Au79

Name: Au79
Address: 27-29 Nicholson St, Abbotsford, AU-VIC, Australia, 3067
Telephone: (03) 9429 0138
Price range: $40 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

94 Reviews

$40 and under

Modern Australian

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AU79, a new contemporary space that has been transformed from a former mechanics warehouse into an exciting and impressive Melbourne cafe, sitting within the eclectic suburb of Abbotsford and incorporating a coffee roastery, cafe, bakery and patisserie, offering a unique event space and experience with fantastic food, drinks and atmosphere.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 13, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Café, Breakfast
Hours of operation
Monday to Friday 7am - 3pm Saturday and Sunday 8am - 3pm
Phone number
(03) 9429 0138
Website
http://www.au79cafe.com.au/cafe/
Payment options
MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Au79 can accommodate up to 80 guests for seated events during the cafe's operation hours, which is inclusive of a dance area and/or stage. Or 150 guests for cocktail events down the back in a private area. * The whole venue can also accomodate 200+ guests for cocktail events at night. For the exclusive use of Au79 a venue hire fee is applicable. This is inclusive of: - 2 hour bump-in and out prior to start of event and post conclusion time - Bose Sound System with 6 stereo speakers and 2 microphones. - Fully functional bar area - Lounge booths

Location
27-29 Nicholson St, Abbotsford, AU-VIC 3067
Neighborhood
Abbotsford
Parking details
On site 4 hours complimentary parking available during weekday business hour, unlimited parking available after 6pm and weekends, plus underground parking available before 10:30pm next door.
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wi-Fi available

Bread by Au79A$7.50
Toasted and served with cultured butter and preserves. White, Seeded or Rye
Au79 Seasonal Fruit ToastA$9.00
Served with whipped butter and Leatherwood honey
Orange Rhubarb PorridgeA$16.00
Porridge with orange and rhubarb compote, toasted seeds, fresh blueberries and Leatherwood honey
PB & J French ToastA$21.00
Au79 brioche stuffed with peanut butter and jam with whipped cream cheese, fresh strawberries, strawberry purée and peanut brittle
Banana Brûlée WaffleA$20.00
Belgian waffle with banana brûlée, raspberry sorbet, popping candy, chocolate sauce, fresh berries and meringue
Salmon Benedict*A$22.00
Hot smoked salmon with wilted greens, pickled onion, hollandaise, poached eggs on sourdough
Smashed Avocado*A$18.00
Smashed avocado with pickled onion, cherry tomatoes, puffed rice and poached eggs on toasted rye sourdough
Hash*A$19.00
Potato hash with haloumi, house chutney, corn salsa, poached egg on sourdough
Truffle Croque MadameA$19.00
Croque madame grilled with truffle bechamel, cheese, dijon mustard, fried egg and fresh herb salad
Spicy Beans on Toast* **A$20.00
Braised white beans with savoy cabbage, tomato sugo with poached eggs on Au79 olive loaf, and your choice of haloumi or chorizo
Kale & Corn FrittersA$19.00
Fritters with sweet corn and kale, house chutney, goats cheese, smoked almonds, coriander and poached eggs
Chilli Miso Scrambled Eggs*A$19.00
Scrambled eggs with Meru miso, chilli paste, charred broccoli, smoked almonds on sourdough
Breakfast GreensA$20.00
Fresh kale and baby spinach with cucumber, avocado, charred broccoli, fresh herbs and macadamia and jalapeno dressing
Au79 Big Breakfast*A$22.00
Chorizo, bacon, confit tomatoes, roast mushrooms, potato hash, housemade relish, poached eggs and sourdough toast
Breakfast BurgerA$18.00
Grilled bacon, fried egg, baby spinach, house chutney, jack cheese and mayo with fries on Au79 brioche bun
Free Range Eggs (Cooked Your Way)A$10.00
Served on your choice of house-made sourdough. White, Seeded or Rye

Sides

Free Range Egg or House-Made RelishA$2.00
Roasted Mushrooms, Confit Tomatoes or Sautéed SpinachA$4.00
Bacon, Hash, Avocado, Halloumi, Goats Feta, Chorizo or Hot Smoked SalmonA$5.00

