#1
Dukes Coffee Roasters
4.6
1556 reviews · Score: 79/100
Dukes Coffee Roasters 4.6(1,556) · A$1–20Cafe · · 247 Flinders LnSpecialty coffee brewed in stylish cafeClosed · Opens 7 AM
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2026 Rankings
Best Cafes in Melbourne
Compare the top cafes in Melbourne, VIC — ranked by our composite reputation score.
Updated July 2026 · Based on 14,983 real Google reviews across 15 cafes
Top Cafes in Melbourne, VIC
We've analysed 14,983 real Google reviews to rank the best cafes in Melbourne. Businesses are ranked by our composite reputation score combining Google ratings, review volume, and online presence — last updated July 2026.
The best cafes in Melbourne, VIC are Dukes Coffee Roasters (4.6★, 1556 reviews), Vacation Coffee CBD (4.6★, 652 reviews), MAKER Lt Bourke (4.5★, 657 reviews), Project Zero Coffee Meriton Suites (4.7★, 494 reviews) and Degraves Espresso Melbourne (4.2★, 1852 reviews). Each is ranked by an independent reputation score from real Google reviews (14,983 reviews analysed across 15 businesses) — see the full top 15 below. Rankings last updated July 2026.
#2
Vacation Coffee CBD
4.6
652 reviews · Score: 79/100
"Great coffee, lovely and affordable food options, fantastic service."
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#3
MAKER Lt Bourke
4.5
657 reviews · Score: 73/100
"Great smooth coffee, service with a smile, & great location!"
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#4
Project Zero Coffee Meriton Suites
4.7
494 reviews · Score: 73/100
"Delicious batch brew coffee, great atmosphere and great service."
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#5
Degraves Espresso Melbourne
4.2
1852 reviews · Score: 67/100
Degraves Espresso Melbourne 4.2(1,852) · A$20–40Cafe · 23-25 Degraves StOld-world feel & breakfast standardsClosed · Opens 6:30 AM
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#10
Little Nooky Cafe Melbourne
4.6
195 reviews · Score: 52/100
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#11
Higher Ground
4.1
5905 reviews · Score: 49/100
650 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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#12
Cat Cafe Melbourne
4.4
1488 reviews · Score: 49/100
Cat Cafe Melbourne 4.4(1,488)Cat cafe · · 512 Swanston StHot drinks served in laid-back cafeClosed · Opens 12 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about cafes in Melbourne.
Who are the best cafes in Melbourne?
We've ranked the top 15 cafes in Melbourne, VIC based on our composite reputation score combining Google ratings, review volume, and online presence. Our rankings are updated daily.
How do you rank cafes in Melbourne?
Our rankings use a composite reputation score that weighs Google star rating, review volume, and online presence (website + contact details). This gives a more complete picture than star ratings alone.
How many cafes are there in Melbourne?
We track hundreds of cafes across Melbourne and the wider VIC area. This page shows the top 15 based on their online reputation.
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