Be Good Cafe

261 Lower Heidelberg Rd, Ivanhoe East VIC 3079, Australia
+61 3 9499 4953
$$$ cafe
(125 Reviews)
Price Range $1–20

Welcome to Be Good Cafe, a charming gem nestled in the heart of Ivanhoe East at 261 Lower Heidelberg Rd. This inviting cafe has earned its reputation as a delightful spot for locals and visitors alike, where the aroma of freshly brewed coffee beckons you to step inside and indulge.

As you enter, you’ll be welcomed by a bright and airy atmosphere, accentuated by natural lighting and a unique decor featuring time-faded Keith Haring prints. The choice of seating—from a large communal table fostering a sense of community to intimate two-seat tables—invites you to enjoy your meal at your own pace.

Be Good Cafe shines not just for its inviting ambience but also for its impressive menu boasting a selection that caters to various tastes. Customers rave about their in-house made sausage rolls, heralded as the best in the area, while the BLAT—a scrumptious combination of bacon, lettuce, avocado, and tomato—offers a delightful bite that leaves you craving more. Pair it with a perfectly brewed latte or a kid-friendly hot chocolate, and you have a meal that is both satisfying and affordable. Priced at a reasonable $18 for a latte and a generous dish, you’ll find that value and quality go hand in hand here.

But it’s not just the food that keeps customers coming back. The service at Be Good Cafe has been described as warm and attentive, with staff who genuinely care about your dining experience. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick coffee and toastie, or settling in for a relaxing Sunday brunch, the team at Be Good Cafe ensures that every customer is treated with friendliness and efficiency.

Reviews from patrons like Peter Phillips and Stephen Nicholson highlight the cafe’s commitment to excellence. From prompt service to a caring atmosphere, the feedback echoes a shared sentiment: Be Good Cafe isn’t just a place to eat, it's a community hub where good food meets good friends. Stace, one of the eager customers, emphasizes the amazing cakes and coffee, while James G mentions the fresh indoor plants that enhance the cafe's ambiance, creating a soothing escape for coffee lovers.

In a world where cafes come and go, Be Good Cafe stands as a testament to what a true coffee experience should be: flavorful, inclusive, and heartfelt. Whether you’re a local seeking your new favorite hangout or a traveler passing through, you’ll find that here, good food, great coffee, and a warm atmosphere await you. Come visit and experience the love that’s brewed in every cup!

Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

6:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Wednesday

6:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Thursday

6:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Friday

6:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Saturday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Sunday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

125 Reviews
Peter Phillips

27 Jul 2025

Lovely discovery on a Sunday morning. Looking for a quick coffee and toastie and found just the spot. Choose from a large communal table or two seat individual tables. We were greeted with warm smiles and genuine interest. Very efficient and prompt ordering and food delivery. My latte was perfect in temperature and taste and my son’s hot chocolate, not bitter. Menu was a good selection of breakfast favourites as well as juices, smoothies and coffee. Make sure to view local and Australian products for sale at the back of the cafe. Thank you ladies, certainly see you again.

Stephen Nicholson

23 Jul 2025

Great food, well presented. Excellent service. Good atmosphere. Love that the staff appear to care about their customers and the food that they are serving. The coffee is always good. Highly recommend it.

Stace

17 Jul 2025

This is such a gorgeous little cafe. The food and cakes are amazing and the coffee is the best in the area! Love love love

Zoe Heath

14 Jul 2025

I had the BLAT and a latte. Both were nice and tasty. Decently priced at $18 and friendly service to go with it!

James G

23 Jun 2025

Sausage rolls made in-house are the best this side of anywhere. Coffee is amazing and represents for the Melbourne Standard worldwide. Beautiful natural lighting throughout, with a conscious indoor plant game. They water their plants so the air is always fresh. Time faded Keith Haring prints in clean and unpretentious matte pine frames. Potentially original. An easy cafe to walk into pre-coffee with warm service. There is Feng Shui to the space, and interesting art pieces to dig when the good coffee turns the brain on! They have a right to their name, because they are indeed Good themselves. Could have gone overboard with this review, but it is what it is, so. 5 stars.

D F

20 Jun 2025

Very nice cafe centrally located in East Ivanhoe village. Good coffee, good range of baked goods on offer and good staff. I recommend this cafe

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