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Salt n Pepa Cafe

57 Pier St, Altona VIC 3018, Australia

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57 Pier St, Altona VIC 3018, Australia

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+61 3 9398 1874
HoursMonday: 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 6:45 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Salt n Pepa Cafe

Salt n Pepa Cafe delivers prompt flat whites and hearty coastal morning plates steps from Altona Beach. Locals count on the team to remember names and regular orders amid the early-morning rush. An exterior hatch lets morning dog walkers grab a takeaway sandwich or flat white without tying up the leash. In the cabinet, classic bakery treats share space with flaky pastizzi, warm pies, and a dedicated midday salad bar. For breakfast, the kitchen sends out loaded egg-and-bacon rolls alongside plates of chilli scramble topped with crisp potato rosti.

  • Walk-Up Service Window: A dedicated hatch lets passers-by and dog walkers order takeaway coffee, focaccias, and hot pastries directly from the footpath.
  • Bakery Fare & Salad Bar: House-made savoury pies, flaky pastizzi, and bakery slices line the counter alongside a daily salad bar running until 1:00 PM.
  • Coeliac-Safe Options: Coeliac diners can order dedicated gluten-free egg-and-bacon toasties prepared with careful allergen handling.
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Why Locals Choose Salt n Pepa Cafe

Discover why Altona locals make Salt n Pepa Cafe their daily routine for coffee, fresh lunches, and community gatherings.

  • Consistent Morning Routines & Personalized Service

    Local patrons rely on consistent coffee and breakfast alongside welcoming staff who quickly remember names and regular orders.

    They remember your name. They remember your order.

    Morgan

  • Dependable Catering for Events & Gatherings

    Generous sandwich assortments, baked treats, and fruit platters provide reliable catering for school events and family functions.

    Super tasty variety of sandwiches, cakes and beautifully presented fruit platters.

    A

  • Convenient Walk-Up Window for Pet Owners

    An external walk-up hatch and dedicated front waiting zone allow dog walkers to grab takeaway coffee and lunch without tying up pets.

    Extra points go to having the outside service area, I walk my dog up every day so it's one of the best options to grab and go some lunch without leaving the pooch somewhere.

    Harry McGoldrick

  • Convenient Seaside & Beachside Proximity

    Situated close to the pier and beach, the cafe provides seamless indoor and outdoor dining spaces ideal for strolls by the water.

    Indoor and outdoor seating, an easy walk to the pier and beach.

    Christine Bell

  • Warm & Welcoming Neighbourhood Connection

    A genuine neighbourhood environment where patrons feel recognized, welcomed, and treated like longtime community regulars.

    It has that real community feeling that’s getting harder and harder to find.

    Morgan

  • Trusted Gluten-Free & Coeliac Safety

    Thorough kitchen awareness ensures coeliac and gluten-sensitive guests enjoy hearty meal options with complete peace of mind.

    They have a great understanding of gluten free, coeliac safe food.

    Christine Bell

Signature morning staples and hot bakery favorites

  • Pies

    One of the best pies I’ve had since moving to Australia and that’s coming from a kiwi!

    Kirsten Shaw

  • Chilli Scrambled Eggs

    my wife had chilli scrambled eggs And was delicious

    Nick Cilia

  • Gluten Free Bacon and Egg Toastie

    I had a gluten free bacon and egg toastie and English tea as a meal for $14. It all arrived quickly and was so lovely.

    Christine Bell

  • Ham and Cheese Croissant

    Thanks for the ham and cheese croissant 🥐 yum yum

    Tina Chiu

Other favorites

Traditional baked sweets, specialty drinks, and sweet breakfast treats

  • Jelly Slice

    Fabulous to see jelly slice, vanilla slice, apple cakes. All the greats.

    Tom Lewis

  • Pastizzi

    also love getting a cheeky pie or pastizzi from the hot food selection

    Harry McGoldrick

  • Vanilla Chai

    i reccomend the vanilla chai and any of the desserts

    Addrita Latif

  • Nutella Pancake with Vanilla Ice Cream

    This nutella pancake with vanilla ice cream was exquisite!

    Keith L

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate daily routines in Altona

  • Personalized Order Recall

    The team takes the time to know regular patrons by name and memorise their specific daily orders, creating a warm, personal routine.

  • Walk-Up Window for Dog Walkers

    The cafe provides dedicated takeaway window ordering and an outdoor waiting area, allowing patrons walking dogs to pick up food without leaving pets unattended.

  • Attentive Coeliac-Safe Care

    Staff demonstrate clear understanding and careful preparation of coeliac-safe meals, offering dedicated gluten-free options like breakfast toasties.

  • Daily Lunchtime Salad Bar

    Alongside a cooked menu, the cafe features an in-house salad bar running until 1:00 PM for custom, healthy midday options.

Before you head over

Practical advice on walk-up ordering, salad bar timings, and dietary options.

  • Order via the Outdoor Service Window When Walking Dogs

    Collect takeaway coffees, toasties, or lunch directly from the outdoor walk-up hatch and waiting area, keeping your pet right with you without needing to tie them up outside.

  • Catch the Fresh Salad Bar Before 1:00 PM

    Visit before 1:00 PM if you want to order fresh salads from their dedicated lunch salad bar setup before the station closes for the day.

  • Inquire About Coeliac-Safe and Gluten-Free Choices

    Ask the team about dedicated gluten-free options like breakfast toasties, prepared by staff with a solid grasp of coeliac-safe food handling.

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