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Tick Tok

181 Nelson Pl, Williamstown VIC 3016, Australia

Recommended by 13 people

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181 Nelson Pl, Williamstown VIC 3016, Australia

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+61 3 9397 5152
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Tick Tok

Perched opposite the foreshore park along Nelson Place, this lively Williamstown cafe delivers hearty brunch staples and dedicated gluten-free options with remarkable speed. Grab a table out front to watch the pier promenade or slip down the rear laneway into the sheltered, leafy courtyard. Regulars lean toward the prawn chili scrambled eggs and crispy chicken waffles, while coeliac diners order with genuine peace of mind across an accommodating menu. Seasonal decor shifts keep the sunlit dining room feeling fresh, right down to warm muffins and towering soufflé pancakes.

  • Comprehensive Gluten-Free Safety: Nearly the entire breakfast and lunch menu adapts safely for coeliac diners, including dedicated kids' selections.
  • Multi-Zone Courtyard Seating: Choose between sunny parkfront street tables, cozy indoor seating, or a sheltered rear leafy laneway courtyard.
  • Bustling Waterfront Brunch: Generous morning plates emerge briskly even during peak weekend rush hours opposite the Williamstown waterfront.
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Why Choose Tick Tok

Discover why brunchgoers, coeliac diners, and waterfront visitors choose Tick Tok in Williamstown.

  • Prompt, Generous Weekend Brunch

    Tick Tok delivers full, flavorful brunch dishes and specialty pancakes with prompt service even during peak weekend rushes.

    Food comes out pretty quick even when they’re relatively full.

    Helen Marx

  • Comprehensive Coeliac-Safe Menu

    Coeliac diners can choose freely across breakfast, lunch, and kids' options without stress or sacrifice on taste.

    Almost everything has a gluten-free option, which made ordering stress-free.

    Fiona Vella

  • Multi-Zone Courtyard and Laneway Spaces

    Diners can choose between street-facing park vistas, comfortable indoor lounge seating, or a sheltered rear laneway.

    It's has outdoor seating overlooking the park and street, indoor seating and cosy laneway seating at the back, which is a mix of covered and uncovered.

    SL M

  • Seasonally Transforming Decor

    The cafe’s vibrant aesthetic changes throughout the year, pairing fresh seasonal decorations with sweet and savory fare.

    Their beautiful, ever-changing decorations bring such a special charm that keeps you coming back just to see what they’ll do next.

    Gisa

  • Prime Nelson Place Waterfront Location

    Located right along Nelson Place across from the waterfront park and pier, it serves as an effortless refreshment stop.

    Nestled within the williamstown restaurant strip , great for walks or a stroll on the pier.

    Alexandra

  • Effortless Foreshore Park Access

    Convenient street parking across from the park makes arrival straightforward for morning walks and gatherings.

    Nice spot across from the park with plenty of street parking.

    Dan Wellington

Customer favourites and signature dishes from our weekend brunch menu

  • Chicken & Waffle Stack

    the chicken & waffle stack was absolutely chef’s kiss — crispy, juicy, perfectly balanced sweet and savoury flavours.

    Jane'H

  • TickTok Big Breakfast

    The portions are quite generous, and you should definitely try the pea and zucchini fritters, as well as the TickTok Big Breakfast!

    TRENDFOOD HK

  • Sweet Potato Pancakes

    The food was superb, sweet potatoe pancakes with vege, bacon, poached eggs and avocado.

    SL M

  • Japanese Soufflé Pancakes

    the Japanese Soufflé Pancakes were divine!

    Julia Guan

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details and attentive touches that elevate your visit

  • Postcard Stories and Owner Hospitality

    The owner personally shares stories about the shop's history and displays postcards sent from all over the world by former staff, adding a distinctive personal connection.

  • Bespoke Celebration Table Decor

    Tables are decorated specially by the team to host private family celebrations, such as post-wedding brunches.

  • Extensive Coeliac-Safe Accommodations

    Nearly every dish across the breakfast, lunch, and children's menus offers dedicated gluten-free options, delivering a truly coeliac-safe dining experience.

  • Seasonal Decor Transformations

    The venue transforms its interior and exterior ambiance with ever-changing decorative themes to celebrate each season.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there gluten-free and coeliac-safe menu options?

Tick Tok offers extensive coeliac-friendly and gluten-free choices across nearly the entire menu, including kids' meals and dedicated options without sacrificing portion sizes.

What are the portion sizes like?

Portion sizes are notably generous, with hearty servings across popular plates like the Big Breakfast, sweet potato pancakes, and savoury fritters.

What outdoor and courtyard seating is available?

You can choose from front outdoor tables facing the park and street, indoor dining including comfortable lounge seats, and a sheltered leafy courtyard laneway tucked in the back.

Can you make a reservation for groups?

Tables can be booked in advance, and the staff are happy to accommodate group reservations and assist with seating adjustments if needed.

Where can I park when visiting?

Street parking is available along the street opposite the park right near the cafe, and Williamstown train station is about a 10-minute walk away.

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