Caffe Di Lido

Inside Caffe Di Lido

Caffe Di Lido is a relaxed, beachside cafe right on Beaconsfield Parade in Port Melbourne, perfectly suited for those looking to combine quality coffee with a casual coastal vibe. Its location makes it a natural pause point for locals and visitors enjoying a stroll or bike ride along the foreshore, especially when the weather leans toward sunny and mild. You’ll find seating outside that lets you savor the sea breeze or watch the steady parade of beachgoers passing by.

The coffee here is a highlight — from flat whites to iced coffees — crafted with care using Dimattina beans, which locals appreciate for their smooth, consistent quality. There’s a casual atmosphere where baristas and regulars exchange familiar hellos, reinforcing a sense of community that gives the place a steady, lived-in feel. If you’re bringing a furry friend along, the option of a “puppuccino” adds a thoughtful touch that fits perfectly with the nearby dog beach.

Food offerings echo the cafe’s no-fuss charm: fresh, straightforward Italian-inspired bites such as lasagne, Italian green salad, and the occasional soup or pasta of the day make for easy but satisfying meal choices. The presence of simple classics like bacon and egg rolls and muffins also speaks to locals grabbing a quick breakfast or casual lunch without fuss. Don’t miss the chips served alongside flathead fillets, which seem to be a beloved combination among visitors.

This is the kind of spot that caters well to those who want a dependable cafe experience close to the beach — whether you’re kicking off a leisurely morning, meeting friends for a casual catch-up, or refueling after an active session outdoors. The staff’s warmth and familiarity with regulars contribute to a cheerful, unpretentious energy that keeps people coming back season after season.

Opening hours can be a bit variable, so those planning a trip might want to check ahead, but once you’re there, the vibe is welcoming and unhurried, a place that fits naturally into a day by the bay.

Highlights & Local Essentials

Highlights

Serves great coffee

Popular for

Popular for breakfast

Popular for lunch

Good for solo dining

What they serve

Serves coffee

Sells prepared foods

Quick bite

Serves small plates

Serves vegan dishes

Serves vegetarian dishes

Best for

Serves breakfast

Serves brunch

Serves lunch

Serves dessert

Has seating

Accessibility

Has wheelchair-accessible car park

Has wheelchair-accessible entrance

Has wheelchair-accessible seating

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What Locals & Travelers Say

120 Reviews

julieann oldman

13 Dec 2025

Fabulous Dimattina coffee For a small beach cafe you’ll find a great selection of fresh food.. muffins choc chip cookies brownies Italian style rolls & the best chips in the world served w flathead fillets. Yum!! Theresa is a true local favourite dedicated to & passionate about serving great food & coffee with genuine love. If you’ve passed by before next time stop for the experience

Nattalie

18 Nov 2025

Great place to grab a take away cappuccino & varieties! Great tasting coffee & relaxing atmosphere with seating on the side

KC kaleuclint

09 Nov 2025

Often the turnaround point for bike rides along the beach. A simple place but it’s on the beach!! The ladies here are always friendly to me. They stock chinotto (!) and the coffee is good — and you’re drinking it next to the beach. Puppycino for your hound. Opening times can be erratic. Be happy this place exists!

Lilianna Panaccio

02 Nov 2025

My husband & I have been going to CafeLido over 10years. It’s our second home there in summer and we bring all our friends because it’s the best atmosphere, always busy, best coffees, very authentic Italian food, quick service, never waiting long for your order, and the staff always look like there having fun while there working. Thank you CAFFE LIDO for always making us feel welcome

Tanya Tchirkova

27 Sep 2025

Beautiful fresh food served daily. You can find a great variety of lunch and breakfast options on the go- exactly what you need when you go for a walk on the beach. The cafe is luckily located right next to Port Melbourne dog beach and they serve puppy chinos!!! My doggo loves them and anyways the happiest to get his cuppa after a big beach run. Coffees are too notch! Sandwiches - always fresh and with a twist. Toasties are absolutely yummy! We often get large chips and icecream. Everything is well seasoned. And food comes out instantly. Thanks for being such a wonderful local space. Port Melbourne wouldn’t be the same without your friendly presence.

Karina Johns

24 Sep 2025

A cafe on the beach that feels like “home”!! Great service, great coffee, the best bacon and egg muffins in Melbourne as well as delicious food!! Theresa is a local legend and the vibes are great all around while you wait :)

Sue Gledhill

18 Sep 2025

It was a perfect winter Sunday at Port Melbourne beach today. To make it better, I was delighted to grab a delicious cappuccino from Caffe’di Lido today and the friendly owner and staff made my little dog feel very welcome with a treat. The human interaction was a welcome addition to this perfect morning. Keep up the great work ladies!

Inside Caffe Di Lido

Highlights & Local Essentials

Local Moments in Photos

Find It on the Map

What Locals & Travelers Say

120 Reviews

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