Restaurant
Shortstop Coffee & Donuts
12 Sutherland St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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12 Sutherland St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Tucked down a Melbourne laneway, Shortstop pairs serious specialty coffee with pastries that eat more like fine plated desserts than breakfast sugar bombs. The setup is compact—fewer than five seats inside—making it a natural grab-and-go pit stop for commuters and travelers on the move. Fans point straight to the Australian honey and sea salt cruller, where crisp ridges yield to a melt-in-the-mouth center without a trace of grease. Others chase the subtle, floral Earl Grey and rose glaze or grab a bottled iced latte for a balanced, low-fuss hit.
- Artisan Flavor Craft: Signature bakes like the Australian honey and sea salt cruller and Earl Grey rose glaze balance sweetness with delicate texture.
- Compact Takeaway Counter: With fewer than five seats, the Sutherland Street nook is built for swift morning pickups and laneway takeaway.
- Bottled Iced Coffee: Chilled specialty coffees come pre-bottled alongside house-pulled espresso for quick takeaway sipping.
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Why Choose Shortstop Coffee & Donuts
Discover how Shortstop Coffee & Donuts pairs precision espresso with artisan pastry craft in Melbourne's CBD.
Harmonious Specialty Coffee and Donut Pairings
Specialty espresso beverages are calibrated to complement house-made artisan donuts such as the Australian honey and sea salt cruller for an energizing breakfast or snack break.
It paired so well with the latte, making it a very satisfying breakfast / snack.
Wen Innovative Bottled Iced Coffee Format
Iced specialty espresso drinks are served in distinct crystal bottles, offering an innovative takeaway format alongside freshly made baked goods.
They serve coffee in cristal bottles, never seen before, so we were very pleased to see this innovative way of serving it.
Guillermo San Pedro Blázquez Pastry Craftsmanship Elevated to Thoughtful Desserts
Rather than relying on basic sugar glazes, each donut is constructed with soft, fluffy dough and carefully balanced toppings that read as proper desserts.
They feel like proper, thoughtfully made desserts, crafted with love and care.
Paz Delicate Textures and Nuanced Flavor Balances
Unique flavor profiles like earl grey rose and maple walnut brown butter feature rich yet light crumb textures with well-proportioned sweetness.
The crumb on these doughnuts is so rich but still so light and delicate.
Aggie Sobol Streamlined Footprint Built for Quick Takeaway
The compact Sutherland Street venue operates with minimal seating to ensure swift service for patrons seeking a rapid coffee and donut stop.
They are what they say they are - a short stop for a donut and coffee.
Justas Pipinis Gourmet Treats Prepped for On-the-Move Transit
Efficient counter service enables guests navigating the CBD to quickly select gourmet donuts packaged to go before flights or daily commutes.
Panic ordered two donuts to go. I loved the earl grey and rose the most!
Katherine Sivoravong
Most popular items
Artisan handcrafted donuts renowned for balanced glazes and delicate textures
Australian Honey & Sea Salt Donut
I highly recommend the Australian Honey & Sea Salt Donut; I have not had any donut that tasted close to this before.
Wen Maple Walnut and Brown Butter Donut
they recommended the maple walnut and brown butter donut.
Anson Wing Earl Grey and Rose Donut
I loved the earl grey and rose the most!
Katherine Sivoravong Matcha Donut
The matcha donut is excellent—soft, fluffy, and not greasy at all.
Teamcobaajadulu
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there seating available to dine in?
Seating is extremely limited with fewer than five seats inside, making it primarily suited for quick pit stops or takeaway orders.
What coffee and drink options can you expect?
They serve coffee from Market Lane, including specialty iced lattes presented in glass bottles. Note that milk and drink options are focused, with oat milk available and no cappuccinos or almond milk on offer.
Which donut flavors are most popular?
Signature creations include the Australian Honey & Sea Salt cruller, Earl Grey & Rose, Maple Walnut & Brown Butter, and seasonal options like matcha or fruit-infused glazes, all balanced to avoid being overly sweet.
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