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Sleepy's Cafe & Wine Bar

787 Nicholson St, Carlton North VIC 3054, Australia

Recommended by 60 people

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787 Nicholson St, Carlton North VIC 3054, Australia

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422 452 288
HoursMonday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 8:30 PM Thursday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Friday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Sleepy's Cafe & Wine Bar

Carlton North’s Sleepy's Cafe & Wine Bar effortlessly splits shifts between creative daytime diner and low-lit evening haunt. Mornings center on piping-hot breakfast congee—spiked with chilli oil, furikake, and a wobbly onsen egg—alongside specialty Ona coffee and crisp Mi Goreng toasties. Come dusk, regulars fill the counter for shared plates of hokkien noodles, mushroom dumplings, and rotating test-kitchen specials paired with snappy natural wines. Conversational staff anchor the dining room, pouring post-work amaro while kitchen pans clatter over street-facing window seats.

  • Inventive Asian Brunch: Breakfast congee with chilli oil and onsen egg pairs alongside Mi Goreng toasties and specialty Ona coffee.
  • Day-to-Night Evolution: Shifts from daytime cafe into an evening pouring natural wines, cocktails, and Chinese-inspired shared plates.
  • Pop-Up Collaborations: Hosts weekly test-kitchen menus and rotating culinary pop-ups, from fried chicken to bespoke tasting dishes.
  • Neighborhood Atmosphere: A snug dining room with street-side seating and friendly, conversational staff who remember regular orders.
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What's On at Sleepy's Cafe & Wine Bar

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

The Sleepy's Advantage

Why Carlton North locals choose Sleepy's from morning coffee to evening wine

  • Day-to-Night Asian Dining

    Inventive Asian-fusion dishes transition seamlessly into evening dining with contemporary Chinese plates and curated wines.

    Sleepy’s is a cafe wine bar serving contemporary Chinese cuisine that is executed so, so well.

    Caroline Wang

  • Inventive Morning Fusion & Specialty Coffee

    Mornings feature standout specialty Ona coffee alongside creative items like breakfast congee and Asian-inspired toasties.

    Very creative menu, love the Mi Goreng Toastie and the warm Congee for Winter Morning.

    Karl Or

  • Cold-Morning Congee Comfort

    Savory breakfast congee served piping hot provides soothing warmth on damp, chilly Melbourne mornings.

    On a cold, wet winter day, this dish was warm and so comforting.

    J L

  • Cozy Neighborhood Pit Stop

    The cafe offers welcoming spaces and thoughtful accommodations for early strolls, friendly gatherings, and dietary needs.

    my congee was full of flavour and piping hot, perfect for a cold Melbourne morning.

    Ruby McGlashan

  • Genuine Community Hospitality

    Staff foster an inclusive, familiar atmosphere where regular visitors, solo diners, and dogs feel instantly embraced.

    It’s a real community spot and the staff really make it so welcoming.

    Mia Bowyer

  • Vibrant Evening Pop-Ups

    Rotating pop-ups, test kitchen menus, and relaxed banter make evening drinks and dining engaging and connective.

    Rotating pop-ups add to the creative, community vibe that this spot fosters.

    Quincy Malesovas

Signature daytime comfort dishes and evening wine bar plates

  • Breakfast Congee

    The Breakfast Congee doesn't resemble the traditional congee I grew up with, but it's undisputedly tasty and fragrant. With onsen egg, furikake, soy sauce, chilli oil, sesame seeds and shallots, the combination delighted my taste buds.

    J L

  • Mi Goreng Toastie

    Very creative menu, love the Mi Goreng Toastie and the warm Congee for Winter Morning.

    Karl Or

  • Beef Tartare

    The beef tartare was honestly on of the best I have ever had – unforgettable!

    Bastian Knorr

  • Mushroom Dumplings

    The mushroom dumplings were outta control, the wine selection delicious and the playlist was bangin’.

    Paris B

Beyond the menu

Attentive hospitality and considerate personal touches that elevate neighbourhood dining

  • Tableside Dish Explanations

    Chefs or waitstaff personally introduce and explain each dish at the table during evening test kitchen seatings.

  • Hot-Night Zooper Doopers

    Staff hand out Zooper Doopers ice blocks to guests dining on disgustingly hot Melbourne nights.

  • Recognised by Name and Order

    Morning baristas regularly remember regulars by their names and exact drink preferences.

  • Complimentary Pour Overs with Bean Purchase

    Baristas brew complimentary pour overs when customers purchase bags of specialty frozen coffee beans.

Before you head over

Practical advice on visiting Sleepy's across daytime cafe hours and evening wine bar sessions

  • Time Your Visit for Daytime Brunch vs Evening Wine Bar

    Sleepy's serves Ona coffee alongside hot breakfast congee and savoury toasties like mi goreng during the morning, before transitioning into a wine bar with contemporary Chinese sharing plates by evening.

  • Ask Staff About Vegan and Dietary Adjustments

    Patrons note the kitchen readily accommodates dietary requirements, with options such as the mi goreng toastie able to be adapted vegan alongside oat milk coffee options.

  • Look Out for Test Kitchen and Guest Pop-Up Menus

    Keep an eye out for special test kitchen nights and rotating collaborative pop-up menus, which feature distinct limited-run dishes alongside regular wine and mocktail options.

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