Drouin, serving quality breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus that keep locals returning consistently.

    since then we have come back time and time again for breakky, lunch and dinner. It never disappoints.

    Bree & Chris Watts

  • Distinctive Breakfast Twists

    The kitchen elevates classic brunch favorites with distinctive signatures, serving slow-cooked meats and hollandaise over buttery croissant bases.

    Both were served on a croissant-style base, which is a bold move. It works.

    Michelle Mclaren

  • Interactive Tapas Sharing

    Communal small plates and share boards encourage interactive, adventurous dining among groups looking to sample a variety of flavors together.

    We were a group of four and order two sets of different 'tapas' orders for each that we shared. The food was absolutely delicious!

    Patrick Zuluaga

  • Flexible Spaces for Gatherings

    With flexible indoor seating, an open-air covered patio, and function amenities, the venue accommodates family celebrations and social groups with ease.

    A great place to catch up with friends and family with plenty of space inside and outside on the patio area.

    Lisa Tregenza

  • Warm and Attentive Care

    Attentive, welcoming hospitality makes diners feel personally cared for, from thoughtful assistance with physical needs to prompt accommodations.

    the staff are amazing they helped my mum get to her seat and when she dropped one of her crouches the staff with lighting speed rushed out to help

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  • Relaxed, Unrushed Hospitality

    Guests enjoy an unhurried, comfortable atmosphere where they can linger over meals and coffee without being rushed out the door.

    The coffee was great, and I liked that there was no rush for us to vacate our table. We left when we wanted.

    Rosemary Coleman

Signature dishes and share plates favored by diners

  • Eggs Benedict on Croissant

    Both were served on a croissant-style base, which is a bold move. It works.

    Michelle Mclaren

  • Pork Belly Tapas

    pork belly with sticky Asian sauce from the tapas menu. It was definitely a generous and very tasty portion

    Rosemary Coleman

  • Bang Bang Chicken Tacos

    bang bang chicken tacos (which are f-Ing amazing btw)

    Beth Taylor

  • Southern Fried Chicken Burger

    Ordered a southern fried chicken burger. Normally, I am not a fan of this burger, but my husband ordered it, and we shared. I liked it very much.

    Baljit Karwal

Other favorites

Treats, sides, and beverages to complement your meal

  • Passionfruit Slice

    passionfruit slice

    Normandy C Jr

  • Coffee

    good strong coffee

    Andrew Ford

  • Sweet Potato Chips

    Sweet potatoe chips plate was of a good size.

    Baljit Karwal

  • Fresh Orange Juice

    Orange juice was fresh and demolished in one hit.

    Michelle Mclaren

Beyond the menu

Attentive gestures and personalized service details observed by diners at Middels

  • Customized Dietary Accommodations

    Chefs and floor staff readily tailor meals for guests with dietary needs, offering custom modifications like preparing a sizzling fajita plate served with lettuce cups.

  • Attentive Mobility Assistance

    Staff provide exceptionally attentive assistance for guests with mobility challenges, quickly helping patrons safely reach their tables and promptly retrieving dropped mobility aids.

  • Familiar Guest Recognition

    Regular visitors are met with personal recognition, including floor and counter staff who remember individual drink and food preferences.

  • Welcoming Late-Evening Hospitality

    The kitchen and pastry counter remain open to warmly welcome late-arriving travelers seeking coffee and dessert well into the evening.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of sharing plates and tapas are available?

Middels offers a dedicated tapas menu featuring dishes like pork belly bites, calamari, squid, and tacos designed for communal sharing, alongside full individual mains. Portions are generous, making sharing across the table easy.

Should I book a table in advance?

While walk-ins are welcome and tables are generally accessible, reservations are recommended to secure a spot, particularly during busy dining periods and weekend services.

What are the parking options around the restaurant?

There is free on-street parking along Princes Way and surrounding streets, though some spots have a two-hour limit. Free parking is also available in nearby lots, behind the train station, and across the park.

Is outdoor seating available?

Guests can choose between indoor dining or covered outdoor patio seating, offering a sheltered space to enjoy meals and watch the town go by.

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