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Red Door Corner Store

70 Mitchell St, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

Recommended by 72 people

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70 Mitchell St, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

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+61 3 9489 8040
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Red Door Corner Store

Tucked away on a leafy residential corner in Northcote, this former milk bar turns out morning staples with serious scratch-kitchen craft. Regulars gravitate toward the courtyard garden for simmered shakshuka spiced with chorizo and goats cheese, dukkah-dusted eggs, and house-made crumpets served warm with fruit jams and French butter. The pastry cabinet moves fast—think daily seasonal tarts, sweet bakery pies, and soft passionfruit doughnuts paired alongside dialed-in Market Lane cold brews.

  • Scratch Baking & Preserves: In-house baking yields fresh crumpets, seasonal savoury pies, tarts, and soft glazed doughnuts alongside house fruit jams.
  • Residential Courtyard Setting: Occupies a former corner milk bar with leafy front and rear courtyard seating, away from High Street crowds.
  • Attentive Dietary Options: Thoughtful kitchen modifications accommodate vegan, vegetarian, and low-FODMAP requests.
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Reasons to Choose Red Door Corner Store

Why diners choose this Northcote neighborhood haven for scratch baking and relaxed gatherings.

  • Scratch-Baked Pastries and In-House Preserves

    A dedicated scratch kitchen produces crumpets, tarts, and seasonal jams in-house instead of relying on commercial suppliers.

    From the tarts and pies to the doughnuts, crumpets and jams, everything feels genuinely homemade rather than commercial.

    Naveen Kumar

  • Elevated Breakfast Dishes

    Distinctive breakfast specialties like shakshuka and dukkah eggs showcase balanced flavors and meticulous kitchen execution.

    punchy flavours from the simmered sauce , the eggs baked to perfection with the sharp chorizo and goats cheese elevating the dish.

    Ananth Muralidaren

  • Neighborhood Corner Setting with Courtyard Seating

    Tucked into a quiet residential corner away from busy retail strips, offering front and rear courtyard outdoor seating.

    Delightful little cafe away from the bustle of High St.

    Venecia B

  • Low-Stress Residential Access and Parking

    Residential side streets provide ample space to park effortlessly without navigating commercial parking meters.

    Bonus points for plenty of off-street parking, making the visit easy and stress-free.

    Aditi Dhurka

  • Unhurried Catch-Ups and Auditory Comfort

    A relaxed environment with gentle acoustics makes it easy to hold genuine conversations without competing with loud venue noise.

    The atmosphere, music and decor is just chilled and you can hear your table buddy talk

    Adrian Penberthy

  • Attentive Care for Mixed Dietary Requirements

    Attentive staff proactively consult the kitchen to verify ingredients, seamlessly catering to vegan, vegetarian, and low-FODMAP needs.

    Our server, Niamh, went above and beyond to ensure all of the ingredients in the dishes were suitable, double-checking multiple times with the kitchen staff and suggesting other options.

    Andrew McGregor

Signature scratch-cooked breakfast and lunch dishes loved by locals

  • Shakshuka

    Really amazing shakshuka and lovely coffee.

    Georgia Thompson

  • Crumpets

    The crumpets with butter and homemade jams were also fantastic and had that comforting, home-style taste.

    Naveen Kumar

  • Dukkah Eggs

    I ordered the Dukkah Eggs and a large strong latte, both of which were absolutely delicious. The eggs were perfectly seasoned

    M. Tamizkar

  • Wagyu Burger

    If you visit, the Wagyu Burger is an absolute must-try. This isn't your average handheld fare; it was made to perfection.

    Oscar Villalobos

Other favorites

Scratch-baked sweet treats and counter cakes prepared fresh in-house

  • Passionfruit Doughnut

    The passionfruit doughnut was absolutely delicious — beautifully soft, fresh and full of flavour.

    Naveen Kumar

  • Apricot Muffin

    I had the apricot muffin which was super soft and sweet.

    Liese

  • Lamington

    we also shard a lamington. It was a perfect blend of the bitterness of the cocoa matched against the sweetness of the jam.

    Joel Furlong

  • Citrus Swiss Roll

    we savored every bite of the decadent and freshly baked citrus Swiss roll.

    Goli

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details and scratch-made touches that elevate the neighborhood cafe experience

  • Meticulous Dietary Cross-Checking

    Servers actively consult with the kitchen team to verify ingredient compliance and suggest suitable alternatives for guests navigating complex medical diets such as low-FODMAP.

  • House-Crafted Preserves & Specialty Condiments

    Fresh crumpets and breakfasts are served with house-made specialty condiments, including house raspberry jam, French butter, and green chilli oil.

  • In-House Small-Batch Baking

    The kitchen prepares sweet and savory items from scratch on site, featuring small-batch items like fresh tarts, seasonal pies, passionfruit doughnuts, and apricot muffins.

  • Covered & Heated Garden Courtyard Seating

    The cafe provides distinct sheltered dining options including covered, heated outdoor seating in both the front and back courtyard spaces, sheltered from neighborhood weather.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I expect a wait on weekends?

Yes, expect a 20 to 30-minute wait for a table during peak weekend breakfast and brunch times, while weekdays are typically much less crowded.

Is outdoor seating available?

Yes, the cafe features covered and heated outdoor seating options in both the front and rear courtyard/garden spaces. Note that in cooler weather, sitting right near the entrance door indoors can catch chilly drafts.

What are the parking options?

Street parking is available on the two surrounding streets at the corner location, and free parking options are accessible nearby off the main high street.

Can the cafe accommodate dietary restrictions and vegetarian diets?

Yes, the menu includes varied vegetarian choices like fritters, tarts, and shakshuka, along with vegan options. Staff and the kitchen also work to accommodate special dietary needs such as low-FODMAP requests.

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