Explore 11 New CBD Cafes for Lunch, Treats, and $14 Bistro Specials

In Melbourne’s bustling Central Business District (CBD), a wave of new cafés is transforming lunchtime options for office workers. These new venues offer enticing selections of CBD-infused treats and affordable gourmet meals, reimagining breaks for those returning to work.

New CBD Cafes to Explore

Regulars

Regulars is making a splash with its unique beverage offerings. Located at 38 Little La Trobe Street, this café serves an array of icy drinks, including a standout ‘dirty coffee’ chilled to minus 85 degrees. Additional options include a berry cold brew and a refreshing pomelo sunrise, featuring espresso and grapefruit syrup.

Four Kilo Fish

This café, located at 2/15 Collins Street, is known for its Chinese specialty coffee sourced from Yunnan province. The addition of a city location allows patrons to enjoy signature drinks such as a cold brew infused with tangy tamarind, available for online ordering.

Attakai

Attakai is gaining recognition as the go-to spot for matcha enthusiasts. Found at 260 Collins Street, this venue specializes in iced matcha drinks topped with seasonal fruits. Its signature offering, the Mat Blanc, features cold brew with a unique matcha cloud.

Tori’s

Dessert lovers should visit Tori’s, located at 124 Exhibition Street. Known for its matcha-centric menu, Tori’s offers exclusive drinks like Earl Grey and jasmine matcha, along with freshly baked bagels and pretzels.

Apa’s Canteen

Exploring Bhutanese cuisine, Apa’s canteen at 4/353 Little Collins Street brings traditional flavors to Melbourne. The menu includes ema datshi, a spicy chili and cheese stew, and hoentey, buckwheat dumplings filled with turnip.

Frenchie

This new Parisian-inspired bistro situated at 1/15 Collins Street features a prix fixe menu where every item is priced at $14. From caviar bites to duck à l’orange, the creative menu is designed to intrigue diners while ensuring affordability.

Common Cuts

Common Cuts is a new steakhouse at 380 Russell Street that serves dishes like steak frites and wagyu brisket lasagne. On weekends, a brunch menu includes inventive offerings such as bruleed croissant toast.

Tatik’s Delights

As Melbourne’s first Armenian bakery, Tatik’s Delights is located at 84 Moray Street in Southbank. Customers can indulge in a variety of layered cakes, famous for the 12-tier honey cake and the ten-layer choc-caramel mikado.

Hector’s Deli and Kiosk

Hector’s recently opened a new deli at 430 Little Collins Street. This location serves its renowned sandwiches alongside a new doughnut kiosk at 350 Bourke Street, offering flavors ranging from classic cinnamon to strawberry milk.

Time After Time

This laneway bakery at 7 Howey Place is known for its striking charcoal croissants, accompanied by toppings like matcha custard or figs with honey and ricotta, providing a unique twist on traditional baked goods.

Mondo Gelateria

Finally, Mondo Gelateria at 215 Elizabeth Street offers a delightful selection of gelato flavors, including matcha and mango, and strawberry shortcake. Their innovative cold brews also feature creative flavor combinations, enhancing the café experience.

These newly established cafés provide an exciting array of options for lunch, treats, and specials, ensuring that every workday can be transformed into a culinary adventure for Melbourne’s office workers.