Nancy's of the Valley

One of the local cafés in, Nancy's of the Valley sits in Yarra Junction and holds a 4.6-star rating across 484 Google reviews. Like many Yarra Valley cafés, the pull here is a combination of solid coffee, considered food, and the kind of unhurried atmosphere that suits everyone from weekend escape-the-city brunchers to local regulars.

Expect quality coffee, a focused brunch menu through to early afternoon, and the kind of all-day food that suits whether you're starting a Yarra Valley drive or wrapping one up. Most stop service mid-afternoon, so plan accordingly.

The venue is notable for outdoor seating that takes advantage of the Yarra Valley setting. One recent guest summed it up: "I’ve been a regular customer of Nancy’s since we moved to the Valley three years ago, and this is the first time I’ve had a disappointing experience. I ordered my usual coffee, but the cashier got my order wrong. When I…"

Nancy's of the Valley operates 7 days a week, giving plenty of options for fitting it into a Yarra Valley itinerary. Weekend mornings get busy from around 9am through 11am — visit earlier or post-noon for shorter waits.

You'll find Nancy's of the Valley at Unit 3/2460 Warburton Hwy, Yarra Junction VIC 3797, Australia. With bookings on 03 5967 1593. And full menu details on the venue's website. Worth combining with a longer drive through the Yarra Valley to break up the day.