Lunch

Honey Soy Chicken SaladA$20.00
Grilled chicken with honey soy dressing, Chinese cabbage, roasted peanuts, fresh coriander, sweet corn and spring onion
Beef PappardelleA$22.00
Pappardelle with braised beef shin, Parmesan and roast tomato sugo
Chorizo PappardelleA$20.00
Pappardelle with chorizo, red peppers, croutons, egg yolk and Grana Padano
Pumpkin LinguineA$20.00
Linguine with roast butternut pumpkin, walnuts, goats cheese and fresh herbs
Fried Chicken BurgerA$20.00
Fried chicken breast with charred jalapeno chutney, jack cheese, slaw and fries
Au79 Burger*A$20.00
Wagyu beef patty, bacon, jack cheese, pickles, tomato, lettuce, grilled onions, dijonnaise on a brioche bun with fries

To Share

Barista BreakfastA$10.00
Espresso, flat white and fliter
Pastry BoardA$19.00
A selection of Au79 pastries, served with raspberry jam, butter and honey
Fried PolentaA$12.00
Panko crumbed polenta with truffle mayo and Parmesan
Charred Corn**A$8.00
Charred sweet corn with roasted macadamia and coriander sauce
Roast Potatoes**A$10.00
Roast chat potatoes with fresh rosemary and Parmesan

Drinks

Coffee

Soy $0.50. Almond milk $1

Black / WhiteA$4.00
Batch BrewA$4.00
Cold BrewA$4.50
Pour OverA$6.00

Cold Drinks

Iced ChocolateA$6.50
Iced CoffeeA$6.50
Iced MochaA$7.00
Iced MatchaA$7.50
Antipodes Sparkling WaterA$7.00

Tea - Larson & Thompson

English BreakfastA$4.50
Earl GreyA$4.50
Lemongrass & GingerA$4.50
PeppermintA$4.50
ChamomileA$4.50
Yunnan GreenA$4.50
Jasmine PearlA$4.50

Hot Drink Alternatives

Mörk Hot ChocolateA$5.00
Prana Chai LatteA$5.00
Heal'r Turmeric Almond LatteA$5.50
Matcha LatteA$4.50

Freshly Squeezed Juice

OriginalA$6.50
Apple or Orange
Green JuiceA$7.00
Green apple, celery, lime and ginger

Cold Press Fixers

Cold DefenceA$7.50
Carrot, apple, ginger and turmeric
Summer GreensA$7.50
Apple, cucumber, mint, spinach, kale, pineapple and celery
Sunny SideA$7.50
Pineapple, passionfruit, orange and coconut water
Jack RoseA$7.50
Apple, strawberry, lemon and mint

Smoothies

Nuts About YouA$8.50
Peanut butter, chocolate, banana and almond milk
Green GoddessA$8.50
Spinach, kale, banana, dates and almond milk
Very BerryA$8.50
Blueberry, raspberry, banana, cinnamon, almond milk and chia

Milkshakes

Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry or CaramelA$6.50

Bar

Cocktails

Midas MartiniA$18.00
vodka, coffee liqueur, sugar syrup and a shot of Midas espresso
Bloody MaryA$17.00
vodka, tomato juice, citrus and a tabasco kick

Sparkling

House SparklingA$8.00

Wines

RedA$8.00
WhiteA$8.00

Spirits

With Soda, Tonic or Dry Ginger. With Freshly Squeezed Orange or Apple $2

Absolut VodkaA$11.00
Four Pillars GinA$11.00
Glenfiddich Single Malt Scotch WhiskyA$12.00

