The Best Cafes in Prahran for a Tasty Brunch

A lively neighbourhood that’s packed to the brim with buzzing cafes, Prahran is a hotspot for morning coffees and poached eggs on toast. Here you’ll find it all, from grungy warehouse fit-outs that spice things up with a touch of glamour, right through to industrial New York-inspired digs. The array of cafes peppered throughout Prahran will take your brunch game to a whole new level, trust us.

To help you along your brunch journey, we’ve rounded up the best cafes in Prahran for an essential coffee and breakfast stop.

Baker Bleu

Melbourne’s bakery scene has a quiet star in Baker Bleu’s Prahran outpost. Set in Hawksburn Village, this design-award-winning space elevates artisanal sourdough, croissants, and escargot pastries into edible art. Alongside baked treats, a curated selection of pantry gems — from anchovies to Tom Sarafian’s hummus — adds a playful twist. Open seven days a week, Baker Bleu transforms a morning coffee or casual stroll into a moment of discovery, where craftsmanship and creativity meet every bite.

Hawksburn Village, 42 Errol Street, Prahran

Carvery

Hawksburn’s newest addition feels like a warm hug from the past, with a roast in one hand and a buttered roll in the other. Carvery reimagines the classic 70s chicken shop with a modern touch: golden meats carved by weight, vibrant daily salads, soft rolls stacked with goodness, and a fridge of ready-made meals for when time’s tight. Shelves brim with throwback condiments and pantry gems, all curated with love. From handwritten menus to rotisserie glow, it’s old-school charm meets new-school quality.

A passion project from local legends Andrew Bayley and Michael Perri — and destined to become a village staple.

Hawksburn Village, 513 Malvern Road, Toorak

Full Steam

Full Steam Cafe in Prahran East Village blends style, flavour, and a dash of Melbourne energy into every breakfast and lunch service. Located on High Street, Windsor, it serves Middle Eastern–inspired dishes alongside modern Australian classics, with vegan and gluten-free options keeping every guest in mind. Light spills across indoor and alfresco seating, perfect for coffee with friends or a weekend brunch that stretches into the afternoon.

What to Eat: The chilli scramble — with crispy bacon, shallots, watercress, and manchego on seeded multigrain toast — is a go-to. Equally tempting are the fried chicken challah burger, vibrant acai bowl, and falafel and lamb pita pockets, overflowing with the likes of hummus, mint, pickled radish, Israeli salad, burnt butter sage labneh, green harissa, and a touch of pickled chilli for a punch of heat.

Prahran East Village, 408 High Street, Windsor 

Penance

Step into Penance and brunch becomes ritual. Behind velvet-green walls and oak detailing, Hellenic soul meets Baroque drama — every dish a little indulgent ceremony. Ricotta pancakes, crab benedict, and the iconic “Tom Cruise Cake” — a white chocolate coconut bundt — tempt the senses, while coffee and cocktails are crafted with the same reverence. Open mornings to early afternoons, this is a space where decadence feels effortless, design dazzles, and every bite is an unapologetic delight.

Sitchu Tip: Get the baklava porridge for a comfortingly sweet start to the day.

3a Carlton Street, Prahran

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Del Alma

Del Alma radiates Colombian warmth in the heart of Prahran. Every dish bursts with bold, comforting flavours — empanadas and cheesy arepas with chorizo, eggs ranchero, a giant Colombian pork schnitzel — each bite a little celebration. Don’t miss the hot chocolate with cheese or the tamales, perfect for sharing. Welcoming, spirited, and alive with energy, Del Alma transforms a simple brunch into an unforgettable moment.

107 Greville Street, Prahran

OPPEN

ÖPPEN, in neighbouring Windsor, brings Scandinavian calm and craftsmanship to Melbourne’s cafe scene. Hidden in a quiet backstreet, this husband–and–wife–run cafe blends clean Nordic design with warm, approachable flavours. All-day brunch dishes like the chilli scramble with candied bacon and the Green Brekkie with silverbeet and marinated feta feel fresh, considered, and generous. Traditional smørrebrød and gourmet toasties add texture and whimsy, while evenings transform the space into a curated wine bar with one of the city’s best dining deals.

20/2 Maddock Street, Windsor

Yuca

Yuca in neighbouring Toorak Village is a sunlit escape for anyone serious about brunch. Modern, airy and inviting, it serves plates that demand attention: folded-egg rolls with smoky bacon or golden haloumi, hash browns, chipotle aioli and brioche, mushroom melt toasties bubbling with caramelised onions and mozzarella, and fish burgers layered with chilli sambal and herbed mayo. The Marshmallow Latte is a showstopper you’ll want to linger over. With early hours, outdoor seating and thoughtful touches for families, Yuca balances style and substance — every visit leaves you craving the next, long before the last bite.

1A Grange Road, Toorak

Le Petit Marché by Entrecôte

Le Petit Marché by Entrecôte is one of the best cafes in Prahran — and for good reason. This Parisian-style spot first went viral for its indulgent hot chocolates, the kind that whisk you straight to sweet-tooth heaven. We’re talking rich, thick, velvety chocolate crowned with as much light whipped cream as you please (because truly, there’s no such thing as too much). Paired with a flaky, buttery croissant? Pure bliss.

