Degraves Street
Degraves Street
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Neighbourhood: Central Business District
Full of discovery and delight, Melbourne’s laneways tease the imagination long after you’ve put your weary feet up to rest. They weave through the heart of the city: cafes, bars, restaurants and boutiques, throbbing with conversation and espresso coffee. You never quite know what you’ll find around the next corner: cobblestone alleys, old beer barrel hoists and even vats of simmering organic soup. There is the air of Berlin in the street art, a touch of Paris in the umbrella-shaded cafes and, reminiscent of Rome, eateries tucked away in the most unlikely of places. Perhaps you might want a break and cross the Yarra River to Southbank - walk along the promenade, bask in the sun at a waterside bar and decide whether to go to the nearby casino or book a ticket at the Melbourne theatre company.
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PaulainPerth
Perth, WA162 contributions
Aug. 2023 • Friends
Yes it's a touristy destination but I always have a memorable experience be it a simple minestrone to recover from a hectic bit of touristy stuff or a fab slice of cake after a gallery visit.
Written 31 August 2023
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mrc282
World7,450 contributions
Aug. 2023
one of the famous eatery laneways in melbourne
at the start of degraves street is where you will find pidapipo, open starting from noon time
at the start of degraves street is where you will find pidapipo, open starting from noon time
Written 21 August 2023
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TKJ
8 contributions
Aug. 2023 • Friends
Unfortunately can not remember the name of the cafe Asian Spanish
Can’t believe I found a bad cafe in the food capital of Australia
$81.00 for breakfast we ordered seperate items not the full breakfast sausage eggs baked beans and toast.
Toast was a slice of stale bread baked beans were hot and spicy chorizo was just warmed up not cooked .
He charged me for full breakfast plus sausage did not have full breakfast.
I had eggs Benny asked for sauce on the side so they smothered it with sauce and then also put it on the side.
Tried to explain when I paid for it was told you should have complained that’s what I’m doing no.
Not after you ate it
Me I didn’t eat it because it was terrible.
Lesson learnt I was not sure the waitress understood my order some times you just have to put it down to experience soooooo dissapointing next time I’ll make a better choice
Can’t believe I found a bad cafe in the food capital of Australia
$81.00 for breakfast we ordered seperate items not the full breakfast sausage eggs baked beans and toast.
Toast was a slice of stale bread baked beans were hot and spicy chorizo was just warmed up not cooked .
He charged me for full breakfast plus sausage did not have full breakfast.
I had eggs Benny asked for sauce on the side so they smothered it with sauce and then also put it on the side.
Tried to explain when I paid for it was told you should have complained that’s what I’m doing no.
Not after you ate it
Me I didn’t eat it because it was terrible.
Lesson learnt I was not sure the waitress understood my order some times you just have to put it down to experience soooooo dissapointing next time I’ll make a better choice
Written 12 August 2023
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JnVSydney
Greater Sydney, Australia18,330 contributions
Jun. 2023
Lovely street art, on display, which adds to the beauty of the area, some nice cafes and eateries to enjoy, we love how local artist are encourage to express themselves.
Written 15 July 2023
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,810 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
Degraves Street is the original Melbourne "food street." Degraves Street is really a lane. The lane is filled with tables and chairs, sheltered by umbrellas. You can drink a coffee, dine on some of Melbourne's famous international cuisine, or sample some of the tempting gelato. You will rub shoulders with travelers, students and office workers who have ducked out for a reviving coffee. Degrave' Street is always bustling with visitors, it has a Mediterranean vibe.
Written 25 May 2023
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K72
Melbourne, Australia2,932 contributions
Apr. 2023 • Friends
Little side street opposite Flinders St station where there's a variety of food to enjoy. There's a little bit of street art and a few shops (Clementine sells Melbourne stuff). Great place to eat, drink coffee and people watch
Written 22 April 2023
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buciIstanbul
Urla, Türkiye195 contributions
Mar. 2023
Must see location when you go to the city center, It will not take a long time, so combine it with the other trips in the area. You will love the street and take a lot of pictures.
Written 24 March 2023
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CoolGuy
Singapore, Singapore711 contributions
Feb. 2023 • Couples
Nothing much. Just a row of outdoor cafes fully occupied. We did not exactly look thru the street arts.
Don't waste time
Don't waste time
Written 19 February 2023
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travelbob1
New Windsor, NY1,135 contributions
Jan. 2023
A neighborhood with a vibe. Art, eateries, and people make this part of Melbourne a must see tucked away beyond the commercial parts. There is a story around every corner and down each alley wall.
Written 18 February 2023
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The Wandering Reviewer
Melbourne, Australia9,804 contributions
Dec. 2022 • Solo
Degraves Street has always been an iconic part of the#melbournecafeculture and has become one of “the” places to eat and explore. Originally just a bluestone cobblestone thoroughfare from Flinders Street to Collins Street, it now has a cult following particularly during the warmer months. #degravesstreet now used as a pedestrian thoroughfare through this narrow lane that has an abundance of tables with market umbrellas and cafe canopies protecting diners from the elements. Degraves Street features numerous bars, shops, cafes and restaurants. The #artdecoarchitecture, street art, occasional buskers and street musicians, mean the street is often described as having a Parisian or European flavour.
Degraves Street is colloquially known for its alfresco dining and it epitomises Melbourne's almost religious #coffeeculture.
Add the quirky local art scene and you’ve found one of the most popular places in Melbourne for locals and tourists who flock here.
#campbellsarcade which is also referred to as the Degraves Underpass was built in 1950’s and my own father had strong memories of working on this. This underpass meant people could take a shortcut underground from one side of Flinders Street and pop up halfway in #degravesstreet it’s currently closed.
Many of the taller, older buildings were also converted into loft style apartments in the 1990s, adding further life to the area.
The Majorca Building was built in the 1930.
In summary, Degraves Street captures the essence of Melbourne and I highly encourage you explore not just once, but many times - morning, moon and night.
Degraves Street is colloquially known for its alfresco dining and it epitomises Melbourne's almost religious #coffeeculture.
Add the quirky local art scene and you’ve found one of the most popular places in Melbourne for locals and tourists who flock here.
#campbellsarcade which is also referred to as the Degraves Underpass was built in 1950’s and my own father had strong memories of working on this. This underpass meant people could take a shortcut underground from one side of Flinders Street and pop up halfway in #degravesstreet it’s currently closed.
Many of the taller, older buildings were also converted into loft style apartments in the 1990s, adding further life to the area.
The Majorca Building was built in the 1930.
In summary, Degraves Street captures the essence of Melbourne and I highly encourage you explore not just once, but many times - morning, moon and night.
Written 19 December 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions about Degraves Street
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Degraves Street:
- Melbourne Foodie Discovery Walking Tour (From AU$114.80)
- Melbourne Lanes and Arcades Walking Tour (From AU$129.90)
- Melbourne Coffee Lovers Walking Tour (From AU$90.63)
- Melbourne Laneways Discovery Running Tour (From AU$79.56)
- Essential Melbourne Sightseeing Tour (From AU$107.76)
- Hotels near Degraves Street:
- (0.03 km) McKenzie's Guest House Melbourne
- (0.03 km) Punthill Flinders Lane Apartments
- (0.04 km) Degraves Studio Apartment
- (0.05 km) CBD Groovy Degraves St Apartment
- (0.05 km) Home At Flinders
- Restaurants near Degraves Street:
- (0.01 km) Mock Turtle Degraves
- (0.01 km) Degraves Espresso Melbourne
- (0.02 km) Meso Bites
- (0.02 km) The Quarter
- (0.02 km) Cafe Andiamo