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Montania Cafe - Bar - Restaurant

Shop 52/1880 Ferntree Gully Rd, Ferntree Gully VIC 3156, Australia

Recommended by 26 people

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Shop 52/1880 Ferntree Gully Rd, Ferntree Gully VIC 3156, Australia

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+61 3 9756 0022
HoursMonday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Montania Cafe - Bar - Restaurant

Montania balances neighborhood cafe energy with generous Italian dining and late-night drinks. Patrons lean on the kitchen for heaping bowls of seafood pasta, pumpkin and chicken risotto, and thoughtful vegan plates. Service stays unhurried and attentive—complete with tableside pepper grinding and edible flowers frozen into cocktail ice. Outdoor tables catch the afternoon sun, making room for late coffees long after nearby spots shut their doors.

  • Generous Italian & Bistro Fare: Plates range from slow-cooked lamb and seafood linguine to an extensive, thoughtfully prepared vegan menu.
  • All-Day Cafe to Night Bar: Operates seamlessly from morning coffee and breakfast through to late dinner and cocktails when nearby cafes close.
  • Private Function Hosting: Dedicated function team prepares custom menus and separate allergy-safe dishes for milestone events.
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Why Choose Montania Cafe - Bar - Restaurant

Discover why Ferntree Gully locals choose Montania for everyday dining, special celebrations, and private functions.

  • Generous, Made-from-Scratch Dishes

    Generous servings of house-made Italian fare, pasta, and bistro classics ensure every guest leaves satisfied.

    The food was delicious, with generous portions—I couldn’t even finish my dish without my husband's help.

    Thị Anh Thư Lê

  • All-Day Transition from Café to Bar

    Morning espresso, casual lunch, and late dinner seamlessly transition across day and night when other neighborhood cafes close.

    And by being open through the day and into the evening, makes the perfect place for a coffee or shake or other café type fare at that point in the day when other options are closed or closing.

    Tony Titheridge

  • Bespoke Private Event Hosting

    Dedicated function coordination and custom menus make hosting milestones and corporate gatherings stress-free.

    The way they looked after a couple of our guests with food allergies, making sure they had seperate choices made specially. The entire night was fantastic.

    Blim S

  • Reliable Group Hospitality

    Organizers can book large business meetings with confidence knowing the hospitality team manages every logistical detail.

    the team is so accommodating that I never have to worry about a thing with my meetings. They make every visit feel easy and welcoming, which is exactly what you want when you’re hosting meetings of 10 people.

    Jennifer Radman

  • Intimate Atmosphere for Celebrations

    Warm lighting, comfortable seating, and attentive service create an inviting backdrop for anniversaries and date nights.

    The atmosphere in the restaurant was cozy and intimate - the perfect place for a date night dinner.

    Juliet C

  • Artisan Details & Cocktail Craft

    Thoughtful touches like floral cocktail ice cubes and tableside pepper service elevate suburban casual dining.

    The cocktails were delicious and the flavours were balanced well with such attention to detail in the garnishes. The flowers placed in the ice was such a cute touch!

    Paris Nash

Signature mains and beloved breakfast staples crafted with generous portions

  • Seafood Pasta

    The seafood pasta was outstanding.

    Catreeana Saunders

  • Avo De-Lite

    ordered the Avo de lite- really tasty, good portion size for the price.

    Deborah Lee

  • Lasagne Rolls

    Do yourself a favour and try the 'Lasagne Rolls' - OMG!!!

    Sharon Richards

  • Porterhouse Steak

    got a Porterhouse steak and it was the best steak I've had in a long time

    Shannon

Other favorites

Desserts, artisan drinks, and cafe treats to complement your dining experience

  • Cocktails

    The cocktails were delicious and the flavours were balanced well with such attention to detail in the garnishes.

    Paris Nash

  • Coffee

    Coffee is outstanding.

    Sharon Richards

  • Berry Mousse

    For dessert, we had the berry mousse, which was also delicious.

    Juliet C

  • Cake Selection

    Their cake selection is amazing

    Emma Baker

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details and event hospitality that elevate neighborhood dining

  • Floral-Infused Ice Cubes

    Cocktails are garnished with flowers frozen inside ice cubes for an artistic, elevated presentation.

  • Tableside Pepper Service

    Diners are treated to attentive tableside fresh pepper grinding during meal service.

  • Tailored Allergy & Dietary Preparation

    Private functions and events receive individually tailored dishes prepared separately for guests with allergies and dietary needs.

  • Drag Bingo & Trivia Nights

    Community entertainment nights feature interactive drag bingo and trivia alongside regular evening café and bar offerings.

Before you head over

Practical dining advice for planning your visit and events smoothly

  • Book in advance for dinner

    Because seating is limited and the dining room fills quickly due to popularity, reserving a table ahead of time is strongly advised for evening visits and date nights.

  • Pre-arrange dietary requirements

    If dining with dietary restrictions or food allergies, notify the team when booking or planning a group function so the kitchen can prepare dedicated, separate selections.

  • Utilize on-site strip parking

    Take advantage of the extensive on-site shopping strip parking right outside the venue, making group gatherings and evening visits simple to coordinate.

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