Caffè Lento
109 Scotchmer St, Fitzroy North, Victoria, 3068
“Crafted Coffee, Served with Heart.”
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Why Choose Caffè Lento?
Caffè Lento (also known as Dench) is a neighbourhood bakery and brunch spot in Fitzroy North where house-roasted coffee pairs with housemade bread and pastries. Locals return for the freshly baked bread, lamingtons and meat pies, with delivery, takeaway and dine-in options available, plus outdoor seating and wheelchair access.
About Caffè Lento
Caffè Lento is a neighbourhood café in Fitzroy North that works as much like a bakery as a brunch spot, which is why it earns a place here. Coffee is roasted in-house, and the kitchen turns out housemade bread and pastries alongside a full breakfast, brunch and lunch menu. You can dine in, take away or have it delivered, and there's outdoor seating, wheelchair-accessible entry and plenty of room inside.
On the baking side, we hear people come for the bread and the pies. One local went as far as calling the meat pie the best they'd ever had, and the same person had kind words for the lamington with jam and the lemon slice. A raspberry danish and croissants feature on the menu, and baked goods arrive fresh from the oven. If you're after something to take home, that's the end of the counter to head for.
Sit down and the menu runs wide. The chilli scramble and chilli eggs get plenty of love, and poached eggs, roasted tomatoes and grilled halloumi turn up in dishes people rave about. There are vegetarian and vegan options, plus a brunch bowl, pancakes and a Mexican-style breakfast with chorizo. Plating gets a mention, so expect food that looks as good as it tastes, and portions that are generous.
People talk about the ambience as relaxed and cosy, a good spot for a meeting or a quiet catch-up. Prices are seen as fair for what you get, and the staff are often described as friendly. We've heard the odd comment that food can take a little while to come out and that service can be uneven on a busy day, so allow some time if you're keen to linger.
Doors are open every day, with a slightly later start on weekends, but check the hours before you head in. If you're picking up pastries or bread, it's a good idea to go earlier in the day.
Location
What Customers Say on Google
“I love Dench! Best bread in Melbourne. Have always loved the pastries too but only recently tried their meat pie. Hands down the best meat pie I've ever had!”
“Great bang for the buck too because the price wasn't too crazy either.”
“That was the best chilli eggs i have eaten in my life!!! You wont be dissapointed The waiter was amazing and greeted me with a huge smile and made me feel relaxed…”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Caffè Lento
Caffè Lento is known for fresh-baked bread and pies alongside a full brunch menu. Locals rate the meat pie highly, with one calling it the best they've had, and the housemade pastries and lamington also get praise. It functions as both a bakery and a café, roasting its own coffee in-house.
The menu covers coffee (latte, cappuccino, flat white, espresso, macchiato, mocha), cold drinks like iced matcha and iced chai, salads including a Caesar and Greek salad, and breakfast options such as eggs on toast, oat and chia porridge, breakfast rolls and avocado smash. Bread and pastries are baked fresh on site, with vegetarian and vegan options available.
Yes, Caffè Lento offers dine-in, takeaway and delivery. The space has indoor seating plus outdoor seating, and the entrance and seating are wheelchair accessible, so it suits a sit-down brunch or a quick pie and coffee on the go.
Caffè Lento is regarded locally for good value and a welcoming team, with generous portions noted by visitors. It serves breakfast, brunch and lunch with a varied menu including salads, eggs, porridge and breakfast rolls, making it a solid option whether you are stopping in for coffee or a full meal.
Catering is listed among Caffè Lento's services, alongside dine-in, takeaway and delivery. For specifics on catering options or to check pricing, it's best to contact the bakery directly.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +61 3 9069 2450
- admin@caffelento.com
- Address
- 109 Scotchmer St, Fitzroy North, Victoria, 3068
Opening Hours
- Monday
- 7am-3pm
- Tuesday
- 7am-3pm
- Wednesday
- 7am-3pm
- Thursday
- 7am-3pm
- Friday
- 7am-3pm
- Saturday
- 8am-3pm
- Sunday
- 8am-3pm
Business Details
- Service Options
- Takeaway, Dine-in
- Payment Methods
- Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments
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