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Otherside Coffee

Cafe Coffee shop

👍👍 Otherside coffee was recommended to me from one of my friend. I came in for a quick coffee run. Excellent service from the crew, they were super friendly, approachable and attentive, especially Michelle who went extra mile to accomodate my request! Pastries are fantastic. Everything was very smooth.... People often mention coffee, staff, friendly, good, Coffee, nice, service, Great, great, cafe,


Address

Shop 3/188 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Website

other-side.au

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (383 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 6:30 AM to 4 PM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), Closed, Holiday hours
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: (Easter), Closed, Holiday hours
  • Monday: (Easter Monday), 6:30 AM to 4 PM, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: 6:30 AM to 4 PM
  • Wednesday: 6:30 AM to 4 PM

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  • 5/5 Debi S. 4 years ago on Google • 1708 reviews
    So love this little cafe in Little Collins Street. Now that I’m working in Melbourne I can explore some of the best places to eat and have coffee. This is one of them. It’s a small but cosy cafe that you can dine in or takeaway. The decor is inviting and wish my own home looked this funky. Menu is enough for those on the run. Coffee is FABULOUS. Of course, because nowhere in the world makes coffee quite like Melbourne baristas. Staff are super friendly even when the place has a queue out the front, they keep their cool and nice to each patron. Wheelchair friendly. Kid friendly. A must visit. I will return.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 VIOLA A. 2 years ago on Google
    Otherside coffee was recommended to me from one of my friend. I came in for a quick coffee run. Excellent service from the crew, they were super friendly, approachable and attentive, especially Michelle who went extra mile to accomodate my request! Pastries are fantastic. Everything was very smooth. Really appreciate the service, I would definitely revisit more often! Kudos and cheers 🥳
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hiromi 9 months ago on Google • 132 reviews
    I got a delicious latte. Then I enjoyed a picnic in Carlton garden with your coffee and muffin that I bake the other day. Cozy and good vibe cafe. Friendly staff. They have healthy food options. I would like to try the food next time. Seats are limited so it might be better to take out at the peak time.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sheralyn A. 2 years ago on Google
    Coffee was so good - the long black was perfectly balanced. Service was friendly and welcoming. New regular coffee spot for sure!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sami M. 1 month ago on Google • 891 reviews New
    Excellent coffee, and the perfect tiny Melbourne Cafe in general. Sparkling water on tap as a bonus!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Hannah C. 5 months ago on Google • 167 reviews
    Had high hopes for a good coffee given the high reviews, but was pretty disappointed in the quality of coffee we received. Ordered a flat white, the milk consistency was not at all smooth and velvety, and the coffee that came was half froth. Plus it was was over extracted and bitter, would not recommend
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Parav K. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely fantastic place. Great coffee, good and top notch vibes. Michelle was brilliant. Highly recommend
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bryan T. 1 year ago on Google
    The sandwiches are mouthwateringly good! The staff are super friendly as well! Highly recommended!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Willem 1 year ago on Google
    This cafe used to be excellent. Toasties were delicious, coffee was good, and staff were polite and friendly. The business has now changed with a new brand and “grab and go” style, and unfortunately it’s standards have gone downhill. New staff are abrupt and rude, the coffee was very average and toasties were cold and flavourless. It’s so disappointing to see such a previously buzzing, successful cafe end up being so ordinary.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Steve C. 2 years ago on Google
    I’ve been getting my morning coffee from Otherside for months now. The staff are incredible - they remember my name and order and my double espresso is perfect no matter who is behind the machine. In a city of decent cafés, Otherside is an absolute stand-out. P.S. The “Tuna Melt” is absolutely delicious too.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Josefin L. 4 years ago on Google • 3 reviews
    A small but yet cute coffee shop in the city center. This place had excellent service, staff were very friendly, engaged in their work and quick at making the orders. The coffee had a very high quality; tasteful, vibrant and the milk was creamy and smooth. One of the BEST cups of coffee I've yet had in Melbourne. Can't wait to go back!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jessica F. 2 years ago on Google
    The best coffee shop around! Always so smiley, know your coffee order within a few visits and have the most delish menu too. Love them and highly recommend!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jo S. 7 months ago on Google • 446 reviews
    This place was recommended for their toasties, so we decided to try them today for breakfast. As much as I expected more toastie options, I couldn't resist ordering the Breakfast Bagel ($12) - Streaky Bacon, Fried Egg, Cheddar Cheese, Tomato Relish, and BBQ Sauce on a Plain Bagel. My partner ordered the Pastrami Bagel ($14) - Smoked Pastrami, Swiss Cheese, Sweet Pickle, Sauerkraut, Dijon Mustard on a Jalapeño and Cheese Bagel. I have to say that the Breakfast Bagel was amazing! I loved everything about it. The Pastrami Bagel was equally good. They serve excellent coffee as well! It's a small place with a few benches for dining. There is no doubt that we will be coming back for their other sandwiches, as well as their hot chocolate :)

  • 5/5 T M. 1 year ago on Google • 205 reviews
    This is a beautiful small-capacity Melbourne cafe with a really pleasant vibe for a morning coffee/ breakfast. A great place to take a little refuge from the city hustle. They only do toasties as hot food but they are delicious and great value for money. Visited around 8:20 on a Thursday morning and there was a steady stream of customers ordering takeaway but no queue. The staff were friendly and polite.

