Gathered Cafe

63 Margaret St, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039, Australia
+61 469 788 725
$$$ Cafe
(265 Reviews)
Price Range $20–40

Gathered Cafe in Moonee Ponds offers a relaxed yet thoughtfully curated café experience, perfect for locals who value both quality coffee and a comfortable spot to catch up or unwind. Located on Margaret Street, the space strikes a balance between indoor coziness and a bright outdoor garden area, where heaters are thoughtfully provided on cooler days—a detail that shows attention to comfort beyond just the food and drinks.

The atmosphere leans toward casual brunch and light lunch crowds, with a visibly strong local following who appreciate well-made, slightly elevated breakfast classics alongside some interesting twists. The menu offers a nice range of options, from the spicy chilli scrambled eggs to the substantial beef sizzling steak (bò né), a dish praised by regular patrons as one of the better renditions in Melbourne. Coffee here is clearly a priority, with several takes on the espresso classics as well as more niche offerings like Vietnamese drip coffee and a notably well-received Mont Blanc variant.

Gathered Cafe seems particularly suited to those who enjoy mornings or early afternoons spent leisurely. Spring and mild-weather days are ideal times to sit on the front or garden tables soaking up natural light and neighborhood buzz. The staff’s friendly, low-key service reinforces the place’s welcoming vibe, making it a solid choice for a casual catch-up or a focused work session accompanied by a rich matcha latte or a cold brew.

Families with children will find the babycino a sweet draw, while those seeking a flavorful, layered brunch will appreciate the variety—from brioche with hollandaise to Vietnamese-inspired chicken bao and tacos. Overall, Gathered Cafe fits comfortably into Moonee Ponds’ café culture as a spot that values both solid staples and a few unique menu touches, all wrapped in an unpretentious, community-oriented atmosphere.

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
What they serve
Serves coffee
Serves healthy options
Serves organic dishes
Sells prepared foods
Quick bite
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Best for
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

7:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Tuesday

7:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Wednesday

7:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Thursday

7:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Friday

7:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Saturday

8:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Sunday

8:30 AM - 2:30 PM

265 Reviews
Ngọc Trần Hải

08 Jan 2026

Went to this place because one of my friend recommends me. Tried the sizzling beef ( bò né) and can tell it is the best in Melbourne! My partner tried the Shashouka and it was one of the best of his opinion. The matcha and Vietnamese coffee were amazing too. Overall we had great experience and came back to this spot a couple of times already!

Ryan C

14 Dec 2025

Lovely atmosphere sitting out the front tables on a spring sunny morning having a tasty version of (Bo Ne) sizzling beef and topping it of with fresh Juice.

Jason Onezime

11 Dec 2025

A nice cosy cafe, staff were very polite and helpful, food was delicious and coffee was made well, definitely a great brunch or light lunch place

Alejandro Vizcaino Cruz

30 Nov 2025

We had a fantastic brunch at Gathered Cafe recently. We'd booked ahead for a table for two and were happily accommodated outside in their lovely garden area. Even though it was a bit of a chilly day, the staff were incredibly thoughtful and placed heaters around us, which kept us perfectly warm and cosy – what brilliant service! We tried the chilli scrambled eggs, which were absolutely delicious and definitely my favourite, alongside the brioche Benedict eggs. Both dishes were incredibly tasty and really hit the spot. For a warmer and cosier vibe, grabbing a table inside would be perfect. But if you're after a fresh and quieter experience, the garden area is definitely the way to go. Either way, you're guaranteed to leave feeling completely satisfied. 10/10 – we'll definitely be back!

Jester A

31 Oct 2025

Amazing food and great coffee. The staff is so friendly and oh man the Mont Blanc coffee was top notch!! Will be back again for brunch. New fave spot.

Elisha Diez

07 Oct 2025

Cannot fault this cafe! So happy to have a solid cafe in our neighborhood. The guy who served us was awesome and provided one of the warmest customer service I’ve experienced. We sat outside and he was so kind to offer the heater which made it nice and cosy. Yummy and excellent food and drinks!! Will be back for the early grey matcha!

Kelli Dusty

07 Oct 2025

What a gorgeous little Cafe in the back streets of Moonee Ponds. So relaxing in a lovely garden. I didn't have today but I'm reassured how good it is and especially the Vietnamese one. I had a lovely toastie. It was so hot, lovely bread and very delicious. Can't wait to return again soon.

T Noble

27 Sep 2025

Really lovely team at this cafe and such a cosy atmosphere on a chilly winter's morning. Service was great and food was yum. Great indoor and outdoor spaces in a great neighbourhood.

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