Ferntree Gully has 15 verified spots worth your time for cafes. Every venue below is a real, operating business with a Google listing — no placeholder names, no made-up addresses.
| Venue | Rating | Reviews | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Micah Coffee Brewers | 4.9/5 | 401 | — |
| Larder & Thyme Ferntree Gully | 4.9/5 | 95 | — |
| 121 STATION CAFÉ | 4.9/5 | 87 | — |
| Gloria’s Cafe | 4.9/5 | 18 | — |
| Ms Banh Mi Ferntree Gully | 4.8/5 | 41 | — |
| Break40 Souvlaki Cafe, Bar and Greek Restaurant | 4.7/5 | 306 | — |
| Terry’s Cafe | 4.7/5 | 138 | — |
| Café Bits & Bites | 4.7/5 | 129 | — |
1. Micah Coffee Brewers
Address: Shop 3/1015 Burwood Highway, Ferntree Gully
Rating: 4.9/5 (401 reviews)
A local cafe in Ferntree Gully with 401 Google reviews. Rated 4.9/5 by locals.
2. Larder & Thyme Ferntree Gully
Address: 90 Station Street, Ferntree Gully
Rating: 4.9/5 (95 reviews)
A local cafe in Ferntree Gully with 95 Google reviews. Rated 4.9/5 by locals.
3. 121 STATION CAFÉ
Address: 121 Station Street, Ferntree Gully
Rating: 4.9/5 (87 reviews)
A local cafe in Ferntree Gully with 87 Google reviews. Rated 4.9/5 by locals.
4. Gloria’s Cafe
Address: Unit 3/30 Edina Road, Ferntree Gully
Rating: 4.9/5 (18 reviews)
A local cafe in Ferntree Gully with 18 Google reviews. Rated 4.9/5 by locals.
5. Ms Banh Mi Ferntree Gully
Address: 27/1880 Ferntree Gully Road Service Road, Ferntree Gully
Rating: 4.8/5 (41 reviews)
A local cafe in Ferntree Gully with 41 Google reviews. Rated 4.8/5 by locals.
6. Break40 Souvlaki Cafe, Bar and Greek Restaurant
Address: 40/1880 Ferntree Gully Road, Ferntree Gully
Rating: 4.7/5 (306 reviews)
Break40 Souvlaki Cafe, Bar and Greek Restaurant is a verified local spot in Ferntree Gully. Check their latest hours and menu before visiting.
7. Terry’s Cafe
Address: 903 Burwood Highway, Ferntree Gully
Rating: 4.7/5 (138 reviews)
A local cafe in Ferntree Gully with 138 Google reviews. Rated 4.7/5 by locals.
8. Café Bits & Bites
Address: 9 Alpine Street, Ferntree Gully
Rating: 4.7/5 (129 reviews)
A local cafe in Ferntree Gully with 129 Google reviews. Rated 4.7/5 by locals.
9. Station Street Food Co.
Address: Unit 13/101 Station Street, Ferntree Gully
Rating: 4.7/5 (121 reviews)
A local cafe in Ferntree Gully with 121 Google reviews. Rated 4.7/5 by locals.
10. The Coffee House at Mountain Gate
Address: 23/1880 Ferntree Gully Road, Ferntree Gully
Rating: 4.6/5 (310 reviews)
Price: Affordable
A local cafe in Ferntree Gully with 310 Google reviews. Rated 4.6/5 by locals.
11. Gus & El’s Cafe
Address: Unit 43/1880 Ferntree Gully Road, Ferntree Gully
Rating: 4.6/5 (299 reviews)
A local cafe in Ferntree Gully with 299 Google reviews. Rated 4.6/5 by locals.
12. Hochi Mini
Address: 1055 Burwood Highway, Ferntree Gully
Rating: 4.6/5 (277 reviews)
A local cafe in Ferntree Gully with 277 Google reviews. Rated 4.6/5 by locals.
