Best Brunch in Elwood (2026)
Melbourne invented brunch culture and Elwood is one of the suburbs carrying that tradition hardest.
30 brunch spots verified from OpenStreetMap data, 21 with Google ratings. No venue has paid to appear on this list.
Quick Picks
| Category | Pick | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rated | Kremma | ★ 5/5 (47 reviews) |
| Budget pick | Kremma | ★ 5/5 |
What to Expect at Brunch in Elwood
| Item | Price Range |
|---|---|
| Flat white | $4.50–$5.50 |
| Long black | $4.00–$5.00 |
| Avocado toast | $16–$22 |
| Eggs Benedict | $18–$24 |
| Big breakfast | $22–$28 |
| Acai bowl | $16–$20 |
| Banana bread | $6–$8 |
Prices are Elwood area estimates for 2026.
Full Brunch Guide — Elwood
#1 Kremma — 164 Tennyson St, Elwood VIC 3184, Australia
the food | ★ 5/5 (47 reviews)
What makes it great: Kremma is what happens when a kitchen stops trying to impress and starts trying to be good. This is the kind of place that a neighbourhood builds around. Not a destination — a reason to stay local. The kind of restaurant that makes you eat slower because you want it to last.
47 people have reviewed Kremma on Google. The average sits at 5. Earned, not gamed.
What locals say: “I had a wonderful experience at this café. The coffee is truly delicious, and the atmosphere inside the shop feels warm and welcoming. The staff are friendly and attentive, which m…”
Website: Kremma | Google Maps
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#2 Wedge St Kilda | Middle Eastern Inspired Brunch — 72A/70 Acland St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
the food | ★ 4.8/5 (547 reviews)
What makes it great: What separates Wedge St Kilda | Middle Eastern Inspired Brunch from the rest of 72A/70 Acland St is consistency. The menu reads simply. The food arrives with more thought than the menu suggests. That gap is the mark of a kitchen that cares more about the plate than the description. The kind of place you recommend without being asked.
547 Google reviews and a 4.8 average. The numbers track with the experience.
What locals say: *“Absolutely outstanding brunch experience at Wedge St Kilda.
The food was incredible full of flavour, beautifully presented and clearly made with care.
The coffee was perfect and…”*
Website: Wedge St Kilda | Middle Eastern Inspired Brunch | Google Maps
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#3 Bianco Latte — 104 Ormond Rd, Elwood VIC 3184, Australia
the food | ★ 4.8/5 (454 reviews)
What makes it great: Bianco Latte treats the food like it matters. Because it does. This is the kind of place that a neighbourhood builds around. Not a destination — a reason to stay local. The menu changes. The quality does not.
454 people have reviewed Bianco Latte on Google. The average sits at 4.8. Earned, not gamed.
What locals say: *“Another amazing Gelateria find - this time in Elwood.
I was so happy to be taken here, the shop has a beautiful calm & soothing aesthetic with delicious flavours to match.
The se…”*
Website: Bianco Latte | Google Maps
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#4 Mokosz Cafe — 34 Glen Huntly Rd, Elwood VIC 3184, Australia
the food | ★ 4.8/5 (114 reviews)
What makes it great: Mokosz Cafe opened quietly and got loud fast. This is the kind of place that a neighbourhood builds around. Not a destination — a reason to stay local. The kind of place you recommend without being asked.
114 Google reviews and a 4.8 average. The numbers track with the experience.
What locals say: “Bright and airy café nicely decorated throughout with bougainvillea blossoms. Good food, not quite 5 stars, but definitely good. A highlight was the service team who were all frien…”
Website: Mokosz Cafe | Google Maps
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#5 Miss Alex & Co — 85 Brighton Road
the food | ★ 4.7/5 (737 reviews) | $$
What makes it great: What separates Miss Alex & Co from the rest of Brighton Road is consistency. The kitchen here has found its rhythm. The menu is focused, the execution is steady, and the regulars know what they are coming for. The kind of place you recommend without being asked.
737 Google reviews and a 4.7 average. The numbers track with the experience.
What locals say: “Lovely people, lovely food 💕 The Reuben sandwich is a must🔥pulled brisket, juicy and packed with flavour 👌 The waffle? Crispy outside, fluffy inside.. simply perfect😋 Handy spot to…”
Mid-range pricing that reflects fair value for what comes out of the kitchen.
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#6 Mavis The Grocer — 156 Tennyson St, Elwood VIC 3184, Australia
the food | ★ 4.7/5 (26 reviews)
What makes it great: There are flashier places on Tennyson St. There is nothing more reliable than Mavis The Grocer. The menu reads simply. The food arrives with more thought than the menu suggests. That gap is the mark of a kitchen that cares more about the plate than the description. A restaurant that respects the ingredients, respects your time, and respects your wallet.
