Cafe · Sassafras
Violet's of Sassafras
Cafe in Sassafras known for cheesecake, scones.
About Violet's of Sassafras
A popular daytime spot in, Violet's of Sassafras sits in Sassafras and holds a 4.9-star rating across 222 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.
Notable features include outdoor seating that takes advantage of the Yarra Valley setting, an open fireplace that earns its keep through the cooler months and wheelchair access and accessibility features. One recent guest summed it up: "Our experience at Violet was absolutely beautiful from start to finish. The moment we walked in, we were instantly in love with the space, the decoration is stunning, warm, and so thoughtfully designed. It has such a…"
Violet's of Sassafras 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 Violet's of Sassafras at 355 Mount Dandenong Tourist Rd, Sassafras VIC 3787, Australia. With bookings on 04 0352 2919. Worth combining with a longer drive through the Yarra Valley to break up the day.
Why visit
- ✓ Top-rated by locals — 4.9★ across 222 reviews
- ✓ Quality coffee and breakfast/brunch service
- ✓ Outdoor seating available
- ✓ Wheelchair accessible
- ✓ Easy Sassafras drive from Melbourne (60-90 minutes)
What to expect on your visit
Casual seating, table service or counter ordering, and most visits wrap up inside an hour. Quality coffee is a given; the food tends to be brunch-focused, with most kitchens stopping hot food service mid-afternoon.
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Plan your visit
- Getting here
- 355 Mount Dandenong Tourist Rd, Sassafras VIC 3787, Australia - typically a 60-90 minute drive from Melbourne CBD. Free parking is available on-site or in nearby street parking.
- When to visit
- Open seven days a week. Weekend lunch (Friday-Sunday) is peak season - book ahead.
- Bookings
- Book by phone on 04 0352 2919. Weekend tables routinely book a week ahead during peak visiting months.
What guests are saying
"Our experience at Violet was absolutely beautiful from start to finish. The moment we walked in, we were instantly in love with the space, the decoration is stunning, warm, and so thoughtfully designed. It has such a cozy and elegant atmosphere that makes you feel comfortable right away, like you ar"
"Came here for a Mother's Day treat. We enjoyed the scones and burnt cheesecake (best ever!) as well as the Biscoff slice."
"Beautiful Mothers Day lunch today. A little bit more choice on the Menu would be great , in saying that it was delicious and the Scones were amazing 💕. Thanks for a lovely day"
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