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Rathdowne & Reeves Cafe

497 Rathdowne St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

Recommended by 45 people

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497 Rathdowne St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

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+61 3 9240 7056
HoursMonday: 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Rathdowne & Reeves Cafe

Opposite the Carlton Baths, this sunlit Carlton corner nails the unhurried neighborhood brunch with scratch cooking and no weekend surcharge. Mornings start over silky flat whites and fluffy toasted banana bread with butter. For lunch, regulars gravitate toward the housemade sausage rolls packed with generous filling alongside homemade tomato relish, or a tender steak sandwich flanked by chips dusted in chicken salt. Broad walkways give diners plenty of space to breathe and easily navigate wheelchairs or walkers between tables, while bowls of spicy lentil soup land hot beside sourdough.

  • House-Baked Sausage Rolls: Flaky, thin pastry packed with generous seasoned filling, paired with housemade tomato relish.
  • Mobility-Friendly Layout: Spacious, open walkways provide barrier-free navigation for wheelchairs and walkers across generations.
  • No Weekend Surcharges: Enjoy weekend brunch and quality espresso without the standard holiday penalty rates.
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Why Choose Rathdowne & Reeves Cafe

Scratch-made brunch, spacious accessibility, and neighborhood hospitality in Carlton

  • In-House Savory Baking

    House-baked sausage rolls feature generous savoury fillings wrapped in flaky pastry and served with scratch-made tomato relish.

    Got to try their homemade sausage roll which comes with homemade tomato relish. So generous with the filling, very consistent everytime I order it, and so delicious.

    GraceSEE

  • Weekend Dining Without Surcharges

    Guests enjoy weekend brunch and specialty coffees without paying standard weekend percentage markups.

    No weekend surcharge🙏

    GraceSEE

  • Step-Free Mobility and Walker Access

    Spacious table spacing and wide interior pathways provide effortless navigation for guests using wheelchairs or walkers.

    If you rely on a walker or wheelchair, there’s ample room to navigate to your table.

    Sarah Edwards

  • Multigenerational Neighborhood Gathering

    Located right across from Carlton Baths, the cafe offers a calming, accessible space welcoming to patrons of all generations.

    I see ppl of all generations coming here to experience the beautiful food and wonderful coffee. Atmosphere is always lovely and relaxed

    Archie and Gordon ARDON

  • Tranquil, Sunlit Brunch Setting

    The dining room combines lush greenery and a peaceful, tranquil environment ideal for unhurried brunches.

    The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with beautiful greenery that creates such a relaxing vibe.

    Sally Cute

  • Carefully Crafted Specialty Coffee

    Attentive baristas prepare well-balanced iced and espresso coffees crafted with care rather than rushed through service.

    The iced coffee was spot on too: balanced, smooth, and made with care rather than hurry.

    Allan Ivan

Signature dishes and savory house-made lunch favorites

  • Homemade Sausage Roll

    Got to try their homemade sausage roll which comes with homemade tomato relish. So generous with the filling, very consistent everytime I order it, and so delicious. The thin pastry around a generous filling is so satisfying! They made it well.

    GraceSEE

  • Indian Scramble

    The Indian Scramble was one of the best, tastiest dishes I’ve ever had! Would definitely recommend this for anyone wanting to try something totally new. Very original, incredible flavours that complement eso other and so so delicious.

    Jorge Landazuri

  • Steak Sandwich

    I ordered the steak sandwich with fried eggs (must-add) and an iced latte, and everything was beyond perfect. The sandwich was packed with tender, juicy steak, and bacon.

    Bowen Guan (Bosco)

  • Spicy Lentil Soup

    Great food. Spicy lentil soup To Die For. Cumquat strawberry soda deliciousness to Love.

    Sarah Edwards

Other favorites

House-baked sweets, treats, and savory cafe sides

  • Banana Bread

    The banana bread is the best I’ve ever had!! And I eat a lot of banana bread. I almost don’t want to tell people because I don’t want it to sell out. Super fluffy, banana caramelises at the bottom DELICIOUS, great crust, cooked perfectly.

    Sinead _

  • Belgian Waffles

    The food in itself is superb, the Belgian Waffles especially is amazing!

    Nicholas Cahyono

  • Caramel Slices

    I’m really obsessed with their caramel slices and extra hot Nutella mocha🤤☕️.

    Zayaka N.

  • Baked Beans

    DELICIOUS food, like omfg!!! i am NOT exaggerating when i say the baked beans here are the best i’ve ever had at a cafe. most housemade beans at cafes taste similar to each other, but the beans at Rathdowne & Reeves have a great kick to them & are full of flavour in a rich tomato sauce.

    lucy h

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and scratch-made details that elevate neighborhood dining

  • Attentive Care for Sick Guests

    When a sick patron requested hot water, staff checked in later and placed hands on the pot to ensure it remained sufficiently warm.

  • Spontaneous Gift Gestures

    Owners surprise regulars and students with sweet treats like banana cake alongside coffee purchases to brighten their day.

  • Spacious Walker and Wheelchair Access

    The dining floor provides generous space between tables, ensuring guests with wheelchairs or walkers can navigate freely.

  • Scratch-Made Sausage Rolls and Relish

    Savory sausage rolls are rolled and baked in-house from scratch, accompanied by freshly made tomato relish.

Before you head over

Practical advice on accessibility, weekend ordering, and house specialties

  • Mobility & Walker Access

    If visiting with a walker or wheelchair, the dining area offers wide walkways and ample floor space to reach tables smoothly without navigating crowded obstacles.

  • Weekend Dining Without Surcharges

    Enjoy full weekend brunch without extra bill shock, as the cafe operates without standard weekend surcharges on food or coffee.

  • Ordering Housemade Baked Staples

    The house-baked sausage rolls paired with scratch tomato relish are popular staples; order early in the day before daily batches run low.

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