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The Merchants Guild

680 Centre Rd, Bentleigh East VIC 3165, Australia

Recommended by 10 people

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680 Centre Rd, Bentleigh East VIC 3165, Australia

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+61 3 9579 0734
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 – 3:00 PM Saturday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Merchants Guild

The Merchants Guild elevates Bentleigh East brunch with chef-grade plates that trade predictable cafe staples for ambitious flavors. Regulars bypass standard toast for eggs Benedict built over layered potato pavé and tender BBQ pulled pork, crowned with saffron hollandaise. Plates arrive bright and punchy—think crab chilli scramble or aromatic saffron hotcakes. Tables inside and out fill with neighborhood cyclists and visiting families over fresh long blacks and pots of whole-spice Prana Chai.

  • Potato Pavé Benedict: Eggs Benedict swaps traditional toast for a crisp potato pavé layered with BBQ pulled pork and saffron hollandaise.
  • Whole-Spice Chai & Specialty Coffee: Steaming pots of whole-spice Prana Chai and almond chai pair with dialed-in espresso coffee.
  • Creative Brunch Plates: Inventive kitchen builds feature generous crab chilli scramble and saffron hotcakes.
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Why Choose The Merchants Guild

Why locals and visitors make The Merchants Guild their destination brunch and coffee hub in Bentleigh East.

  • Crispy Potato Pavé Benedict

    The Eggs Benedict replaces standard muffins with a structured crispy potato pavé, topped with pulled pork and rich saffron hollandaise.

    crispy potato pavé = next level, no soggy muffins here

    Eggs Benny Edit

  • Inventive Restaurant-Calibre Dishes

    Inventive signature breakfast creations like crab chilli scramble with whole crab chunks deliver restaurant-caliber dining in a suburban cafe.

    Crab chilli scramble out of the world! With crab chunks.

    Ragni Rathakrishnan

  • Trusted Coeliac & Dietary Care

    Diners with coeliac disease and strict dietary requirements receive diligent ingredient verification and care from the team.

    As someone with coeliac, it can be hard to find cafes you fully trust but this place is always excellent.

    Talia Newfield

  • Artistic Presentation & Vibrant Plating

    Artistic plating and vibrant menu curation deliver an upscale dining feel for family celebrations and weekday mornings alike.

    Every dish of well curated local favorites is bursting with color and served with the most beautiful presentation

    Ashley Meissner

  • Pet-Friendly Group Gathering

    A welcoming suburban atmosphere and dedicated outdoor setup accommodate cycling groups and pets with water bowls.

    The outdoor seating is pet-friendly — they even brought out a water bowl for my friend and soulmate because he was thirsty.

    Shai Golden

  • Whole-Spice Prana Chai Program

    Spiced beverage programs feature whole-spice Prana Chai and specialty almond chai brewed to exacting standards.

    These guys also know how to make a perfect chai and I’d highly recommend ordering one with your meal.

    En Win

Inventive signature brunch plates that define The Merchants Guild experience

  • Eggs Benedict with Pulled Pork on Potato Pavé

    The combo of pulled pork with the fresh apple and pickled cabbage brought a nice balance to the richness—bold flavours, but it all came together beautifully in each bite

    Eggs Benny Edit

  • Saffron Hotcakes

    Had saffron hotcakes - trying it for the first time and it was amazing.

    Joseph Mathews

  • Warm Superfood Breakfast

    The Warm Super Food breakfast was delightful. Great presentation with exceptional taste.

    Dave Meissner

  • Crab Chilli Scramble

    Crab chilli scramble out of the world! With crab chunks.

    Ragni Rathakrishnan

Other favorites

Specialty chai beverages and savory daytime quick bites

  • Whole-Spice Prana Chai

    Pair this with the whole-spice Prana Chai and you are transported to the silk road.

    Ashley Meissner

  • Almond Chai

    The almond chai was rated excellent and its receiver is a very harsh judge for her chai!

    Peter Wood

  • Burrito Bowl

    I enjoyed my burrito bowl which arrived quickly and was full of fresh ingedients.

    En Win

  • Breakfast Wrap

    best coffee and breakfast wrap I've had in a very long time

    Damian Clueard

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful service touches and attention to detail at The Merchants Guild.

  • Proactive Ingredient Verification

    Staff actively double-check wrap ingredients to verify genuine chicken cuts for dietary reassurance even when customers insist it is unnecessary.

  • Dedicated Pet Hospitality

    Outdoor diners are welcomed with water bowls brought out proactively for accompanying pets.

  • Personalized Barista Recognition

    Baristas remember repeat customers by name along with their specific beverage orders and deliver tailored latte art.

  • Functional Cutlery Detail

    Tables are equipped with proper steak knives specifically capable of slicing cleanly through hearty brunch breads and meats.

Before you head over

Practical ordering, dietary, and seating tips grounded in customer experiences at The Merchants Guild.

  • Order the Signature Potato Pavé Benedict

    Instead of standard muffins, Eggs Benedict features a crispy potato pavé foundation paired with BBQ pulled pork and saffron hollandaise. Check for seasonal variations or egg substitutions like salmon if preferred.

  • Pair Meals with Whole-Spice Prana Chai

    For an authentic brew rather than standard syrup powders, choose the whole-spice Prana Chai or almond chai alongside your meal or morning coffee.

  • Outdoor Seating and Dietary Navigation

    Those dining with coeliac requirements or seeking dietary checks can rely on thorough staff ingredient verification, while pet owners can make use of outdoor dog-friendly seating with water bowls provided.

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