What 94 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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JoanneC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 18, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience5
Menu is extensive, I could have ordered anything. Generous portions. Dining space is light filled and very comfortable. Some wait staff need more training to match the quality of the establishment they work in.
RO
RobO
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautifully presented tasty food,efficient staff and a beautiful room- this is my go to for group bookings
HO
HelenO
Melbourne
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience5
Great place but don’t understand the surcharge on sundays. Why is sundays different to any other day? Portions moderate, atmosphere very nice. Had to pay a surcharge on food then wanted to buy 1 kg of coffee and wanted a surcharge on that too. Think it’s a little unfair. Probably would not go there on a Sunday again.
s
suzannep
Melbourne
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wow - what a cafe!! Great food, coffee, ambience and service! I cannot speak highly enough of the service we received when we dined here. Planned on going here for a birthday Brunch and when the staff found out they moved us to a private booth and even brought out a suprise complimentary birthday cake with a candle on it!
MS
MiaS
Melbourne
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice ambiance. Staff was great. Very accommodating.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Melbourne
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 26, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Food at AU79 is always fantastic!
MT
MariaT
Melbourne
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The venue is absolitely gorgeous. Service was fantastic and the food was outstanding. Honestly it's the best café I've been in months.
CP
CassandraP
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious and came out quick, which is perfect for a work lunch. Venue is spacious and pretty.
JA
JoannaA
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was incredible and the coffee was perfect. It's such a beautiful cafe and the staff were great!
L
Lily
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 5, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience4
We were seated right at the back of the restaurant near the private event space, and the coffees were cold by the time they got around to us.
T
Teenz
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful food and coffee, nice presentation and spacious enough to feel safe during these times. Also thanks that every staff wore a mask. Loved the ambience and decor. Will definitely visit again.
TO
TrishO
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had brunch here with 3 friends. We loved it from the get go. Very friendly, attentive service. The decor and atmosphere were beautiful, the plants creating a jungle vibe! We all raved about our food and the coffee was perfect. Will definitely be back
YP
YP22
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved the atmosphere, decor and food! The staff were amazing and very attentive! Would come back for the mango waffles!
E
Eliza
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 29, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Lovely atmosphere and wonderful food. Staff were very friendly and the vibe was nice and chill on a Sunday morning
NH
NicoleH
Melbourne
8 reviews
vip
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Great, open space.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 19, 2021
overall4food3service5ambience5
Food was okay. Ambience & service was really good
EM
EmmaM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely place with great coffee and food - such a lively fresh vibe
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2021
overall5food4service5ambience3
We were having our end of year work celebration. Our server (LJ) was excellent and obliged with taking a great group photo .
DG
DylanG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 11, 2021
overall5food5service4ambience5
Food was Fantastic and the atmosphere is amazing, the staff are friendly and helpful.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 27, 2021
overall5food5service4ambience5
This place is so beautiful and the food jams amazing. I’m not too sure about the service and some of the staff’s attitude isn’t that great but overall is great
MW
MelW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 25, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a fabulous find! We loved our breakfasts - perfect spot for a catch up.
K
Kendra
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2021
overall5food5service4ambience5
We ordered both the fresh apple and orange juice and they were absolutely fantastic. The coffee was delicious too. I had a macchiato and an Almond milk latte. The food was fantastic too. I ordered the 63 degree eggs and they were very flavoursome. My husband ordered the big breakfast and it was great too.
j
jimjam
Melbourne
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 15, 2021
overall3food3service3ambience4
Food was good- but wasn't anything special, service was a bit hit and miss. Friends order was slightly wrong, but it was rectified. The space was gorgeous though, would be great to host events.
K
Kiki
Melbourne
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2021
overall2food1service2ambience3
Great place for coffee. The food, however, was a disappointment. Nothing special and very overpriced. One piece of waffle ( which didn't even taste housemade, it was exactly like a store-bought shelf waffle) with a bit of ice cream was $24! All other dishes we ordered were the same - stingy portions, lacking flavour and overpriced.
d
diner
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
awesome service.
MP
MarkP
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 31, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience4
Very happy with the overall experience of this Restaurant. We would absolutely eat there again.
FF
FoodFiendMelbourne
Melbourne
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding customer service & delish food! I had the chilli calamari salad and it was the best salad I’ve had in ages!
NI
NITS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 27, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good service and delicious food.will come back again.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Sydney
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2021
overall3food4service3ambience4
Atmosphere was great. Service was very delayed in regards to the pairing of drinks. We’d often be halfway through the meal when the wine would arrive. There was always an apology but it happened with almost every course. The wines were delicious though. One of us was pregnant and felt as though the modifications were good, although they did feel like an afterthought which was disappointing. The dessert was fabulous and ended the meal well. And the lemon tart touch with candles for the birthday celebration was much appreciated.
B
Billie
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 23, 2021
overall5food5service4ambience5
Perfect veggie breakfasts and coffee
OT
OpenTable Diner
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 16, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing experience, well worth it to host a large group with diverse food options. We'll be back!
W
Will
Melbourne
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 15, 2021
overall3food2service3ambience5
The menu has changed and it is no longer creative or that exciting. Has the chef changed? Everything looked like it was easy to make in mass quantities. Definitely a big change from what I had come to expect from my previous two experiences. Coffee was still amazing quality and service was great. Still have yet to try the counter food but looked super tasty. We also tried the peanut butter smoothly which was A+
B
Billie
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
A perfect Mother’s Day experience
CC
CherylC
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was really tasty but the stand out was the excellent service.
N
Nicole
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 26, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
v good service, beautiful restaurant and good food
SY
StevenY
Melbourne
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience5
Great ambience! Good food!had a good time Highly recommend!
M
Mira
Melbourne
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 4, 2021
overall3food4service2ambience4
Orders and food were forgotten, unapologetic staff.
M
Mandee
Melbourne
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2021
overall4food5service4ambience5
Food fabulous with great choices, coffee excellent. Donuts came in fresh when we arrived and were gone when we left 90minutes later. Staff very pleasant and thoroughly enjoyed our lunch catch up
OT
OpenTable Diner
Melbourne
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 28, 2021
overall3food3service1ambience5
Food was sub par (big brekkie was bland and burger was too salty) for the price and customer service was lacking despite the cafe being amazingly decorated. Not likely to visit again for dining, maybe just coffee.
SF
SimoneF
Sunshine Coast
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely food, really friendly service in a gorgeous setting.

