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27/06/2025
NEW NAME ,SAME HEART ❤️ ☕️
Dear friends,
We’ve change our name from The Alphington Foodstore to Area52 Cafe !!
But don’t worry- same owner , same team , same coffee and same quality!! We still your local neighborhood cafe, serving up the brews and food you love .
This name change is part of a fresh rebrand that represents our passion for coffee, food, and creating a space that feels just a bit out of the ordinary! 🍀
Thanks for growing with us . We can’t wait to welcome you at Area52 Cafe - same place, new name, good vibes!
- team at Area52
10/04/2024
Fresh and tasty sandwiches comin' in hot! We got two favourites pictured here - the Country Stack and the Corn Fritter Roll 🥪
COUNTRY STACK 💗
Slow cooked beef in red wine with rosemary mayo, onion marmalade, melty cheese, greens and mushrooms on toasted sourdough.
CORN FRITTER ROLL 💗 (vegan-friendly!)
House-made corn fritter patties with smashed avo, spinach, tomato, olives and salsa on a Turkish roll.
27/03/2024
We're open for Easter weekend 🐣🐰🥚 Drop in for a delicious feed in our relaxing peaceful courtyard 🍃
The Alphington Foodstore will be closed on Easter Monday.
09/03/2024
We're taking a short break tomorrow and will be closed for Labour Day. Keep cool and hydrated in this heat and we'll see you again on Tuesday! 🍃😊
29/01/2024
Free coffee on the house tomorrow, courtesy of Jellis Craig! 🙌☕ First 150 customers will get to enjoy a free coffee when they drop in tomorrow (Tuesday 30 Jan).
💞 Thank you to and her amazing team for the generous offer 🙏🙏
Whether you're doing school drop off or heading into the office, see you bright and early tomorrow for coffee and smiles 😁
20/12/2023
Hello friends 👋🎄 The Alphington Foodstore will be closed over the holidays from Saturday 23 December to Sunday 14 January. Our doors open again on Monday 15 January 🤩
We wish everyone a safe Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! ✨💕 A big thank you to all our wonderful customers, suppliers, staff, furry friends and community members who have popped in to say hi and supported us this year 🙏 We appreciate you so much!
15/12/2023
🌟 Introducing our new House Special sandwiches! 👇
🥪 COUNTRY STACK
Slices of tender beef cooked in red wine, onion marmalade, dijon mustard, rosemary mayo, cheese, spinach and mushrooms on sourdough.
🥪 CITRUS BREEZE SALMON
Smashed avo and smoked salmon, juicy orange segments with red onion, capers and dill, on thick slices white bread.
🥪 CHICKEN TWIST TURKISH
Battered chicken thigh with fresh slaw, cheese and garlic coconut bechamel sauce on a Turkish roll.
🥪 ZESTY PORK
Slices of pork belly and ham with orange mayo, cheese, jalapenos and spinach on a Turkish roll.
🥪 CORN FRITTER ROLL
House made corn fritters patties with smashed avo, spinach, tomato olive salsa on a Turkish roll.
Which one will you try first?
📍The Alphington Foodstore
52 Wingrove St (across the Alphington train station)
04/12/2023
🌟 NEW MENU HAS ARRIVED - and we think you're gonna love it 🥰 You told us you wanted more grab-and-go food items so we're excited to bring you a tasty line-up of our House Sandwiches!! 🥪🌯🤩
Stay tuned for more details or drop by The Alphington Foodstore to check out the new delish menu items!
05/11/2023
We're open tomorrow from 8am - 1pm for the Cup Day public holiday 💖
05/11/2023
Bagels + smoked salmon + cream cheese = classic 👌 Ours has a dill and spring onion cream cheese mix and pops of capers and juicy pomegranate seeds - yum!
Address
52 Wingrove Street
Alphington, VIC
3078
To get to Wingrove Street in Melbourne, there are a few options for public transport. You can take the train to Fairfield Station and then walk for about 15 minutes or take the bus to Heidelberg Road/Fairfield Station and walk for about 10 minutes. If you prefer to drive, there is street parking available on Wingrove Street and the surrounding area. Just be mindful of any parking restrictions or time limits in place.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
7:30am - 4pm |
| Tuesday |
7:30am - 4pm |
| Wednesday |
7:30am - 4pm |
| Thursday |
7:30am - 3pm |
| Friday |
7:30am - 4pm |
| Saturday |
8am - 3pm |
| Sunday |
8am - 3pm |
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What people say
The Alphington Foodstore is a must-visit for food and coffee lovers in Melbourne. This restaurant and coffee shop prides itself on sourcing only the best, most ethically farmed produce, meat, and eggs. Their 'All Inclusive' food philosophy means that everyone can enjoy their delicious menu.
Their coffee is sourced from St Ali, with a range of blends and single origins available. They also offer brewing methods such as Espresso, Cold Brew, and Drip. Tea by Sensory Lab, Chai by Pranna, and Chocolate by Elixer are also available.
One of the standout features of The Alphington Foodstore is its huge outdoor space with seating for up to 80 people. This makes it the perfect venue for hosting functions or simply enjoying a meal or coffee in the sunshine.
Overall, The Alphington Foodstore offers great food and coffee in a warm and friendly environment. It's definitely worth a visit if you're in the area!