  • 5/5 Vicky N. 6 months ago on Google • 85 reviews
    i will never get bored of melbourne’s hidden gems ✨ just a small coffee shop can be so nice, peaceful vibe with great coffee 👏🏻 📍otherside coffee 🍅 4.3/5 💵 $5 - $14

  • 5/5 Nic K. 7 months ago on Google • 73 reviews
    Awesome. All of it. Flat White was perfect. Brownie Banana Bread?! So good! Really friendly, fast service too. Highly recommend.

  • 5/5 Azin S. 3 weeks ago on Google • 48 reviews New
    Great coffee, delicious pastries. Not a big fan of the atmosphere. It’s more like a coffee-to-go place.

  • 5/5 Finn W. 4 years ago on Google • 44 reviews
    A really nice and cozy coffee shop! Love the atmosphere here. Coffee is one of the best I had so far. Bagel was really delicious with cream cheese and tomato and just 5$, absolutely worth it. Cucumbers would be nice as well, but no reason to give it less than 5 stars! Nice staff, awesome coffee, good atmosphere, good prices and a free sparkling water machine. An absolute must-go for a good coffee and a nice snack. 🙌🏼

  • 1/5 Lana H. 2 months ago on Google • 41 reviews New
    came during opening hours stated on google, but they were shut. couldnt get in contact to check opening time, opening hours werent on instagram.

  • 2/5 Kim C. 1 year ago on Google
    Poped in for a quick late snack lunch Friday 1:45 ... 3 staff talking about the weekend and generally mucking about ... but the only place to sit - the window bench was putrid with food debris - half dead plants graced the area... was not given a serviette... food a wassabi noodle salad was tasteless ... best part was the san plelagrino sparkling mineral water ... but can you go wrong with a bottled import???

  • 5/5 David C. 2 years ago on Google
    I LOVE this place. These peeps make the best coffees and toasties to die for. Can't get past the mushroom one but had the tuna today and blew my mind too. Always served with a smile .

  • 5/5 Jess V. 2 years ago on Google
    Great customer service!!! Coffee is sensational!! All you need in the morning to get yourself going!!!

  • 5/5 Hayley R. 2 years ago on Google
    Good coffee. Friendly too

  • 5/5 Wilfred Edmund L. 8 months ago on Google
    Came here on weekend morning after a long walk. It’s nice to have a great coffee after that, and this cafe gave that.

  • 5/5 Mel K. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice little coffee shop in the laneway. Coffee is fantastic so far. This shop sell healthy snacks and food. Their bagels in the menu sounds yummy. I will come back again for their bagels. They also have gluten free bakery for those needed. This shop only have few tables inside and no outdoor seating. Dine in is available for small group. Best for take away if large group. Car parking available nearby, public transport is very convenient too. Few minutes walk from swanston st.

  • 5/5 Michelle J. 2 years ago on Google
    Best Tuna Toastie in Melbourne! Great coffee and atmosphere. A hidden gem indeed.

  • 5/5 taunthom 10 months ago on Google
    A quite little cafe. Nice staff and the cappuccino and ham and cheese toastie was tasty.

  • 4/5 Mattie H. 11 months ago on Google
    Nestled in the bustling city of Melbourne, Others Ideas Coffee is a cozy and unique coffee spot that caught my attention during my recent visit. If you're looking for a coffee experience that's a little different from the usual, this might just be the place for you. The atmosphere at Others Ideas Coffee is quaint and artistic, with a rustic decor and an eclectic mix of furniture. It's a place where you can unwind and enjoy your coffee in a laid-back setting. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable, and their passion for coffee was evident. Speaking of coffee, Others Ideas Coffee takes their brews seriously. They offer a wide range of specialty coffee options, from classic espresso-based drinks to pour-over and cold brews. I tried their Ethiopian single-origin pour-over and it was a unique and flavorful experience. The coffee was well-balanced with notes of fruitiness and floral undertones, showcasing the attention to detail in their brewing process

  • 5/5 Felix B. 9 months ago on Google
    Lovely Cafe open on Sunday, nice vibe inside, delicious coffee and cakes . Thank you Otherside team, will come again!

