Here’s a list of cafes in the Geelong region open on the King’s Birthday public holiday to get your daily caffeine fix
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11.06.2023

Here’s a list of cafes in the Geelong region open on the King’s Birthday public holiday to get your daily caffeine fix

Mercy Cafe

Another day, another cup of coffee.

A good coffee is more than just a necessary morning routine – it’s an art. An art that has evolved over time to become one of man’s most beloved rituals, and there are some damn fine coffee shops around the region renowned for producing some of the best coffee in the world. A good morning coffee is an experience that really shouldn’t be interrupted, whether it’s a public holiday or not.

Here’s a list of some of the best places where you can get your fix on the King’s Birthday public holiday on Monday this week.

Brother Lawrence

Alongside the dense, chewy hoops (bagels) at Brother Lawrence, the cafe also boasts a quaint but vibrant breakfast and lunch menu inspired by fresh and local produce while you’ll also find a cabinet stocked with focaccias, freshly squeezed juices, sparkling drinks, hot drinks, assorted tea from Love Tea and coffee by Ona, brewed and served to perfection. Plus there are hot cross bagels.

Open from 9am-2pm.

Where: 11 Rutland Street, Newtown.

Sweet Adeline Cafe

Whether you’re keen to hit the walking track or just stock up on some sweets, Sweet Adeline Cafe is the pop-up you need to swing by.

They’ll be open from 8am.

Where: 1/560 Latrobe Blvd, Newtown

Vid Bar Highton

This gem is all about delivering the sweet, sweet overseas culinary classics, headlined by a range of authentic tasty bite-sized Greek doughnuts (aka loukoumades aka pieces of heaven). For the public holiday, they’ll be open from 11am to 10pm.

Where: 4/1-3 Belle Vue Ave, Highton

The Grove Coffee Co

Renowned for its great quality coffee, simple but quality-driven food, and an ethos of friendly, light-hearted service driven by a want to please, this little gem is also open.

Where: 2/85 The Terrace, Ocean Grove

Winters Cafe

Located at the river end of Pako, Winters has become a mainstay in the Geelong brekky scene. Their menu comes equipped with a local, seasonal focus meaning you’re always going to get the best locally sourced ingredients Geelong has to offer.

They’ll be open from 9am-2pm.

Where: 330 Pakington St, Newtown.

Geelong West Social Club

You know when you find yourself in a bit of a hurry, don’t want to spend a heap of money, but want some good tasty food and smooth hot coffee, where do you go? The Geelong West Social Club, that’s where – especially with their delicious array of bagels.

The G.W.S.C team are open 8am-1pm.

Where: 1b Yuille Street, Geelong West

Brown Deli

Tucked away on Geelong’s Waterfront, Brown Deli is the new pint-sized cafe to draw in the locals with its Korean-inspired bagels, toasties, coffees and good vibes throughout the week. For the public holiday, they’ll be open 8am-1pm.

Where: 5 Cunningham Street, Geelong.

Uptown Geelong

Uptown Geelong is the go-to breakfast and brunch restaurant for anyone looking for a unique fusion of Modern Australian and Asian cuisine in a contemporary retro-style setting. For King’s Birthday, they’ll be open 8am-2pm.

Where: 316B Pakington Street, Newtown.

Kilgour St Grocer

Kilgour St Grocer is so much more than your average corner store. Expect to find everything you would from a grocer, including local preserves, fresh bread, sweets and essentials like toilet paper, to coffee and a selection of sandwiches, rolls, and sweet goodies. For King’s Birthday, they’ll be open 8am to 2pm.

Where: 164 Kilgour Street, Geelong.

Darling West

Darling West is the adorable and wholesome new look from the Three Little Figs team! Family vibes, great food and epic coffee. They’re open 8am to 3pm.

Where: 240 Pakington St, Geelong West

Le Cafe

With views beholding Austin Park and towards the Eastern beach, this spot is perfect for a quick coffee run, a meeting spot or even a cute family brunch for both guests and the general public. Open 7am to 3pm.

Where: 10 Bellerine St, Geelong

63 Degrees

Pakington Street is on to another winner in the mint green façade that is 63 Degrees. With an ever-changing seasonal menu 63 Degrees rotates a huge range of brunch options sure to keep brunch aficionados on their toes.

The team at 63 will be open from 8-2.

Where: 140 Pakington Street, Geelong West

Mortadeli

In the heart of Torquay is the new home to Mortadeli, a modern twist on a retro deli with a whole lot of soul, looking to keep traditions alive, in a modern and simple way.

They’ll be open 9am-3pm.

Where: Shop 8/4-6 Gilbert Street, Torquay

9 Grams, Torquay, Newtown, Mount Duneed

Bless those that know the public holidays should not be devoid of caffeine. If you’re looking for a brew, these guys are your saving grace and will be slinging takeaways coffees and sweets. We’ll be asking for a double shot…

Where: 1/343 Pakington Street, Newtown; 101 Unity Drive, Mount Duneed; and 6 Gilbert Street, Torquay.

King of the Castle

KOTC never fails to hit the cravings when it comes to caffeine and all things delicious, especially with their Kings Breakfast, brioche French Toast, banoffee waffles and avocado toast.

KOTC will be open 7:30pm to 2pm.

Where: 24 Pakington Street, Geelong

Local Geelong

Local Geelong is a well-loved cafe slinging coffee, cake, brunch and pastries all day. With treats seven days a week and some of the smoothest coffee around town, we’re stoked that the team are open on most, if not all, public holidays. Slinging takeaway goods for all, you’ll be able to load up with a range of pastries, buns, bread and snacks.

