Wonderful small quaint courtyard in a quite neighborhood. Good variety breakfast and lunch items read more

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Red the colour of passion and love. Well I am both passionate and love the Red Door Corner Store! If there was ever a cafe worth going out of your way to check out, it is this place. The coffee is superb - with ever changing options of single origin blends to choose from, as well as the usual house blends that most cafes have, which are always extremely tasty. Their menu is on the unique and very very yummy side of the cafe spectrum. And their many baked goods are all superbly crafted. In fact there is little that the Red Door Corner Store doesn't do well. Their staff are all knowledgeable, friendly, happy and attentive. And they sell a range of home made jams, conserves, chutneys and sauces that you can buy to take home with you. They also sell take-away freshly baked bread, if you are still feeling a little peckish are a veritable feast of Corner Store delights. I really can't recommend this place enough. I even like the fact that it is situated in a back streets of Northcote - not another shop in sight. read more

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A fantastic little neighborhood cafe - if only it was in my neighborhood! As with most good brunch places it was busy on the beautiful spring day that I visited however staff are onto it and let you know the approximate wait time - which was spot on. The interior is quirky with framed kitchen utensils hanging on the walls. There is lots of seating inside an options out the back and front too. I ordered the fritters which were crisp and light and came with a delicious sauce. Coffee is good and service even better. read more

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From the outside and even from the photos on yelp, I wasn't that excited to come to Red Door Corner Store. But what they delivered was one the best French toasts I've ever had and some good coffee. My friends had baked eggs and dukkah eggs which were both equally impressive. It's a small little venue when the weekend crowd is in, but we got a seat pretty easily out the back. Price for 3 people was about $85 and included the breakfasts and multiple drinks each. I'm not even sure if that's good value or not these days, but it neither felt cheap nor expensive. Thumbs up to this place! read more

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Dearest Red Door, You make me want to move into the Northcote area. I so wish you were my local cafe. I long to live nearby so I can stroll down to you on a Sunday morning, who am I kidding? Every morning. You have local milk bar vibe on the outside, but the crowded tables filled with satisfied customers allude to a delightful food experience within. I love your busy but relaxed environment and complete charm. Your staff are cheery and helpful and your paper bag menu's and décor casual and quirky, exactly how I like my cafes and brunch spots. I wish your hidden outdoor court yard was my secret. Alas it isn't. Your coffee is a delight. It has the strength of other coffee but none of the bitter aftertaste. You are a bittersweet experience though. As I consume you I just want more. Every. Single. Time. Your food counters make me want to devour everything you have to offer. Even after I have polished off something from your perfect breakfast menu, how is that so? Your baked eggs with beans, bacon and jalapeno oil are spicy and delectable. The accompanying multigrain toast tastefully and texturally fantastic. In fact every time you feed me I think "this is the best dish ever" and then I try something else! See you as soon as I can steel away again. Yours. No really I am. Jo read more

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Iconic must visit Northcote cafe. It's a terrific place. A lovely spot to spend an hour or so. Food's always good and the menu offers good choice. Coffee's always good. Service is always good too. Actually, good understates it. Very good to excellent would be better descriptors. Our coffees here this morning were excellent. Service from multiple servers was great too. read more

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With my friend having recently moved to Thornbury and raving about how he's taken family and friends here, I decided it was time I paid him a visit and had brunch there myself. Located in a suburban street, it is easy to find parking. I drove past it twice thinking it was a milk bar and then it struck me - red door corner store aka milk bar facade - duh! I got there around 11.45am on a Sunday late morning and was told there was a 15 minutes wait. The lovely waitress came up to me just before 12pm and took me to a table of four. When I entered, I noticed tables were scarce and despite more room in the back, I didn't realise that the cafe actually has a beautiful heated covered courtyard. What a gorgeous way to spend a slightly sunny Melbourne July arvo. We were promptly seated and handed menus with so so many options. I had been eyeing the corn zucchini quinoa fritters covered in salsa placed atop a bed of black beans, onions, tomatoes and topped with avocado and a delicious poached egg. So, I got this dish. My brunch companions got the day's special - chilli trout scrambled eggs, the dukkah eggs on toast and the acai bowl. Each dish was substantial and priced around 16-18 dollars - so very reasonable. The coffees arrived quickly. Mine was quite milky but at least it was extra hot. Not strong or robust bodied but good for a Sunday afternoon. My quinoa corn zucchini fritters were quite filling and I only had half of the dish. I didn't taste much sweetness of the corn and thought they were quite bland despite the topping. The black beans seemed out of place but yet were satisfying. The dukkah eggs just tasted quite strange. Dukkah coated eggs was new and I just didn't identify the flavour preferring panko fried eggs. My brunch companion however said that they tasted great with the poached bear and gf bread. So, perhaps the dish only tastes great if you eat it with everything served rather than on its own. Hmm.. My friend devoured his trout chilli scrambled eggs saying that he liked the flavours of the trout though it was not visible but wished it had more chilli in it. The other friend enjoyed her acai bowl which had substantial pieces of fruits and other natural goodness. Service was very quick. Staff attentive and lovely. Split billing available. Definitely keen to go and try more. p.s. The waitress now remembers my friend's coffee order which is very nice. read more

