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One By One

37 McFarlane St, Keilor East VIC 3033, Australia

Recommended by 62 people

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37 McFarlane St, Keilor East VIC 3033, Australia

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+61 3 9325 4769
HoursMonday: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About One By One

One By One serves inner-city Melbourne coffee standards without the trek into Fitzroy. Baristas pull dialled-in espresso and greet regulars by name, setting down morning orders before coats come off. In the kitchen, the team plates seeded mustard hollandaise over eggs benny alongside crisp crumbed chicken panini and Turkish eggs. The counter case rotates daily house-baked muffins beside thick, dark cups of Mörk hot chocolate.

  • Familiar neighborhood service: Baristas frequently remember names and have standing coffee orders ready upon arrival.
  • In-house bakes & specialty chocolate: Daily seasonal muffins prepared on site alongside rich Mörk drinking chocolate.
  • Inner-city cafe standards: Pulls specialty coffee and plates inventive brunch without traveling into inner-Melbourne dining strips.
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Why Choose One By One

Discover why Keilor East locals rely on One By One for exceptional coffee, in-house baking, and neighborly warmth.

  • Inner-City Quality in the Suburbs

    Locals can access inner-Melbourne cafe standards right in Keilor East without making the trek into central dining precincts.

    A slice of inner Melbourne in the suburbs. Great food and coffee. It's the quality you would expect in Brunswick/Fitzroy.

    David

  • In-House Daily Baking and Specialty Cocoa

    Fresh muffins are baked on-site with rotating daily flavors alongside artisan Mörk specialty drinking chocolate.

    Muffins are freshly made in-house with a different seasonal flavour each day. Delicious range of Mork hot chocolates.

    Belinda Pross

  • Warm Neighborhood Third Place

    The team creates an engaging, friendly neighborhood hub where visitors feel immediately welcomed and cared for like close friends.

    They're friendly and welcoming, like walking into the set of Cheers. Hard recommend to anyone who wants good coffee and a lovely start to their day.

    Kristine Kennedy

  • Attentive Name-Recognition Service

    Front-of-house staff cultivate true familiarity, consistently memorizing customer names and standing morning rituals.

    the staff are really good at remembering everybody's names, which blows my mind cause I'm awful with names.

    Will Dunn

  • Thoughtful Standing Order Recognition

    Regular patrons enjoy hyper-personalized care where coffee orders are proactively spotted and prepped on sight.

    being a regular has its perks was spotted walking into another store by the time I got there to order my regular morning coffee it was there waiting!!!!!!

    Phyllis Sanchez

  • A Local Where Everyone Knows Your Name

    Guests experience the comfort of a community gathering place where the kitchen and front-of-house foster a true sense of belonging.

    It's great having a local where everyone knows your name and you can't beat the food and coffee!!

    Elizabeth Monaghan

Signature brunch and lunch classics prepared with inner-city culinary flair

  • Eggs Benny

    Eggs benny was delicious

    Elizabeth Liang

  • Pesto Chicken Panino

    Pesto chicken panino hit the pot - moist focaccia, good ratios of chicken, pesto and cheese, and succulent crumbed chicken.

    Lloyd Smyth

  • Turkish Eggs

    my Turkish eggs were amazing.

    Joshua and Rhiannon McQuire

  • Wagyu Cheeseburger

    The wagyu cheeseburger is something not to miss out on when at one by one.

    Lamiaa Rizwan Khan

Other favorites

Rotating house baked treats and specialty crafted drinks

  • Cheesecake Brownie

    The cheesecake brownies and muffins are dope

    Will Dunn

  • Mörk Hot Chocolate

    Delicious range of Mork hot chocolates.

    Belinda Pross

  • House-Made Muffins

    Muffins are freshly made in-house with a different seasonal flavour each day.

    Belinda Pross

  • Chai Latte

    great chai latte

    Demi V

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality rituals and handcrafted touches that elevate the daily cafe run.

  • Standing Orders Prepared Upon Sight

    When regulars are spotted nearby, the team prepares their morning coffee ahead of time so it is waiting on the counter upon arrival.

  • Immediate Activity Sets for Kids

    Families arriving with young children are greeted immediately with a colouring sheet and crayons delivered straight to the table.

  • Daily Seasonal Bakes and Specialty Mörk Chocolate

    House muffins are baked fresh daily featuring rotating seasonal recipes alongside rich specialty Mörk hot chocolate.

  • Familiar Greeting by Name

    Front-of-house staff take care to memorize local patrons by name, creating a warm, familiar welcome on daily visits.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I expect a wait during peak weekend hours?

During peak weekend brunch periods, the cafe can become quite busy, leading to waits of around 20 minutes for coffee and food orders. When visiting during peak times, plan for potential service delays or aim to visit during quieter hours.

Is outdoor seating available?

Yes. One by One provides seating both indoors and outside in a courtyard area, accommodating couples and small groups. However, note that outdoor seating may feel cold during chilly weather as heaters are not provided.

Is the cafe family- and child-friendly?

Yes, the cafe is welcoming for families and young children, providing coloring sheets and crayons upon arrival alongside kid-friendly treats like hot chocolate with marshmallows.

Can I bring my dog?

Yes, dogs are welcome when visiting the cafe.

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