The Original Cafe Southbank

Southbank, Melbourne, VIC ☕ Cafés & Brunch

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Call (03) 9690 2441

  • Address23 Dorcas Street, Southbank VIC
  • Phone(03) 9690 2441
  • CuisineCafés & Brunch

23 Dorcas Street, Southbank VIC · 1.9 km from Melbourne centre

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At a glance

About The Original Cafe

Located in Southbank, VIC, The Original Cafe is a cafés & brunch café serving locals and visitors alike. You'll find it at 23 Dorcas Street, Southbank VIC, roughly 1.9 km from the Melbourne city centre.

Australia's café culture is world-famous: expertly made flat whites, all-day brunch, smashed avo and house-baked treats. Cafés are usually busiest on weekend mornings and many close by mid-afternoon.

The venue offers dine-in, takeaway, outdoor seating.

Planning a night out in Southbank? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including August Restaurant and Humbaba.

Amenities & services

  • Dine-in
  • Takeaway
  • Outdoor seating

What to order

Signature cafés & brunch dishes to look out for.

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BreakfastAcai bowlGranola, banana and berries
LunchToasted focacciaHam, cheese and tomato
BakeryBanana breadToasted with butter
Coffee & drinksChai latteSpiced tea with milk

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Closest restaurants to The Original Cafe

The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.

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  1. 1
    August Restaurant 🍣 Japanese · 19 Dorcas Street, Southbank
    20 mE · 1 min walk
  2. 2
    Humbaba ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Southbank
    40 mN · 1 min walk
  3. 3
    Nashi ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 3/8 Dorcas Street, Southbank
    80 mNE · 1 min walk
  4. 4
    Orient East 🌶️ Malaysian & Indonesian · 348 St Kilda Road, Southbank
    110 mSE · 1 min walk
  5. 5
    Trend Cafe and Restaurant – 35 Coventry Street, Southbank
    Trend Cafe and Restaurant 🍕 Pizza · 35 Coventry Street, Southbank
    130 mN · 2 min walk
  6. 6
    Queenie's Restaurant & Cafe Southbank 🍲 Vietnamese · 41 Coventry Street, Southbank
    130 mNW · 2 min walk
  7. 7
    Sushi Genzo 🍣 Japanese · Southbank
    140 mSE · 2 min walk
  8. 8
    Gamasot K BBQ 🍖 Korean · 1 Bank Street, South Melbourne
    140 mS · 2 min walk
  9. 9
    Don Don 🍣 Japanese · 2/1 Bank Street, South Melbourne
    150 mS · 2 min walk
  10. 10
    Pho Vietnam Yummy 🍲 Vietnamese · 1/1 Bank Street, South Melbourne
    150 mS · 2 min walk

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Eating out in Southbank

Southbank is home to 111 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Melbourne area with 9,581 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, international restaurants, burgers & chicken. Within 25 km of The Original Cafe there are 8,539 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.

Nearby suburbs worth exploring include South Melbourne (1.2 km), South Wharf (1.9 km), Melbourne (1.9 km), Albert Park (2.0 km).

Cuisine mix in Southbank

  • ☕ Cafés & Brunch47
  • 🍽️ International17
  • 🍔 Burgers & Chicken9
  • 🍣 Japanese7
  • 🍺 Pubs & Bistros5

Frequently asked questions

Where is The Original Cafe located?

The Original Cafe is located at 23 Dorcas Street, Southbank VIC. It is about 1.9 km from the centre of Melbourne. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

What are the opening hours of The Original Cafe?

Opening hours for The Original Cafe have not been published in our data sources yet. Call (03) 9690 2441 to check today's hours.

What kind of food does The Original Cafe serve?

The Original Cafe serves Cafés & Brunch cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.

Does The Original Cafe offer takeaway or delivery?

According to our latest data, The Original Cafe offers takeaway.

How can I contact The Original Cafe?

You can reach The Original Cafe by phone on (03) 9690 2441.

What is the closest restaurant to The Original Cafe?

The closest venue is August Restaurant, about 20 m to the east (1 min walk). Other close options include Humbaba (40 m), Nashi (80 m), Orient East (110 m).

What are some recommended places to eat near The Original Cafe?

Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Mister Margherita (Pizza, 260 m), MoVida (Spanish & Portuguese, 1.6 km), Elchi (Indian, 1.7 km).

Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near Southbank?

Other cafés & brunch venues close by include Dock Dot (160 m), Royal Domain Café (170 m), Bean Seen There (170 m).

How many restaurants are there in Southbank?

Our guide lists 111 places to eat in Southbank, most commonly cafés & brunch (47), international restaurants (17), burgers & chicken (9). Within 25 km there are 8,539 venues in total.