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I love this place. A little more expensive than some but you get a lot for your money. Generous serves of yummy food. Gluten free options and they are careful enough for coeliacs if that happens to be you. Usually open till 3.00 which is another plus. read more

Incredible. I enjoyed the kind of brunch you want to talk about for days but fear the eye rolling and glazed-over faces of those you encounter. The cheesy polenta haloumi dish was perfection. The service was friendly and fit out is warm and welcoming. read more

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This cafe has just won my heart!!!! Can't wait to return to try more of their delicious menu. Today, because I'm on a bit of a detox, I was limited on choices but that did not matter because the spanner crab omelette was simply divine. My partner got the twice cooked duck brioche of which had me salivating just looking at it. Massive food envy!!! Oh well there will definitely be a next time. Heart! read more

Unexpectedly gorgeous surprise in Northcote! Tucked away and quiet, it's like Northcote is keeping this place their own private secret! From first turning the corner and glimpsing the bright red door, to the moment I left, Red Door Corner Store was an absolute delight. It was a freezing but sunny Melbourne morning when I visited, and the very friendly staff offered to put on the heaters for me so I could sit outside. The almond milk latte was made to perfection, the gluten free bread tastes scarily good to be gluten free, the eggs were so fresh and the cabinet of goodies so tempting. I love the industrial feel inside, with quirky red bar stools and all sorts of fascinating utensils hanging on the walls. There's even a secret outdoor eating area out the back - so many hidden surprises! read more

dukka eggs; who knew eggs could get more amazing. not I. and they were poached perfectly, still runny. the saffron infused peach and pomegranate seeds with Persian feta and generous helping of smashed avo was awesome, love that you didn't skimp on portions even with such quality and local produce. so tasty. thank you. read more

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Red Door Corner Store in Northcote is another one of Melbourne's great 'locals-in-the-know' kind of cafe. Situated a few blocks from the High Street on the corner of a roundabout, it is sitting pretty in a beautiful neighbourhood. Walk through the eponymous red door and you will see the place also has red cabinets, red tiles and red teapots. There is some great outdoor space to relax in, whether it be the front footpath or in the back garden, or head inside and grab a seat looking out of the massive glass frontage. The service is prompt and efficient - the team all have a part to play and they play it well. The coffee on offer is the single origin Red Door Blend, which has a light body and hints of apricot, melon and a nutty chocolate finish. It could have been a bit hotter, but with that kind of taste under the hood I really have no reason to complain. For something naughty to accompany the caffeine hit there is a nice stockpile of sweets, including cupcakes, tarts, cookies, cakes and slices, to choose from. The mains stack up well here, too. I decided to do a sweet (from the brunch menu) then savoury (lunch menu) course to make sure all areas of the menu were working in tandem. Off to a great start was the French toast/ brioche, poached pear, salted caramel and creme fraiche. The toast was surprisingly light and the caramel played nicely with the poached pear. But it was disconcerting to find that, to the best of my taste-testing abilities, the poached pear started life in a can. However, the dish does what it needs to do - they just could have taken it a step further. Hopkins River steak sandwich, bacon, tomatoes, caramelised onion, beetroot jam and aioli. I love it when a place uses a proper flavour-packed steak in the sandwich. The garlicky aioli had a bit of a kick, so it wouldn't surprise me if there was a hint of wasabi mixed in as well. Never a big fan of beetroot, it was put to good use here and added a welcome touch of earthy sourness, however, if did make the bread go a bit soggy. This could have been averted by moving the jam to a layer closer to the centre of the sandwich. Wow, it's official - I am a streak sandwich bore. Given their location, Red Door Cafe has to compete with some heavy hitters on the Northcote brunch scene, but it seems they have established a loyal following of regulars - it's worth joining the initiated. read more

