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Professor and the Pigeon

278 Maroondah Hwy, Healesville VIC 3777, Australia

Recommended by 21 people

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Find Professor and the Pigeon

278 Maroondah Hwy, Healesville VIC 3777, Australia

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+61 3 5962 3625
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: Closed Friday: Closed Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Professor and the Pigeon

A bright Healesville pit stop slinging generous cafe fare, from crisp gluten-free fish and chips to golden arancini. Weekenders break their highway drives here for quick tables, whether grabbing a sunlit outdoor seat or settling inside amid walls covered in comics and playful quotes. The kitchen covers dietary bases with ease—serving up pumpkin gnocchi, hearty shakshuka, and vegan scoops at the ice cream bar. Dinner turns out weekly steak specials, but daytime is all about fueling up before hitting the road, finished with a classic crème brûlée.

  • Broad dietary options: Plentiful vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free choices across the board, from fried fish to dairy-free ice cream.
  • Playful comic-lined decor: Comics and commentary line the walls and bathroom tiles, giving the dining room an upbeat, conversational energy.
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What's On at Professor and the Pigeon

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

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Why Dine at Professor and the Pigeon

Why diners choose Professor and the Pigeon for regional stopovers, inclusive dining, and lively atmosphere.

  • Comprehensive Dietary Options

    The kitchen accommodates diverse dietary requirements with dedicated vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meals.

    Caters well for vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free with lots of options.

    Vicki Young

  • Dedicated Gluten-Free Classics

    Even specialty favorites like fish and chips come in high-quality gluten-free preparations alongside generous portion sizes.

    Gluten free serve of fish and chips was excellent.

    Michael Case

  • Witty Wall Comics & Bathroom Commentary

    Humorous commentary and comic strips adorn the walls and bathroom tiles, turning every corner into an amusing read.

    Check out the comics and commentary on the walls and tiles in the bathroom.

    Vicki Young

  • Entertaining Art and Quirky Quotes

    Eclectic artwork and engaging wall text bring a playful, entertaining character to the dining space.

    The place has a lot of quirky quotes and pictures on the walls which made interesting reading

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  • Convenient Weekend Trip Stopover

    Conveniently located in Healesville, it provides a hearty breakfast or lunch before returning home from a getaway.

    It was a good meal before driving back

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  • Satisfying Evening Specials

    Regular evening promotions like steak night offer well-prepared classics paired with house-made sauces at reasonable prices.

    The three of us had the Porterhouse Steak as it was steak special night. Beautifully cooked steak & the sauces were also superb.

    Rob Clayson

Customer-favorite mains and signature dishes

  • arancini balls

    Can highly recommend the arancini balls, minestrone soup pumpkin gnocchi and fajitas.

    Vicki Young

  • fish and chips

    Gluten free serve of fish and chips was excellent.

    Michael Case

  • Porterhouse Steak

    The three of us had the Porterhouse Steak as it was steak special night. Beautifully cooked steak & the sauces were also superb.

    Rob Clayson

  • pumpkin gnocchi

    Can highly recommend the arancini balls, minestrone soup pumpkin gnocchi and fajitas.

    Vicki Young

Other favorites

Starters, sides, and sweet treats to accompany your meal

  • Buffalo wings

    We had an entree of Buffalo wings & cheesy bread.

    Rob Clayson

  • cheesy bread

    We had an entree of Buffalo wings & cheesy bread.

    Rob Clayson

  • minestrone soup

    Can highly recommend the arancini balls, minestrone soup pumpkin gnocchi and fajitas.

    Vicki Young

  • Creme brulee

    Creme brulee was yummo.

    Vicki Young

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Professor and the Pigeon cater to dietary restrictions like gluten-free or vegan?

Yes, the cafe accommodates various diets, offering gluten-free options like fish and chips, vegetarian and vegan choices, as well as an ice cream bar with dairy and non-dairy options.

Is parking available nearby?

Street parking is available along the roadside, though spaces can fill up quickly during peak times such as Sunday lunch.

Is outdoor seating available?

Seating is available both inside and outdoors, surrounded by quirky wall art, comics, and quotes throughout the space.

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