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Pakington Pantry

Unit 3/328 Pakington St, Newtown VIC 3220, Australia

Recommended by 45 people

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Unit 3/328 Pakington St, Newtown VIC 3220, Australia

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+61 3 5223 3232
HoursMonday: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM Thursday: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM Friday: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM Saturday: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM Sunday: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Pakington Pantry

Pakington Pantry delivers inventive, chef-led brunch along Newtown's lively strip, pairing specialty St ALi coffee with complex morning staples. The relaxed brick-lined space fills fast with Melburnians heading toward the coast and regulars staking out corner tables. Plates run bold—think sourdough layered with smooth hummus, poached eggs, dukkah, and candied bacon glazed in honey and vincotto, or scrambled eggs spiked with chili jam and truffle oil.

  • Inventive Morning Fare: Chef-driven plates pair sweet and savory notes, from hummus toast with candied honey bacon and dukkah to scrambled eggs with truffle oil and chili.
  • Ideal Road Trip Transit: A convenient, sit-down refueling spot in Newtown when driving between Melbourne and the Great Ocean Road.
  • St ALi Specialty Brews: Pours specialty espresso from Melbourne roaster St ALi alongside fresh house-crafted cafe fare.
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Why Choose Pakington Pantry

Why diners and road-trippers choose Pakington Pantry for elevated brunch in Geelong

  • Chef-Driven Gourmet Flavor Combinations

    Chef Matt crafts elevated morning fare with complex flavor combinations, such as Middle Eastern hummus toast loaded with candied honey bacon, dukkah, and vincotto.

    A real highlight was the Middle Eastern-inspired hummus dish with avocado, seed & sprout toast, poached eggs, candied honey bacon pieces, fetta, pomegranate, vincotto, and Egyptian dukkah—an incredible combination of textures and flavours that worked seamlessly together.

    Julie Marinovic

  • Artistic and Elevated Presentation

    Dishes are prepared with meticulous artistic presentation and creative ingredient pairings that stand out from ordinary cafe breakfast fare.

    the food coming out of the kitchen is so beautifully presented with a good combination of flavors, Candied Bacon, Hummus, Avocado, Pomegranate & Eggs? Who knew that combo works?

    Eddy Khayat

  • Convenient Highway Transit Stopover

    Positioned conveniently without requiring a detour, the cafe serves as an ideal morning stopover between Melbourne and coastal regional destinations like the Twelve Apostles.

    First, I think this is a pretty good midway point between downtown Melbourne and Twelve Apostle if you are driving. You don't really need to take a detour and perfect timing for a breakfast or brunch if you want to reach the destination by lunch.

    Alan Tan

  • Essential Great Ocean Road Touring Brekkie

    Long-distance travelers find reliable high-quality food and exceptional coffee right along their coastal touring journey.

    We chanced upon this place on our way to the Great Ocean Road, and we’re so glad we did! Everything was absolutely delicious.

    Denise Li

  • Impress Out-of-Town Guests with Confidence

    Locals trust the cafe as their premier destination to host and delight visiting friends and family with consistently flawless food and hospitality.

    We bring all of our out of town friends and family to impress them ... and they always are. Do yourself a favor and dine at this place. You will not be disappointed.

    Jessica Lea

  • Dependable Dining for Small Groups and Couples

    The vibrant, fast-paced dining room offers an intimate setting for couples and small groups seeking a high-quality shared breakfast.

    food was amazing, and fast service and seating (we phoned ahead and had a booking, which I HIGHLY recommend during busy times).

    James Dean

Chef-crafted cafe staples and signature brunch dishes

  • Chilli Scrambled Eggs

    I had the chilli scrambled eggs, which were fantastic. The truffle oil in the chilli sauce was amazing

    M K

  • Middle Eastern Hummus Toast

    A real highlight was the Middle Eastern-inspired hummus dish with avocado, seed & sprout toast, poached eggs, candied honey bacon pieces, fetta, pomegranate, vincotto, and Egyptian dukkah

    Julie Marinovic

  • Ancient Grain Porridge

    the ancient grain porridge was comforting with a beautiful, wholesome twist

    Julie Marinovic

  • Big Breakfast

    The Big Breakfast delivered on every level, it was so generous, perfectly cooked, and satisfying

    Julie Marinovic

Other favorites

Specialty beverages, sides, and house-made accompaniments

  • Hot Chocolate

    2 hot chocolate s which are served on a tray & made with real chocolate so yummy

    Joe

  • French Fries

    serve of French fries each which were delicious

    Joe

  • St Ali Coffee

    Coffee by St Ali is also great

    Jarrod Harrison

  • Chutney

    Special shout out to the chutney it was 🔥💯

    Marjy Marjory

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful details that elevate your dining experience

  • Owner-Chef Welcome

    Chef and owner Matt personally greets guests upon entry and engages with diners, creating an inviting hospitality experience.

  • St Ali Specialty Coffee

    Diners receive specialty coffee roasted by Melbourne's St Ali, expertly brewed and prepared to order.

  • Tray-Served Real Hot Chocolate

    Hot chocolate is served formally on a dedicated tray and crafted with melted real chocolate rather than standard powder.

  • Thoughtful Allergy Accommodations

    Staff provide attentive and polite table service that accommodates specific diner dietary allergies.

Before you head over

Practical planning and dining tips for your visit to Pakington Pantry

  • Book ahead for busy services

    The cafe can get very busy, noisy, and cramped during peak morning and weekend services, so phone ahead to reserve a table to avoid long waits, particularly for small groups of 2 to 3.

  • Navigate signature flavour combinations

    Dishes like the chilli scrambled eggs with truffle oil and the hummus toast with candied honey bacon feature rich, sweet, and savoury profiles; consider asking about adjustments or allergy accommodations with the floor staff.

  • Customise your St Ali brew

    The cafe pours coffee roasted by St Ali; the standard roast profile is gentle and smooth, so request an extra shot if you prefer a bolder, stronger brew.

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