Top 12 Cafes in Mount Gambier

“Tell Us About Your Coffee…”

At Café Melzar we use Mikro Coffee Roaster’s Best of Africa & Little Italy Blends. The Mikro roastery actually began in Mount Gambier at Café Melzar, and as it has grown in popularity and demand, the roastery was moved to Torquay to cater to the growth.

The Best of Africa is Mikro Coffee Roasters signature blend and 2015 Espresso Champion and Gold Medal winning coffee at the Australian International Coffee Awards Roasting Competition. This blend has a round, velvety body & excellent structure; lovely sweetness balanced with fruity acidity, with a lasting blueberry note at the end.

Little Italy is one of the all-time favourite Mikro original house blends; roasted with traditional Italian espresso in mind with a rich body & flavour notes of dark cocoa, roasted hazelnuts and almonds with a hint of milk chocolate sweetness.

We may be biased, but you won’t find a better coffee in Mount Gambier

“What’s the experience you aim to give your customers?”

Our friendly staff and warm atmosphere make for a wonderful dining experience at Café Melzar. We are open Tuesday-Sunday and offer all day breakfast, brunch & lunch options, and of course coffee and cake.

“What’s the one “Must Have” thing to try before they leave your cafe?”

If you are after a hearty breakfast, you can’t go past our Big Breakfast or Breakfast Croquettes. For lunch, our delicious Southern Fried chicken or Herb Halloumi Salad are always a hit!

We cater to all dietary requirements and can alter almost all menu items to suit your needs, just ask us and we will be happy to help.

We look forward to meeting you at Café Melzar.

“Tell Us About Your Coffee…”

We have 4 types of blends we have created:

The Aussie – The perfect all rounder. Will give anything a crack and fits well into any situation. Gets along with all of your mates.

The Colombian – Tall, dark and handsome. Or short – your choice. Spends a lot of time brooding in his room with the blinds drawn.

The Ethiopian – The resident Strong Man! He is a bit fruity but aren’t all circus folk? Perfect to perk your morning up.

Decaf (Colombian) – Loves his sleep. Don’t ever wake Decaf from his nap.
Our go-to blend is the Aussie, but for customers who like something a bit stronger we will recommend the Colombian or Ethiopian – the main difference being in the Ethiopian’s slightly more fruity flavour.

All of our coffee is roasted by Peter, along with our chocolate powder being made in-house to ensure it meets dairy and gluten free requirements. These are all available by the bag and cup. We also make iced coffee, chocolate and mocha which are absolute favourites! We make the ice using cold drip coffee (which we also sell by the bottle) which prevents the end of the iced coffee becoming watery. I would confidently say it’s the strongest iced coffee in town!
We pride ourselves on great coffee, sweet treats (either loaded donuts or cupcakes every day), and breakfast you can eat with one hand. Lots of people love the convenience of our location and our simple but delicious food and take away on their way out to explore the town. We are also happy to offer a few small dine in tables to enjoy a quiet cuppa in store.

“What’s the experience you aim to give your customers?”

We are a local family owned business and that is obvious when you step foot in our coffee bar. We treat our customers as part of our family. There is nothing we love more than to have a chat, hear about your day and get to know you. We have had many regular customers comment that they keep coming back because of our relaxed vibe – a bit of an escape from the hustle and bustle of some of the bigger cafes. We go above and beyond for all of our customers and we genuinely care for each and every one of them.

What’s the one “Must Have” thing to try before they leave your cafe?

Our pride is our coffee! We have recently won Triple M’s Best Coffee in the Limestone Coast which we are over the moon about. Our food options are small but delicious. We offer fresh wraps, sandwiches and salads, sweet options including muffins, donuts and slices (GF options available) and on Thursday, Friday and Saturday we have picnic boxes and cupcakes from Best Taste Scenario. Our breakfast options include bacon and egg bagels, brioches, croissants and granola cups – all super easy and filling meals for on the go.
Our signature menu items would be of course our coffee – in particular iced coffee, or if they would like to sample some cold drip coffee. We also get great reviews on our bacon and egg brioche which have the most delicious relish on them.

“Tell Us About Your Coffee…”

At the Limestone Coast Pantry (LCP) Pantry and the Pantry Shelf, our house blend coffee “Rose St” is by Industry Beans, a unique but totally universally pleasing bean. Roasting specialty coffee out of Melbourne, Industry Beans has been a wonderful company to partner with, and we are thrilled to be the first cafe using their beans in town. Rose St has notes of citrus, red cherry and cocoa butter and consists of 25% Tanzanian, 25% Guatemalan, and 50% Brazilian beans.

