Middle Child

Cosy escape on a main road. I sat here for quite a while on a Saturday morning, the energy and hustle of the breakfast rush was a nice atmosphere. The coffee was super delicious, they've got a selection of beans as well. Staff was super friendly, will definitely be back 😊

Came here for a coffee after park run. Really great tasting. Interior is also nice and cozy. The baristas voice is really loud though, so be mentally prepared for that 😂

I absolutely love this cafe! From the exceptional coffee to the delicious toasties they serve, every visit is a treat. The friendly staff, always offering a warm smile with your coffee, adds a personal touch. Plus, being a dog friendly cafe adds an extra layer of charm. It has become my favorite spot in the area a perfect blend of great taste and welcoming atmosphere.

Awesome coffee. No extra charge for alternative milks 👍👍 Very happy with my large double shot Happy Soy Boy flat white for $6. Winner 😎

Stellar service and coffee. You don’t really ever find businesses that don’t charge for milk alternatives, so I was absolutely shocked that my bold and aromatic almond flat white was only $4!

If cafes wanna learn the principles of good customer service, have a chat to the legend himself. You can tell the owner values the community he caters to, with smoothies named after the regular dog visitors. Super honest too, says his foods pricey but honesty gets you further than money anyways. Will be back to try the rhubarb-infused smoothie Lincoln!

By far some of the best coffee in the area (in fact in Melbourne.) Knowledgeable staff, small and compact cafe. Try the bacon and egg roll with spicy sauce.

Great beans from Rumble Coffee Roasters. Latte was well executed and pleasant to drink.

Dropped in for a coffee this morning after driving past a million times over the years and was very impressed. Great coffee, very friendly staff and who doesn't love a place where the smoothies are named after the regular dog visitors!

Consistently very good coffee!
If you like your coffee black, there’s usually 2 single origin options to choose from which rotate and change regularly to keep it fresh and new.

There’s a small space to sit inside if you like, but most people grab takeaway and go for a walk around the river right across the street.

There’s also a nice selection of toasties made to order, smoothies and a small pastry cabinet.

Great stop for a coffee whilst walking by the Marby river. Coffee is of high quality and we had a Bacon and Egg roll and a Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Bagel. Both highly recommended. Although not a big place inside still a few tables to eat in. Mainly great for a passing coffee.

Service was of a high quality.

The coffee here is consistently excellent. The street fighter espresso blend is one of the most interesting coffees I have had and I would have no hesitation labelling this overall the best coffee I have had. I have had some individually brilliant coffees from some of the other top rated places around but nobody compares for consistency. This place delivers every time. The decaf is probably the best I have had and tastes even more interesting when paired with almond milk. The food is equally consistent. Chicken toasty and the egg and bacon roll are my go to, the relish in the roll sets it apart for me. Great little place with very friendly and passionate people running the shop.

Breakfast 14June23
Staff were so incredibly friendly, food and coffee were top notch! Loved this cosy little cafe!
Halloumi Burger

Small in size, but deadly with their caffeine and service ... on weekends, best to order takeaway and walk along the river not a one for sit down and chat.

MIni La Marzocco 😄 and Rumble beans ... batch brew is 👌👌👌

Must be the best coffee I've had in Melblourne. Our holiday in Melbourne ends tomorrow so I had 2 cups as I can't make a second trip to this place.

Also enjoyed the toasties.

Location is just directly across the park.

Would highly recommend this hidden gem. Amazing quality coffee!! I repeat: Amazing quality coffee!! :) Great service by team, and the menu is tasty, Above average toasties.... mhmm.

Very popular spot and for good reason, coffee was excellent and they were kind enough to make us a BLT even though it was no longer on the menu. It was delicious, would be keen to see it back on the menu!

Quick service, charismatic front of house, coffee tasted amazing, ice cold chocolate!

Middle Child always has such a friendly and inviting atmosphere!

& those crOISSANTS are delicious. Coffee is fabulous and the interior is so nice!!

The staff are always relaxed yet chipper & always make sure I’m plenty caffeinated.

Right on the river too so it is such a lovely cafe to walk to if you live nearby!

Good vibes & amazing coffee all-round!

Good coffee, awesome chai. Great food options for light lunch to brunch. This place is as unique as its location. Owner and Batista are super friendly. Parking available but is 200 m away from the shop on river side.

Best of the best. Great coffee, excellent chat, supreme dog watching. Our family wouldn't survive without our daily visit to Middle Child