NearMeBest cafes in Lilyfield
Last updatedBrew Ha Ha Coffee Roasters leads this list because its beans are roasted on the premises and its cooked breakfast is the dish to order. Pane E Cipolla comes next for food, with breakfast and lunch dishes that cover vegetarian and gluten-free diets. The Local Press rounds out the picks with friendly service and a takeaway menu. All three sit within a short walk of a park.
Quick picks in Lilyfield
- Best for coffee: Brew Ha Ha Coffee Roasters, where the beans are roasted inside the cafe.
- Best for a wide menu: Pane E Cipolla, with vegetarian dishes and a kids' menu.
- Best for a takeaway sandwich: The Local Press, where the chicken sandwich is the one to grab.
Best cafes in Lilyfield, ranked
#1Brew Ha Ha Coffee Roasters for roasted-on-site coffee
$🐕 Dogs outsideOutdoor seating🌳 War Memorial Park, 3 min walkBrew Ha Ha Coffee Roasters roasts its beans inside the cafe, and that is the main reason to go. Cappuccino, flat white and piccolo are the drinks regulars name first, so pair one with the cooked breakfast on sourdough. The cafe is open daily from 7am to 2pm, and it sells beans and ground coffee to take home. It sits on the corner of Catherine and Piper streets, a 3-minute walk from War Memorial Park.
#2Pane E Cipolla for a varied menu with gluten-free options
$🐕 Dogs outsideOutdoor seating🌳 Callan Park, 6 min walkPane E Cipolla has the widest menu of the three, with gluten-free toast, vegetarian dishes and a kids' menu. Customers single out the smashed avocado and the roast pumpkin salad with feta, brown rice and chicken. Coffee drinkers call the coffee excellent. Early risers can get in from 6am, and the doors close at 3pm. A stroll to Callan Park takes about six minutes.
#3The Local Press for a relaxed lunch and a takeaway sandwich
$$🐕 Dogs outsideOutdoor seating🌳 Callan Park, 7 min walkThe Local Press suits a relaxed meal with a friendly, hands-on owner. Order the chicken sandwich to take away, or the burger with chips, and pair either with an oat flat white. It is the priciest of the three, at the $$ level. The outdoor tables are open to dogs, with a small playground next door for children. Weekdays start at 6am and finish at 3:30pm, and Callan Park is about seven minutes on foot.
Compare best cafes in Lilyfield
The table below compares price, brunch, outdoor seating, dog access and nearby parks for each cafe.
| Cafe | Price | Brunch | Outdoor | Dogs | Weekends | Nearest park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brew Ha Ha Coffee Roasters | $ | ✓ | ✓ | Outside | ✓ | War Memorial Park, 3 min |
| Pane E Cipolla | $ | ✓ | ✓ | Outside | ✓ | Callan Park, 6 min |
| The Local Press | $$ | ✓ | ✓ | Outside | ✓ | Callan Park, 7 min |
How we picked best cafes in Lilyfield
Each cafe was ordered by its overall score, which weighs public feedback by how many customers left it, then by what this page covers: coffee, food and the range of the menu. Food and coffee notes were compared across the three before the order was set. Every pick has outdoor seating and serves breakfast and lunch, so the order comes down to coffee and menu range.
Best cafes in Lilyfield: FAQ
Which Lilyfield cafe has the best coffee?
Brew Ha Ha Coffee Roasters is the one to try for coffee, which customers describe as smooth. You can also buy the roast as whole beans or ground.
Where can I get a wheat-free breakfast in Lilyfield?
Pane E Cipolla on Orange Grove Plaza is the choice for a wheat-free breakfast, with gluten-free toast and a menu of dishes that avoid gluten.
What time do Lilyfield cafes open on a Sunday?
Pane E Cipolla opens at 6am on Sunday and closes at 3pm. Brew Ha Ha Coffee Roasters opens at 7am and closes at 2pm, while The Local Press runs 7am to 1pm.