Restaurant
The Food Store
39 Carpenter St, Maffra VIC 3860, Australia
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39 Carpenter St, Maffra VIC 3860, Australia
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Tucked away on Carpenter Street, this Maffra favorite balances morning cafe staples with evening wood-fired pizzas and an old-school lolly counter. Regulars drop in for eggs benedict on sourdough, hefty breakfast rolls, or a hot coffee on the road through Gippsland. Come evening, the kitchen turns out blistered pumpkin pizzas, with jars of house-made relish lined up by the till to take home.
- Wood-fired pizzas & cafe fare: Serves daytime cafe breakfasts alongside blistered evening pies like pumpkin pizza.
- Lolly counter & pantry retail: Greets guests at the front entrance with classic sweets and house-made relish jars.
- Neighborhood detour: A quiet Carpenter Street stop for morning espresso, big breakfasts, and road-trip pit stops.
What's On at The Food Store
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Visit The Food Store
Discover hearty breakfasts, wood-fired pizzas, and charming nostalgic sweets tucked off the main road in Maffra.
Hearty Morning Breakfasts
Generous breakfast staples, freshly prepared rolls, and barista-made coffees satisfy morning visits with hearty comfort.
Big breakfast was extremely generous , eggs Benedict on sourdough for me with avocado fetta was tasty with eggs being perfectly cooked.
Leigh Heskey Wood-Fired Pizza Dinners
Evening diners can enjoy specialty wood-fired pizzas, including standout pumpkin and gluten-free choices, straight from the oven.
Fantastic food, great service. The pumpkin pizza is the best!
Naomi Cranston Rewarding Road Trip Detour
Positioned off the busy main street in a peaceful neighborhood, the cafe makes a dependable, rewarding detour on regional drives.
A little of the main Rd. But well worth the stop.
Annette Parsons Afternoon Coffee Stop
Convenient operating hours make it easy to drop in for dependable hot coffee and sweet treats during quiet afternoon journeys.
We discovered this great cafe just out of town when looking to get a coffee after 2pm. We are impressed with the convenient opening hours and the hot delicious coffee.
JustLivingItUp Old-School Candy Counter
A vintage candy counter and old-school lolly display at the entrance delights visiting children and nostalgic travelers.
It must be a favourite spot for kids, considering the candy counter just as you walk in.
Kirk Haddock Retail Pantry and Take-Home Jars
Guests can browse local pantry provisions and take home house-made relishes alongside daily counter-baked goods.
purchased a delicious relish to take home .
Leigh Heskey
Most popular items
Local favorites for morning breakfast and evening wood-fired dining
Wood Fired Pizza
The pumpkin pizza is the best!
Naomi Cranston Big Breakfast
Big breakfast was extremely generous
Leigh Heskey Eggs Benedict on Sourdough
eggs Benedict on sourdough for me with avocado fetta was tasty with eggs being perfectly cooked
Leigh Heskey Tradie Breakfast Roll
Thoroughly enjoyed the Tradie breakfast roll and the drinks were nice and hot!
Arnie C
Frequently Asked Questions
Does The Food Store serve wood-fired pizza?
Yes. The cafe features wood-fired pizza on its menu (including gluten-free options and a popular pumpkin pizza), alongside daytime cafe fare like big breakfasts, egg and bacon toasties, and bubble and squeak.
Is there outdoor seating available?
Yes. The cafe provides both indoor dining and an outdoor seating area out back.
Is there a candy or lolly counter at the cafe?
Yes. Right by the front entrance, there is an old-school lolly counter stocked with sweet treats.
What are the cafe's opening hours?
The Food Store is open early through mid-afternoon daily (from 6:00 AM Monday through Thursday, and 8:00 AM on weekends until 2:00 PM), and stays open for dinner on Friday until 8:00 PM.
Where can visitors park?
Visiting is hassle-free with free street parking and a dedicated free parking lot available.
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