Overview
Seven Seeds is one of Melbourne’s most influential coffee destinations, founded by specialty coffee pioneers Mark Dundon and Bridget Amor in 2009. Located in a light-filled warehouse near the University of Melbourne, the café set a new standard for transparency, sourcing ethics, and brew quality—becoming a blueprint for cafés across the country.
Inside, the space is stripped back but inviting, with high ceilings, polished concrete, communal seating, and soft industrial charm. It hums with quiet energy—attracting students, academics, coffee professionals, and city café-goers with a shared love for good coffee.
Seven Seeds roasts its beans in-house, supplying cafés around Australia and offering a rotating selection of single-origin espresso, batch brew, pour-over, and cold brew options. Staff are knowledgeable and happy to guide guests through the ever-changing offering.
The food menu is modern and produce-driven, with dishes like mushroom toast with truffle ricotta, brisket hash, seasonal salads, and elevated classics like avocado toast or bircher muesli. The kitchen strikes a nice balance between hearty and health-conscious, and caters well to vegetarians and gluten-free diets.
Whether you’re staying for brunch or popping in for a takeaway flat white, Seven Seeds pairs technical coffee excellence with warm, efficient service and a laid-back Carlton charm. It remains a flagship of Melbourne café culture—innovative, consistent, and grounded in quality.
Last update July 2025
