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The Hatter and the Hare

1/21 Scoresby Rd, Bayswater VIC 3153, Australia

Recommended by 53 people

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1/21 Scoresby Rd, Bayswater VIC 3153, Australia

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+61 3 9720 5230
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Hatter and the Hare

Step down the rabbit hole in Bayswater for an immersive storybook brunch packed with generous plates and edible art. Whimsical florals, character-inspired burgers, and floor-to-ceiling greenery transform everyday dining into an escape. Locals gladly brave the tight parking and strictly enforced 90-minute seating limit for hearty breakfast dishes with hefty add-ons—from crispy bacon to fresh avocado. The interactive theater steals the show: an open pastry section where diners watch glazed entremets assembled live before landing on tables alongside specialty coconut iced lattes and dialed-in flat whites. Attentive staff steer families through dietary restrictions and busy rush hours with practiced ease.

  • Immersive Wonderland Décor: Ever-changing greenery, florals, and storybook styling recreate an Alice in Wonderland setting across the dining floor.
  • Edible Art Pastries: An open pastry area lets guests watch intricate glazed cakes and entremets assembled live.
  • Generous Brunch Plates: Hearty dishes like the Tweedledum and Tweedledee burgers arrive with generous add-on portions.
  • Attentive Accommodations: Floor staff smoothly manage allergy requirements and wheelchair access in a busy, high-capacity dining room.
  • Specialty Sips: The drinks lineup ranges from balanced espresso coffee and chai to iced coconut lattes.
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Why Guests Choose The Hatter and the Hare

Discover how immersive Alice in Wonderland theming, artisan dessert craftsmanship, and generous portions create a standout destination cafe experience.

  • Step Directly into an Enchanting Storybook Atmosphere

    The cafe transforms brunch into an immersive storybook escape with whimsical decor and vibrant floral displays across every corner.

    The attention to detail in the interior design makes it feel like you’ve stepped into a storybook—so much charm in every corner!

    Cody Cheung

  • Watch Intricate Patisserie Art Plated Live

    A live dessert prep section allows diners and children to watch complex pastry works of art crafted right in front of them.

    There’s even a section where you can watch the desserts being made, this adds a lovely interactive touch, especially for kids

    MazCal

  • Culinary Creations Not Easily Replicated at Home

    Substantial portion sizes and intricate, chef-level recipe compositions provide dining value far beyond standard cafe staples.

    There has been great thought put into the flavours and the presentation, so it is quite a unique experience and not something that could be easily replicated at home - making it something worth paying for.

    Kayley C

  • Generous Portions and High-Value Dining

    Hearty meal portions and fair add-on servings ensure that long-distance journeys are well rewarded with generous value.

    The food is fantastic—super yummy with genuinely large portion sizes. If you get an add-on (like avocado or bacon), you get a fair amount, so it's totally worth the price.

    Etiene Casagrande

  • Spacious Seating Tailored for Group Celebrations

    Thoughtfully designed seating arrangements comfortably accommodate large groups and milestone family celebrations without crowding.

    The place was spacious and suitable for dining experience in large group (with family or colleagues).

    Madriena Hoko

  • Attentive Care for Multi-Generational Family Needs

    Floor staff deliver dedicated, detail-oriented hospitality that comfortably accommodates children with severe allergies and accessible dining needs.

    He handled everything with such care and attention to detail, which made us feel completely at ease and well looked after.

    MazCal

Whimsical, flavor-packed brunch favorites inspired by the classics

  • Tweedledum burger

    Had the tweedledum burger, DELISH.

    Blake Bidmead-Graham

  • Tweedledee burger

    We had a tweedledee burger (chicken)to share. It was so delicious, im never sharing again!

    sandi adamson

  • Alice's Daydream

    Tried Alice's Daydream, the Viet Lattes and their signature fries - all were fantastic! Excellent flavours and well balanced.

    Chatura Weerasekara (Chat)

  • The Knight’s dream

    We had the tweedle dee and tweedle dum burger, The Knight’s dream and i forgot the name of the one with the soft shell crab its just awesome.

    Everly Verceles

Other favorites

Storybook sweets, celebration teas, and specialty house creations

  • Hatter

    Went for desserts too - Hatter and Cheshire Cat. Both were great, but the Hatter was the standout.

    Chatura Weerasekara (Chat)

  • The Queen

    I had the Queen, and cannot think of anything else I have ever eaten like that. It's the kind of dessert you see on MasterChef and dream of

    Kayley C

  • High tea experience

    Highly recommend dining at THATH and booking the high tea experience!

    Annie Elizabeth

  • King’s Hat

    I ordered Summer Seaside Fantasy and King’s Hat. Both were delicious in nice presentation.

    Madriena Hoko

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details and interactive touches that elevate your visit

  • Interactive Dessert Assembly Viewing

    Guests and children can watch intricate themed desserts and pastries being crafted and assembled live from a dedicated viewing section.

  • Attentive Allergy & Dietary Care

    Staff provide dedicated attention and care for dining requirements, accommodating severe allergies with close precision to keep families at ease.

  • Flexible Table & Accessibility Setup

    Waitstaff actively reconfigure seating layouts to comfortably accommodate wheelchair users and add last-minute family guests for milestone events.

  • Tableside Children's Entertainment

    Children are provided with custom colouring-in activities to keep them entertained amidst the immersive decor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I book a table in advance?

Yes, reservations are accepted and strongly recommended because the venue is frequently full, especially on weekends and for special experiences like high tea.

What is the parking situation like?

On-site parking directly out front can be tight or difficult to secure. However, both free and paid parking options, including street parking and nearby spaces across the road, are available around the area.

How large are the meal portions and dessert options?

The cafe offers substantial, filling meal portions—such as hearty burgers and breakfast dishes—alongside a large display of themed house-made pastries and desserts that can also be packaged for takeaway.

How well does the cafe accommodate special dietary or accessibility needs?

The venue accommodates dietary requirements and special seating needs with attentive care, including handling severe allergies and arranging room for wheelchair accessibility.

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