Ringwood North 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| This Little Kitchen | 4.7/5 | 565 | $$ |
| Leaf & Vine Cafe and Wine Bar | 4.6/5 | 831 | $$ |
| Little Buddy Cafe. | 4.6/5 | 268 | $$ |
| Slow Lane Coffee | 4.6/5 | 17 | — |
| Stirr It Up | 4.5/5 | 379 | $$ |
| The Deli Discovery cafe. | 4.4/5 | 22 | — |
| Rubiki. | 4.3/5 | 356 | $$ |
| The Sitting Wombat Cafe. | 4.3/5 | 192 | $ |
1. This Little Kitchen
Address: Shop 2/170-172 Warrandyte Road, Ringwood North
Rating: 4.7/5 (565 reviews)
Price: Mid-range
A local cafe in Ringwood North with 565 Google reviews. Rated 4.7/5 by locals.
2. Leaf & Vine Cafe and Wine Bar
Address: 34 Panfield Avenue, Ringwood
Rating: 4.6/5 (831 reviews)
Price: Mid-range
Leaf & Vine Cafe and Wine Bar is a verified local spot in Ringwood North. Check their latest hours and menu before visiting.
3. Little Buddy Cafe.
Address: 91 Loughnan Rd, Ringwood
Rating: 4.6/5 (268 reviews)
Price: Mid-range
A local cafe in Ringwood North with 268 Google reviews. Rated 4.6/5 by locals.
4. Slow Lane Coffee
Address: 35 Tortice Drive, Ringwood North
Rating: 4.6/5 (17 reviews)
A local cafe in Ringwood North with 17 Google reviews. Rated 4.6/5 by locals.
5. Stirr It Up
Address: 283 Maroondah Highway, Ringwood
Rating: 4.5/5 (379 reviews)
Price: Mid-range
A local cafe in Ringwood North with 379 Google reviews. Rated 4.5/5 by locals.
6. The Deli Discovery cafe.
Address: 17/204 Warrandyte Road, melbourne
Rating: 4.4/5 (22 reviews)
A local cafe in Ringwood North with 22 Google reviews. Rated 4.4/5 by locals.
7. Rubiki.
Address: 13A/204-206 Warrandyte Road, North Ringwood
Rating: 4.3/5 (356 reviews)
Price: Mid-range
A local cafe in Ringwood North with 356 Google reviews. Rated 4.3/5 by locals.
8. The Sitting Wombat Cafe.
Address: 12/434 Maroondah Highway, Croydon
Rating: 4.3/5 (192 reviews)
Price: Affordable
A local cafe in Ringwood North with 192 Google reviews. Rated 4.3/5 by locals.
9. Crocs Playcentre Ringwood
Address: 481 Maroondah Highway, Ringwood
Rating: 4.2/5 (620 reviews)
A local cafe in Ringwood North with 620 Google reviews. Rated 4.2/5 by locals.
10. Car City Restaurant & Cafe | Best for Breakfast & Lunch in Ringwood
Address: 415 Maroondah Highway, Ringwood
Rating: 4/5 (41 reviews)
A local cafe in Ringwood North with 41 Google reviews. Rated 4/5 by locals.
11. The Groove Train Eastland(Ringwood)
Address: Shop R024/171/175 Maroondah Highway, Ringwood
Rating: 3.9/5 (482 reviews)
Price: Mid-range
A local cafe in Ringwood North with 482 Google reviews. Rated 3.9/5 by locals.
12. Ferguson Plarre’s Bakehouse - Eastland
Address: K 101/171-175 Maroondah Highway, Ringwood
Rating: 3.8/5 (95 reviews)
Price: Mid-range
A local cafe in Ringwood North with 95 Google reviews. Rated 3.8/5 by locals.
13. U-GO Ringwood East
Address: 18 Mount Dandenong Road, Ringwood East
Rating: 3.5/5 (75 reviews)
A local cafe in Ringwood North with 75 Google reviews. Rated 3.5/5 by locals.
14. Starbucks Eastland
Address: Shop 2058/171 - 175 Maroondah Highway, Ringwood
Rating: 3.2/5 (353 reviews)
Price: Mid-range
A local cafe in Ringwood North with 353 Google reviews. Rated 3.2/5 by locals.
15. bp
Address: 420 Maroondah Highway, Ringwood
Rating: 3.1/5 (102 reviews)
A local cafe in Ringwood North with 102 Google reviews. Rated 3.1/5 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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Ringwood North Cafe Picks
Rubiki. This is the polished brunch pick near the North Ringwood shops, with a broad menu, good coffee, and enough seating flexibility for catch-ups, families, or a slower solo breakfast. Rubiki’s own listing describes it as a local cafe focused on “outstanding food and drink in a welcoming environment” (official site).
Little Buddy Cafe. Little Buddy suits the quieter side of Ringwood North cafe-hopping: friendly service, dependable coffee, and simple homemade-style food. It is a good choice when you want breakfast or a quick lunch without the bigger brunch-crowd feel.
This Little Kitchen. This Little Kitchen is the spot to try when you want a modern suburban cafe with strong coffee, tea options, pastries, and lighter brunch plates. It works especially well for takeaway coffees or a casual sit-down when you are around the Warrandyte Road strip.
The Deli Discovery Cafe. The Deli Discovery Cafe is more low-key than a glossy brunch room, but that is the appeal: quick lunches, sandwiches, rolls, and coffee for locals who know what they want. It is a practical stop when you are after value, speed, and something savoury rather than a long brunch.
The Pastry Board. The Pastry Board is the bakery-cafe style option to keep on your list for pastries, cakes, pies, and coffee. It is best treated as a grab-and-go treat stop or a casual morning run rather than a full plated brunch destination.
Local Tips
Ringwood North’s best cafes are clustered around local shopping strips rather than a single high-street dining precinct, so it pays to plan by mood. If you want a fuller brunch menu, start with Rubiki or This Little Kitchen; if you want something quick, The Deli Discovery Cafe and The Pastry Board are easier choices.
Weekend mornings can feel busy because these cafes serve locals, school families, cyclists, and people heading between Ringwood, Warranwood, Park Orchards, and Warrandyte. Arrive earlier for a relaxed table, especially if you are meeting a group.
Do not judge the suburb only by big-name cafe lists. Ringwood North’s strength is practical, neighbourly food: coffee before errands, lunch after sport, pastries for the car, and brunch that does not require driving into inner Melbourne.
Parking is generally less stressful than in central Ringwood, but the small shopping strips still tighten up around peak breakfast and lunch times. If you are ordering takeaway, phone or check current opening hours before making a special trip, as smaller suburban cafes can adjust hours around public holidays and staffing.
FAQ
What is the best cafe in Ringwood North for brunch?
Rubiki is the strongest all-round brunch recommendation because it has a broader menu, a proper cafe atmosphere, and good flexibility for different groups. This Little Kitchen is another strong choice if you prefer a lighter, more contemporary cafe stop.
Where should I go for a quick coffee in Ringwood North?
Little Buddy Cafe, This Little Kitchen, and The Pastry Board are all sensible quick-coffee options depending on which side of Ringwood North you are passing through. For a snack with coffee, The Pastry Board is the most bakery-focused pick.
Are there good family-friendly cafes in Ringwood North?
Yes, Ringwood North is well suited to family cafe visits because most venues are neighbourhood-focused rather than formal. Rubiki and Little Buddy Cafe are especially useful for relaxed breakfasts, while The Pastry Board works well for easy treats after local sport, school runs, or park time.