Rated 4.7 by 26 locals on Google — and the ones who come back do not bother leaving reviews.
What locals say: “WOW - we have a decent cafe in the hood again. Best damn Chilli Scrambled Eggs ever. My partner has the Ricotta Hot Cakes and said they were scrumptious. Best coffee I’ve had out o…”
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#7 Repeat Offender — 201 Ormond Road
the food | ★ 4.6/5 (713 reviews)
What makes it great: The kitchen at Repeat Offender runs on precision and repetition — the same dish, perfect, every time. This is the kind of place that a neighbourhood builds around. Not a destination — a reason to stay local. The menu changes. The quality does not.
713 people have reviewed Repeat Offender on Google. The average sits at 4.6. Earned, not gamed.
What locals say: “Visited Repeat Offender on their 5‑year birthday and honestly, what a night! The place was buzzing - music, laughter, everyone having a great time. it instantly put us in the mood…”
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#8 Arlo Elwood — 133 Ormond Rd, Elwood VIC 3184, Australia
the food | ★ 4.6/5 (242 reviews)
What makes it great: You do not end up at Arlo Elwood by accident. You end up there because someone told you to go. This is the kind of place that a neighbourhood builds around. Not a destination — a reason to stay local. If this place were in Fitzroy, there would be a queue. In Elwood, you can still walk in.
Rated 4.6 by 242 locals on Google — and the ones who come back do not bother leaving reviews.
What locals say: *“Nice cafe in the middle of Elwood.
Coffee was good and service good.
Beware however. ‘Shrinkflation’ has struck badly here. Small coffee was literally macchiato size and Almond C…”*
Website: Arlo Elwood | Google Maps
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#9 Lark Coffee — 114 Ormond Rd, Elwood VIC 3184, Australia
the food | ★ 4.6/5 (117 reviews)
What makes it great: Lark Coffee treats the food like it matters. Because it does. The kitchen here has found its rhythm. The menu is focused, the execution is steady, and the regulars know what they are coming for. This is not destination dining. This is your neighbourhood doing what it should.
117 people have reviewed Lark Coffee on Google. The average sits at 4.6. Earned, not gamed.
What locals say: “I was only in M-town for a few days but HAD to visit as many times as I could squeeze in. Service is excellent, efficient, and so friendly, heaps of great menu options for your cof…”
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#10 Maison Guillaume — 69 Glen Huntly Rd, Elwood VIC 3184, Australia
the food | ★ 4.6/5 (56 reviews)
What makes it great: What Maison Guillaume does well, it does better than anywhere else in Elwood. This is the kind of place that a neighbourhood builds around. Not a destination — a reason to stay local. You will not Instagram it. You will remember it.
56 Google reviews and a 4.6 average. The numbers track with the experience.
What locals say: “The food looked beautiful and tasted just as good. I had a wonderful time there. Since it was a weekday morning, the place was not crowded, which made the experience even more rela…”
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#11 Little Sunflower Café — 15 Ormond Rd, Elwood VIC 3184, Australia
the food | ★ 4.5/5 (297 reviews) | $$
What makes it great: Nobody goes to Little Sunflower Café for the decor. They go for portion sizes that respect your appetite. This is the kind of place that a neighbourhood builds around. Not a destination — a reason to stay local. If this place were in Fitzroy, there would be a queue. In Elwood, you can still walk in.
Rated 4.5 by 297 locals on Google — and the ones who come back do not bother leaving reviews.
What locals say: “Lovely little cafe. Great vegan and vegetarian options. We had the asparagus and cucumber salad and the Sri Lankan curry and wild rice. Both were really delicious especially the as…”
Mid-range pricing that reflects fair value for what comes out of the kitchen.
Website: Little Sunflower Café | Google Maps
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#12 Beach Shack Elwood — 29A Ormond Esplanade, Elwood VIC 3184, Australia
the food | ★ 4.5/5 (180 reviews)
What makes it great: Beach Shack Elwood treats the food like it matters. Because it does. What works here works because the kitchen has stopped trying to be clever and started trying to be consistent. The menu changes. The quality does not.
180 people have reviewed Beach Shack Elwood on Google. The average sits at 4.5. Earned, not gamed.