But that’s not the only star here. Their steak and frites baguette with herb butter sauce — an on-the-go nod to Entrecôte’s famed steak frites—also had its viral moment, and to this day still lives up to the hype.

146 Greville Street, Prahran

Oscar Cooper

With a brunch menu that overdelivers, a bottomless option that’s the stuff of legend, and prime people-watching in Prahran, Oscar Cooper has earned its status as one of the southside’s weekend favourites. Swing by for a quick caffeine hit or settle in as breakfast lazily blends into lunch, then into cocktail hour.

First time here? Start with a jaffle — chicken, chive and Gruyère is the crowd-pleaser. From there, dive into crispy fried chicken burgers, carrot, haloumi and herb fritters or a loaded breakfast burrito. Pair it all with bottomless margaritas and you’ll soon see why Oscar Cooper is considered one of the best cafes in Prahran.

160 Greville Street, Prahran

Hobba

We love the warm, industrial fit-out of Hobba, one of Prahran’s go-to cafes for inventive breakfast and lunch dishes, cosy vibes and coveted sidewalk seating. Airy and brick-lined, linger here over generous plates designed to satisfy a whole crew of hungry friends.

Kick things off with a drink — options range from mango smoothies and iced chai lattes to house-blend coffee by 5 Senses, with the added thrill of an espresso martini if the mood strikes. On the menu, poke bowls and pork belly Benedict are just a taste of what’s in store.

Sitchu Tip: Hobba opens early — 6:00am Monday to Saturday, and 6:30am on Sundays — making it a favourite for locals chasing a head start.

428 Malvern Road, Prahran 

Morning Market 

Morning Market first cast its golden glow on Gertrude Street before bringing the same easy charm to Prahran, where locals now flock for food that’s fresh, thoughtful and grounded in the best local produce. It’s a cafe with a cult following — for good reason. Shelves brim with sandwiches, seasonal salads and still-warm baked goods, while whole cakes (yes, you can pre-order) make entertaining dangerously easy.

The menu is full of quiet triumphs: a classic chicken sandwich that packs a nostalgic punch, almond croissants with just the right swagger, and a Basque cheesecake that’s pure seduction. In the cooler months, the daily soup specials are less an option, more a ritual.

Sitchu Tip: If you’re looking to upgrade your weekend brunch-at-home game, Morning Market is your go-to for fresh eggs, flowers, and artisanal provisions that’ll take your home-cooked meals to the next level.

579 High Street, Prahran

Journeyman

This contemporary cafe in Prahran hums with energy, its industrial fit-out of exposed rafter beams setting the scene for expertly crafted coffee and inventive brunch fare. Duke’s beans fuel Journeyman, their rich aroma spilling out to lure you inside. On the menu, chorizo baked eggs with green olive ragu, chilli scrambled eggs, Belgian waffles with blueberry compote, candied bacon and avocado toast, and Persian feta and potato croquettes with poached eggs, corn salsa, crispy kale, and chermoula make choosing just one dish a challenge.

169 Chapel Street, Windsor

Crooked Letters

With bagels reigning supreme as Melbourne’s breakfast bite of choice, this pretty and pink Prahran cafe has earned a name for serving some of the city’s best. At Crooked Letters, the flavour-packed fillings cover every craving—stuffed or schmeared. For the purists, there are sweet and savoury spreads like blueberry with orange zest, PB&J, and caper with dill. For heartier appetites, all the brunch classics appear in bagel form: Benedict, haloumi, and a loaded BLAT that’s as indulgent as it is satisfying.

293 High Street, Prahran

Fourth Chapter

Fourth Chapter on High Street is brunch with swagger — the kind that shaped Melbourne’s cafe reputation. Sunlight pours over whitewashed walls and leafy corners, setting the stage for a menu that’s both playful and polished. Sweet potato and ricotta waffles flirt with Southern fried chicken baos, cacao pops bring dessert energy to the morning, and raspberry coconut pancakes land with dazzling colour. Add specialty lattes, friendly staff, and a breezy courtyard, and you’ve got Prahran’s brunch scene distilled to its original, effortless cool.

385 High Street, Prahran 

Middletown

Middletown elevates Prahran’s cafe scene to something decidedly regal. Inspired by the poise of the Duchess of Cambridge, the interiors shimmer with champagne-hued banquettes and royal blue panelling, down to the coffee machine that blends seamlessly into the luxe surroundings. The all-day menu covers every brunch favourite, crafted from fresh, seasonal produce, while the sweeter side tempts with tiramisu pancakes or matcha French toast — indulgences that feel perfectly decadent without the slightest trace of fuss.

229 High Street, Prahran

Tall Timber Eatery

Tall Timber is a sunlit, rustic cafe where herbs spill from pots and the courtyard invites you to linger. The menu is simple, wholesome, and done beautifully: think smashed avo — or pumpkin — on toast, eggs your way, and warm spiced beef salad. Coffee lovers are well catered for too, with Niccolo Coffee powering the whites and a rotating selection of guest roasters keeping the blacks interesting. A relaxed spot to savour brunch, caffeine, and good vibes.

60 Commercial Road, Prahran

There’s no denying when it comes to coffee and brunch that the best cafes in Prahran have got it covered. So we’ve rounded up the best of the bunch. But we’ve only just scratched at the surface of what this inner-city hot spot delivers. So, why not take a look at some of our other city guides, such as these must-book CBD restaurants, or best places for happy hour?