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Tin Roof Ballarat

302 Macarthur St, Soldiers Hill VIC 3350, Australia

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302 Macarthur St, Soldiers Hill VIC 3350, Australia

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+61 3 5333 1621
HoursMonday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 7:30 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 Tin Roof Ballarat

Housed in a heritage building with stained glass, Tin Roof brings Melbourne-grade cafe ambition to Soldiers Hill. Regulars bypass standard bacon-and-eggs for laksa scrambled eggs, hot chicken bao with fresh chili, and smashed avo dusted with shichimi togarashi and wasabi. The kitchen plates generous brunch staples fast—think crisp French toast stacked on fried brioche alongside house-made Reuben sandwiches. Outside tables stay warm under heaters on crisp regional mornings while the barista pulls smooth Code Black espresso.

  • Inventive Asian-Influenced Brunch: Serves laksa scrambled eggs, fried chicken bao, spiced wonton bowls, and smashed avo with wasabi dust and shichimi togarashi.
  • Heritage Setting & Heated Outdoor Dining: Set in a historic building featuring stained glass windows alongside heated, covered outdoor seating.
  • Specialty Coffee & Generous Classics: Pours reliable Melbourne-style Code Black espresso and cold brews alongside prompt morning service.
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Why Diners Choose Tin Roof Ballarat

From inventive morning twists in a heritage setting to generous road-trip breakfasts, see why guests choose Tin Roof Ballarat.

  • Generous, Hearty Breakfast Plates

    Patrons enjoy hearty breakfast staples like the Tin Roof Big Breakfast and generous scrambled eggs on toast delivered with prompt, welcoming service.

    I had the Tin Roof Big Breakfast, which was fresh, generous, and really enjoyable.

    Adrian Bell

  • Accessible City-Style Cafe Quality

    The menu delivers city-standard quality and diverse cafe options without the inflated prices typical of urban centers.

    Their menu is to the point but has enough range for everyone looking for that city cafe experience but without the steep pricing.

    Krystle Giles

  • Inventive Asian Fusion Brunch Twists

    Morning cafe staples receive thoughtful Asian culinary twists, from laksa scrambled eggs and wonton bowls to bao buns and Reuben toasties.

    Had the laksa scrambled eggs & a Reuben toastie. Couldn’t fault either.

    B C

  • Flavor-Forward Morning Signatures

    The kitchen elevates traditional dishes with intricate seasoning, pairing whipped ricotta and edamame with wasabi dust and shichimi togarashi on sourdough.

    Whipped ricotta, edamame, wasabi dust, pickled onion, cherry tomato & shichimi togarashi seasoning. So much thought and made by people who know flavour.

    Franc de Petro

  • Heritage Architecture & Warm Shelter

    Set in a heritage building with stained glass windows, the venue offers distinctive architectural character alongside heated undercover outdoor seating.

    This wonderful heritage building with stained glass windows offers plenty of local charm.

    Leanne White

  • Convenient Regional Road Trip Stop

    Strategically situated for travellers crossing regional Victoria, it serves fast, high-calibre coffee and reliable meals on long highway drives.

    Stopped in here when driving through Ballarat. Lovely service straight away and great coffee

    Em F

Signature brunch staples and creative morning twists loved by visitors

  • Smashed Avo

    One of the best smashed avos going around, beautiful presentation & flavours that work.

    Franc de Petro

  • Reuben Toastie

    We ordered their Reuben Toastie which was extremely filling and very flavourful.

    Gayatri Gade

  • French Toast

    However their French Toast was the true star! The fried brioche was SUPER crispy, layered with nuts and was served with a scoop of ice-cream.

    Gayatri Gade

  • Laksa Scrambled Eggs

    Best brunch we’ve had in a long while. Had the laksa scrambled eggs & a Reuben toastie. Couldn’t fault either.

    B C

Before you head over

Practical tips for timing your visit and making the most of your brunch at Tin Roof Ballarat

  • Beat peak morning crowds

    Because the indoor dining space is intimate and fills quickly with locals and weekend visitors, plan to arrive earlier in the morning or seek a spot under the sheltered outdoor area during peak brunch hours.

  • Opt for heated outdoor seating

    Take advantage of the covered outdoor seating fitted with heaters, which keeps you comfortable and dry even on cold, wet Victorian mornings or when dining outside with your dog.

  • Explore varied dietary twists

    If you have specific preferences or sensitive dietary habits, look across the menu for vegetarian-friendly options like the spinach and feta pizza alongside creative Asian-influenced plates like laksa scrambled eggs.

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