Melbourne
4.6★
Golden Child Cafe
1-3 Bardolph St, Glen Iris VIC 3146
Overview
Golden Child Cafe is a local café in Glen Iris, within easy reach of the suburb's Gardiners Creek paths, village shopping, and Burke Road trams. As part of Glen Iris's café culture, it provides a convenient stop for coffee, breakfast, or a casual catch-up throughout the week. The café is regularly used by commuters, families, and local residents moving between nearby shops, schools, and public transport connections. Its position within the suburb makes it a familiar part of many daily routines, particularly during morning and weekend periods. Venues such as Golden Child Cafe contribute to the community-focused atmosphere that shapes everyday life in Glen Iris. Together with nearby retail, parks, and public transport, they help support the walkable and connected lifestyle for which the area is known.
Quick info
Address
1-3 Bardolph St, Glen Iris VIC 3146
Phone
(03) 9889 6969Opening hours
- Monday
- 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Thursday
- 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Friday
- 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Sunday
- 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Dining experience
Available offerings
Dining options
- Dine-in available.
- Takeaway offered.
Venue highlights
Popular features
Outdoor terrace
Alfresco tables that suit slow lunches and lingering evenings.
Family friendly
Pacing stays humane for diners with youngsters.
Group friendly
Suitable for larger bookings; reservations help on busy weekends.
Dog friendly
Well behaved pets fit the outdoor rhythm; ask hosts where to perch.
Accessibility & convenience
Visitor amenities
Parking & transport
Parking options
Good to know
- Guest restroom on site.
- Reservations suggested for peak nights.
Reviews
Maria Ngo
★★★☆☆“It's a lovely place to stop on a bike ride. Staff are very friendly. We had a chicken cheese avocado toastie, a pot of tea and iced coffee. The presentation was unremarkable compared to other photos seen here. Maybe I should try a different dish next time we come this way. There's a cute outdoor garden seating surrounded by plants right on the trail. There is plenty of indoor seating and outdoor dining also on the foot path. This area is shielded with a clear roof to floor plastic in cool weather. Dogs are welcome here and there are 2 water bowls available.”
Jeremy Kemp
★★★★★“Golden Child Café served one of the best long blacks I’ve had—rich crema, beautifully balanced flavours, served with a small glass of carbonated mineral water to refresh the tastebuds. (It was my first one for 2025) Jack and his team were warm and welcoming, and the vibe was spot on. My only disappointment? They still can’t control the weather (drizzling & cool) but that’s Melbourne for you. Otherwise, absolutely fantastic! ☕️ P.S If you ask nicely they’ll put a slice of lemon in your water.”
Vahid Shahani
★★★★☆“Beautiful family owned business. They were very friendly and welcoming. I loved their Salmon Bagels and all type of coffees. I had Almond latte in the early morning and Soy latte with my breakfast. However, I think they could make a bit better with Atlantic Salmon Benedict as you could smell of the non pleasant fish from the food (need some herbs). Also, the menu was not really clear about some items which we asked the staff and smash Avocado was not really smashed. Finally, we enjoyed our breakfast at this place. Thank you 😊”
Monty Hamilton
★★★★★“Great coffee, superb food and brilliant service - Jack and the team are the perfect suburban cafe team, what a treat to be just around the corner ☕🍳”
Emily May
★★★★☆“Three of us came to Golden Child Cafe on a Saturday morning for brunch. I ordered a ham cheese tomato croissant and a chai latte. The food was pretty tasty and the service was very good, but just be aware of the weekend surcharge. Nevertheless, we enjoyed our time at this cafe as it has a very warm feeling when you step inside. Thank you :)”
Frequently asked questions
Glen Iris has a spread of cafes across local streets and shopping strips. Golden Child Cafe is one coffee spot in the area. Golden Child Cafe is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 462 Google reviews. Use Google Maps for directions, live hours, and current visitor details.
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