Lau’s Café 888

535 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
+61 3 8349 8888
$$$ Cafe
(230 Reviews)
Price Range $20–40

Welcome to Lau’s Café 888, a delightful coffee haven nestled in the heart of Melbourne at 535 Flinders Ln. With its inviting atmosphere and family-run charm, this café is the perfect spot to recharge your day with impressive food and exceptional brews.

Specializing in a comforting array of café cuisine, Lau’s offers a vibrant menu that caters to both the health-conscious and the indulgent. Start your day right with their Big Vegetarian Breakfast or the hearty Breakfast Omelette, each crafted with care and generosity. If you’re looking to savor something rich, the Eggs Benedict and Smoked Salmon with Scrambled Eggs are popular choices that elevate your breakfast experience to a new level of deliciousness.

Vegetable lovers rejoice! The Smashed Avocado on Toast paired with a rich Poached Egg is a must-try. Customers rave about the exquisite flavors and perfect execution—just ask Cebin Sojan, who described their breakfast as "fantastic" with perfectly crisp toast and a genius twist on traditional ingredients. And don’t overlook the specialty Cappuccino or Flat White to fuel your mornings; each cup bursts with flavor, showcasing the barista’s expertise.

The café radiates a cozy, welcoming feel, making it an ideal spot for both casual catch-ups and solitary moments with a book and your favorite drink. Its strategic location near Southern Cross ensures that you are never too far from the action, yet the café manages to maintain a tranquil atmosphere away from the hustle and bustle of the main streets.

Lau's Café isn’t just about great food; it's also noted for its quick and friendly service. Customers like Shirish Paranjape appreciate the seamless experience—from a scrumptious breakfast to prompt service—making it a go-to for busy mornings. The café's cleanliness and attention to detail, as noted by mary angelou, add to the overall positive vibe, even as they strive for an even more pristine outdoor dining area.

Whether you're grabbing a takeaway coffee or settling down for a delightful sit-down meal, Lau's Café 888 stands out as a nourishing sanctuary amid the hustle and bustle of Melbourne life. With a passion for fresh ingredients and quality service, it's no surprise this gem has garnered a loyal following. Your taste buds will thank you for visiting!

Contact: Lau's Café 888,
535 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Phone: +61 3 8349 8888
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
No toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Popular with tourists
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Tuesday

6:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Wednesday

6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Thursday

6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Friday

6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Saturday

6:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Sunday

8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

230 Reviews
Cebin Sojan

27 Sep 2025

Highly recommend this place! Everything was fantastic. The mushrooms tasted amazing, and even though the scrambled eggs cost an extra $3, they were still different and delicious. The beans were great, bacon was good, and the toast had the perfect crispiness and was easy to cut. The sausage was a different type but tasted awesome. Overall, it was a delicious meal with great service. For me, it was the best breakfast I’ve had in Australia — others might have different opinions, but for me, it was the best!

Ricky F

07 Sep 2025

Just found this place and seems always busy so I tried it. It was nothing too dance but the quality of food was great. I had big vegetarian breakfast. My friend had the same but wanted to make vegan so they added some extra avocado and removed the fried egg. Nice coffee in takeaway cups which is fine.

Josh

26 Aug 2025

I'm so glad I discovered this cafe. It's located quite close to Southern Cross, one one of the quieter streets. A family run business from the looks of things and is open quite early. After trying many different options in the area, I finally found a cafe that prepares a fresh bacon and egg roll instead of simply assembling and reheating pre-made items. Biting into a runny egg and having the yolk coat the roll is one of life's simple pleasures. I decided to try the coffee today solely after reading other comments and I must say it doesn't disappoint. The next time I will probably try the steak sandwich as that seems to be getting good feedback as well. If I remember correctly, they have a Friday offer on the steak sandwich (I think it's a free drink) If you're in the area, looking for a good cafe, look no further than Lau's.

Shirish Paranjape

20 Aug 2025

Good food. Quick and easy service. I had smashed avocado on sourdough toast for breakfast which was delicious and sumptuous. The only negative aspect was the receipt says “drinks”, which can create problems and confusion when submitting expense claims for business trips!

mary angelou

09 Jul 2025

Very nice breakfast here we had lays breakfast and salmon scrambled eggs which were generous servings and served hot. Great coffee too. The environment outside could have been cleaner but still ok

Angie L

23 Jun 2025

It's probably my favourite place in the cbd. Delicious food, best steak sandwich in Melbourne.

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