13. Montania Cafe - Bar - Restaurant
Address: Shop 52/1880 Ferntree Gully Road, Ferntree Gully
Rating: 4.5/5 (1,129 reviews)
Price: Mid-range
Montania Cafe - Bar - Restaurant is a verified local spot in Ferntree Gully. Check their latest hours and menu before visiting.
14. Lorna Cafe
Address: 1053 Burwood Highway, Ferntree Gully
Rating: 4.4/5 (1,108 reviews)
Price: Mid-range
A local cafe in Ferntree Gully with 1,108 Google reviews. Rated 4.4/5 by locals.
15. Bees Knees Cafe
Address: Shop 2/854 Burwood Highway, Ferntree Gully
Rating: 4.4/5 (403 reviews)
Price: Mid-range
A local cafe in Ferntree Gully with 403 Google reviews. Rated 4.4/5 by locals.
About This Guide
Every venue in this guide is a verified, currently operating business sourced from Google Places API. Data last refreshed: 2026-03-31. If a venue has closed or moved, let us know.
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Venue Picks
Lorna Cafe
Lorna is the polished brunch choice for Ferntree Gully locals, with serious coffee, bright all-day plates, and the kind of relaxed dining room that works for both quick catch-ups and longer weekend meals. It is especially handy before or after a Dandenong Ranges walk, when you want something more considered than a basic takeaway coffee.
Chosen Bean Cafe & Coffee Roasters
Chosen Bean is a strong pick if coffee is the main event, because the business roasts in Ferntree Gully and leans into cafe food rather than treating it as an afterthought. Go here when you want a proper sit-down breakfast, a reliable espresso, or beans to take home.
Wholefood Merchants
Wholefood Merchants suits plant-based eaters, clean-living brunch fans, and anyone who likes pairing a cafe stop with a browse for pantry goods. Broadsheet notes that its cafe serves plant-based food including fermented crumpets, cauliflower fritters and green bowls, making it one of the more health-focused options in the area: Broadsheet.
Hochi Mini
Hochi Mini brings a Vietnamese cafe angle to Ferntree Gully, which makes it useful when you want something lighter, savoury, and different from the standard eggs-and-toast brunch format. It is a good option for lunch, coffee, and casual meals with plenty of flavour.
Montania Cafe-Bar & Restaurant
Montania works well for groups because it stretches beyond standard cafe hours and covers breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks, and dessert. Choose it when you need an easy crowd-pleaser rather than a tiny specialty coffee stop.
Local Tips
Ferntree Gully cafe-hopping works best when you think in zones. The Burwood Highway and Mountain Gate areas are better for practical stops, parking, errands, and family-friendly meals, while the village and foothills side suits slower brunches before heading toward the Dandenong Ranges.
Weekends can get busy after the morning walking rush, especially with people coming down from the 1000 Steps and nearby trails. If you want a quieter table, aim for early breakfast or the late brunch window after the first wave has moved on.
Do not assume every cafe is open late just because it has a strong brunch reputation. Many Ferntree Gully cafes are daytime businesses, so check current hours before planning an afternoon coffee or post-walk meal.
For dietary needs, Ferntree Gully is better than many outer-east suburbs. Wholefood Merchants is the obvious plant-based stop, while Chosen Bean and Lorna are stronger bets for mixed groups where one person wants classic brunch and another wants something gluten-free, vegetarian, or lighter.
FAQ
What is the best cafe in Ferntree Gully for coffee?
Chosen Bean is the most coffee-focused choice because roasting is central to the business. Lorna is also a strong option if you want specialty coffee with a more brunch-driven setting.
Where should I eat after visiting the 1000 Steps?
Lorna is one of the easiest recommendations after a walk because it suits both coffee-only visits and full brunch. If you are with a larger group or want a broader menu, Montania is a practical alternative.
Are there good vegetarian or vegan cafe options in Ferntree Gully?
Yes. Wholefood Merchants is the clearest plant-based pick, while Lorna, Chosen Bean, and Hochi Mini give you more flexible options depending on whether you want brunch, coffee, or a Vietnamese-style lunch.
