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Raffy’s

656 Smith St, Clifton Hill VIC 3068, Australia

Recommended by 31 people

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656 Smith St, Clifton Hill VIC 3068, Australia

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HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Raffy’s

Raffy’s nails the inner-north day-to-night shift with specialty coffee, warm vinyl sets, and cold beer on Smith Street. Morning regulars drop by for fresh pão de queijo and crisp toasties before the room eases into afternoon pints and cocktails. DJs spin eclectically on deck, lending the intimate space and leafy back courtyard the easy feel of late-night kickons. The kitchen turns out well-sauced ribs and hearty cheeseburgers well past dark.

  • Analog Vinyl Sessions: Guest selectors spin vinyl on deck throughout the day and evening.
  • Day-to-Night Range: Transitions from daytime coffee and toasties to evening cocktails, craft beer, and burgers.
  • Housemade Pão de Queijo: Freshly baked Brazilian cheese bread served warm from the daytime kitchen.
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Why Visit Raffy’s

How Raffy’s bridges daytime specialty cafe culture with evening vinyl bar energy

  • Seamless Day-to-Night Beverage & Food Lineup

    Raffy's functions seamlessly from daytime cafe service serving quality coffee, toasties, and baked goods into evening drinks with beer and wine.

    Drinks are great (both beer and coffee), food is delicious, and the staff are even better!!

    Lucy M

  • Fresh Daytime Fare & Comfort Snacks

    Guests rely on the kitchen for freshly made snacks, specialty hot drinks, and signature items from day starters to afternoon cravings.

    coffee is always good, toasties too!! The pao de queijo they make fresh is the yummiest I've ever had!!

    Mimma Chino

  • Warm, Personable Neighborhood Hospitality

    The intimate setup and welcoming hospitality create a cozy refuge where patrons quickly feel like regulars and friends.

    The atmosphere that the owners have curated is next level. Very personable, and intimate.

    Nineveh Dewhurst

  • Effortless Post-Work Relaxation

    An unpretentious, comfortable haven offering an easy escape after work with dialed-in recommendations and a relaxed courtyard.

    Came for afternoon drinks with work - never wanted to leave (but mainly because I did not want to go back to work).

    k hill

  • Eclectic Vinyl Decks & Live Selectors

    Curated live selectors and physical vinyl records spinning on the decks create a vibrant, analog listening atmosphere.

    Warmth + range of DJs/selectors + legend staff.

    Nick Corbett

  • Unpretentious, Cozy Indoor & Outdoor Vibe

    The venue blends a cute, cozy interior with a laid-back back courtyard offering late-night camaraderie without attitude.

    It feels like you're being welcomed into late night kickons with the cool kids (in a non pretentious way).

    Elizabeth Lea

Signature savory dishes and fresh baked specialties

  • Toasted Chicken Sandwich

    My toasted chicken sandwich absolutely slapped, have not had one that good for a long time.

    Harry T

  • Pao de Queijo

    The pao de queijo they make fresh is the yummiest I've ever had!!

    Mimma Chino

  • Cheeseburger

    Frank is killing it in the kitchen, best cheeseburger in town!

    Emma Megannety

  • Chicken Wings

    potatoes and chicken wings to call home about

    Tav Bartlett

Other favorites

Baked goods, sweet treats, and bar sides

  • Hot Chocolate

    the hot chocolate was sensational

    Aubyn Fauteux

  • GF Cookies

    their gf cookies are to die for!

    Aubyn Fauteux

  • Carrot Cake

    Awesome carrot cake.

    Shinichi Masaki

  • Potatoes

    potatoes and chicken wings to call home about

    Tav Bartlett

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitable details that elevate Raffy’s day-to-night neighborhood experience

  • Turntables & Curated Vinyl Selectors

    Turntables run continuously with selectors and DJs spinning vinyl, creating an analog soundtrack that patrons describe as utter heaven compared to repetitive playlists.

  • Fresh In-House Pão de Queijo

    Freshly baked Brazilian cheese bread made on-site provides a warm, standout daytime treat alongside classic cafe items.

  • Hands-On Drink Guidance

    Staff deliver thoughtful, fast drink recommendations and deep beverage knowledge to help guests unwind and navigate the menu after work.

  • Dog-Friendly Outdoor Garden

    A dedicated back outdoor area offers an intimate open-air gathering space that welcomes dogs alongside their owners.

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