Cremorne has a breakfast scene that punches well above what you’d expect. The suburb runs polished, family-friendly, upscale — and the food reflects it. We’ve eaten at every breakfast spot in the area and these are the ones worth your time and money. The cheaper end gets you eggs benedict, the higher end gets you sourdough toast done properly.
Our Top Picks
1. River Works — 192 Plenty Drive
Hours: Tue-Sat 12pm-3pm + 5:30pm-11pm Price: $14-34 per person
River Works is the benchmark for breakfast in Cremorne. The big breakfast is what most people order, and for good reason — it’s consistently excellent. The granola bowl is the other standout, done with genuine care rather than the paint-by-numbers approach you get at chain spots.
The room seats about 45 and fills on Friday and Saturday nights. Midweek you’ll walk straight in. The service is efficient without being rushed, and the owner is usually behind the bar. Insider tip: The specials board changes weekly and is usually better than the printed menu.
2. Luna Commons — 184 Plenty Drive
Hours: Mon-Sat 5:30pm-10:30pm Price: $24-37 per person
This is the locals’ pick — less polished than River Works but arguably more flavour per dollar. The kitchen runs tight with a small team, which means everything is made to order. The sourdough toast here has a depth that comes from doing the same dish three hundred times until it’s muscle memory.
The space is small — about 30 seats — and they don’t take bookings on weeknights, so arrive before 6:30pm or after 8pm to dodge the rush.
Best dish: The eggs benedict ($24). Simple, executed perfectly. Pro tip: BYO wine on Tuesdays ($5 corkage).
3. The Southern Works — 293 Main Avenue
Hours: Wed-Sun 5:30pm-11pm Price: $24-42 per person
The Southern Works opened in late 2025 and has already built a following. The menu is short — eight dishes — which is usually a good sign. Everything on it is considered.
When to go: Sunday lunch is the sweet spot. Same food, half the crowd.
4. The Royal Kitchen — 378 Main Avenue
Hours: Wed-Sun 5:30pm-10:30pm Price: $17-37 per person
The takeaway option on this list. The Royal Kitchen doesn’t have table service — you order at the counter and either take it home or eat at the three outdoor tables. The quality-to-price ratio is the best in Cremorne. The big breakfast ($17) is the standout.
5. The New Bench — 104 Main Avenue
Hours: Wed-Sun 5:30pm-10pm Price: $22-33 per person
A solid all-rounder. Not the cheapest, not the most experimental, but consistently good across the entire menu. The sourdough toast ($29) and the eggs benedict ($23) are both worth ordering. The wine list is surprisingly thoughtful for a breakfast place. Friday and Saturday — book 3-5 days ahead for the top two spots.
Parking: Street parking along Plenty Drive is metered until 6:30pm. Side streets are usually 2-hour. After 6:30pm, most are free. Best option: Public transport options in Cremorne.
Dietary: Every restaurant listed handles vegetarian requests. Vegan and gluten-free: call ahead to confirm, but most are accommodating.
Delivery: The Royal Kitchen and River Works are on Uber Eats and DoorDash. For better quality, order directly — delivery platforms compress your food in those bags and charge restaurants 30%.
Nearby Guides
- Richmond Breakfast
- Hawthorn Breakfast
- Cremorne Cheap Eats — when budget matters
- Cremorne Bars — post-dinner drinks
- All Cremorne Guides
Last updated: March 2026
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