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09/08/2026
Maling Road's Family Day Out is back! ๐
๐ฆ๐๐ป๐ฑ๐ฎ๐ ๐ฏ๐ฌ ๐๐๐ด๐๐๐ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฒ ยท ๐ญ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐บโ๐ฏ๐ฝ๐บ ยท ๐ ๐ฎ๐น๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ฅ๐ผ๐ฎ๐ฑ, ๐๐ฎ๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฏ๐๐ฟ๐ ยท ๐๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฒ ๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ฟ๐
Rare cars, a champagne lounge, vintage fashion and now a whole ๐๐ถ๐ฑ๐๐๐ผ๐ป๐ฒ - AutoClassico is back for year 9, and there's something for everyone, not just the car crowd.
โจ ๐ก๐ฒ๐ ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฒ: ๐๐๐๐จ๐ฏ๐ค๐ฃ๐
Our biggest family upgrade yet - airbrush tattoos, a balloon twister, the Big Head photo booth, boulder scramble and a quiet zone for little ones who need a break. More activities to be announced!
๐๐น๐๐ผ ๐ฏ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐ธ ๐๐ต๐ถ๐ ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฟ:
๐ ๐ฏ๐ฌ๐ฌ+ rare and beautiful vehicles on display
๐ ๐๐ผ๐๐๐๐บ๐ถ ๐๐น๐ฎ๐๐๐ถ๐ฐ๐ผ: dress in your best vintage attire and go in the running for prizes. No car required!
๐ฅ ๐ง๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ ๐๐ผ๐๐ป๐ด๐ฒ: champagne, canapรฉs and vintage fashion. More details coming soon!
๐ซ๐ท ๐ง๐ต๐ฒ ๐๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฐ๐ต ๐ค๐๐ฎ๐ฟ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ: a Parisian-inspired precinct with curated vehicles and a TARGA Classico display.
๐พ๐ค๐ข๐ ๐๐ค๐ง ๐ฉ๐๐ ๐๐๐ง๐จ. ๐๐ฉ๐๐ฎ ๐๐ค๐ง ๐๐ซ๐๐ง๐ฎ๐ฉ๐๐๐ฃ๐ ๐๐ก๐จ๐.
Maling Road closes to traffic 6:30amโ4:30pm, so the whole precinct is safe and walkable for the day. Awards presented 2:30pm at Theatre Place Crossing.
Save this post for everything you need to know before you go - and follow along for updates as more Kidszone activities and details are announced!
20/05/2026
Dear valued customers โ weโre taking a short winter break and will be closed from Sunday 24th to Sunday 31st of May. Weโll be back on Monday 1st of June, refreshed and ready to serve you. Thank you for your understanding โ see you soon!
โ๏ธ โค๏ธ
24/04/2026
Alleycat Cafe will be closed ANZAC Day as we pause to remember and honour the service and sacrifice of our servicemen and women. Lest we forget. We look forward to welcoming you again from Sunday.
๐ฆ๐บ ๐น
02/04/2026
Happy Easter from all of us at Alleycat Cafe! Thank you for your continued support โ weโre taking a short break and will be back serving you on Tuesday, 7th April. Enjoy the holiday and we look forward to seeing you then!
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24/12/2025
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๐ผ๐ Happy Holidays from Alleycat Cafe! ๐
Weโre so grateful for our amazing customers and canโt wait to see you again on Monday, December 29th! ๐โจ
Join us for some holiday cheer, delicious treats, and that warm, cozy feeling that Alleycat Cafe can bring. Your smiles light up our cafe! ๐ฅฐ
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a fabulous New Year! ๐โ๏ธ
24/11/2025
๐ Another successful day at Maling Road Auto Classico 2025! ๐
Huge shoutout to the incredible organizers and all the passionate car owners who accepted the postponement and made this amazing event! ๐๐จ
The day started with lots of rain but we didnโt give up and stayed positive and hopeful for good weather. โ๏ธ Thank you to all our lovely regular customers and everyone who joined us on Maling Road for this amazing event. Your support means the whole world to us! โค๏ธ
A big thank to our wonderful team for doing their best to make it a success.
