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Saffs Cafe

64 Mostyn St, Castlemaine VIC 3450, Australia

Recommended by 19 people

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64 Mostyn St, Castlemaine VIC 3450, Australia

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+61 3 5470 6722
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Sunday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Saffs Cafe

Castlemaine’s dependable daytime anchor delivers hearty breakfast classics, crisp coffee, and easy warmth right on Mostyn Street. Day-trippers and regulars make a beeline here for generous plates—from stacked Reuben sandwiches loaded with sauerkraut on rye to creamy savoury scrambled eggs with sautéed mushrooms and spinach. Seating is walk-in only across the bustling indoor dining room and an airy outdoor garden where four-legged companions are greeted warmly. Morning crowds clear out swiftly, leaving plenty of room to linger over a long macchiato or a muesli slice.

  • Garden & Indoor Dining: A relaxed outdoor garden provides open-air seating alongside cozy indoor dining tables.
  • Dog-Friendly Tables: Four-legged companions are warmly welcomed with thoughtful outdoor hospitality.
  • Walk-In Seating: Tables are open for walk-ins without bookings, moving steadily even during peak weekend rushes.
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Why Choose Saffs Cafe

Discover why visitors and locals choose Saffs Cafe for breakfast, lunch, and coffee in Castlemaine.

  • Hearty Daytime Fare at Reasonable Prices

    Diners enjoy hearty, generously portioned breakfast and lunch staples, from chicken burgers to egg and bacon dishes, delivered with dependable efficiency.

    Delightful taste, hearty portions, more than reasonable prices...

    Gaurav Ahuja

  • Dependable Travel Dining & Specialty Coffee

    Guests traveling or day-tripping through regional Victoria find dependable specialty coffee and fresh fare even during busy rushes.

    The service was attentive, friendly and efficient and the lunch and coffee were both delicious, at reasonable prices.

    Neil Green

  • Garden Courtyard & Indoor Dining Options

    Patrons can choose between the bustling indoor dining area and relaxed outdoor garden seating to suit the day's weather.

    Loved the food with a lovely ambience of their dining experience. Been here twice with friends, we've all loved it - Dined inside and outside on another occasion.

    Allan Jones

  • Unhurried Heritage Town Atmosphere

    The cafe provides an unhurried, comfortable atmosphere where visitors can unwind and soak in the town's historic character.

    Café Saffs is one of those places that instantly makes you feel at home. The food is fresh, nourishing, and made with care

    Ivana Bačová

  • Reliable Weekend & Public Holiday Hours

    Saffs reliably opens on Sundays and public holidays, providing a welcome breakfast and lunch option when other regional spots are closed.

    Although they were one of the few cafes open and so were very busy the staff were friendly the atmosphere warm and the food was delicious and plentiful.

    Joanne Nelson

  • Pet-Friendly Welcoming Hospitality

    Visitors traveling with pets are greeted with warm hospitality and accommodating service in the outdoor dining spaces.

    Awesome dog friendly cafe with lots of delicious vegetarian and vegan options!

    Ashlea Bechaz

Hearty cafe favorites and morning staples served daily

  • Chicken Burger

    Highly recommended the chicken burger, although menu had lots of great options, and they catered for my child's needs also without hesitation!!!

    Anthea Wicks

  • Savoury Scrambled Eggs

    I had the savoury scrambled it was delicious full of fresh tasting ingredients.

    Matt

  • Pancakes

    Ordered pancake with walnuts, banana & maple syrup it arrived in good time with a big dollop of ice cream what a wonderful start to the day.

    A Kahn

  • Reuben Sandwich

    The Reuben sandwich was sooooooo tasty would definitely have again. Big slices of fresh corned beef, loads of amazing sauerkraut, cheese,gherkins,sauce, rye bread... oh my taste buds went to heaven and back.

    Karlene R

Other favorites

Sweet bakery treats and specialty hot drinks to complement your visit

  • Muesli Slice

    the reason for my five star review is that muesli slice!!! Absolutely divine. Wish I’d bought ten.

    Sally

  • Long Macchiato

    The long macchiato was exceptional—rich, smooth, and perfectly made. Easily one of the best coffees I’ve had in the area.

    Andrew Kelly

  • Chai Tea

    I love my chai and Saffs does it better than anyone else; a pot of chai tea, a pot of steamed milk and a serve of honey. Perfect!

    Malcolm Dow

  • Hot Chocolate

    what a wonderful start to the day. with a hot chocolate!!

    A Kahn

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you reserve a table in advance?

Saffs Cafe does not take table reservations, and tables can fill up quickly during peak lunch rushes and weekends. If there is a wait, lines generally move fast, but arriving early or ordering as soon as you are seated helps avoid delays.

Is outdoor dining available?

Yes, you can choose between indoor dining tables and an outdoor garden seating area. Both options are available for breakfast and lunch.

Are dogs allowed at the cafe?

Yes, Saffs Cafe is welcoming to dogs in their dining spaces, with staff known to provide thoughtful hospitality for pets.

Does the menu cater to vegetarian or vegan diets?

Yes, the kitchen offers vegetarian and vegan breakfast and lunch choices, including savoury scrambled eggs and dedicated vegan breakfast options.

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