Coffee Joint on Napier — Restaurant in Melbourne

Coffee was decent, atmosphere of cafe was cosy and pleasant but that’s where the positives end. Can’t review the food because we never got it and ended up having to walk out because we had to be somewhere else. Upon first ordering we were told “there’s a 20 minute wait on food” and we said that was completely reasonable and fine. We got our coffees about 15 minutes later however after waiting 55 minutes, still no food - we asked the staff how much longer for our food and after they went away and checked came back and said “another 5 minutes”. That’s when we said forget it, we don’t have time anymore and walked out. Service was appalling, no idea what was going on in the kitchen considering people who arrived after us sitting in the same area received their food before us. We absolutely won’t...

Visited The Coffee Joint on Napier for breakfast with the family for the first time, and it was a delightful experience. The cafe exudes a cozy charm, with its decor beautifully mixing bookshelves and antique knick-knacks with football memorabilia, creating a welcoming and unique atmosphere. We tried several dishes. The French toast was delicious, though it could benefit from a few more berries on top. The scrambled eggs were generously portioned, making for a satisfying meal. The focaccias all sound delicious and are served on herb bread; the mozzarella one was especially tasty. One important note: the cafe advises against dining here if you have any allergies, as they can't guarantee there’s no...

Great little café with a charming old-money vibe! The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, with a nice mix of classic and modern decor.

We ordered the Chicken Risotto, and it did not disappoint—generous portions of tender chicken, perfectly cooked rice, and a well-balanced, creamy texture. The Egg Florentine was also excellent, with perfectly poached eggs, fresh spinach, and a rich hollandaise sauce.

Coffee was smooth and well-made, and the pricing is very reasonable for the quality you get. Service was friendly and efficient. Definitely a hidden gem in...