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The Penny Drop

913 Whitehorse Rd, Box Hill VIC 3128, Australia

Recommended by 46 people

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913 Whitehorse Rd, Box Hill VIC 3128, Australia

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+61 3 9077 7455
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: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Penny Drop

Box Hill espresso devotees head to this Whitehorse Road staple for serious coffee and inventive Asian-inflected brunch away from the street chaos. Rich shots cut smoothly through silky steamed almond milk, while baristas turn around morning takeaway orders in thirty seconds flat. Inside, natural light floods a spacious, high-ceilinged room right beside the local church. The kitchen leans creative—turning out yellow curry soft shell crab benedict, chilli scrambled eggs, and pork bao alongside comforting bowls of sticky loose-leaf chai.

  • High-Speed Specialty Coffee: Baristas turn out rich espresso with silky almond milk and aromatic loose-leaf chai, moving through morning takeaway queues in thirty seconds.
  • Inventive Asian-Fusion Plates: The kitchen balances cafe classics with Asian-fusion plates like yellow curry soft shell crab benedict, pork bao, and miso mushrooms.
  • Bright & Roomy Refuge: Spacious, sunlit dining hall next to the local church offers an airy escape with accommodating service and accessible seating.
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Why Choose The Penny Drop

Discover why locals rely on The Penny Drop for inventive brunch and rapid coffee in Box Hill.

  • Inventive Asian-Fusion Brunch Menu

    Creative brunch items bridge modern cafe staples with vibrant Asian flavors, offering dishes like yellow curry soft shell crab benedict and pork bao.

    A sort of fusion between asian food and cafe culture. Had the pork bao and the yellow curry soft shell crab with eggs benedict

    Beor Ong

  • Thoughtful Options for the Whole Family

    With specialized kids selections and tailored vegetarian options, groups and families can dine together with dishes to suit everyone.

    Came with my wife and child and we loved it! They have kids menu, my son loved the pancakes.

    Michael Chang

  • Lightning-Fast Takeaway Coffee

    Morning commuter orders are prepared with remarkable speed so you can grab specialty coffee without missing a beat.

    every time I come here for a takeaway coffee, it’s always ready in thirty seconds! The barista moves at the speed of light!

    E. M

  • Consistently Crafted Specialty Brews

    Baristas craft high-calibre espresso drinks with smooth textures and well-balanced flavor profiles.

    rich espresso with perfect crema, perfectly steamed almond milk that’s silky and nutty, not watery. Balanced, delicious, and full of flavour.

    TCM

  • Airy, Light-Filled Sanctuary

    A calm, light-filled layout offers a peaceful retreat right off Whitehorse Road to unwind or catch up over a meal.

    Awesome place away from hustle and busle of Box Hill. Very airy and plenty of light type place.

    Lili Maginness

  • Spacious and Accessible Dining Area

    Generous room between tables and attentive setup ensure everyone, including guests with mobility aids, feels seamlessly accommodated.

    The dining area was spacious and lovely and cool on a hot day.

    Laura Yodgee

Inventive Asian-fusion brunch dishes and expertly poured signature coffee

  • Salmon Poke Bowl

    I ordered a grilled salmon poke bowl which was absolutely delicious. I’ve never been too much of a fan of poke bowls, but this place really knows how to make them.

    Kathleen D

  • Brisket Benedict

    The Brisket Benedict was perfect flavored with great size, and right amount of sauce.

    Tina Chiu

  • Almond Flat White

    Penny Drop Cafe nailed it — rich espresso with perfect crema, perfectly steamed almond milk that’s silky and nutty, not watery.

    TCM

  • Pork Bao

    Had the pork bao and the yellow curry soft shell crab with eggs benedict while the girlfriend had the truffle omlette. Both were amazing

    Beor Ong

Other favorites

Sweet treats, refreshing specialty drinks, and baked counter snacks

  • French Toast

    We ended off with a wonderful French toast!

    Michael Chang

  • Sticky Chai

    Sticky chai AMAZING!

    Toni Wynne

  • Dragonfruit Refresher

    The dragonfruit refresher was magical as the natural colour of the fruit changed the the drink over time. The citrus soda water flavour was great.

    Aya Jackson

  • Muesli Slice

    I then ordered a muesli slice to dine it

    Liese

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and personalized details observed at The Penny Drop

  • Pre-arranged wheelchair table setup

    Upon noting a wheelchair request during booking, staff proactively removed a chair ahead of arrival so the guest could pull straight up to the table without delay.

  • Proactive vegetarian ingredient substitutions

    When a guest asked to drop salmon from a poke bowl due to vegetarian preferences, the team proactively offered and cooked warm eggplant and zucchini substitutions instead.

  • Hands-on owner welcome

    The floor manager and owner greet every guest who walks in with genuine warmth, setting a personal tone in what can otherwise be a busy dining hub.

  • Sub-minute takeaway turnaround

    Commuters and regulars running on tight morning schedules receive freshly made takeaway coffees in as little as thirty seconds flat.

Before you head over

Practical advice on parking, quick coffee stops, and accessibility for your visit

  • Plan for Paid Parking

    Paid parking is required in the surrounding area, so plan ahead or make use of nearby public transit links near Box Hill Central.

  • Opt for Takeaway Coffee on the Run

    Takeaway coffee moves exceptionally fast, making it ideal if you need an espresso order ready in seconds on your morning commute.

  • Book Ahead for Wheelchair Access

    If dining with a wheelchair or specific mobility needs, book in advance so staff can arrange table seating and remove chairs ahead of time.

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