This restaurant has some of the best and freshest foods around. It is cute, lovely and hosted by the nicest people you could meet. It completely blew my mind the salads and atmosphere was second to none. I ate there 3 times in 4 days... don't miss this treasure of food heaven!!! Cheers and can't wait to go back...all the way from Califorinia! read more

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The food is off tap!! No other way to put it...well i could say delicious, mouth watering and so on. Its a very busy, fast paced cafe tucked away in a side street. The few times i have been blessed with their service i have had to wait but i assure you....its worth it. Staff are well mannered and polite. The meals are quite large when you compare them to other cafe services and the meals are definitely well priced. Highly recommend. read more

I really, really hope that this place was not christened after the Elizabeth Arden fragrance of the same name because Liz Hurley's affiliation with the brand makes it verge on the demonic for me and I am a BIG fan of the Red Door Corner Store. Threats of rescinding my love for this place based upon spurious cosmetic brand affiliation aside, the Red Door Corner Store is possibly my favourite cafe in Northcote, if not Melbourne. A homely, local feeling affair with boundless pedigree dogs tied up outside and a mixture of trendies, yummy mummies and gourmands holed up inside, the Red Door Corner Store has an incredible menu and is open for breakfast - my poison - and lunch every day of the week. There's a reason The Age, Matt Preston et al cannot stop banging on about Red Door, its breakfast sarnies - replete with bacon, homemade tomato relish, aioli, a fried egg, avocado and lettuce - are just about the best thing for a hangover and at under $10 are a real steal. If your breakfast tastes are somewhat less Anglo there are more exotic things on the menu such as rice coconut pudding and rabbit ragu. The coffee is so good you should bargain on staying for a few and it's wise to take a friend and share a couple of dishes as the menu is just so lovely. To call this place perfect would be entirely justified. read more

Lots to like about Red Door. It's far enough away from High St to avoid peak-hipster patronage, and thus retains a genuine neighbourhoodly feel. The small courtyard is cute and dog-friendly, the staff very welcoming and sprightly bunch, and the food fantastic. Just an all-round pretty perfect brunch nook. read more

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Heard lots of good things about this place so swung by for coffee and cake with a friend. This is nicely tucked out the way off the main high street so feels like you've stumbled upon a secret. Staff were super friendly and attentive - which gets a big thumbs up from me. Can't comment on the menu but the cakes were delicious in fact we each had two! I will definitely come back for breakfast next time. read more

Red door corner store is an unpretentious gem. Amazing and interesting additions to the regular brunch items. And the regulars are by no means boring. The service was fantastic and accomodating to a large group with little ones. I cannot turn down mork hot chocolate and the lattes did not disappoint either. If anything my only complaint is that i couldnt have 2 brunchs :) read more

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A very enjoyable breakfast here. Interesting decor in that classic Northcote way, but being off the beaten path in a suburban street the mood seems more relaxed. Making breakfast interesting is a challenge for every cafe now but here it was anything but boring. My pan-fried semolina with mushrooms, tallegio and a poached egg was rich but tasty; others had baked eggs with chorizo (many do that but this was better cooked than many - not over cooked) and housemade crumpets with very nice honey. Great ingredients, excellent coffee and friendly service. What more could we want? read more

Honestly, you can't fault this cafe. Coffee, food, service, smiles & sweets. They're often busy, but somehow always manage to make room. Great if you have kids yet easily sophisticated enough for a brunch date with friends. read more

This place has it all!! Lovely sunny outdoor area, perfect for brunching with puppies, excellent coffee, and broad range of delicious vegetarian and non vegetarian options which were very reasonably priced considering how yummy they were. Mains vary from $12 - $16 read more

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I do enjoy Red Door Corner Store on the whole but I have a few quibbles with it. I think the food is often tasty and interesting, but I find it too expensive. Initially it only took cash as well which is quite inconvenient as it is nowhere near an atm. However, I think this changed recently. The staff are generally quite friendly and chatty, but sometimes I feel a bit ignored and it can take a while to be served. I found this frustrating but as I have frequented the cafe more and the staff recognise me, the service has improved. The coffee is delicious, but I have found the (tea) pots of chai somewhat hit and miss. The baby cinos are great, and there are toys and books for the kids. read more

Just a perfect neighbourhood venue. First time here and will not be the last. Great service, coffee well prepared and food is very, very good. Menu has a good range of items, daily blackboard specials as well as cabinet food. They also sell a range of jams and chutneys. Was busy when we were there but did not feel crowded or the staff hassled. Highly recommend this cafe. read more

