Dawn Cafe Menu

Welcome to Dawn Cafe, an inviting gem nestled in Ocean Grove, Australia. This charming cafe is a sanctuary for food lovers, boasting a diverse menu that highlights freshness and creativity. Start your day with invigorating fresh juices like the zesty Orange or the exotic Sunset Dreams blend—each priced at A$8.00.

For smoothie enthusiasts, the Berry Oat and Green Energy smoothies at A$12.00 offer a delicious burst of flavors and nutrients.

• Small plates like Pizza Fritta, featuring house-made sourdough, Buffalo Mozzarella, and basil, provide a delightful, savory experience for only A$14.00.
• The Caprese Salad, a perfect summer dish, highlights heirloom tomatoes and buffalo mozzarella at A$16.00.
• Don’t miss the King Salmon gravlax—an exquisite plate priced at A$22.00.

Dawn Cafe not only serves delicious food but also offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere enhanced by friendly staff. Each visit feels special, embodying the spirit of community and culinary excellence.

BREAKFAST

• Bacon & Egg Roll

  Fried egg, bacon, cheese, spinach, mayo and homemade relish.

  A$17.00

• Avocado Toast

  Smashed avocado topped with salted ricotta, pickled onions, hazelnut dukkah and pomegranate molasses.

  A$24.00

• Oat, Almond & Seed Granola

  House-blended granola with blueberry coconut yoghurt, fresh seasonal fruit, and a touch of mint

  A$22.00

• Wild Mushroom Flatbread

  Charred sourdough flat bread with buffalo mozzarella, pecorino, toasted pine nuts and tarragon

  A$26.00

• Steak & Eggs

  200g Wagyu Rump, Wild mushrooms, spinach, salsa verde and fried eggs

  A$39.00

• Eggs your way

  Poached, fried or scrambled on freshly toasted sourdough

  A$15.00

FRESH JUICE

• Orange

  A$8.00

• Apple

  A$8.00

• Sunset Dreams

  Mango, Pineapple, Orange

  A$8.00

• Pink Mist

  Apple, Watermelon, Strawberry and mint

  A$8.00

• Health Kick

  Carrot, Celery, Beetroot, Apple and ginger

  A$8.00

SMOOTHIES

• Berry Oat

  Blueberries, Banana, Yoghurt, Milk and Oats

  A$12.00

• Green Energy

  Spinach, Banana, Pineapple, Dates coconut water

  A$12.00

• PB Smooth

  Banana, Peanut Butter Yoghurt, Milk and

  A$12.00

SMALL PLATES

• Pizza Fritta

  Fried house sourdough flatbread, red sauce, Buffalo Mozzarella, Salted Ricotta and basil

  A$14.00

• Caprese Salad

  Lonsdale Heirloom tomatoes with buffalo mozzarella and fresh basil.

  A$16.00

• King Salmon

  King Salmon Gravlax, Capers, lemon, and herbs

  A$22.00

• Snack Plate

  Cured Meats, House-Made Pickles, and Charred Sourdough

  A$24.00

LUNCH

• Dawn Cheeseburger

  Lettuce, Pickled Zucchini, Onion, Cheese, Special Burger Sauce, and Chips

  A$24.00

• Dawn Fish Burger

  Local panko crumbed fish with lettuce, cheese, hot sauce and a herb gribiche sauce, pickles and chips

  A$26.00

• Spaghetti with Local Mussels

  Portarlington Mussels with chilli, garlic, tomatoes, white wine, herbs and lemon

  A$32.00

• Chicken Schnitty

  Panko crumbed chicken breast with white cabbage and herb slaw and a mushroom gravy

  A$32.00

• Pumpkin Salad

  Puy lentils, orange, radicchio, pecorino, smoked almonds and honey vinaigrette

  A$25.00

• Taco De Carnitas

  Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder, with Tomatillo Salsa, Coriander, Onion, and Lime

  A$9.00

• Sticky Date

  Home made sticky date pudding with vanilla bean ice Cream

  A$9.00