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The Backboard Cafe

The Backboard Cafe The Backboard Cafe is a local business located in the Bulleen Boomers Basketball stadium on Sheahans Road. They offer dine-in and takeaway options and serve a variety of breakfast items such as egg, bacon, and cheese muffins, hot jam doughnuts, fruit salads, Greek yogurt with granola and mixed berries, as well as a full range of barista-made coffee, tea, hot chocolate chai latte, and various types of milk. For lunch, they offer hot chips, potato cakes, chicken nuggets, dim sims, hot dogs, and fresh wraps with a choice of chicken, ham or tuna with salad. Additionally, they have another venue at East Doncaster Secondary College where they serve hot dogs, chips, drinks lollies and steamed dim sims from 5-10pm.

Recent social media posts

26/06/2026

Bulleen-Templestowe Basketball Club

15/06/2026

Some solid gold from our Champion Womens team. Go you good things!

You thought I was kidding about the hydration vessels.  Here is the receipt.
15/06/2026

You thought I was kidding about the hydration vessels. Here is the receipt.

12/06/2026

Hey Teamsters - If ur missing a hydration vessel - there are several thousand of these things in lost property. Go check them out before they end up as empty time capsules in a local dump. I wonder what future generations will think when they dig up all these.

And for you young people check this out - https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1HR9DS6rDs/

10/06/2026

Ok - so we've committed and have changed the chips we're serving.
Just in case you need to know the details we were using a 10mm double coated chip, but are now using a 13mm chip. These chips are golden on the outside and fluffy in the middle.
Now the only question is - should we offer gravy and cheese as toppings?

LIMITED TIME OFFERChurros trace their roots back to the Iberian Peninsula, widely credited to Spain. However, their true...
29/05/2026

LIMITED TIME OFFER

Churros trace their roots back to the Iberian Peninsula, widely credited to Spain. However, their true origins are a beautiful culinary melting pot of Chinese, Arabic, and Spanish influences.

The exact history of the churro is a blend of a few different theories:
The Chinese Connection: Many food historians believe the churro descended from a crispy, salty Chinese fried-dough street food called youtiao. In the 16th century, Portuguese explorers traveling through China brought the concept back to the Iberian Peninsula, where locals adapted it by adding sugar and shaping it with a star-shaped nozzle.

The Spanish Shepherds: Another popular theory is that Spanish shepherds invented churros. Because they lived in the mountains and lacked access to fresh bakeries, they made a simple flour, water, and oil dough that could be fried easily over an open fire.

The Name's Origin: The name "churro" is widely believed to have come from the Churra breed of sheep in Spain. The shape of the fried dough reminded the shepherds of the sheep’s distinct, curly horns.

27/05/2026

Quick question to you good folk. Do you prefer thick or thin chips? We're thinking of shaking it up and getting thick chips for a change. Let us know in the comments below.

Have you tried the KB-izel?
27/05/2026

Have you tried the KB-izel?

New at the Bulleen Cafe...Jelly Bags...how cool are these!
12/04/2026

New at the Bulleen Cafe...Jelly Bags...how cool are these!

17/03/2026

Missing something? Hydration vessels left at Sheahans Rd and EDSC. Get in now to claim yours.

Address

33 Sheahans Road
Bulleen, VIC
3105

To reach Sheahans Road in Melbourne, you have a few options for public transport and driving/parking:

Public Transport:
1. Tram: Take tram number 86 towards Bundoora RMIT and get off at stop 57 on Plenty Road. From there, walk south on Plenty Road until you reach Sheahans Road.

2. Train + Bus: Take a train to Reservoir Station and then catch bus number 561 towards Macleod Station. Get off at the corner of Plenty Road and Sheahans Road.

Driving/Parking:
1. From the city center, head north on Hoddle Street/State Route 30.
2. Continue onto High Street/State Route 40.
3. Turn right onto Bell Street/State Route 40.
4. Continue straight onto Bell Street West.
5. Turn left onto Plenty Road/State Route 40.
6. After about 3 kilometers, turn right onto Sheahans Road.

Parking options may vary depending on availability, but there are usually street parking spaces available along Sheahans Road or nearby streets.

Please note that these directions are provided without mentioning any specific destination and are solely intended to guide you to Sheahans Road in Melbourne.

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 10pm
Tuesday 4pm - 10pm
Wednesday 4pm - 10pm
Thursday 9am - 10pm
Friday 9:30am - 1pm
5:30pm - 10pm
Saturday 8am - 7pm
Sunday 8am - 12pm

Telephone

+61 3 9850 6222

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What people say

The Backboard Cafe, located on Sheahans Road in Melbourne, is a hidden gem for all food lovers. This local business offers a delightful combination of a coffee shop, fast food restaurant, and ice cream parlor. Whether you're looking to dine in or grab something on the go, The Backboard Cafe has got you covered.

One of the standout features of this cafe is its diverse menu options. From their mouthwatering egg, bacon, and cheese muffins to their delectable hot jam doughnuts, there's something to satisfy every craving. For those seeking a healthier option, they also offer refreshing fruit salads and Greek yogurt with granola and mixed berries. And let's not forget about their barista-made coffee! With a full range of options like tea, hot chocolate chai latte, and various milk choices including regular, light, soy, almond, and oat milk, you can customize your beverage to suit your taste perfectly.

If you're planning to visit during lunchtime (between 10:30am-5:30pm), prepare yourself for an array of delicious choices. The return of hot chips is sure to please everyone's taste buds. Additionally, they serve potato cakes, chicken nuggets, dim sims, and hot dogs that are guaranteed to satisfy any fast food cravings. For those looking for a lighter option without compromising on flavor, fresh wraps with your choice of chicken, ham or tuna along with salad are available.

What sets The Backboard Cafe apart from other establishments is its commitment to supporting the local community. They actively cheer on kids playing in their EDJBA Semi Finals and support Senior Champ Teams starting the Big V season at East Doncaster Secondary College. On game nights at the college venue from 5-10pm, Katrina and Dante are ready to serve you with hot dogs, chips drinks lollies and steamed dim sims.

With such dedication to both quality food and community involvement, it's no wonder that The Backboard Cafe has become a favorite spot for locals and visitors alike. So, if you're in Melbourne and looking for a place to enjoy delicious food and support your local basketball teams, head on down to The Backboard Cafe on Sheahans Road. You won't be disappointed!

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