Opening hours
| Monday | 7 am – 4 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am – 4 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am – 4 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am – 4 pm |
| Friday | 7 am – 4 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address71-73 Palmerston Crescent, South Melbourne VIC
- Phone(03) 9690 1111
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
71-73 Palmerston Crescent, South Melbourne VIC · 2.4 km from Melbourne centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypeCafé
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
- AreaSouth Melbourne, Melbourne
- StateVictoria
- HoursOpen 5 days a week (closed Saturdays & Sundays), from early morning
About Ground Cafe
Ground Cafe is a cafés & brunch café in South Melbourne, Victoria. You'll find it at 71-73 Palmerston Crescent, South Melbourne VIC, roughly 2.4 km from the Melbourne city centre.
Australia's café culture is world-famous: expertly made flat whites, all-day brunch, smashed avo and house-baked treats. Cafés are usually busiest on weekend mornings and many close by mid-afternoon.
Ground Cafe is open 5 days a week (closed Saturdays & Sundays), from early morning; the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in South Melbourne? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Long Dragon Dumpling House and Cafe Scene.
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
What to order
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Closest restaurants to Ground Cafe
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Long Dragon Dumpling House 🥟 Chinese · South Melbourne70 mN · 1 min walk
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2
Cafe Scene ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 88 Albert Road, South Melbourne120 mE · 1 min walk
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3
Philoçoffee Espresso Bar ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 162 Albert Road, South Melbourne160 mS · 2 min walk -
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Sushi Lane 🍣 Japanese · Southbank190 mNE · 2 min walk
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5
Eatworx ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Southbank200 mNE · 2 min walk
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6
The Kettle Black ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 50 Albert Road, South Melbourne220 mNE · 3 min walk -
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The Olive Tree Bistro 🍝 Italian · 19 Park Street, South Melbourne250 mN · 3 min walk -
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Rising Sun Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 2 Raglan Street, South Melbourne250 mSW · 3 min walk
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9
Eastern Road Larder ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 74 Eastern Road, South Melbourne250 mSW · 3 min walk
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10
Tempura Hajime 🍣 Japanese · 60 Park Street, Southbank250 mN · 3 min walk
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Eating out in South Melbourne
South Melbourne is home to 122 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Melbourne area with 9,581 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, pubs & bistros, international restaurants. Within 25 km of Ground Cafe there are 8,538 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Southbank (1.2 km), Albert Park (1.5 km), Middle Park (1.9 km), South Yarra (2.0 km).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Ground Cafe located?
Ground Cafe is located at 71-73 Palmerston Crescent, South Melbourne VIC. It is about 2.4 km from the centre of Melbourne. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of Ground Cafe?
Ground Cafe is open 5 days a week (closed Saturdays & Sundays), from early morning. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Melbourne time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does Ground Cafe serve?
Ground Cafe serves Cafés & Brunch cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact Ground Cafe?
You can reach Ground Cafe by phone on (03) 9690 1111.
What is the closest restaurant to Ground Cafe?
The closest venue is Long Dragon Dumpling House, about 70 m to the north (1 min walk). Other close options include Cafe Scene (120 m), Philoçoffee Espresso Bar (160 m), Sushi Lane (190 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near Ground Cafe?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Mister Margherita (Pizza, 260 m), Trend Cafe and Restaurant (Pizza, 640 m), MoVida (Spanish & Portuguese, 2.1 km).
Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near South Melbourne?
Other cafés & brunch venues close by include Velvet Bean (260 m), Albert Gourmet Deli (260 m), Mr Albert Eastern Cafe (270 m).
How many restaurants are there in South Melbourne?
Our guide lists 122 places to eat in South Melbourne, most commonly cafés & brunch (33), pubs & bistros (23), international restaurants (12). Within 25 km there are 8,538 venues in total.