Customer feedback from this bean has been incredibly positive and we’ve found that it is perfectly suitable for both your average Joe and coffee aficionado. Because of this, our customer base is varied and pretty exciting, you never know who’s going to walk through the door!

Rose St has the amazing ability to be deliciously smooth as a stand-alone espresso but still holds its flavour and body when paired with any of our variety of milks.

We strive for consistency at the LCP, so we’ve implemented scales, dosing cups, and automatic tampers at both of our locations to ensure every coffee is made perfectly, every single time, by every member of staff!

“What’s the experience you aim to give your customers?”

The Limestone Coast Pantry combines a passion for cooking with using seasonal local produce from our rich and productive region. Using recipes influenced by our mothers, grandmothers, friends and family, all our food including our preserves are made in boutique batches free of artificial preservatives, thickeners or flavourings to ensure the integrity of our products. Perfect to enjoy at home, give as a gift or send to friends as a ‘taste of the Limestone Coast’.

Located in the Old Worsted Woollen Mills in Mount Gambier and built in 1924, we have so much local history within our walls, and regularly have customers who remember working at the Mill when they were younger. We still have the old scales on display and the original factory light fittings with interesting items of that era scattered throughout the Pantry.

With plenty of space to sit, the hardest decision you will have is which table to sit at – do you choose our large back room that can seat large groups, by the fireplace with a glass of local wine, or in the main café overlooking the rhubarb growing out the front, or do you choose our quieter back room for a more intimate gathering? Our friendly staff are here to help you, and all believe in our food ethos of ‘real food made with love’. Ask for our menu or choose one of the specials we have available that day, or from our selection in the fridges. We would love to welcome you into the Pantry to experience the Limestone Coast.

What’s the one “Must Have” thing to try before they leave your cafe?

We have variety of food available including soups, pastries, burgers, salads and our daily specials board.  Don’t forget Friday night’s we are open for our burger night.  Don’t forget our ready to made meals to take home and our lovely local gift packs.

To guarantee the freshest & most nutrient dense food we can possibly source, we didn’t need to look very far, we have an abundance of local food producers on our doorstep from organic garlic, apples, eggs, vineyards, to the most fabulous wagyu beef, and organic grains grown an hour away from our premises. We live in an area of South East South Australia that is known for our fresh air, clean limestone filtered water and rich volcanic soil that all combine to produce some of the best quality and most delicious food in Australia.

Being passionate about where our food comes from, how far it has travelled, how sustainably it can be sourced and supporting our local community of food producers has been our goal in business and in opening the Limestone Coast Pantry in January 2017. We recommend you try our Cheese Plate or our Ploughman’s lunch along with a glass of local wine to experience the best the Limestone Coast has to offer. Make sure you sample our preserves which are available for sale and make beautiful gifts for someone else, or for yourself to remember your time amongst the pines and craters of the Limestone Coast.

“Tell Us About Your Coffee…”

Our beans are Australian grown and roasted  by Seven Miles,  creating a handcrafted Australian coffee beautifully blended into our creamy signature coffees!

It is noteworthy for its distinctive sweet tasting flavour and aftermath, leaving no traces of the typical bitterness left in some coffee.

Our customers tend to be of all ages and come to enjoy a hot coffee with a creamy texture and the absence of a sharp bitter taste

“What’s the experience you aim to give your customers?”

We endlessly strive to share a slice of Vietnamese culture through our light and tasty meals. Though we do whole-heartedly welcome newcomers to try the unique cuisine, our menu does include many of the much-loved classic meals you’d find  anywhere!  (Burgers, fish & chips and salads; just to name a few). We promise you a warm, convivial atmosphere with our friendly staff; and on sunny days invite you to bask in the natural beauty of our backyard garden.

What’s the one “Must Have” thing to try before they leave your cafe?

Both Western and Vietnamese cuisine.

We change our specials board on a weekly basis and you can always expect something refreshingly new and tasty every time.

Must-trys:

– Pho

– Vietnamese Pancake

– Noodle Salads

– And during the warm seasons; the Vietnamese Salads

“Tell Us About Your Coffee…”

Our coffee is made and owned by The Coffee Barrun. It’s roasted on site in Adelaide, their bean selection changes regularly according to quality and availability. Always ethically traded, they work with suppliers who work with farmers who work with their families.

