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Ophelia Westgarth

85 High St, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

Recommended by 12 people

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Find Ophelia Westgarth

85 High St, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

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+61 3 9942 9674
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Ophelia Westgarth

Northcote’s all-day hybrid blurs neighbourhood cafe energy with intimate wine-bar ease over a steady spin of vinyl. Locals flock here for the buzz of midweek dinners, trading stories over Negronis and generous bowls of mafaldine tossed with white pork ragu. By day, espresso pairs with Calabrian eggs and house focaccia before the lights soften for golden hour and plates of charred capsicum risotto. The meal naturally winds down around Basque cheesecake resting in caramel.

  • $20 Pasta Nights: Midweek deals deliver generous plates like pork ragu mafaldine or vodka rigatoni without breaking the bank.
  • Spinning Vinyl Soundtrack: An inbuilt turntable sets the rhythm from morning coffee through late-evening dining.
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What's On at Ophelia Westgarth

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Dine at Ophelia Westgarth

From mid-week pasta deals to analog vinyl sounds and warm hospitality, here is why diners make Ophelia Westgarth a regular habit.

  • Generous $20 Pasta Night Specials

    Ophelia's mid-week pasta night offers generous, freshly prepared plates like gnocchi with beef cheek ragu and mafaldine without high dining prices.

    I mean to pay $20 for house made gnocchi and beef cheek rago is literally unheard of.

    Aldo Marcon

  • Generous Portions That Deliver Real Value

    Diners get hearty portions across the menu alongside value specials, delivering quality Italian-leaning mains that satisfy without stretching the budget.

    I expected smaller servings given the price point, but Ophelia delivered in both quality and quantity.

    Clare D

  • Atmospheric Date-Night Setting

    With thoughtful lighting, a lively bar, and a buzzing dining room, the venue provides a warm backdrop for evening dates and catch-ups.

    The setting was beautiful, with stunning lighting that made it a great spot for a date.

    Don

  • Effortless Group and Social Gatherings

    The relaxed dining layout and flexible staff welcome groups to catch up over food and drinks at their own pace without feeling rushed.

    The staff were friendly and accommodating; letting us order at our own pace and the kitchen timed the food perfectly.

    Sal Tongzon

  • Curated Physical Vinyl Soundtrack

    A functioning in-house turntable sets the acoustic tone, filling the cafe and dining space with curated records rather than generic background music.

    Loved the music from the record player.

    Simone Hohenhaus

  • Vibrant Neighborhood Ambience

    Aesthetic furnishings, floor-to-ceiling neighborhood street views, and an eclectic daytime menu create an inviting cafe escape.

    Listening to music from spinning vinyls, it was the perfect place for a breakfast while watching the rain pour down outside.

    Anna Kosovac

Signature pasta dishes and hearty mains celebrated by diners

  • Mafaldine with pork ragu

    Everything was flavourful, and the mafaldine was my favourite.

    Don

  • Rigatoni with vodka sauce

    Food was amazing and perfectly portioned. Had the focaccia, Vodka sauce rigatoni and Baked pesto gnocchi (NUT FREE!!), and left very satisfied and happy.

    max kikay

  • Steak and chips

    Food is so good. Steak and chips were perfect.

    Taras M

  • House made gnocchi and beef cheek ragu

    I mean to pay $20 for house made gnocchi and beef cheek rago is literally unheard of. The ragu was possibly the most tender I've ever experienced.

    Aldo Marcon

Other favorites

Distinctive desserts, sides, and specialty drinks to complement your meal

  • Basque cheesecake

    Creamy, rich, set atop caramel sauce and topped with cherries — unreal.

    Clare D

  • Ham hock croquettes

    Don't even get me started on the ham hock croquettes 😍.

    Aldo Marcon

  • Fried artichoke

    Fried artichoke was so GREAT

    Shaye Pumar

  • Miso iced coffee

    We had the miso iced coffee which was amazing

    Rebecca Thorwesten

Beyond the menu

Distinct touches and thoughtful hospitality that elevate your visit to Ophelia Westgarth

  • Analog Vinyl Soundscape

    Curated albums spinning on an in-house record player provide a warm, distinctive analog soundtrack for daytime catch-ups and dinners.

  • $20 Pasta Night & Mini Cocktails

    Hosts dedicated $20 pasta evenings paired with early-evening $8.5 mini cocktails and generous portions for a high-value mid-week dinner.

  • Dedicated Dietary & Vegan Menus

    Accommodates plant-based diners with an unadvertised, dedicated vegan menu alongside nut-free meal preparation upon request.

  • Personalized Care & Dietary Attentiveness

    Staff personally tailor recommendations and adapt service for guests and children managing strict dietary requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I make a reservation before visiting?

Booking ahead is highly recommended, particularly for popular dinner services like pasta night, as tables fill up both indoors and outdoors. Reservations are accepted.

Are vegan and dietary options available?

Yes. While not openly advertised, a separate vegan menu is available upon request. Dishes like baked pesto gnocchi are also prepared nut-free, and staff accommodate dietary needs.

Does Ophelia offer weekly dining specials?

Ophelia hosts popular weekly food and drink specials, including a dedicated $20 pasta night on mid-week evenings with full portion sizes, along with mini cocktail golden hour offerings.

What is the music and vibe like?

Ophelia features a curated record player setup, spinning physical vinyl records throughout daytime brunch and evening dining.

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