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Rowena Corner Store

Rowena Corner Store Rowena Corner Store is a cafe, breakfast and brunch restaurant located in the heart of Richmond. Established in 1956, it brings a touch of Mediterranean cuisine to the city with its great food, coffee, milkshakes and more. This corner store and milk bar serve up some delicious dishes along with a dash of soul that's unique to the place. If you're looking for an authentic dining experience tucked away from the hustle-bustle of city life, you must visit Rowena Corner Store on Rowena Parade in Richmond.
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03/06/2026

Who are you booking a therapy date with this week?

29/05/2026

Winter Menu is out now, here is what’s new:

Winter Porridge | seed & nut porridge, poached turmeric pear, vanilla blueberry compote, orange pistachio labneh, pomegranate

Wild Mushroom Rosti | crispy potato & onion rosti, sautéed wild mushrooms, poached egg, mushroom & garlic puree, crispy shallots, herb salad

Blueberry Cheesecake French Toast | vanilla custard brioche, blueberry compote, fresh berries, cheesecake gelato, spiced cinnamon crumble

Winter Hummus Bowl | housemade hummus, green falafel, roast vegetables, lentils, goats cheese, pickled golden beets, crispy kale, warm pita

Vegetable Lasagne | roast pumpkin, zucchini, ricotta, red pesto, pear & rocket salad, toasted hazelnuts

Spiced Chicken Salad | turmeric cauliflower, crispy potatoes, pickled onions, marinated chicken skewers, labneh, smoked almonds, za’taar

Anything calling your name?

27/05/2026

Wednesday plans sorted.

Are you or someone you know looking for some work? We’d love to chat!Email resume to mail@rowenacornerstore.com
12/05/2026

Are you or someone you know looking for some work? We’d love to chat!

Email resume to [email protected]

06/05/2026

A little something from all parts of the world.

Loading the new Winter menu….not long now, just finishing off testing some dishes and making them perfect.Is there somet...
01/05/2026

Loading the new Winter menu….not long now, just finishing off testing some dishes and making them perfect.

Is there something you would want to see back on the menu?

Saturday 25th April - open 8am til 2pm (kitchen closes at 1.30pm).Sunday operating as normal.
24/04/2026

Saturday 25th April - open 8am til 2pm (kitchen closes at 1.30pm).

Sunday operating as normal.

It’s giving Summer…for the moment ☀️
05/03/2026

It’s giving Summer…for the moment ☀️

Heading to the tennis? 🎾 We’ve got you sorted for your day out. Swing past on your way in for a Mediterranean style brea...
16/01/2026

Heading to the tennis? 🎾
We’ve got you sorted for your day out. Swing past on your way in for a Mediterranean style breakfast, delicious coffee or grab some snacks for later.
Only a 10 minute walk to the grounds!

Thank you for a wonderful year. We will see you in 2026!
25/12/2025

Thank you for a wonderful year. We will see you in 2026!

Christmas gifting made easy. Our gift vouchers are the kind everyone actually loves!Available in store and online 🎄
16/12/2025

Christmas gifting made easy. Our gift vouchers are the kind everyone actually loves!
Available in store and online 🎄

Chef’s Special until sold out.Lamb Shoulder Salad - slow cooked lamb shoulder on a rice, currant & chickpea salad, with ...
03/10/2025

Chef’s Special until sold out.

Lamb Shoulder Salad - slow cooked lamb shoulder on a rice, currant & chickpea salad, with cucumber, carrots, crispy shallots and house made tzatziki. Served with warm pita bread.

She’s back baby! The much loved Meatball Sub is on for the long weekend - until stocks last.
25/09/2025

She’s back baby!

The much loved Meatball Sub is on for the long weekend - until stocks last.

Grand Final Long Weekend 🏆We’ll be keeping you fuelled before the big game (and after) with slightly different hours and...
23/09/2025

Grand Final Long Weekend 🏆

We’ll be keeping you fuelled before the big game (and after) with slightly different hours and a few tasty menu tweaks this weekend.

Friday 26th 8am–1.30pm (kitchen till 1pm)
Saturday 27th 8am–1.30pm (kitchen till 1pm)
Sunday 28th 8am–3pm

We’ve made a few changes to the menu to keep up with a hungry footy crowd… and yes, our much loved Meatball Sub will be making a comeback (until it sells out).

