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Melbourne cafes for under-the-radar

Reviewed cafes in Melbourne where under-the-radar is a real reason to go, not just a minor extra.

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Under-the-Radar picks

A less obvious stop that rewards the detour, away from the city's default coffee names.

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Calere Coffee in Fitzroy, Melbourne

Calere Coffee

Fitzroy, Melbourne

Atmospheric Under-the-Radar Quick Stop Pour Over

Tiny Gertrude Street coffee stop with serious filter coffee and a short, takeaway-leaning rhythm.

Disciple Roasters in Brunswick

Disciple Roasters

Brunswick, Melbourne

Under-the-Radar House Roaster Pour Over Beans & Gear

Black-coffee-only Brunswick cellar door for house-roasted espresso, pour-over, rare lots, and retail beans.

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