Best Brunch Restaurants in Eltham

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AlphingtonBundooraCamberwellCroydonDoncasterEltham

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

16 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Rivers Cafe and Foodstore restaurant

1. Rivers Cafe and Foodstore

4.5

Awesome(2024)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Yarrambat

Booked 29 times today

We are fully licensed Cafe and offer indoor table service and outside takeaway dining. Enjoy views of our garden and lakeside setting along with resident ducks, turtles and kangaroos! Celebration CakesWe do not allow cakes to be brought in, however we can make one for you with a minimum of 48 hours’ notice. Just call us on 9436 3210.About UsLocated within the iconic Rivers of Yarrambat Lifestyle Centre, we are known locally and regionally for our truly unique offer. Expect quality food, friendly service, health inspired dishes and home grown produce from our kitchen garden. Star dishes include our posh cheese, Berry crepes and Belgian lemon teacake.DietaryWe cater for vegetarian, gluten free, vegan and dairy free diets.

A photo of Merika Cafe & Restaurant restaurant

2. Merika Cafe & Restaurant

5.0

Exceptional(1)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• International • Eltham

Booked 1 time today

Merika has a unique variety of dishes and desserts. Specialty Hungarian Chimney Cakes, Brazilian BBQ Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Homemade Gelato & more...At Merika you will experience peace, luxury and quality in the beautiful greenery nature of Eltham. The Brazilian BBQ experience is one of a kind on weekends. Don't miss out on exquisite breakfast & lunch menu.Brazilian BBQ, Garlic Parmesan Steak, Chicken Parma, Mongolian Beef, Chimney cakes, Coffee and homemade gelato are the most popular at Merika.Peaceful indoor & outdoor space.

3. Now and Not Yet

4.9

Exceptional(35)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Warrandyte

Booked 2 times today

One of Melbourne's most successful and popular not-for-profit social enterprises, Now and Not Yet, just over the road from the beautiful Yarra River, is a cafe worth visiting. Featured on channel nine postcards, our passionate chef team has worked for some of the industry's leaders, such as Stephanie Alexander. The classic Melbourne cafe menu offers all-day breakfast with the flavour-packed smashed avocado and a great selection of lunch options. The industrial character creates a welcome but funky environment that fits well into the beautiful leafy country in the city Warrandyte vibe.

4. Isme Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(19)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Lebanese • Thornbury

Booked 9 times today

ISME 2.0 IS HERE 🍸After many months of curating and perfecting, the time has officially come to open Isme back to our beloved customers.We are elated to welcome you to our dining table this October. 🍽️Our online booking system will be live mid September, and we cannot wait to share the culinary masterpiece we’ve been working on. 👨🏼‍🍳Keep an eye on our Instagram for official launch dates, updates and sneak peaks.The message at Isme Restaurant is simple:Welcome home. See you in October.

5. Feekah Doncaster

4.0

Excellent(3)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Doncaster

Booked 5 times today

Breakfast, brunch, lunch, highteas, boozy brunches.Whether you’re planning a special celebration or a chic get-together, our venue offers a stunning setting for unforgettable moments.

6. Benzina Cantina

4.4

Awesome(147)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Preston

Booked 4 times today

Benzina Cantina is a go-to brunch spot with a vibrant atmosphere and mouth-watering Mexican food. Reviews rave about their 'bottomless brunch with Heather' and how it's a 'good time - just be prepared to sleep the rest of the day away'. The food and drinks, especially the margaritas, are highly praised. It's not just about the food; the service is also consistently friendly and efficient.

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7. YASSAS The Greek Way - Eastland

4.6

Exceptional(107)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Greek • Ringwood

Booked 5 times today

We’re here to treat you with the traditional Greek street food with a Melbourne twist. YASSAS Experience begins the moment you step in any of our restaurants, as we feed you the Greek Way.

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8. Fordham’s Milk Bar

4.7

Exceptional(68)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Camberwell

Booked 5 times today

Fordham's Milk Bar is a cafe and restaurant, open 7 days a week, 365 days a year! We pride ourselves on our delicious food, homemade cake and ice-cream, and great coffee. We aim to deliver a friendly and personal service.

9. Platter Pantry

4.6

Exceptional(141)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Croydon

Booked 4 times today

Visit the unique and cozy Platter Pantry Fromagerie Cafe, nestled in the heart of Croydon. This quaint French inspired venue is a special place to dine with friends, loved ones and family. You will feel as though you have taken a little trip to Paris while sitting and enjoying the stunning fresh high end foods on offer, made with local and imported produce.Whether it be a fabulous Coffee, a freshly made lemonade scone, all day breakfast, a chicken baguette or a fine cheese board, you will feel in heaven when dining here! Come and say hello, we would love to have you!

10. Milk and Wine Co.

4.7

Exceptional(154)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Ringwood

Booked 3 times today

Milk+Wine Co. is a family-run business offering local knowledge and hospitality. Run by homegrown Heathmont lovers, the owners recognise the importance of community; giving Heathmont back a place for locals to call home. Milk+Wine Co. has taken over the location of the iconic cafe formally known as Barclays, and are offering a contemporary menu and atmosphere complemented with exceptional customer service.

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Rae
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 6, 2025
All 4 of us enjoyed the beautiful food. Was a little bit noisy, especially fir 3 of us with hearing issues, but we still appreciated the lovely staff and food.
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Rivers Cafe and FoodstorePrice: Moderate• Café• Yarrambat
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4.5
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Gulsah
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 21, 2025
Our experience was amazing! The food and the service was amazing was incredible. Will definitely be back.
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Isme RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Lebanese• Thornbury
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4.7
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Nadine
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 13, 2024
Beautiful little cafe with the loveliest staff. Nothing was too difficult. Will definitely be going back.
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Now and Not YetPrice: Moderate• Café• Warrandyte
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4.9
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Russell
Victoria •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 3, 2024
We went for a late brunch and were impressed with the range of food available. Service was first class, friendly and pleasant. Good coffee and nice wines.
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Merika Cafe & RestaurantPrice: Expensive• International• Eltham
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5
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Victoria •1 review
4.0
Dined on Apr 1, 2024
It was raining the day f our booking and while there were plenty of seats available we were seated in the “outdoor” or “undercover” area and rain was coming through
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Feekah DoncasterPrice: Moderate• Australian• Doncaster
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