Food and retail on campus
Explore the wide range of food, drink and retail options across University of Melbourne campuses.
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Alleyway Kitchen
A sophisticated interpretation of authentic Chinese cuisine.
- VO
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Amicus Espresso
A small cafe with a great variety of vegetarian options.
- VO
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Axil Coffee Roasters
Laid back espresso bar with jaffles and pastries.
- GFO
- VO
- VGO
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Books n Bites
A range of breakfast and lunch options and a selection of smoothies.
- VO
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Cafe 723
A wide range of delicious Chinese cuisine in an easily accessible location.
- VO
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Cafe Commercio
A multicultural menu for an on-the-go or relaxed lunch.
- VO
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Campus Canteen
Healthy, hearty meals that rotate daily, using the freshest seasonal ingredients.
- GFO
- VO
- VGO
- HO
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The Campus General Store
A general convenience store with a wide range of products.
- GFO
- VO
- VGO
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Carte Crepes
Traditional and inventive crepes to take away, plus specialty coffee.
- VO
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Castro's Kiosk
Coffee and light on-the-go options in a great spot for catch ups.
- GFO
- VO
- VGO
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Cosmos by St Ali
An Italian diner serving pizza, pasta and aperitivo. Open for events only.
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Curry Workshop
Indian street food, snacks, curry, desserts and drinks.
- VO
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Espresso Bar
Coffee, tea and breakfast treats to grab on-the-go.
- VO
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Gilbert
A new cafe offering delicious coffee and food.
- GFO
- VO
- VGO
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Gong cha
Assorted bubble tea with dairy-free, gluten-free and vegan options.
- GFO
- VO
- VGO
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Haymarket Place Cafe
A locally-owned and family-run restaurant serving Lebanese delights.
- VO
- VGO
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HealthSmart Pharmacy
The HealthSmart pharmacy team offers expert knowledge in community pharmacy services, giftware, clothing and mother and baby services.
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Ho Ho's Canteen
A range of lunch options including salads, sandwiches and felafel along with coffee and sweet treats.
- VO
- VGO
- HO
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House of Cards
A socially responsible cafe where you choose to support a cause with every purchase.
- VO
- VGO
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Ida Bar
Set to be your new favourite hangout on campus. Happy hour from 4-6pm every day.
- GFO
- VO
- VGO
- HO
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Little Mylk Bar
Tasty vegan street food from a small food and coffee van, running on the passion to build a kinder future.
- GFO
- VO
- VGO
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Mazaya Cafe
A Middle Eastern cafe with vegetarian and vegan options, perfect for a quick takeaway.
- VO
- VGO
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Mofo Burgers
Unpretentious all-day restaurant dishing up comfort food classics, plus coffee and shakes.
- GFO
- VO
- VGO
- HO
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Moonfishh
Hand-selected daily from the Melbourne Seafood Market and served in biodegradable packaging.
- VO
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PappaRich
A modern version of the traditional Malaysian coffee shop.
- VO
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Parcel Lockers
Shop online and collect for free anytime. Parcel pick up, send and return.
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Passeggiata
Coffee and Italian style lunches with vegetarian options.
- VO
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Press & Grocers Co
A cafe, bottle shop and supermarket committed to quality products.
- GFO
- VO
- VGO
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Prince Alfred Rooftop & Bar
Buzzy student haunt with a rooftop bar, serving up casual pub grub, open every day from 12pm.
- VO
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Professors Walk Cafe
An environmentally focused and community oriented cafe in the Baillieu Library building.
- GFO
- VO
- VGO
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Residence at the Potter
A contemporary dining experience grounded in education, creativity and exceptional service.
- GFO
- VO
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Rice Workshop
A take away rice bar offering authentic Japanese fast food – efficient, satisfying and great value.
- VO
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Roll’d
Casual spot serving classic Vietnamese street food, including banh mi and pho.
- GFO
- VO
- VGO
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Scholar & Co
Bagels, coffee and more, with indoor and outdoor patio seating.
- VO
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Standing Room
Ethically-sourced coffee beans roasted locally in Melbourne. Takeaway only.
- VO
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Studio 22
Healthy meals and vegetarian-friendly food offerings at a takeaway cafe.
- VO
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Superfloor Cafe
A full drinks menu, ready-made breakfast snacks and lunch service.
- VO
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Thailander
Authentic Thai cuisine made with fresh ingredients.
- GFO
- VO
- VGO
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University Merchandise Shop
The University of Melbourne’s official range of clothing and accessories has been over 160 years in the making.
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Vending machines
Explore the variety of food and drink vending machines across our campuses.
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Zambrero
Freshly-prepared Mexican favourites with a focus on modern, superfood ingredients.
- GFO
- VO
- VGO
GFO = gluten free options | VO = vegetarian options | VGO = vegan options | HO = halal options
This list does not include all businesses located around the campus. The businesses featured here are direct tenants of the University and have premises that are accessible to both staff and students.
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Betwixt Cafe and Bar
Serving up Japanese fusion for lunch and dinner, including a pre-theatre menu.
- VO
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Campus Canteen
Southbank’s new spot for a healthy, affordable lunch or dinner. Drop by to see what’s on the menu for the day.
- GFO
- VO
- VGO
- HO
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Journeys Cafe
A joint initiative with the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre where the menu is inspired by the cultures of employees.
- GFO
- VO
- VGO
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Lionel's Cafe
University House's Southbank location with light meals and snacks to enjoy with a coffee or alcoholic beverage.
- VO
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Little Black Coffee Shop
Coffee kiosk with outdoor seating - perfect for dog-spotting.
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Vending machines
Explore the variety of food and drink vending machines across our campuses.
GFO = gluten free options | VO = vegetarian options | VGO = vegan options | HO = halal options
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Burnley
It has not been feasible to sustain a café operator at Burnley but the campus is within three minutes’ walk to four nearby cafes and bars in the neighbouring commercial precinct.
Creswick
It has not been feasible to attract a café operator to Creswick but the campus is within five minutes’ walk to multiple cafes within the township. The University is grateful that a locally based contract caterer provides meals from time-to-time for visiting staff and students (as required by field trip and event organisers).
Dookie
It has not been feasible to attract a café operator to Dookie due to the remote location and unique nature of the campus programs. There are vending machines on campus and the University is grateful that a locally based contract caterer provides meals for visiting staff and resident undergraduate students (as required by program managers and event organisers).
GFO = gluten free options | VO = vegetarian options | VGO = vegan options | HO = halal options
Food and beverage vouchers
If you're looking for an easy, convenient option for catering your next on-campus event, Campus Management can help you organise vouchers for students, staff or conference attendees to redeem at selected campus cafes.
Benefits of using food and beverage vouchers include:
- Simpler event management
- Support our valued on-campus cafes
- Enhanced support for students
- Tangible rewards for staff.
Please consider this option as a convenient alternative to using external food trucks or coffee carts and help keep our University spend on-campus.
For enquiries, please contact Brit Brand in the real estate team: brit.brand@unimelb.edu.au
On campus catering
If you're looking to cater an on-campus event, consider getting quotes from our campus cafes.
Benefits of using on-campus catering include:
- More cost-effective
- On-campus retailers know the campus well
- Prepared to handle smaller volumes
- Reduced or no delivery fees.
The following cafes have recognised experience in delivering catering: