The Best Cafes in Camberwell for a Flat White With Flair

When it comes to the business of brunch, Camberwell holds its own within Melbourne’s tasty and eclectic cafe scene. This eastern suburb has an abundance of brunch spots to choose from. Plus, with the Camberwell market on every Sunday, heading to one of these cafes afterwards makes for the perfect post-shopping feed.

So, whether you’re in the neighbourhood or looking to sample your way around a new heavy-hitting brunch ‘burb, these are the cafes in Camberwell dishing up some of the best brunch fare in Melbourne.

Crimson Coffee

Crimson Coffee is one of Camberwell’s best newcomers, and it’s no mystery why. Sourcing green beans from around the globe, they pour with precision — each cup delivering warmth, depth and flavour in equal measure. The matcha is equally excellent, whisked to velvety perfection and served with quiet confidence.

Inside, the space hums with cherry tones and sleek minimalism, creating a calm retreat from the bustle outside. Grab a pastry, nab a window seat and settle in, or take your brew to go — either way, it’s a spot that leaves a lasting impression.

716 Burke Road, Camberwell

The Bakers Wife

Bold, breezy and impossible to miss, The Bakers Wife brings colour and character to Camberwell’s cafe scene — and the locals are here for it. Inside, it’s brick-lined mural walls, cabinet temptations and a kind of all-day energy that never flatlines. The menu plays it both ways: sure, there are brunch comforts, but also moments of surprise — tempura enoki on your eggs, and tiramisu croissants that should come with a warning. Coffee’s by Allpress, the crowd’s always lively, and the courtyard has main character energy on a sunny day.

414-418 Burke Road, Camberwell

Greenhart Camberwell

Greenhart is Camberwell’s leafy little secret — a day-to-night eatery that feels casual enough for a midweek lunch but sharp enough for wine-soaked dinners that roll into evening. The menu leans pan-Asian with plenty of modern flair: soft-shell crab sliders, prawn wontons in broth, sticky pork belly with chilli caramel, and green curry chicken are just a few of the highlights, designed to share and best paired with a glass from the tidy selection of Victorian wines and Japanese beers. With a pared-back, minimalist interior and leafy courtyard, it’s quietly confident — and already pulling a loyal local crowd.

1226 Toorak Road, Camberwell 

Rumour Has It

Since opening in 2021, Rumour Has It has quickly cemented itself as a Camberwell favourite — part modern brunch spot, part neighbourhood go-to. The kitchen shows real confidence, plating up elevated dishes with a clear love for seasonal produce. The Piña Colada French toast strikes the perfect balance between fresh and indulgent, while the confit salmon with soft egg, crispy hash, pickled fennel salad, chorizo crumb and whipped cod roe is a savoury standout. And if you’re chasing a sandwich, theirs means business. Stylish, welcoming and consistently delicious — it’s not just worth the visit, it’s worth making a habit.

2 Monteath Avenue, Hawthorn East

Legacy

There’s a lot to love about this friendly neighbourhood haunt, namely their array of dishes that light-up our social feeds. Packed with wholesome goodness, Legacy’s menu offers a variety of dishes, some that promote clean eating and others that are purely indulgent, be it a sushi bowl, bacon and waffle eggs benedict, delightful smoothies or even a breakfast bruschetta. It’s a brunch hotspot with interiors that are warm and inviting, making it one of the best cafes in Camberwell.

347 Camberwell Road, Camberwell

Collective Espresso and Kitchen

An established cafe that consistently delivers on the goods, Collective Espresso has long been a local go-to for a morning coffee fix. Pull up a seat inside their sleek interiors or at one of their streetside tables and order up a storm from a menu that’s overflowing with healthy goodness. Their corn fritters with prosciutto are a real crowd favourite, and for something more indulgent, you can’t look past their fried chicken and waffles. 

