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Essential cafes and bakeries

Croque madame.

Matilda

A European-inspired corner store and cafe.

Outside Marios in Fitzroy.
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Marios

Proof that cheap and cheerful doesn’t compromise service and style.

An injera and curry feast at Gojo.
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Gojo Ethiopian Cafe

Spice-laden gem disguised as a simple coffee spot.

Outside Pellegrini’s Espresso Bar.
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Pellegrini’s Espresso Bar

It’s all classics, comfort and controlled chaos at this institution.

Suupaa’s pork tonkatsu.
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Suupaa

The cult of konbini comes to Cremorne.

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Pouring the coffee.

Path

A speciality brew bar that always has something new to try.

After nailing Melbourne brunch, all-day diner Ophelia is moving into nights.

Ophelia Westgarth

Part-cafe, part-wine bar from the crew behind Terror Twilight and Convoy.

Freshly boiled and baked bagels.

Masses Bagels

Find wild-fermented sourdough bagels at this Fitzroy cafe.

Cheesy beef sando with mint in the mince.

Four Kilo Fish

This friendly Melbourne cafe showcases the coffee − and comfort food − of Yunnan.

Slow-cooked lamb shoulder with labne and salad.

Athos

A Greek cafe serving dolmades in homegrown vine leaves.