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The Foodstore Cafe

Unit 1/22 Bills St, Hawthorn East VIC 3122, Australia

Recommended by 27 people

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Unit 1/22 Bills St, Hawthorn East VIC 3122, Australia

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+61 3 9819 3835
HoursMonday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Foodstore Cafe

Hawthorn East’s The Foodstore Cafe delivers hearty, 100% halal brunch fare in a welcoming spot where no one hurries you out the door. Regulars zero in on the spicy fried chicken benny over toast, finished with turkey bacon, runny poached eggs, and chilli oil—or a tender smoked brisket benny served on a toasted bagel. Between generous plates, pour-over batch brews, and an absence of dining limits or card surcharges, it is built for long conversations that stretch right past midday.

  • Halal brunch menu: The kitchen serves an entirely halal brunch lineup, starring savoury plates like spicy fried chicken with turkey bacon and smoked beef brisket.
  • Unhurried neighborhood pace: Spacious seating, ample neighborhood parking, and no dining time limits make lingering over coffee easy.
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Why Diners Choose The Foodstore Cafe

Discover why Hawthorn locals and visitors choose The Foodstore Cafe for generous halal dining and relaxed neighborhood catchups.

  • 100% Halal Brunch Menu

    A completely certified halal kitchen provides standout brunch classics featuring beef brisket, pulled lamb, and spicy chicken benny with turkey bacon.

    One of the only 100% halal brunch spots in Hawthorn area.

    Sumayeah Hasib

  • Accommodating Dietary Confidence

    Diners with dietary preferences can enjoy breakfast and brunch staples with complete peace of mind in a calm cafe environment.

    The food is halal which is not so common for breakfast/brunch spots.

    Faraz Abidi

  • Generous Portions and Genuine Value

    Generous portions and chef-driven dishes like smoked brisket benny and steak frites deliver exceptional flavor without inflated cafe prices.

    What really stood out was the portion size and value, very generous for the price, which is not that common in Melbourne brunch.

    Chloe Chen

  • Creative, Flavor-Packed Plates

    Dishes showcase balanced spices and inventive twists, from chilli-infused scrambled eggs to vibrant house specialties.

    Packed with so many flavours and the quantity served is very generous compared to most other brunch restaurants.

    Suvin Vinura Gamage

  • Unhurried, Surcharge-Free Hospitality

    Guests can settle in for relaxed conversations without experiencing rushed table turns, time limits, or unexpected suburban surcharges.

    These days so many cafés in the eastern suburbs have surcharges or time limits, so I honestly didn’t expect a discount

    Chu Tracy

  • Welcoming, Pressure-Free Stay

    The team welcomes long visits and casual catchups with warm, accommodating hospitality that lets guests linger comfortably.

    We sat there for 3 hours with nary a sideways glance from staff. Best service, food and coffee hands down!

    Lynn Evans

Signature benedicts and generous cafe classics loved by locals

  • Spicy Fried Chicken Benny

    Chicken was juicy and eggs were perfectly poached. The turkey bacon and spinach was an added bonus.

    Sandra Nguyen

  • Smoked Brisket Benny

    The brisket was tender and full of flavour, and the eggs were perfectly done. Everything on the plate was balanced without being too heavy.

    G S

  • Lamb Benny

    opted for the lamb Benny which surpassed all of my expectations.

    Lynn Evans

  • The Foodstore Big Breakfast

    This is what a big breakfast should always be. Big portion and heaps of every component on the plate.

    Sandra Nguyen

Other favorites

Sweet plates, refreshing smoothies, and comforting brunch sides

  • Biscoff Pancakes

    The highlight for me was definitely the Biscoff Pancakes – soft, fluffy, and indulgent without being too heavy.

    Sean Han

  • Açai Smoothie

    To finish, I had their Açai Smoothie – icy, fruity, and just the right amount of refreshing after a big meal.

    Sean Han

  • Chai Porridge

    We tried the breakfast salad and the chai porridge, both of which were super yummy and nourishing.

    Chasing Pastry

  • Halloumi

    and the sides were really reasonably priced – only $4.50 for halloumi and got multiple pan seared slices compared to the sad, single $6 sliver I got elsewhere in Melbourne recently.

    Chasing Pastry

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate your brunch experience in Hawthorn East

  • Certified Halal Brunch Repertoire

    The kitchen prepares an entirely halal-certified cafe menu featuring creative substitutions like house-smoked brisket and turkey bacon alongside fried chicken benny.

  • No-Rush Dining & Zero Surcharges

    Guests enjoy an unhurried dining environment free from standard eastern-suburb table limits or surcharges, even during extended three-hour catchups.

  • Thoughtful Culinary Twists

    Chefs elevate standard brunch fare with unexpected ingredients like authentic Lao Gan Ma chilli crisp, porterhouse steak frites, and generous pan-seared halloumi portions.

  • Proper Cutlery for Crusty Sourdough

    Tables are stocked with proper serrated steak knives rather than blunt butter knives, ensuring guests do not have to struggle cutting crusty artisan sourdough.

Before you head over

Practical tips for planning your visit to The Foodstore Cafe

  • Fully Halal Brunching

    Guests seeking halal brunch can confidently order the entire menu, which includes turkey bacon, beef brisket, and spicy fried chicken benny.

  • Effortless Parking

    Take advantage of free street and on-site front parking right outside the Bills Street entrance without dealing with congested main strip meters.

  • Unhurried Gatherings

    With no dining time limits enforced and a quiet acoustic setting indoors, you can comfortably settle in for long conversations without being rushed out.

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