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Box Office Cafe

4.5 (584 reviews)
You are 1 of 4 skippers at this restaurant
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Coffee

Mentioned repeatedly as great, amazing, delicious, and top-notch, with several reviews saying it was a standout and worth coming back for.

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Waffles

Recommended multiple times for being crispy, not too sweet, beautifully presented, and served with fresh fruit, berries, ice cream, or maple syrup.

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Croquettes and Bacon

Praised for being delicious, crispy, cheesy, and well-balanced, with the bacon described as especially tasty and the dish enhanced by sauces, pickles, and a perfectly cooked poached egg.

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Avo Toast

Frequently highlighted as a favorite brunch item, including one review noting an Asian-infused twist that made it especially memorable.

5

Firecracker Chicken Po Boy

Strongly recommended for its generous amount of chicken and standout in-house firecracker sauce and ranch, with one reviewer calling it the winner over the burger.

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Maple Bacon Cheeseburger

Recommended as juicy and delicious, with house-made crisps or hand-cut chips adding to the appeal.

7

Croissant

Mentioned positively as a beautiful, oversized croissant that impressed diners, especially in a family brunch setting.

8

Salmon Benedict

Called delicious in a positive first-time visit review, making it a recommended breakfast option.

Location details

77 Preston St, Geelong West, Victoria, 3218, AU

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Hours

Monday 6:30 AM to 4 PM
Tuesday 6:30 AM to 4 PM
Wednesday 6:30 AM to 4 PM
Thursday 6:30 AM to 4 PM
Friday 6:30 AM to 4 PM
Saturday 7 AM to 4 PM
Sunday 7:30 AM to 4 PM

About Box Office Cafe

Box Office Cafe is a cafe, breakfast restaurant, brunch restaurant, coffee store, health food store, lunch restaurant, and wine bar in Geelong West, Victoria. It offers outdoor seating, dine-in service, and a menu that includes breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert. Reviews consistently praise the coffee, waffles, avocado on toast, vegan options, and the friendly, efficient service. Guests also often mention the casual, cozy atmosphere and that the cafe is popular for breakfast and brunch.

Amenities & services

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great tea selection
  • Great wine list

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • College students
  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Usually plenty of parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed
  • Dogs allowed inside
  • Dogs allowed outside

Frequently asked questions

What is Box Office Cafe known for?

Box Office Cafe is best known for its waffles, which reviewers mention often, along with great coffee and a menu that includes avo on toast, fritters, and vegan dessert options. People also call out the fresh presentation and the fact that the food feels worth the price in the A$20–40 range.

What dishes are most recommended at Box Office Cafe?

Reviewers repeatedly recommend the house-made waffles, avocado on toast, Mushroom Medley, Soup of the Day, Firecracker Chicken Po Boy, and Maple Bacon Cheeseburger. Other standouts mentioned are gravlax, granola, eggs and bacon on sourdough, and the po boy with house-made crisps.

What is the atmosphere like at Box Office Cafe?

The vibe is casual, cozy, and trendy, with reviewers describing it as funky, eclectic, rustic, and laid-back. It suits groups and families, but it is also popular for solo dining and working on a laptop, and the outdoor seating is a plus on nicer days.

Is Box Office Cafe good value, and what is the price range?

The price range is A$20–40, and reviewers generally describe it as worth it for the quality and portion size. Comments mention generous servings, fresh ingredients, and meals that leave people full, even when ordering brunch dishes, burgers, or sweets.

How busy does Box Office Cafe get, and when should you go?

It can get packed on Saturday mornings, with reviewers noting wait-time concerns when they arrived and still saying the stop was worth it. If you want a calmer visit, going outside the peak breakfast rush is likely the safer bet, especially since the cafe is popular with locals and tourists alike.

Is parking available at Box Office Cafe?

Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.

Does Box Office Cafe have vegetarian options?

Yes, Box Office Cafe offers vegan options.

Is Box Office Cafe kid-friendly?

Yes, Box Office Cafe is good for kids.

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