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Friends of Ours Cafe

Friends of Ours Cafe Friends of Ours Cafe is a cozy and inviting coffee shop, breakfast & brunch restaurant, and Australian restaurant located on Mount Alexander Road. They offer a variety of dishes including their popular vegan bowl with housemade falafel, brown rice & cranberries, roasted tomato, edamame beans, smashed avocado, kimchi slaw, pumpkin puree and crispy chickpeas. With excellent customer service and frequent updates on social media about special events and issues affecting the cafe, Friends of Ours Cafe is a must-visit spot for anyone in the area looking for a delicious meal or cup of coffee to start their day off right.
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03/06/2026

Maybe life isn’t so bad after all ☕️🤎

Come down to Friends of Ours for a warm coffee this cold morning

01/06/2026

Your favourite brunch spot… Friends Of Ours Essendon☕️🥚🍳🥞

21/05/2026
09/05/2026

PRAWN CHILLI SCRAMBLED
Prawns and scrambled eggs with spring onion, chilli paste on warm brioche toaste, topped with feta and crispy shallots

29/04/2026

Come try our Green Goddess juice, with fresh apple, kale, cucumber, celery and lemon 🍏🍋

27/04/2026

You heard it right.. the person who sent you this video owes you a Friends Of Ours Juice 🍓🍊🥬

We’re open tomorrow!! 6am-4pm, ready to make your morning coffee. ☕️☀️
24/04/2026

We’re open tomorrow!!
6am-4pm, ready to make your morning coffee.
☕️☀️

Fridays hit different when there’s coffee involved!! ….and maybe a delicious meal too🤭We’re open until 5pm! 👋🏽
19/09/2025

Fridays hit different when there’s coffee involved!!

….and maybe a delicious meal too🤭
We’re open until 5pm! 👋🏽

Halfway through the week = the perfect excuse to treat yourself to a fresh, tasty lunch 🤤We’re open!! 👋🏽
17/09/2025

Halfway through the week = the perfect excuse to treat yourself to a fresh, tasty lunch 🤤

We’re open!! 👋🏽

No more winter…which means more of your favourite cold drinks ❄️🧋Our Iced Biscoff Latte is a must try!!✨
08/09/2025

No more winter…which means more of your favourite cold drinks ❄️🧋

Our Iced Biscoff Latte is a must try!!✨

Midweek routine: good coffee, something warm to eat, and the perfect cafe 😉🙌🏽We’re open and ready to serve you the best!...
02/09/2025

Midweek routine: good coffee, something warm to eat, and the perfect cafe 😉🙌🏽

We’re open and ready to serve you the best! You know your midweek routine isn’t complete without us 👋🏽

The week’s almost done!! If you need a spot to recharge, reset, or just eat something DELICIOUS for lunch — we’ve got yo...
28/08/2025

The week’s almost done!! If you need a spot to recharge, reset, or just eat something DELICIOUS for lunch — we’ve got you 🙌🏽

Whether it’s solo, or with company…we’ve got something for everyone 👋🏽

Our Chilli Chorizo Scramble is too pretty to eat!! 🌱🌶️> Eggs scrambled with Spanish chorizo, spring onion & housemade ch...
15/08/2025

Our Chilli Chorizo Scramble is too pretty to eat!! 🌱🌶️

> Eggs scrambled with Spanish chorizo, spring onion & housemade chilli sauce, topped with feta & dried chilli strings✨

Who said you can’t have a milkshake on a Winters day? ❄️The sun is out so why not treat yourself!! We have plenty more w...
03/07/2025

Who said you can’t have a milkshake on a Winters day? ❄️

The sun is out so why not treat yourself!! We have plenty more where these came from🥤✨

Our Warm Hug Porridge 🍓🥭> Steel cut oat in milk & honey, served with mango coconut coulis, berries compote, mascarpone, ...
02/07/2025

Our Warm Hug Porridge 🍓🥭
> Steel cut oat in milk & honey, served with mango coconut coulis, berries compote, mascarpone, dried figs, pistachios & strawberries ✨

The only thing you need on this cold Wednesday!! ❄️

We will be closed due to a scheduled power outage tomorrow, Sunday the 29th of June.We will be back open Monday the 30th...
28/06/2025

We will be closed due to a scheduled power outage tomorrow, Sunday the 29th of June.

We will be back open Monday the 30th June as per our normal trading hours! See you all then👋🏽

We will be closed due to a scheduled power outage tomorrow, Sunday the 29th of June. We will be back open Monday the 30t...
28/06/2025

We will be closed due to a scheduled power outage tomorrow, Sunday the 29th of June.

We will be back open Monday the 30th June as per our normal trading hours! See you all then👋🏽

Great food, great company, and even better vibes 🌮🍳☕Nothing beats catching up over a table full of delicious eats at you...
25/06/2025

Great food, great company, and even better vibes 🌮🍳☕

Nothing beats catching up over a table full of delicious eats at your local favourite! 🫶🏽

King Prawn Spaghetti — the kind of comfort food that speaks for itself 🍝🦐…Especially on these cold Winter days ❄️
24/06/2025

King Prawn Spaghetti — the kind of comfort food that speaks for itself 🍝🦐

…Especially on these cold Winter days ❄️

Address

1097 Mount Alexander Road
Essendon, VIC
3040

Directions to the cafe on Mount Alexander Road in Melbourne:

By Public Transport:
- Take a train to the nearby train station and then either walk 5 minutes or take a bus to the cafe.
- Alternatively, take a tram and get off at the nearest stop.

By Car:
- Head towards Mount Alexander Road and look for the designated parking zones nearby.
- There is also street parking available on certain sections of Mount Alexander Road.

Please note that these directions are general guidelines and do not specify which cafe you are referring to.

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 3pm
Tuesday 6am - 3pm
Wednesday 6am - 3pm
Thursday 6am - 3pm
Friday 6am - 3pm
Saturday 6am - 3pm
Sunday 7am - 3pm

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What people say

Breakfast and brunch restaurants are the perfect places to start your day with a delicious meal and a cup of coffee. And if you're looking for a great spot in Melbourne, Friends of Ours Cafe on Mount Alexander Road is definitely worth checking out.

This cafe offers a wide variety of breakfast and brunch options, as well as tasty coffee drinks that will satisfy any caffeine cravings. Whether you're in the mood for something sweet or savory, Friends of Ours has got you covered.

Their Burger Royale with a 150g Angus patty, cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, caramelized onion, pickle and chipotle mayo served with onion rings and thick cut chips is an absolute must-try. And if you're looking for something healthier, their vegan bowl with housemade falafel, brown rice & cranberries, roasted tomato, edamame beans, smashed avocado, kimchi slaw, pumpkin puree and crispy chickpeas is equally delicious.

The cafe also has a cozy atmosphere that makes it the perfect place to catch up with friends or get some work done while enjoying your meal. And their friendly staff always make sure that customers feel welcome and satisfied.

So if you're looking for a great breakfast or brunch spot in Melbourne, be sure to check out Friends of Ours Cafe on Mount Alexander Road. You won't be disappointed!

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