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The Copper Mill

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The Copper Mill is a popular, casual cafe on Mitchell Road in Alexandria, with high ceilings and an industrial look. It serves breakfast, brunch and lunch, is dog friendly at its outdoor tables, and is known for its carrot cake. Kirsova 1 Playground is about 5 minutes' walk away.

Breakfast and brunchDog owners with outdoor seatingCarrot cake fansFamiliesLocal lunch stop

About The Copper Mill

Food at The Copper Mill

Breakfast, brunch and lunch, with toasted sandwiches, eggs on toast and avocado toast on the breakfast side. Reviewers mention a zaatar bagel with halloumi, a Reuben and a chicken parmigiana. Vegetarian options are on the menu. Plates are generous, and one reviewer said leftovers were packed up for later.

What to order: Carrot cake, which several reviewers mention

Coffee and drinks

Reviewers praise the coffee, and one found the dirty chai good. One reviewer ordered an earl grey latte expecting milk and tea and got a drink with espresso shots, so check the drink before ordering.

Dogs at the outdoor tables at The Copper Mill

Dogs are welcome at the outdoor tables. One reviewer with two dogs says staff leaned out of the window to offer them treats while they waited to order. Reviewers describe the owners as easy to talk to and passionate about the cafe.

Facilities at The Copper Mill

🍳Breakfast
🥪Lunch
🧒Kids' menu✗
🐕Dogs outside
🌤️Outdoor seating
♿Step-free entry
🚻Toilets
🅿️Parking

What visitors say about The Copper Mill?Summarised from recent Google reviews.

  • 💬Reviewers say the staff are welcoming and the food arrives quickly.
  • 💬Reviewers praise the atmosphere, with a local, industrial feel.
  • 💬Two reviewers mention the carrot cake, with one finding the base dense.

Near The Copper Mill

Visitor tips for The Copper Mill

  • ✓Weekends can have queues, and one reviewer found it fine on a weekday after lunch.
  • ✓Order the carrot cake from the cabinet by the entrance door; one large slice is usually enough for two.
  • ✓Trading ends at 2:30pm, so come before then for a late breakfast.

Getting to The Copper Mill

338-356 Mitchell Road, Alexandria. Parking is available, and one reviewer found it easy. The cafe is step-free, and Kirsova 1 Playground is about 5 minutes' walk away.

FAQ

Is The Copper Mill dog friendly?

Dogs are welcome at the outdoor tables, and reviewers with dogs describe a warm welcome.

Does The Copper Mill serve breakfast and lunch?

Yes, it serves breakfast, brunch and lunch.

Is there parking near The Copper Mill?

Parking is available, and one reviewer found it easy on a weekday.

Does The Copper Mill have vegetarian food?

Yes, vegetarian options are on the menu.