3 Cookson Street, Camberwell

Dish and Spoon

Dish and Spoon knows how to play to its strengths — and yours. Warm, polished service? Tick. Locally roasted beans? Of course. A kitchen that understands the art of comfort food with flair? Absolutely. From generous brunch plates to buttery house-baked sweets, every dish lands with colour, care and a little creative swing. The coffee is spot-on, poured by baristas who clearly know their craft. Add a neighbourhood buzz that hums from open till close, and you’ve got yourself a Camberwell cafe that’s earned its stripes — and then some.

122 Highfield Road, Camberwell 

Prospect Espresso

From its cosy corner perch in the thick of Camberwell’s bustling heart, Prospect Espresso draws a loyal crowd with good reason. Its moody interior hums with the clink of cutlery and the aroma of serious coffee — no weak pours here. The menu leans into creativity without losing comfort, with brunch staples bolstered by unexpected twists and photogenic flourishes. Think harissa scrambled eggs, citrus-bright salads, and the kind of French toast that warrants a table-wide pause. With sides dialled in and eggs always done right, this spot doesn’t just serve brunch — it knows exactly how to do it justice.

2A Prospect Hill Road, Camberwell

Miss Frank

Miss Frank’s pink neon sign is like a beacon to Melbourne’s coffee fiends. At first glance, the colourful dishes look too pretty to eat, but from the moment you sink your teeth into your meal, you know you’re in for a treat. Packed full of wholesome goodness, the menu is overflowing with nourishing salads, sandwiches, health bowls and burgers, and the coffee is always on point. Considered one of the best cafes in Camberwell, this is the perfect spot for a leisurely brunch.

200 Through Road, Camberwell

Seymour

Thirty Mill had Camberwell’s (now Malvern’s) brunch game on lock. Look, it’s a 6-minute drive from it’s old location, so we ain’t moving this beauty off the list. From wholesome bowls to stacked burgers and tacos, this cafe delivers the goods — with a loyal crowd to prove it. There’s a sunny buzz to the space, where locals greet staff like old friends and tiramisu French toast is practically a rite of passage. Add in cold-pressed juices, killer coffee and playful twists on the classics, and you’ve got a brunch spot worth getting out of bed for.

66 Milton Parade, Malvern

Haiku

Step inside Haiku and you’ll find Camberwell doing Japanese with confident swagger. From the garlic portobello jaffle (chipotle kewpie, parmesan, lotus root crisps — need we say more?) to the yuzu sencha bircher and karaage chicken burger, this all-day cafe knows how to make a menu sing. Come Thursday to Saturday night, it shapeshifts into a low-lit izakaya, slinging sake and okonomiyaki with equal flair. And right next door? Haiku Future — a hyper-aesthetic konbini store where onigiri, curated drinks and cult snacks reign supreme. It’s cool, it’s clever, and yes — the mushroom jaffle really does deserve its own fan club.

1161 Toorak Road, Camberwell 

Ivy Lane

Serving freshly roasted Inglewood coffee to the early morning Camberwell crowd, Ivy Lane is also a must for sitting down to enjoy some perfect brunch hits. Serving up a hearty dose of Australian flair, there are house-made buttermilk crumpets with the option of sweet or savoury; quince and pineapple jam with whipped ricotta or chunky avocado and Vegemite, with melted cheese; chai apple crumble pancakes, and Parmesan French toast with winter mushrooms, thyme cream, and toasted pine nuts. Yum!

1420 Toorak Road, Camberwell

Nigel

Come to Nigel’s for a great cup of coffee, jaffles, toasties and sandwiches. Jaffle-wise, the creamy tuna melt is an underrated gem, and the poached chicken sandwich is a winner too. The space is small, but with a clean and contemporary fit-out that still allows for the elegance of terrazzo tiles, timber furnishings and a deep green ceiling. Each morning the countertop cloche is packed with home-baked sweets, so it really is a go-to for on-the-go breakfast in Camberwell. 

Ground Floor, 691 Burke Road, Camberwell

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