  • 4/5 Vicky Li (. 9 months ago on Google
    They have nice, affordable coffee and there's a friendly vibe, but twice now I have gotten coffee with whole milk (which I cannot take) when I asked for oat milk. I either don't get heard properly or maybe the order gets mixed up between staff. Also, whilst it's great there are of grab n go options, this has also resulted in a lot of plastic packaging :(

  • 5/5 Sam J. 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic coffee. Great vibe. The cookies and pantry food. In town. Go here 👍👌

  • 5/5 E G. 1 year ago on Google
    Loved the many healthy snacks including fresh fruit and the friendly service. Also coffee was great :)

  • 1/5 Ben P. 1 year ago on Google
    Visited for coffee Experience was severely soured by (what looks like the manager/owner/someone with authority or influence) Was told by the cashier that I could use the bathroom.. hence, I used the facilities which was located at the back before leaving. On my way out, I was rudely/abruptly stopped in my tracks and interrogated - "where have you been?" I explained - I am a paying customer, and was given the permission to use the facilities. Rudely retorted - private area where staff keeps their stuffs etc. As a paying customer, I felt like a criminal being interrogated by a condescending man. The whole conversation made me feel very uncomfortable and disrespected. What a pity - coffee was great though.

  • 5/5 Faye S. 2 years ago on Google
    Super friendly staff. Great food. We had a good time here. Will definitely come back 💕

  • 5/5 David F. 1 year ago on Google
    Great coffee and had some good healthy choices for lunch. My chicken avo wrap was $12, toasties ranged from 12-16$, and there were various other salads around the $12 mark.

  • 1/5 Raven K. 1 year ago on Google
    Honestly this food is so different from the photos on Uber and an absolute rip-off, none of my sandwiches has cheese (they’re supposed to) and the salmon bowl I ordered is missing half of the bowl which includes the avocados and lemon that were supposed to be in there, plus the sweet potatoes are uncooked. Congrats guys on false advertising and violating heath & safety standards, so dodgy! Too stingy on all the fillings, I suggest everyone to spend your money elsewhere, this is the worst sandwich place I’ve tried in Melbourne.

  • 5/5 Jacob H. 2 years ago on Google
    Great friendly staff members. Good food, good coffee!

  • 5/5 Nancy R. 1 year ago on Google
    Small but cozzy cafe in the middle of the city . The coffee was just perfect and the cinnamon bun was to die for!! Also the friendly staff made me feel welcome 😌. Highly recommended!

  • 5/5 Joel L. 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic coffee, speedy service and fun baristas. Special shout out to Zelly - thanks for brightening up the day!

  • 4/5 Kirino Best G. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice interior and friendly staff. Cheap relative to other places in Melbourne ($4 for a cappuccino). Coffee was a bit milky although still tasted good.

  • 5/5 mark t. 2 years ago on Google
    Great coffee, great food, sensational staff, very friendly, top service, All deserving of a bottle of Cristal champagne for Xmas :))

  • 5/5 Stephanie D. 1 year ago on Google
    Consistently perfect coffee served by cheery staff. Some great food options (I can recommend the toasties and brownies). When it's not packed with loyal customers, I love to dine in and enjoy my treats with their sparkling water on tap.

  • 5/5 Brett F. 1 year ago on Google
    Great vibe, happy helpful staff, delicious food and coffee... what a great way to start the day!

  • 5/5 Corey C. 1 year ago on Google
    Just up the road from our hotel while we stayed in Melbourne - this place was a little slice of heaven. Excellent coffees and hot choccies, and their toasties are so.. damn.. good. I'm not even ashamed to admit we visited three times during 2 weeks. Awesome staff, never made us feel rushed even though they have a tiny work area to operate in. Whatever you put in your relish surrender the recipe at once or I'll be forced to visit again just to sample it.

  • 5/5 Izzie -. 1 year ago on Google
    Love the people working there. Decor is nice, service is quick too. Excellent coffee, their own blend and super friendly staff. There's a girl, kinda tall with brunette hair that always remembers my coffee and makes me feel very welcome. Great lane way vibes.

  • 4/5 Sam S. 1 year ago on Google
    A lovely coffee place on Little Collins street that makes great coffee and has a good selection of baked goods and sandwiches on offer. Coffee here is slightly on the sour side for me but tastes good. The almond croissant and the escargot I had were both a bit dry for my liking and certainly not as buttery as you get them in France. Cakes looks good here and the cafe has a nice ambience. Staff are also very friendly and quick with getting you on your way with coffee. It’s open early so a nice find in the city centre for an early morning cuppa.

  • 5/5 Michelle S. 2 years ago on Google
    Nothing was open on a public holiday except Otherside. What a lucky discovery it was for me - genuine and warm service, the coffee was excellent and the truffled mushroom breakfast toastie was made to order and fantastic (flavour and value). Heading back for lunch.

  • 5/5 Robyn S. 2 years ago on Google
    Without doubt the best tuna cheese melt toastie I’ve ever had, and I’ve had a few. I never come into the CBD and happened upon this place whilst running an errand, saw their menu and, a stickler for a tuna melt, had to try it. Any time I’m in the city again I’ll be coming here for sure. Coffee delicious too and super friendly service. Make sure you try this place!


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery

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