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Temperance Society

127 Kangaroo Rd, Hughesdale VIC 3166, Australia

Recommended by 12 people

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127 Kangaroo Rd, Hughesdale VIC 3166, Australia

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+61 3 9568 2500
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Saturday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM Sunday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Temperance Society

Hughesdale locals slip into Temperance Society for serious morning cooking that skips tired suburban cafe cliches. The kitchen builds plates with actual culinary ambition—think Seafood Pescatore loaded with blue swimmer crab, calamari, and prawns in garlic and chilli, or Craboulade cakes topped with poached eggs. Savoury options run deep alongside pandan waffles spread with orange ricotta and chocolate mascarpone. Back out on the heated, undercover courtyard, regulars settle in with their dogs over flat whites and ginger-heavy Immunity Booster juices.

  • Inventive Brunch Fare: Morning plates lean ambitious with blue swimmer crab pescatore and crab cakes alongside pandan waffles.
  • All-Weather Pet Dining: A heated undercover rear courtyard accommodates guests dining with dogs through wet or cold mornings.
  • Specialty Coffee & Pressed Juice: Locals rely on the cafe for strong espresso, flat whites, and ginger-forward pressed juices.
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Key Dining Advantages

Why diners choose Temperance Society for elevated brunching and dog-friendly comfort

  • Inventive Seafood Brunch Classics

    The kitchen prepares standout seafood creations like blue swimmer crab pescatore and craboulade crab cakes that elevate suburban cafe dining.

    The Seafood Pescatore was packed with fresh seafood prawns, calamari, mussels, and blue swimmer crab, all tossed in a rich, garlicky sauce with a hint of chilli and lemon zest.

    Yuka Monica

  • Consistent Quality Across Creative Dishes

    Artfully plated brunch dishes like vibrant waffles and stacked ingredients deliver consistent culinary execution across repeat visits.

    The quality has never dipped — the food is always top-notch, beautifully presented, and packed with flavour.

    Aanchal Tangri

  • Heated Undercover Outdoor Space for Pets

    A large covered back courtyard fitted with heaters ensures diners and their dogs stay warm and dry even in poor weather.

    Large undercover area out the back with heating was perfect for us and our pooch.

    Ben Carr

  • Escape from Weekend Shopping Congestion

    Situated in Hughesdale just down the road from Chadstone, the cafe offers an easy neighborhood retreat from mall shopping traffic.

    Great spot down the road from Chadstone to escape the hustle and bustle of the weekend shoppers.

    Sean Meeking

  • Welcoming Setting for Group Catch-Ups

    Generous multi-dish menus, smooth coffee, and refreshing specialty drinks make leisurely social gatherings easy to coordinate.

    With a warm, cosy atmosphere, both indoor and outdoor seating, and a delicious selection of food and drinks, it’s the perfect spot to relax and connect.

    Melbourne Favs

  • Relaxed Community Cafe Atmosphere

    Attentive table hospitality and a bustling neighborhood vibe create a dependable environment for sharing long weekend brunches.

    It is perfect spot for a leisurely brunch with friends or a cozy coffee date, where the food is fresh, tasty, and the drinks are refreshing and balanced.

    Aimee Le

Inventive sweet and savory daytime dishes that define the neighborhood cafe experience

  • Seafood Pescatore

    The Seafood Pescatore was packed with fresh seafood prawns, calamari, mussels, and blue swimmer crab, all tossed in a rich, garlicky sauce with a hint of chilli and lemon zest.

    Yuka Monica

  • Craboulade

    The food is a standout, from the unique and delicious Craboulade and the surprisingly flavourful Vegan Burger to the gorgeous, berry topped Red Velvet Waffle.

    Jenny Anderson

  • Steak Sandwich

    The steak sandwich was amazing as was the coffee.

    Ben Carr

  • Pandan Waffle

    Recently, we tried their pandan waffle, and honestly, it was out of this world. Light, fluffy, and fragrant, with that subtle pandan aroma that isn’t overpowering — it was executed perfectly.

    Aanchal Tangri

Other favorites

Refreshing specialty smoothies and cold-pressed juices to round out your visit

  • Pink Dragon

    To refresh our palates, we savored the Pink Dragon smoothie, a delightful blend of lychee, dragon fruit, banana, raspberry, chai seeds, and coconut yoghurt that offered a perfect balance of flavors.

    Katie Goldberg

  • Immunity Booster

    the Immunity Booster (fresh orange juice, carrot & ginger) was refreshing and energising

    Yuka Monica

  • Green Punch

    The Green Punch was a refreshing drink, light and balanced

    Haylee Trinh

  • PB Cup Smoothie

    I also tried their PB cup smoothie- such a yummy treat!

    Bianca Wacker

Before you head over

Practical advice for pet-friendly seating, menu favorites, and parking.

  • All-Weather Pet Dining

    Bring your dog along even on cold or wet days; head directly to the large undercover back courtyard, which is equipped with heaters.

  • Order Signature Seafood

    For a more substantial or elevated brunch, try signature seafood options like the Blue Swimmer Crab Seafood Pescatore or Craboulade crab cake.

  • Skip Mall Parking Carnage

    If you are heading towards Chadstone, stop here for brunch and easy local parking instead of dealing with shopping mall parking congestion.

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