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Nine Yards South Melbourne

228-230 Dorcas St, South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia

Recommended by 55 people

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Find Nine Yards South Melbourne

228-230 Dorcas St, South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia

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+61 3 8676 7820
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: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Nine Yards South Melbourne

Nine Yards elevates the South Melbourne morning with inventive plates and serious specialty coffee. Tables fill fast for the kitchen's signature chilli scramble—piled over a thick wedge of crunchy sesame prawn toast loaded with prawns. Patrons settle into the sunlit, dog-friendly outdoor seats with a steady piccolo poured from the Axil-stocked bar, lingering over Turkish eggs or a vibrant grain bowl.

  • Prawn toast chilli scramble: Thick sesame-crusted toast packed with prawn meat and topped with creamy chilli scramble.
  • Specialty coffee program: Axil Coffee extracted through a La Marzocco KB90 setup for espresso and batch brew.
  • Dog-friendly outdoor seating: Welcoming, sunlit street-side seating accommodating guests and four-legged companions.
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Why Choose Nine Yards South Melbourne

Elevated brunch fare, precision specialty coffee, and a vibrant community vibe

  • Signature Prawn Toast Scramble

    Guests rave about the inventive pairing of crunchy sesame prawn toast generously topped with creamy chilli scrambled eggs.

    The prawn toast chilli scramble was well executed, with decent amount of prawn meat on the toast without being overly seasoned.

    Frank P

  • Vibrant, Uplifting Presentation

    Thoughtfully crafted brunch dishes feature artful presentation and balanced ingredients that satisfy and delight diners.

    The plating was absolutely stunning! It made me smile before I even took my first bite.

    Lucy Chung

  • Consistent Specialty Coffee

    Pouring Axil Coffee on high-end machinery ensures a dependable, balanced espresso experience with every cup.

    Nine Yards is the most consistent in delivering the perfect coffee.

    Sam Todorovic

  • Substantial, Nourishing Portions

    Generous, satisfying portions ensure guests leave thoroughly nourished after morning outings, workouts, or market strolls.

    Delicious breakfast and lovely atmosphere to spend the morning at. We had the Baked Eggs ($27) and Big Brekky ($28.50) and whilst the price might be high for breakfast, the portions were massive!

    Kay Kay

  • Dog-Friendly Outdoor Dining

    A dedicated sunlit outdoor seating area allows guests to relax comfortably with their dogs while enjoying attentive service.

    A really lovely experience today - a beautiful little cafe with a nice outdoor setting that is very dog friendly.

    Kai Luck

  • Sunlit Space for Group Gatherings

    With an airy layout and bright natural light, the venue comfortably hosts group brunches and friendly get-togethers.

    The restaurant is very open, large windows to let in natural light, very clean.

    Helen Forbes

Signature brunch dishes loved by South Melbourne locals

  • Prawn Toast Chilli Scramble

    I highly recommend the Prawn Toast Chilli Scramble 🙏. It was very unique, very yummy, and very much loaded with prawns 😋.

    Jan Ardevaas

  • Build a Benedict

    The Build a Benedict was similarly cooked to perfection, especially the eggs 👌.

    Jan Ardevaas

  • Turkish Eggs

    I went for the Turkish eggs and those must have been the best ones I’ve had in my life. It’s a big dish so make sure to be hungry!

    Sharon Keetels

  • Willow Bowl

    The Willow Bowl was a delicate and balanced cocktail of brown rice, miso dressing, nori, avocado, spring onion, wakame, pickled ginger, edamame, cabbage, tagarashi, and wasabi kewpie, and probably love too.

    The Hungry Lifters

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I know about ordering the prawn toast chilli scramble?

The prawn toast chilli scramble is a standout favourite, served over thick prawn toast packed with prawn meat and creamy chilli scrambled eggs. If you are sensitive to spice, staff can serve the chilli on the side upon request.

How generous are the portions?

Portions are generous and hearty, whether you order savoury breakfasts like the big brekky, Turkish eggs, or large burgers with generous sides of chips.

Is outdoor seating dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are welcomed in the outdoor seating area, where staff frequently greet pets warmly.

Can the cafe accommodate groups and busy rush periods?

Nine Yards can get busy and bustling during peak breakfast and brunch times, but staff regularly accommodate walk-ins and larger parties after a short wait, and reservations are accepted.

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