FAQs

Au79 is rated 4.7 stars by 94 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 13, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

27-29 Nicholson St, Abbotsford, AU-VIC 3067

Additional information

Neighborhood
Abbotsford
Hours of operation
Monday to Friday 7am - 3pm Saturday and Sunday 8am - 3pm
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Café, Breakfast
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
On site 4 hours complimentary parking available during weekday business hour, unlimited parking available after 6pm and weekends, plus underground parking available before 10:30pm next door.
Payment options
MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wi-Fi available

Website
http://www.au79cafe.com.au/cafe/
Phone number
(03) 9429 0138
Catering
Au79 can accommodate up to 80 guests for seated events during the cafe's operation hours, which is inclusive of a dance area and/or stage. Or 150 guests for cocktail events down the back in a private area. * The whole venue can also accomodate 200+ guests for cocktail events at night. For the exclusive use of Au79 a venue hire fee is applicable. This is inclusive of: - 2 hour bump-in and out prior to start of event and post conclusion time - Bose Sound System with 6 stereo speakers and 2 microphones. - Fully functional bar area - Lounge booths

Au79

Make a reservation

Additional information

Breakfast

Bread by Au79A$7.50

Au79 Seasonal Fruit ToastA$9.00

Orange Rhubarb PorridgeA$16.00

PB & J French ToastA$21.00

Banana Brûlée WaffleA$20.00

Salmon Benedict*A$22.00

Smashed Avocado*A$18.00

Hash*A$19.00

Truffle Croque MadameA$19.00

Spicy Beans on Toast* **A$20.00

Kale & Corn FrittersA$19.00

Chilli Miso Scrambled Eggs*A$19.00

Breakfast GreensA$20.00

Au79 Big Breakfast*A$22.00

Breakfast BurgerA$18.00

Free Range Eggs (Cooked Your Way)A$10.00

Sides

Free Range Egg or House-Made RelishA$2.00

Roasted Mushrooms, Confit Tomatoes or Sautéed SpinachA$4.00

Bacon, Hash, Avocado, Halloumi, Goats Feta, Chorizo or Hot Smoked SalmonA$5.00

Lunch

Honey Soy Chicken SaladA$20.00

Beef PappardelleA$22.00

Chorizo PappardelleA$20.00

Pumpkin LinguineA$20.00

Fried Chicken BurgerA$20.00

Au79 Burger*A$20.00

To Share

Barista BreakfastA$10.00

Pastry BoardA$19.00

Fried PolentaA$12.00

Charred Corn**A$8.00

Roast Potatoes**A$10.00

Drinks

Coffee

Black / WhiteA$4.00

Batch BrewA$4.00

Cold BrewA$4.50

Pour OverA$6.00

Cold Drinks

Iced ChocolateA$6.50

Iced CoffeeA$6.50

Iced MochaA$7.00

Iced MatchaA$7.50

Antipodes Sparkling WaterA$7.00

Tea - Larson & Thompson

English BreakfastA$4.50

Earl GreyA$4.50

Lemongrass & GingerA$4.50

PeppermintA$4.50

ChamomileA$4.50

Yunnan GreenA$4.50

Jasmine PearlA$4.50

Hot Drink Alternatives

Mörk Hot ChocolateA$5.00

Prana Chai LatteA$5.00

Heal'r Turmeric Almond LatteA$5.50

Matcha LatteA$4.50

Freshly Squeezed Juice

OriginalA$6.50

Green JuiceA$7.00

Cold Press Fixers

Cold DefenceA$7.50

Summer GreensA$7.50

Sunny SideA$7.50

Jack RoseA$7.50

Smoothies

Nuts About YouA$8.50

Green GoddessA$8.50

Very BerryA$8.50

Milkshakes

Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry or CaramelA$6.50

Bar

Cocktails

Midas MartiniA$18.00

Bloody MaryA$17.00