Overview
Little Rogue is one of Melbourne’s quintessential laneway cafés—a compact, understated space hidden down Drewery Lane that offers some of the city’s best specialty coffee and baked goods. Since opening in 2015, it’s quietly become a cult favourite among city workers, coffee aficionados, and travellers in search of an authentic Melbourne café experience.
The focus here is squarely on quality. Espresso and filter brews are crafted with precision using seasonal beans from top Australian roasters, often rotated to showcase different profiles. Baristas are friendly, skilled, and happy to share tasting notes or recommendations. Coffee is available black, white, or with alternatives like oat and soy milk.
The food offering, though small, is always thoughtful. House-baked goods from its sister bakery Bakemono include Japanese-inspired treats like matcha croissants, yuzu tarts, miso cookies, and rotating seasonal pastries—perfect with your morning flat white or an afternoon cold brew. Everything is designed to be simple, elegant, and deeply satisfying.
Inside, the fit-out is pared-back and calming, with clean timber tones, soft lighting, and minimal seating that suits solo visitors or a quiet catch-up. It’s not the place for long brunches or big groups—but for excellent coffee in a quiet, refined setting, Little Rogue shines.
A hidden treasure just steps from Melbourne Central, Little Rogue is a reminder that the best café experiences are often the most quietly confident—and the most delicious.
Last update June 2025
