The Best New Cafes in Melbourne to Brunch at in 2025

Melbourne is the food capital of Australia – that’s news to no one. It feels as though every corner you turn, there’s a cafe or restaurant calling your name, tempting you inside, not to mention all of the new places to eat popping up across the city. It’s a hard game to try and save money when the best new cafes in Melbourne are oh so tempting! Don’t worry, we don’t blame you for ‘forgetting’ your work lunch.

Wanting to try somewhere new, and perhaps find a new go-to spot? Here are our favourite new cafes in Melbourne.

Best New Cafes in Melbourne 2025: January

Osoi

Osoi in Brunswick is where specialty coffee meets matcha in a space that feels like home. Warm, inviting, and packed with heart, this new cafe in Melbourne serves up a matcha affogato with Luther Scoop’s banoffee ice cream that’ll make you pause. Their matcha cloud is a close contender. Located within Nightingale Housing—a not-for-profit focused on sustainable living—Osoi’s got more than great drinks; it’s a spot with soul.

Unit 3/219 Albion Street, Brunswick 

Masses Bagels

After five years of planning, Masses Bagels is finally opening its first brick-and-mortar store! Known for serving some of the best bagels in town, this long-awaited venture is set to be a game-changer for bagel enthusiasts. Whether you’re craving a classic schmear or a loaded sandwich creation, Masses Bagels promises to deliver fresh, hand-rolled bagels that are perfectly chewy and undeniably delicious.

With a reputation for quality and a loyal fan base, this new cafe in Melbourne is guaranteed to be a go-to destination for locals and visitors alike.

5 Smith Street, Fitzroy

Toby’s Estate

Toby’s Estate has delivered its flagship cafe to Fitzroy, following a successful launch in Brisbane and Singapore. Known for their high-end coffees, single origins, and bold blends, they’re taking Melbourne’s coffee scene up a notch. Expect all the classics with an extensive frozen coffee menu.

With roots in Woolloomooloo, Toby’s continues to craft delicious brews and treat everyone from farmer to barista like family. If you’re serious about coffee, this one’s for you.

35 Rose Street, Fitzroy 

Little Molli

Little Molli, a late arrival to our brunch rotation since its 2024 debut, is a vibrant Abbotsford cafe that’s quickly made its mark. With a rustic, inviting vibe, it’s a go-to for relaxed weekend mornings. The menu blends global flavours with Aussie flair, offering inventive dishes like miso cream cheese sesame bagels, whipped ricotta, roasted strawberry and rhubarb tartines, and Nicoise salads. Their sandwiches—think stroganoff mushroom melts and smoked pork French dip—are balanced, hearty delights. Smoothies, cold-pressed juices, and house-made kombucha round out the health-conscious options, all without sacrificing flavour. It’s where nourishment meets indulgence.

66 Nicholson Street, Abbotsford

Hareruya Pantry

Hareruya Pantry, a beloved Japanese cafe in Carlton, has recently opened a second location in Melbourne’s CBD. This quirky, sun-soaked spot feels like a slice of Japan dropped right into the heart of the city. With its convenience store vibe and an unapologetically bold menu, it’s the kind of place that makes you rethink the art of eating on the go.

Here, Bento boxes meet mochi ice cream, a combination that’s as unexpected as it is perfect. The Melbourne masses (and plenty of tourists, too) line up for a taste of this iconic treat, alongside onigiri, sandos, and Japanese pastries. Yum!

15-17 Lincoln Square South, Carlton

27 Somerset Place, Melbourne 

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Alyssa Forato, Kelsey Harrington

29 January 2025