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Viet Rose Cafe

330 Brunswick St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

Recommended by 47 people

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330 Brunswick St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

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+61 3 9939 3726
HoursMonday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Viet Rose Cafe

On Brunswick Street, Viet Rose Cafe delivers crackling-crusted bánh mì packed to the brim without making a dent in your wallet. The baguettes arrive warm from the counter, crunching loud before yielding to an airy crumb. Locals line up for the roast pork—chopped into bite-sized morsels so every mouthful catches savory jus and shards of crackling. Plant-based diners have equal claim to the counter, leaning into the fragrant lemongrass tofu and mock meats lashed with vegan mayo and fresh coriander. It runs fast, friendly, and unpretentious, best rounded out with an iced Vietnamese coffee.

  • Crispy Roast Pork Bánh Mì: Warm, shatteringly crisp rolls layered with bite-sized roast pork, seasoned jus, and crunchy crackling throughout.
  • Plant-Based Variety: Dedicated plant-based options including fragrant lemongrass tofu and mock meats paired with vegan mayonnaise.
  • Swift Everyday Value: Rapid counter service on Brunswick Street dishing out generous lunch rolls alongside iced Vietnamese coffee.
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Why Choose Viet Rose Cafe

Why Fitzroy locals choose Viet Rose Cafe for fresh bánh mì and quick plant-based lunches

  • Crispy Fresh Baguettes

    The baguette delivers an ideal texture contrast with freshly baked crust and generous fillings.

    The bread was perfectly crispy on the outside and soft inside, just how a great banh mi should be.

    Windy Lam

  • Bite-Sized Pork with Crackling

    Roast pork is diced into bite-sized portions with crispy crackle and seasoned sauces distributed across every bite.

    The pork with crackle was cut into small enough pieces that were bite sized (you didn’t have to stuff your mouth or drop any trying to take a bite) with crackling sprinkled throughout.

    Harriet Armfield

  • Genuine Warmth and Care

    The shop provides a welcoming atmosphere where staff prepare each roll with attentive warmth.

    Kind hearted owners/staff that were so pleasant to deal with, blanketing the small shop with feelings of warmth.

    James Karanikos

  • Assembled with Pride

    Customers appreciate the attentive care and thoughtful assembly that goes into every order.

    They fill the Bahn mi with care and love!

    Janine Hemmer

  • Speedy Brunswick Street Takeaway

    Brunswick Street visitors can grab a freshly assembled roll and coffee rapidly when dining on the run.

    Staff were super friendly — they handed me my food faster than I could say “I’m starving.”

    Minh Tran

  • Budget-Friendly Plant-Based Choices

    A dedicated range of vegan combinations and plant-based condiments accommodates dietary preferences at a modest price.

    Only $10 with a range of vegan mock meat options. It’s quick, cheap and totally delicious.

    Michelle Lam

Signature crusty baguettes packed with authentic Vietnamese flavors and house fillings

  • Roast Pork Banh Mi

    roast pork with crackling

    Francesco Becker-Schiavo

  • Lemongrass Tofu Roll

    Tried the Lemongrass Tofu Roll and was seriously impressed. The tofu was well-seasoned with a fragrant lemongrass flavor, paired perfectly with fresh herbs, pickled vegetables, and a crispy roll.

    Lavish Arora

  • Mock Meat Banh Mi

    They were running low on mock meat, so they made a mix of mock meat and lemongrass tofu – highly recommend this combination!

    Lets Go Vegan Australia

  • Roasted Chicken Banh Mi

    We had the crackling pork & roasted chicken and both were delicious with plenty of salads.

    W W

Before you head over

Helpful tips for ordering, queues, and dietary choices at Viet Rose Cafe

  • Beat the Lunch Queue

    Queueing is common during lunch rushes and mid-afternoon hours, and popular items can sell out before the day ends, so arrive early for your pick of fillings.

  • Plant-Based Ordering Options

    Vegetarians and vegans can order lemongrass tofu or mock meats, ask to combine both, and request vegan mayo for a fully plant-based roll.

  • Takeaway Dining

    Indoor seating is limited, so plan on grabbing your roll and iced coffee for takeaway or enjoying it on Brunswick Street.

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