Open from 7:30am-12pm.

Where: 175 McKillop St, Geelong

Untitled, Armstrong Creek & Geelong

They might be known for their famous bagels (seriously, so good), but the overarching reason we race down there on the daily is for their piping hot cups of coffee, made with their own specialty blend ‘Smooth Blend’, courtesy of Three Little Beans roastery, located right here in Geelong.

Geelong venue will be open from 8am to 2pm while Armstrong Creek open 8am-3pm.

Where: Shop T14: 500-540 Torquay Road, Armstrong Creek & 197 Yarra Street, Geelong.

Torquay Larder

With good vibes and gourmet goodies this pocket-sized cafe will be open 8am – 4pm slinging perfectly brewed Campos Coffee. Plus, you’ll be able to pick up delicious Noisette Bakery pastries and cinnamon scrolls to indulge in.

Where: 5 Gilbert Street, Torquay

Warralily Cockatoo

If you ever find yourself asking what’s better than a morning sleep-in, the answer is a day spent with an excellent coffee in one hand and a spoonful of something delicious in the other – and both can be done at Warralily Cockatoo on the public holiday.

They’ll be open regular hours.

Where: Warralily Village Shop 19, 3/33 Central Bvd, Armstrong Creek

Wild Goat Coffee Co

Whether it’s a flat white, cappuccino, long black, a latte on ice or even a mocha choc you’re after, Wild Goat’s friendly but speedy baristas have you sorted, churning out high-quality coffees at an impressive rate. Drive on through and grab a coffee to go. Open 7:30am-1pm.

Where: 42 Fellmongers Rd, Breakwater

Box Office

Box Office might just be the most exciting shipping container in Geelong, serving up a whole host of café classics and international-themed dishes.

Serving coffee from Axil Coffee Roasters, these guys are open for all your coffee and food needs from 6:30am.

Where: 77 Preston St, Geelong West

The Salty Dog Café

A café located right on the beach, this one is perfect for you and your pup’s morning coffee. There’s nothing like soaking up the view over Fisherman’s beach with a selection of breakfasts, toasties, beverages and cakes. You’ll find a tonne of water bowls scattered around the place as well as puppaccinos and plenty of space to stretch their little legs. Salty dogs are always welcome.

For King’s B’day, this cafe will be open from 6am for coffee with brunch served all day.

Where: 50 The Esplanade, Torquay

BeachHouse Barwon Heads

Once the old Fire Station, BeachHouse Barwon Heads showcases some of the Bellarine Peninsula’s finest produce, wine, cider, beer, and delicious breakfast and coffee.

The BeachHouse will be open for the public holiday.

Where: 48 Hitchcock Ave, Barwon Heads

Bean Squeeze

These coffee drive-throughs are spotted all over Geelong and they’re good for much more than just speedy coffees. If you’ve got a furry pal with you, you’ll get some smacko treats with your drink. Perfect for when you’re on the run!

Where: various locations around town

Mercy Cafe

Operating out of a beautifully renovated shipping container, Mercy serves up some damn fine cups of Mikro Coffee Roasters coffee with a food menu that features a bevvy of sandwiches and baguettes all made on-site.

Mercy will be open on the public holiday from 7-1 for takeaway only.

Where: 401 Eastern Park Circuit, Geelong

Iberia Geelong

Your favourite Geelong local cafe serving up coffee, food & liquor. Locally roasted coffee, a fresh, delicious and considered menu. Iberia will be open on King’s B’day from 8am-1pm.

Where: 137 Shannon Ave, Manifold Heights.

Skinny Dippers Café

Renowned for their Gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, and vegan/vegetarian whole foods. Open 8-2 at Newtown and 8-2 East Geelong.

Where: 2 Lambert Ave, Newtown & 261 Myers St, East Geelong.

Van Loons Café

Van Loons Café serves delicious house-made meals and cakes and they’ll be open from 9am.

Where: 405 Grubb Rd, Wallington

Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie

There’s no denying this venue’s pull. Chocolate and ice cream, is there anything else you need in life? Well yes, they do coffee too. Open from 9am-5pm.

Where:1200, Great Ocean Road, Bellbrae.

Pavilion

Pavilion Geelong is a modern cafe along the shore of Eastern Beach, serving breakfast, lunch, coffee, and takeaway sweet and savoury treats. Open from 6:30am-4pm if you’re after a scenic caffeine hit.

Where: 95 Eastern Beach Rd, Geelong

TonTon

Pushing the boundaries of what we understand the cafe experience to be, TonTon is one of the newest venues to join the Geelong hospitality scene, gifting locals and tourists alike another bright new dining spot. They’re open on King’s birthday from 8am-2pm.

Where: 9/65 Barrabool Rd, Highton Village

Bottles and Barrels

Bottles & Barrels have long been a favourite of ours. If not for their coffee and delicious brunch options, then for their carefully curated selection of boutique wine and craft brews. For the day off, the cafe will be open regular hours from 8am-3:30pm.

Where: 132 Aberdeen Street, Geelong West.

Kyosk Cafe

Kyosk Café is in Ocean Grove and is dedicated to serving up delicious food and coffee from 7am-4pm for the public holiday.

Where: 91 The Parade, Ocean Grove

Paper Cup Co.

Located in Westfield, they’ll be open from 8am to fuel that public holiday shopping.

Where: 217/95 Malop Street, Geelong

Surfside Café

If you feel like hitting the beach or exploring OG, these guys will be open from 8am-4pm

Where: 65/70 Shell Rd, Ocean Grove