Gilbert Carlton

Carlton, Melbourne, VIC ☕ Cafés & Brunch

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Opening hours

Monday7 am – 5 pm
Tuesday7 am – 5 pm
Wednesday7 am – 5 pm
Thursday7 am – 5 pm
Friday7 am – 5 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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161 Barry Street, Carlton VIC 3053 · 1.6 km from Melbourne centre

Popular times

Estimated from typical visit patterns for cafés & brunch venues and this venue's opening hours — not live data.

At a glance

  • TypeCafé
  • CuisineCoffee, Italian, Sandwich, Chicken
  • AreaCarlton, Melbourne
  • StateVictoria
  • HoursOpen 5 days a week (closed Saturdays & Sundays), from early morning

About Gilbert

Located in Carlton, VIC, Gilbert is a cafés & brunch café serving locals and visitors alike. You'll find it at 161 Barry Street, Carlton VIC 3053, roughly 1.6 km from the Melbourne city centre.

Australia's café culture is world-famous: expertly made flat whites, all-day brunch, smashed avo and house-baked treats. Cafés are usually busiest on weekend mornings and many close by mid-afternoon.

Gilbert is open 5 days a week (closed Saturdays & Sundays), from early morning; the venue offers dine-in, takeaway, outdoor seating; there are vegetarian options.

Planning a night out in Carlton? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Haymarket Place Cafe and McDonald's.

Amenities & services

  • Dine-in
  • Takeaway
  • No delivery
  • Outdoor seating
  • No wheelchair accessible
  • Vegetarian options
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioned
  • No drive-through
  • Card payments

What to order

Signature cafés & brunch dishes to look out for.

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BreakfastBig breakfastEggs, bacon, sausage, mushrooms, tomato and toast
LunchToasted focacciaHam, cheese and tomato
BakeryMuffinsBaked daily
Coffee & drinksFresh juiceSeasonal blends

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Closest restaurants to Gilbert

The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.

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  1. 1
    Haymarket Place Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 212 Berkeley Street, Carlton
    70 mSW · 1 min walk
  2. 2
    McDonald's 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · Carlton
    90 mNW · 1 min walk
  3. 3
    KFC 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · Carlton
    100 mNW · 1 min walk
  4. 4
    Sushi Sushi 🍣 Japanese · Carlton
    100 mNW · 1 min walk
  5. 5
    People's Coffee ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Carlton
    120 mNW · 1 min walk
  6. 6
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    Carte Crêpes 🥐 French · Professors Walk, Carlton
    130 mNE · 2 min walk
  7. 7
    Cafe Commercio ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 198 Berkeley Street, Carlton
    160 mSW · 2 min walk
  8. 8
    Books n Bites Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 222 Pelham Street, Carlton
    210 mSW · 3 min walk
  9. 9
    226 Sushi 🍣 Japanese · 226 Pelham Street, Carlton
    220 mSW · 3 min walk
  10. 10
    Professors Walk Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 11 Professors Walk, Carlton
    220 mN · 3 min walk

Recommended in the area

Well-documented favourites near Carlton — with photos, opening hours and contact details.

Universal Italian – 139-141 Lygon Street, CarltonItalian

Universal Italian

139-141 Lygon Street, Carlton720 m away · 9 min walk
Al Dente Enoteca – 161 Nicholson Street, FitzroyItalian

Al Dente Enoteca

161 Nicholson Street, Fitzroy1.4 km away · 17 min walk
Shark Fin Inn – 50 Little Bourke Street, East End Theatre DistrictChinese

Shark Fin Inn

50 Little Bourke Street, East End Theatre District1.6 km away · 19 min walk
Fancy Hank's Barbecue Restaurant – 1/79 Bourke Street, East End Theatre DistrictSteakhouse & Grill

Fancy Hank's Barbecue Restaurant

1/79 Bourke Street, East End Theatre District1.7 km away · 20 min walk
Trattoria Emilia – Rear/360 Little Collins Street, MelbourneInternational

Trattoria Emilia

Rear/360 Little Collins Street, Melbourne1.7 km away · 21 min walk
Yeshi Ethiopian Restaurant – 328 Brunswick Street, FitzroyAfrican

Yeshi Ethiopian Restaurant

328 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy1.7 km away · 21 min walk

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Eating out in Carlton

Carlton is home to 206 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Melbourne area with 9,581 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, italian restaurants, international restaurants. Within 25 km of Gilbert there are 8,334 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.

Nearby suburbs worth exploring include North Melbourne (1.3 km), Greek Precinct (1.4 km), Koreatown (1.5 km), Melbourne (1.6 km).

Cuisine mix in Carlton

  • ☕ Cafés & Brunch52
  • 🍝 Italian25
  • 🍽️ International23
  • 🍣 Japanese15
  • 🍨 Desserts & Gelato13

Frequently asked questions

Where is Gilbert located?

Gilbert is located at 161 Barry Street, Carlton VIC 3053. It is about 1.6 km from the centre of Melbourne. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

What are the opening hours of Gilbert?

Gilbert is open 5 days a week (closed Saturdays & Sundays), from early morning. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Melbourne time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.

What kind of food does Gilbert serve?

Gilbert serves Coffee, Italian, Sandwich, Chicken cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.

Does Gilbert offer takeaway or delivery?

According to our latest data, Gilbert offers takeaway and does not offer delivery.

Is Gilbert wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair access at Gilbert is listed as limited or unavailable. Contact the venue to discuss your needs.

How can I contact Gilbert?

You can reach Gilbert or via its website.

What is the closest restaurant to Gilbert?

The closest venue is Haymarket Place Cafe, about 70 m to the south-west (1 min walk). Other close options include McDonald's (90 m), KFC (100 m), Sushi Sushi (100 m).

What are some recommended places to eat near Gilbert?

Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Universal Italian (Italian, 720 m), Al Dente Enoteca (Italian, 1.4 km), Shark Fin Inn (Chinese, 1.6 km).

Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near Carlton?

Other cafés & brunch venues close by include Campus Canteen (220 m), Amicus Espresso (240 m), Lincoln Bakery Cafe (290 m).

How many restaurants are there in Carlton?

Our guide lists 206 places to eat in Carlton, most commonly cafés & brunch (52), italian restaurants (25), international restaurants (23). Within 25 km there are 8,334 venues in total.