Opening hours
| Monday | 7 am – 8 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am – 8 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am – 8 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am – 8 pm |
| Friday | 7 am – 9 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am – 5 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am – 5 pm |
Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address253 Flinders Lane, Melbourne VIC
- Phone(03) 9650 4399
- Websitejournalcafemelbourne.com
- CuisineBreakfast
253 Flinders Lane, Melbourne VIC
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About The Journal Cafe
The Journal Cafe is a cafés & brunch café in Melbourne, Victoria. You'll find it at 253 Flinders Lane, Melbourne VIC.
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.
The Journal Cafe is open 7 days, from early morning; the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in Melbourne? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Cafe Andiamo and Centro Espresso.
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
- 📶Free Wi-Fi
What to order
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Closest restaurants to The Journal Cafe
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Cafe Andiamo ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Melbourne10 mS · 1 min walk
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2
Centro Espresso 🍽️ International · Melbourne20 mNW · 1 min walk
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3
Rosa Mexicano 🌮 Mexican & Latin American · Melbourne20 mW · 1 min walk
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4
Café Andiamo 🍝 Italian · 36-38 Degraves Street, Melbourne20 mS · 1 min walk
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5
Xpressomondo ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Melbourne20 mSW · 1 min walk
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6
Brunetti ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Melbourne20 mN · 1 min walk
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7
Mock Turtle ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Melbourne30 mS · 1 min walk
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8
Degraves Espresso Bar ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 23 Degraves Street, Melbourne30 mSW · 1 min walk
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9
Lustre Bar 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · Melbourne30 mNW · 1 min walk
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10
Pa Tong 🍜 Thai · Flinders Lane, Melbourne30 mW · 1 min walk
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Eating out in Melbourne
Melbourne is home to 536 places to eat in our guide. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, international restaurants, japanese restaurants. Within 25 km of The Journal Cafe there are 8,497 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Greek Precinct (660 m), East End Theatre District (680 m), Koreatown (950 m), Southbank (950 m).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is The Journal Cafe located?
The Journal Cafe is located at 253 Flinders Lane, Melbourne VIC. 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 The Journal Cafe?
The Journal Cafe is open 7 days, 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 The Journal Cafe serve?
The Journal Cafe serves Breakfast cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact The Journal Cafe?
You can reach The Journal Cafe by phone on (03) 9650 4399 or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to The Journal Cafe?
The closest venue is Cafe Andiamo, about 10 m to the south (1 min walk). Other close options include Centro Espresso (20 m), Rosa Mexicano (20 m), Café Andiamo (20 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near The Journal Cafe?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include MoVida (Spanish & Portuguese, 300 m), Trattoria Emilia (International, 330 m), Elchi (Indian, 650 m).
Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near Melbourne?
Other cafés & brunch venues close by include Degraves Street (30 m), Dukes Coffee Roasters (30 m), El Churro Cafe (30 m).
How many restaurants are there in Melbourne?
Our guide lists 536 places to eat in Melbourne, most commonly cafés & brunch (146), international restaurants (64), japanese restaurants (47). Within 25 km there are 8,497 venues in total.