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Terror Twilight Collingwood, Victoria, Australia
Terror Twilight is a Collingwood café that blends music, culture, and creativity into a relaxed, stylish brunch experience. Known for its inventive menu, smooth specialty coffee, and laid-back aesthetic, this Johnston Street gem channels modern Melbourne energy with a slightly retro twist. With all-day brunch, natural wines, and low-key vinyl vibes, it’s a café that feels equal parts cool and comfortable—ideal for slow mornings or sunny afternoon hangs.
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Cibi Café Collingwood, Victoria, Australia japanese
CIBI Café brings the calm elegance of Japanese design and lifestyle to a light-filled Collingwood warehouse, offering wholesome food, thoughtful retail, and tranquil café vibes. Part eatery, part concept store, CIBI is a destination for nourishing breakfasts, handmade Japanese meals, and beautifully curated homewares—all wrapped in a space that radiates warmth, simplicity, and quiet creativity.
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Seven Seeds Carlton, Victoria, Australia international
Seven Seeds is a pioneer of Melbourne’s specialty coffee movement, blending cutting-edge roasting with a relaxed café vibe in a converted Carlton warehouse. Just minutes from the University of Melbourne, this iconic café delivers world-class coffee, inventive brunch fare, and a focus on transparency, sustainability, and quality from bean to cup—making it a must-visit destination for coffee lovers and brunch seekers alike.
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Rudimentary Footscray, Victoria, Australia Breakfast
Rudimentary offers a refreshing take on urban dining—blending architecture, sustainability, and bold brunch flavours in a one-of-a-kind café space built from repurposed shipping containers. Located on a quiet street in the heart of Footscray, this airy, green-filled eatery serves vibrant, modern Australian fare with Vietnamese influences, championing seasonal produce and mindful design in equal measure.
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ONA Coffee Brunswick, Victoria, Australia
ONA Coffee Brunswick delivers an elevated café experience with world-class brews, sustainable sourcing, and creative all-day dining in a stylish warehouse setting. As the Melbourne flagship of Canberra’s renowned specialty roaster, ONA combines precision coffee craftsmanship with warm hospitality—offering everything from experimental extractions to hearty brunch plates, all within a calm, modern space tucked away in Brunswick’s backstreets.
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Convoy Moonee Ponds, Victoria, Australia Modern Australian;café fare
Convoy brings elevated brunch and contemporary café dining to Moonee Ponds, combining clean design, refined dishes, and a community-focused vibe. From its striking interiors to its chef-driven seasonal menu, Convoy delivers a polished all-day experience without pretension—making it a destination-worthy café for locals and brunch lovers alike. Specialty coffee, creative plates, and warm service make every visit feel just right.
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Proud Mary Collingwood, Victoria, Australia Breakfast;Coffee Shop
Proud Mary is a pioneer of Melbourne’s specialty coffee and café culture, serving up expertly brewed coffee, wholesome brunch fare, and warm hospitality from its Collingwood flagship. Located on Oxford Street, this energetic café blends industrial-chic design with a genuine love for food and coffee—making it a beloved destination for locals, foodies, and visiting coffee aficionados alike.
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