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Poacher & Hound Cafe & Catering

21-35 Ricketts Rd, Mount Waverley VIC 3149, Australia

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21-35 Ricketts Rd, Mount Waverley VIC 3149, Australia

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+61 3 9543 9972
HoursMonday: 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM Friday: 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Poacher & Hound Cafe & Catering

Tucked inside an industrial park, this retreat pulls specialty St. Ali roasts on a custom La Marzocco espresso machine. Mount Waverley office workers settle in for proper sit-down table service away from the desk. The kitchen turns out hearty plates like toasted Rubens sandwiches and the signature Egg Mistress, alongside fresh salads and daily counter specials. Out on the quiet patio, lunch feels unhurried—capped off with a dark flat white.

  • CBD-Caliber Specialty Coffee: Pours specialty St. Ali roasts calibrated through a custom La Marzocco machine.
  • Relaxed Table Service: Provides full sit-down table service and outdoor seating tucked within the business park.
  • Hearty Daytime Kitchen: Serves workday favorites including the Egg Mistress, toasted Rubens sandwich, and burger.
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Why Choose Poacher & Hound Cafe & Catering

Why Mount Waverley professionals choose Poacher & Hound for workday coffee, lunch, and meetings

  • Specialty Coffee in the Industrial Estate

    Poacher & Hound pairs St. Ali specialty roasts with a personalized La Marzocco machine, bringing Melbourne specialty coffee standards to the industrial estate.

    By far the best option for coffee and lunch in this industrial complex. Coffee culture in Melbourne seems to be reaching every single suburb of the city.

    Charles Costello

  • Quality Workday Breakfast & Lunch

    A reliable menu of freshly cooked lunch and breakfast items caters directly to local office professionals needing a substantial midday meal.

    Its the best coffee within 5km, the service is great, the staff are awesome and the food is excellent.

    Gavin Hodgins

  • Full Table Service Dining

    Unlike typical counter-service industrial park canteens, guests enjoy full table dining with dedicated service and outdoor seating.

    Located in an industrial estate in Mount Waverley, this inner city looking cafe is popular with many local workers and offers table service when you dine in.

    Warren Tate Speaker Coach

  • Quiet Setting for Business Meetings

    A clean, spacious layout with quiet seating and Wi-Fi allows colleagues and clients to meet efficiently over breakfast or lunch.

    Highly recommended for a business lunch or breakfast.

    Michael Black

  • Peaceful Space to Recharge

    The cafe offers a peaceful, welcoming atmosphere away from the desk where workers can recharge during morning or midday breaks.

    The environment is clean, peaceful, and very comfortable. The food was fresh and tasty, and the presentation was excellent.

    Amal lanka

  • Attentive Workday Hospitality

    A welcoming, attentive team ensures reliable daily visits that make workday breaks seamless and pleasant.

    Best coffee around indeed, delicious food 100%, and terrific services always :-)

    Nick DoDo

Customer favorites for breakfast and lunch breaks in Mount Waverley

  • Rubens toasted sandwich

    I had the Rubens toasted sandwich which was delicious.

    Warren Tate Speaker Coach

  • Avocado Salad

    Coffee is good and can confirm the avocado salad is good too!

    Erin Arnett

  • Egg Mistress

    I highly recommend the Egg Mistress.

    Luke M

  • Chicken rolls

    I enjoyed the chicken rolls and would highly recommend everyone to come here :)

    Tharushi Banneka

Before you head over

Helpful guidance on ordering pace, working on-site, and visiting from nearby business parks.

  • Plan Ahead for Takeaway Food

    Takeaway food orders during peak lunch runs can involve longer waits, so choose dine-in table service if you want your meal delivered directly to your table.

  • Ask Staff for Wi-Fi Access

    If you are meeting a client or working between appointments, ask the team directly for the Wi-Fi password upon arrival.

  • Easy Business Park Parking

    Visiting by car from surrounding business parks or the freeway is hassle-free, with ample on-site spots right outside the venue.

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