Pop in for your coffee, breakfast or a pre-game bite.
Walk-ins only.

Mamma has been busy making her famous Melomakarona. These classic Greek biscuits are covered in a delicious honey and or...
29/07/2025

Mamma has been busy making her famous Melomakarona. These classic Greek biscuits are covered in a delicious honey and orange syrup and go so well with an afternoon coffee.

Perfection from Theofani, yet again!

Need a reason to get out of bed on a frosty morning like this? Maybe our Bacon Benedict might just be the thing…
20/06/2025

Need a reason to get out of bed on a frosty morning like this? Maybe our Bacon Benedict might just be the thing…

Come work with us ☺️
27/05/2025

Come work with us ☺️

With the weather cooling down, lunchtime calls for something hearty and warming.On our new Winter menu we have added jus...
14/05/2025

With the weather cooling down, lunchtime calls for something hearty and warming.

On our new Winter menu we have added just the thing.

Kefta Tagine - Greek meatballs (beef & pork) in a rich, spiced chickpea and pumpkin sauce served with dollops of house made labneh, pomegranate seeds and warm, garlic crostini bread to mop it all up with.

Served from 11am daily.

Our new Winter Menu is out today.Here’s what’s new:Porridge | seed & nut porridge with turmeric poached pear, orange & h...
09/05/2025

Our new Winter Menu is out today.

Here’s what’s new:
Porridge | seed & nut porridge with turmeric poached pear, orange & honey labneh, fresh raspberries, blueberry compote and pistachios
Wild Mushroom Rosti | sauteed wild mushrooms on a potato rosti with a mushroom & garlic puree, sauteed spinach, meredith goats cheese, a poached egg, crispy shallots & herb salad
Pumpkin Hummus Bowl | housemade hummus and green falafel, roast pumpkin and vegetables, lentils, goats cheese, crispy pumpkin & warm pita bread
Kefta Tagine | greek meatballs in a tomato, chickpea & pumpkin tagine with dollops of labneh, pomegranate seeds & garlic crostini bread
Grilled Chicken Meze Plate | grilled chicken skewers served w greek salad, warm herbed cous cous w pomegranates, labneh & warm pita bread

Which one would you like to try?

Address

44 Rowena Parade
Richmond, VIC
3121

To reach the cafe and breakfast & brunch restaurant at Rowena Parade in Melbourne, you can take public transport by boarding the 86 tram towards Bundoora RMIT or Docklands and getting off at stop no. 23 on Queens Parade. From there, walk for about 7 minutes towards Rowena Parade.

If driving, take the Eastern Freeway and exit at Chandler Highway. Turn onto Yarra Boulevard and continue straight until reaching Heidelberg Road. Then turn left onto Queens Parade and right onto Rowena Parade.

Parking options include street parking on Rowena Parade or nearby streets such as Stott Street, as well as a nearby car park located at 576 Queens Parade.

Opening Hours

Tuesday 7:30am - 3pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 3pm
Thursday 7:30am - 3pm
Friday 7:30am - 3pm
Saturday 8am - 3pm
Sunday 8am - 3pm

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What people say

Rowena Corner Store is a hidden gem in the heart of Richmond, Melbourne. As a breakfast and brunch restaurant, it offers a unique blend of traditional Mediterranean provincial cooking with a modern twist. Established in 1956, this corner store, milk bar and cafe has been serving the community with quality food, coffee, milkshakes and other forms of sustenance for over six decades.

The Rowena recipe is distinctly Melbourne - warm, sincere and soulful. The menu offers something for everyone - from classic breakfast dishes like eggs benedict to more innovative options like the Middle Eastern-inspired shakshuka. The coffee is top-notch and the milkshakes are a must-try.

What sets Rowena Corner Store apart is its commitment to hospitality. The staff are friendly and welcoming, making you feel right at home from the moment you step inside. And if you're lucky enough to snag a seat outside on Rowena Parade, you'll be treated to some prime people-watching while you enjoy your meal.

Overall, Rowena Corner Store is a must-visit for anyone looking for delicious food and great hospitality in Melbourne. It's no wonder that Mamma Knows East named it one of the best cafes in the area in 2017 - there really isn't any place quite like Rowena.

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