What locals say: “The coffee is smooth and delicious, and the latte art is adorable，it instantly brightened my day. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, with beautiful outdoor seating just steps…”
Website: Beach Shack Elwood | Google Maps
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#13 Plain Sailing Elwood — 144 Ormond Rd, Elwood VIC 3184, Australia
the food | ★ 4.4/5 (733 reviews) | $$
What makes it great: Plain Sailing Elwood earns its crowd the honest way — through the food. The menu reads simply. The food arrives with more thought than the menu suggests. That gap is the mark of a kitchen that cares more about the plate than the description. If this place were in Fitzroy, there would be a queue. In Elwood, you can still walk in.
Rated 4.4 by 733 locals on Google — and the ones who come back do not bother leaving reviews.
What locals say: “Lovely cafe with indoor and outdoor areas. I enjoyed the two meals we ordered, the mushroom toastie was salty and herbaceous and the egg brioche was rich and buttery. Overall a gre…”
Mid-range pricing that reflects fair value for what comes out of the kitchen.
Website: Plain Sailing Elwood | Google Maps
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#14 Elwood Bakery and Cafe — 162 Tennyson St, Elwood VIC 3184, Australia
the food | ★ 4.4/5 (225 reviews) | $
What makes it great: Elwood Bakery and Cafe earns its crowd the honest way — through the food. The kitchen here has found its rhythm. The menu is focused, the execution is steady, and the regulars know what they are coming for. The test of a restaurant is whether you think about it the next day. Elwood Bakery and Cafe passes.
Rated 4.4 by 225 locals on Google — and the ones who come back do not bother leaving reviews.
What locals say: “Been here a couple of times and unfortunately some of the food just misses the mark. The service is really good, quick, friendly and polite but some of the food is underwhelming. I…”
Prices here are honest — you eat well and the bill does not punish you for it.
Website: Elwood Bakery and Cafe | Google Maps
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#15 Combi Elwood — 138-140 Ormond Rd, Elwood VIC 3184, Australia
the food | ★ 4.3/5 (510 reviews) | $$
What makes it great: Petite cafe with hip decor, offering health-conscious smoothies, house blend coffee and raw food. The test of a restaurant is whether you think about it the next day. Combi Elwood passes.
510 people have reviewed Combi Elwood on Google. The average sits at 4.3. Earned, not gamed.
What locals say: “Food is great here. Veggie toasties are very good. Tastes amazing and fill you up. Chai latte very flavour full loved ❤️it Thankyou…”
Mid-range pricing that reflects fair value for what comes out of the kitchen.
Website: Combi Elwood | Google Maps
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
All Other Brunch Options in Elwood
| Cafe | Address | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jerrys Milkbar | 345 Barkly St, Elwood VIC 3184, Australia | ★ 4.3 |
| Hummingbird Elwood | 88 Ormond Rd, Elwood VIC 3184, Australia | ★ 4.3 |
| Elwood Patisserie & Bakery | 75 Glen Huntly Rd, Elwood VIC 3184, Australia | ★ 4.2 |
| Who is Bunker Spreckels | 122 Ormond Road, Elwood | ★ 4.2 |
| Elwood Bathers | 15, Elwood Park & Elwood Foreshore Reserve, Elwood VIC 3184, Australia | ★ 4.1 |
| Elwood Bathers | 15 Elwood Foreshore, Elwood | ★ 4.1 |
| Plain Sailing | 144 Ormond Road, Elwood | — |
| Tiffany’s on Tennyson | 156 Tennyson Street, Elwood | — |
| Turtle Café | 34 Glen Huntly Road | — |
| Johnny’s Elwood Bodega | 161 Ormond Road, Elwood | — |
| Combi | 138-140 Ormond Road, Elwood | — |
| Lark | 114 Ormond Road, Elwood | — |
| Spout | 48 Glen Eira Road, Ripponlea | — |
| Presse Cafe | — | — |
| Babble on Babylon | — | — |
Brunch Tips for Elwood
- Arrive before 9:30am — peak brunch in Elwood runs 10am–12pm and the good spots fill fast
- Weekday brunch — same food, no queue, and the kitchen is less rushed
- Check for specials boards — many cafes rotate seasonal dishes that do not appear on the printed menu
- BYO on weekends — some Elwood cafes allow BYO for Saturday/Sunday brunch. Call ahead
- Dog-friendly — many cafes have outdoor seating that welcomes dogs. Check first
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Last updated: March 2026. This guide is refreshed when OpenStreetMap data changes — new openings, closures and corrections are reflected automatically. Found something wrong? Let us know.
Sources
- OpenStreetMap Contributors — openstreetmap.org — accessed March 2026
- ABS Census 2021 — abs.gov.au/census
- REIV Quarterly Median Prices — reiv.com.au
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