We have an exclusive Delicia Blend, it is a high grade roasted blend made for us by The Coffee Barun.

“What’s the experience you aim to give your customers?”

The cafe has a fresh, bright and welcoming atmosphere, greeted by friendly and bubbly staff. Music loud enough to enjoy, not to loud that you can’t have a chat. With seating either in booths, at the bar to chat to staff or at the communal tables. Local tradesman have used raw and recycled timber, with use of many green indoor plants to create a natural and organic feel.

What’s the one “Must Have” thing to try before they leave your cafe?

We serve “super food, super fast”.

Our hero items are our açaí bowls – we use açaí that is organic, with our supplier sharing the same values towards the earth and all that reside on our wonderful planet.

protein shakes- each shake has 30g of high grade WPI protein or a plant based protein as a vegan option.

health drinks – fruit and veggie based slushie like drink, with added branch chain amino acids that are good for the body and a little pick me up.

raw treats- made in house by our family for the whole tribe. They are gluten free, refined sugar free, vegan, raw and packed full of flavor.

And of course coffee!

We cater for vegans, vegetarians, gym goers, paleo eaters and the ever growing number of those who are simply health conscious.

“Tell Us About Your Coffee…”

Here at Little Bliss we use a coffee blend called, Sirocco which is roasted by our good friends at Cirrus Fine Coffee. Cirrus are a specialty grade roastery based in Melbourne who are dedicated to producing high quality coffee and implementing sustainable practices. Sirocco offers tasting notes of: cinnamon, brown sugar and milk chocolate, making this well-rounded blend a real crowd pleaser. Whether you take an espresso, cappuccino or anything in between we know you will love this lovely coffee. Complementing our use of a sustainable and 100% carbon neutral coffee company, we serve all of our takeaway drinks in BioPak cups, which are all 100% biodegradable and compostable, meaning you can take away feeling assured that you are making a positive difference for our environment!

“What’s the experience you aim to give your customers?”

Upon walking into Little Bliss, the first thing you will notice is the smile on our faces, because first and foremost we love being here and are passionate about bringing YOU an enjoyable experience! We are situated on the main street, close to various shops and banks, making us a convenient location to stop and relax in, or snatch up a quick takeaway on your way to continue with your busy day! We strive to always offer quick and friendly service to all our customers, old and new! If you are looking for a quiet and fresh place to have coffee and a treat with friends, then we are the perfect spot for you! Thanks to our very recent renovations we now offer dine in seating, so you can stay and chat with us as long as you so desire!

What’s the one “Must Have” thing to try before they leave your cafe?

All of our food here at Little Bliss is always made with LOVE, we believe that this is what sets us apart from the rest. All of our lovely food is made up in small specialty batches daily, fresh for you to enjoy. We aim to cater for a range of diets, with new vegan and gluten free options being added to the fridges every day, as well as regular favourites. We stock food for every meal of the day and in between, our fridge is FULL of focaccias, croissants, gourmet wraps, chia puddings, homemade granola, biscuits and cakes and MANY more! We also offer an extensive range of drinks, including our freshly squeezed juices (you won’t find juice like this anywhere else!) and our praised smoothies and iced drinks. Whether you are after something naughty or nice we have you covered, and we invite you to come find YOUR bliss.

“Tell Us About Your Coffee…”

Our coffee is a special blend of 3 different beans, we are the only cafe in town to offer this particular coffee. It has a strong taste and made so coffee lovers can sit and enjoy and make it last.

“What’s the experience you aim to give your customers?”

We aim to give our customers friendly service, good affordable food, great drinks, quick service.

We attract a range of customers; we have meetings, family get togethers, birthdays, mothers groups where there is plenty of room for the prams. Plenty of room for large groups and anyone who wants to sit in comfort. We have regulars that come each week and have their favourite tables, these regulars are more than customers they have become friends.

What’s the one “Must Have” thing to try before they leave your cafe?

We mainly concentrate on hamburgers, very popular is the Aussie burger and chicken BLT and not to mention our steak roll.  If you like things very hot then challenge yourself to the very hot “Johnny Cash Burger”.  If you want something big then try the “Beast”.

We also offer hotdogs, sandwiches, rolls, soups, homemade cakes, scones and a range of gluten free options.

When it comes to something to drink you can’t go past our FREAKSHAKES!