Our Favourite Cafés
There are plenty of great cafés in the Hills, but these are the ones we’d recommend time and time again. Hours vary, so check before you go, especially for a late breakfast or an afternoon coffee.
Local favourites
Proserpina Bakehouse, Ferny Creek
Artisan breads, pastries and freshly baked treats, made with organic, heritage-grain flour. A good stop for breakfast, a coffee, or something to take away while you explore.
The General Store, Emerald
A popular stop in Emerald, The General Food Store serves seasonal dishes, brunch favourites and good coffee. With indoor and outdoor seating, it's a easy choice for breakfast, lunch or a catch-up over coffee.
Great coffee
Storehouse Roastery, Olinda
Beans are roasted on site, so coffee takes centre stage. If you’re particular about your coffee, add it to your Olinda day.
Benji’s, Sassafras
Benji’s is a café in the heart of Sassafras, making it a handy stop for coffee while exploring the village’s shops. It's an easy addition to a morning wandering around Sassafras.
Incy Wincy, Emerald
A small café in Emerald that's handy for a coffee, breakfast or something to take with you while you explore the town. There's indoor and outdoor seating, and dogs are welcome too.
Worth the stop
Paperbark Café at Kuranga Native Nursery, Mount Everlyn
Set within Kuranga Native Nursery, Paperbark Café serves seasonal dishes featuring Australian bush-food ingredients. It's worth making time for a meal here while browsing the native plants and gift shop.
Earthly Pleasures, Belgrave
Breakfast and lunch in a distinctive stone building in Belgrave. A character-filled spot for a meal while you explore the village and the surrounding area.
Ripe, Sassafras
Set in an old Sassafras home among the trees, Ripe serves breakfast, lunch and house-made treats. The back deck is a highlight, with outdoor dining overlooking the surrounding bush.