We had no chance to be out there and enjoy the event and amazing cars but at the end of the day we could take some photos of stunning cars and wonderful people! ๐ฅณ
23/11/2025
We want to share some beautiful photos of AutoClassico 2025 event by Bohemian Rhapsody Weekly Magazine
06/09/2025
This Fatherโs Day, make Dadโs sweet tooth smile at Alleycat Cafe. Introducing our limited-time Fatherโs Day Special Crepe: a tender, golden crepe layered with silky pistachio cream, ribbons of rich dark chocolate, and a crown of fresh strawberries โ finished with your choice of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Treat the man who taught you how to savor the small things.
Available this weekend only โ reserve your table or order to-go. Book online, or call us to secure yours.
03/09/2025
๐ Are you ready to refresh your drink game? Meet our new indulgent blend:
Iced Matcha with Strawberry Sauce and a scoop of vanilla ice cream โ vibrant ceremonial matcha, chilled milk, crushed ice, a house-made strawberry swirl, and velvety ice cream that melts into every sip. Bright, slightly sweet, and utterly dreamy โ itโs a dessert and a drink in one. Share it with a friend, make it your afternoon treat, or upgrade any day into a sunny celebration. Sip the season. ๐๐ฟ๐จโจ
13/08/2025
Sunday 17 August 2025 โ Autoclassico returns to beautiful Maling Road, Canterbury! ๐โจ
Join us for a family-friendly celebration of vintage and classic cars down the tree-lined streets of this heritage Melbourne suburb. Expect dazzling car displays, Ladiesโ Lounge, live entertainment and plenty of activities to keep kids and car lovers smiling all day.
Pop into Alleycat Cafe for an authentic French crรชpe, expertly brewed coffee and a selection of French pastries and more โ the perfect pit stop between car spot checks. ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐ซ๐ท
When: Sunday 17/8/2025
Where: Maling Road, Canterbury
Who: Families, car enthusiasts, vintage lovers โ everyone welcome!
Plan your weekend: bring the kids, bring friends โ and donโt forget your camera for some classic car shots. ๐ธ
Address
8 Theater Place, Maling Road
Canterbury, VIC
3126
To reach Theater Place in Canterbury, you have a couple of options for public transport and driving.
**Public Transport:**
1. **Train:** If you're coming by train, take a service to Canterbury West or Canterbury East stations. From either station, it's about a 15-20 minute walk to Theater Place.
2. **Bus:** Several local bus routes serve the area. Check the local bus schedules for routes that stop near Theater Place. The nearest bus stops are within a short walking distance.
**Driving/Parking:**
1. If you're driving, head towards Canterbury city center and follow signs for parking facilities.
2. There are several car parks nearby, including the Whitefriars Shopping Centre car park and the Stour Street car park, both of which offer convenient access to Theater Place.
3. Be mindful of any parking fees and restrictions in the area.
Once you arrive at Theater Place, you'll find your destination easily accessible on foot from there.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
8:30am - 2:30pm |
| Tuesday |
8:30am - 2:30pm |
| Wednesday |
8:30am - 2:30pm |
| Thursday |
8:30am - 2:30pm |
| Friday |
8:30am - 2:30pm |
| Saturday |
8:30am - 2:30pm |
| Sunday |
8:30am - 2:30pm |
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What people say
Alleycat Cafe, located in the charming Theater Place of Canterbury, is a delightful French-style coffee shop that offers an array of delectable treats and beverages. Guests can indulge in freshly baked croissants, mouthwatering Portuguese tarts, and an assortment of cakes that are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. For those looking for something savory, the cafe also serves up delicious salads, wraps, quiches, and comforting soups.
One standout beverage is their indulgent Iced Matcha with Strawberry Sauceโa refreshing blend of vibrant ceremonial matcha combined with chilled milk and crushed ice, swirled with house-made strawberry sauce and topped off with velvety vanilla ice cream. This drink is not just a thirst-quencher; itโs a delightful dessert experience that brightens any day.
Whether you're stopping by for a quick coffee or settling in for a leisurely meal, Alleycat Cafe provides a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for enjoying good food and great company.
