The Lincoln

Carlton, VIC

Cuisines: Gastropub, Australian

Melbourne's Favourite Pub! The Lincoln is an award-winning and historic pub opened since 1854 that has retained a charming old world facade and an interior brimming with character. With a fresh seasonal menu and a beer and wine offering that changes regularly, there is always something new, delicious and interesting to discover.

Address: 91 Cardigan St

Apollo Inn

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Cocktail

Address: 165 Flinders Ln

Bistra

Carlton, VIC

Cuisines: British, French, Italian

Address: 157 Elgin St

Patricia Coffee Brewers

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Coffee

Tiny, standing-room-only coffee bar tucked between Melbourne’s laneways, serving some of the city’s best espresso with unmatched precision and charm. Patricia proves that good coffee doesn’t need a seat — just skill, speed, and style.

Address: Rear of 493-495 Little Bourke St

Gimlet

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: European

Set in the landmark Cavendish House, Gimlet blends vintage glamour with modern Melbourne flair. From oysters to wood-fired mains and martinis, it’s a place made for every occasion.

Address: 33 Russell St

Good Measure

Carlton, VIC

Cuisines: Coffee

A warm, timber-clad cafe and bar

Address: 193 Lygon St

Morning Market

Prahran, VIC

Cuisines: Brunch, Coffee

Address: 579 High St

Kate Reid's Guide to Melbourne's Best Cafes

Former aerospace engineer turned pastry phenomenon, Kate Reid has helped shape Melbourne’s obsession with precision pastries and great coffee. When the “butter queen” isn’t perfecting croissants at Lune Croissanterie, she’s visiting a tight rotation of cafés across the city. From the produce-driven kitchen at Morning Market to CBD institutions like Patricia Coffee Brewers and Good Measure. These are the Melbourne cafés she swears by.

Cities: VIC

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Created by: Kate Reid