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The Good Food Collective

123 Maling Rd, Canterbury VIC 3126, Australia

Recommended by 32 people

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123 Maling Rd, Canterbury VIC 3126, Australia

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+61 432 060 599
HoursMonday: 5:30 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 5:30 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 5:30 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 5:30 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 5:30 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 5:30 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Good Food Collective

The Good Food Collective anchors Maling Road with early-morning espresso, honest whole-food salads, and genuine neighbourhood warmth. Regulars drop in at first light—it is the first door open along the strip—grabbing a flat white pulled with Bonsoy or an extra shot without the usual specialty surcharges. The counter stays packed with scratch-made muffins, cranberry white chocolate cookies, and savoury lentil wraps alongside rotating market bowls like creamy baked brussel sprout and pumpkin curry.

  • Zero Milk Surcharges: Almond, Bonsoy, and extra espresso shots are poured without added fees.
  • Early Morning Kickoff: The earliest cafe open along Maling Road for early-riser coffee runs.
  • Fresh Daily Bowls & Wraps: A rotating daily spread featuring lentil wraps, lamb salads, and warm curried greens.
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Why Choose The Good Food Collective

Why locals and morning commuters choose The Good Food Collective on Maling Road

  • Zero Surcharges for Milk Alternatives & Extra Shots

    Guests enjoy high-quality espresso and specialty drinks without paying standard surcharges for plant-based milks or extra shots.

    no extra charges for almond or soy milk or extra shots!

    Belinda B

  • Fresh Wholesome Meals & Daily Salads

    Patrons pick up nutritious freshly prepared items like warm curry salads, lentil wraps, and baked treats during their morning schedule.

    This little locals spot has amazing coffee and their daily salads are always delicious.

    Riona

  • The Early Morning Pause on Maling Road

    Operating as the first cafe open on Maling Road, the cafe offers an unhurried, welcoming setting to start the day.

    the first cafe open every morning (and some evenings) in Maling Road

    John Mathieson

  • A Relaxing Neighbourhood Hub

    The cafe provides an inviting, relaxed atmosphere ideal for settling in with a book, paper, or peaceful morning breakfast.

    Very casual and relaxing cafe to have a slow morning breakfast.

    Jonathan Loh

  • A Reliable Stop for Riding Groups

    Cycling clubs and locals make the cafe their trusted group rendezvous on Maling Road for coffee and light fare.

    Mostly stop here for a coffee with the riding group.

    Mathew de Groen

  • Cosy Catch-Ups with Friends

    The warm, welcoming space and attentive hospitality provide a comfortable backdrop for connecting with friends.

    Nice cosy place to catch up with friends. Good food. Great friendly staff and service.

    Nguyen Duc

Nutritious, freshly prepared meals and wholesome takeaway favorites

  • Daily Salads

    their daily salads are always delicious

    Riona

  • Lentil Wrap

    The lentil wrap is great.

    Peter Campbell

  • Pumpkin & Baked Brussel Sprouts Curry

    I had 'Pumpkin & baked brussel sprouts curry'. I liked it because it was more like warm salad; creamy and with lovely subtle curry flavour.

    Chia

  • Lamb Salad

    Bought a Lamb salad on my way to work.

    Lead Head

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