Love it! Every time I am near I always stop by because of everything about this cafe! From the gorgeous decor to the yummie food! A++++ and yes, amazing coffee :) read more

Love everything about this place, food is fantastic and coffee is amazing (and I am very fussy about my coffee). The cafe itself is gorgeous in an old house in the quiet side streets of Northcote. Seating on the street as well as a quaint courtyard which feels like grandmas backyard. read more

Gorgeous little cafe with quality food and a cute atmosphere. Wait staff are lovely and inviting and the outside tables are great for sunny sunday mornings. Would like to see more variety on the menu but the quality products used make most options delicious. The hand-cut chips are nice but sometimes a little oily. The tomato kasundi is to die for! read more

Café perfection. In quiet suburban Mitchell st, Red door corner store beckons with its pretty light, delectable lunch goodies, spacious seating and quirky but tasteful décor. It's a place which immediately conjures up 'life is good' thoughts and with an extensive bunch/lunch menu and almost coffee perfection; I wish it was my local! I have been told their baked eggs are a treat but as always I sway to their many sweet offerings, keen to get that glucose hit just right to carry me through at least the first hour of office gloom. Who doesn't want a worker tearing around the office like Grade 5 students after 3 cups of red cordial (a hideous experiment gone wrong from my former life as a teacher)? So it's the coconut crumpets which appear more as scones and all the better for it. Myrtleford butter, honey and I stole a friend's jam sampler from her Dench toast, mango, quince - couldn't nail it down to a favourite so proceeded to make a rotational roster of condiments for each crumpet. Mmm I thoughtfully helped out another friend with her banana bread, matches Apte and Dench for sure. The French toast is next on my list, it sounds a little busy with salted caramel but review previous comments regarding sugar high - my pleasure work colleagues. Red door corner store is the quintessential Melbourne café experience, let's get more like this. read more

Really good coffee, the food was great and the staff pleasant. First time there but will definitely be back again. I reckon I will work my way though the rest of the menu which looks great read more

This is by far the best breakfast I've had in Melbourne. The scrambled eggs are delicious. Definitely check it out!

Red Door is cute, has quick service and a gorgeous menu. They make hearty breakfasts and delicious lunches and best of all, they have a huge range of sauces, chutneys, jams and cakes for sale too! I've been here for a brunch a number of times, (the breakfast roll is a must!) and I've always had fantastic service and a yummy homemade honey joy to take home with me! It's a bit of a walk from high street, but it's definitely worth the walk! Highly Recommend! read more

Lovely little oasis in the middle of suburbia. Forget the High St with it's parking problems, plenty of parking, delicious, satisfying food, coffee just how you like it - and the homemade crumpets - well I mean to say read more

Great food, great service and happy, courteous staff. The last review by JC was the reason we came to Red Door Corner Store and it lived up to that review. Very pleased and have already mentioned to my friends! read more

French toast is divine! Great service - friendly and quick. A touch cold on a winter day those - could have done with a rug :-)

Very creative menu - there really are some unique dishes available here, and they taste great. Friendly, efficient, non-invasive staff; good lounge/trip-hop music; modern and interesting interior design; very reasonable prices (especially when you consider the quality of the ingredients). Streetfront, indoor and garden seating. Highly recommended. read more

I've only been to this cafe once, but never again, not after my experience this weekend. The rude woman behind the counter who reluctantly took my order should probably find another career, away from people. Working in a cafe means you need to have friendly or at the very least respectful manner. This lacked, please get some training. I then was called when my coffee was ready and other staff milling around in this busy cafe were all smiles and friendly which was great. I asked the woman who was passing me my coffee to add a sugar and was scolded for it. She told me they like to put it in at the start of the coffee making process. Well, how dare I even ask. I said nothing, she added a spoonful, gave it a stir and then with her sniddy little attitude said "have a nice day". It is my coffee, that I am drinking and I really couldn't care less if the sugar is added at the start, middle or finish, I'm the one drinking it. Please do try and remember that and get your attitudes put back in check. Never again! read more

Our experience was very disappointing. We were expecting the usual delightful staff but were asked to wait outside while other customers arriving after us were seated inside, when I enquired where we were in the queue, the staff told us "I thought you wanted to sit inside"?! Our coffees arrived with the tide out and each one was smaller than the next. We won't be going back for a while.... read more