Vegan
International
Raw
Juice bar
Delivery
Take-out
Gluten-free
Australian
Vegan cafe offering dishes such as nachos, buckwheat pancakes, acai bowls, buddha bowls, toasties, smashed avo, raw slices, juices, and more. Deli and pantry items available for sale. Limited indoor seating. No toasties on Wednesdays. Open Wed-Fri 10:00am-3:00pm, Sat-Sun 9:00am-3:00pm. Closed Mon-Tue. Kitchen closes 2.30pm.
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34 Station Rd, Cheltenham, Victoria, Australia, 3192
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Last update on 26 Aug 2024 by LoveMadreCafe
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Added by PotatoesTho on 18 Mar 2019
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55 Reviews
First Review by EmmaZ
stopsign38
Points +1139
Awesome little all vegan cafe - Edit
Vegan cafe and small store. Small selection of meals and toasties, all delicious. Lots of slices and biscuits, pies and focaccias too. And very friendly staff.
Read moreHave had the smashed avo (with vegan feta), pesto toastie and açai bowl. Have taken home lemon cheesecake slice, biscoff cookie, and apple and sage sausages.
And a macadamia milk latte might be the new go to when available.
Updated from previous review on 2024-11-12
Pros: Vegan toasties, Vegan cakes and slices , Vegan deli, snack and fridge items
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eien
Points +270
Great toasties! - Edit
Toasties were so good and they also have a variety of other food items. Their vegan croissant was so good, a bit pricey but worth it for the sheer size of it.
Read moreWill be back for more when I'm in the area again.
Updated from previous review on 2024-08-22
Pros: Toasties, Croissant
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emu_wifey
Points +50
Such yummy toasties and baclava - Edit
I’m visiting from Bris I found them on happy cow and I had such lovely food. Baclavas, chilli hot chocolate and the BLT toastie. The bread was really yum and salted to perfection. Hoping to come back. Definitely come here if you’re looking for some wholesome food. They also sell some yummy pantry vegan items and vegan lollies/chocolate.
Read morePros: Flavours, Customer service
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Kittybiscuit
Points +8716
Delicious food and near public transport - Edit
14/07/24 it’s been a while but I went with a vegan group today. It’s an easy train ride from flinders st (or Frankston if coming from the other direction) and then a 5 min walk. I ordered the cheesy toasty and a double espresso with a mint hot chocolate. The staff were absolutely lovely. I loved the toastie and the drinks. So delicious and I bought a couple of yummy treats from there too.
Read moreWe came here for breakfast. I’ve been wanting to try it for a while. I had a large coffee with soy and was delighted that dark chocolate was on top. There are a few table ps inside with 6-8 chairs at each plus a bench. I ordered the big breakfast and was very very full. The rosti was particularly delicious and I liked that there were bits of everything so you could try a few different things. I liked that you gave a choice of different breads. My partner had the pancakes. Some syrup would be lovely with them but they tasted nice. The menu looked quite long and I must admit I didn’t read all of it as I saw the big madre! Id like to go here again.
Updated from previous review on 2024-07-14
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MarleyTyler
Points +703
Great little vegan cafe - Edit
Wonderful to have a 100% vegan cafe. I had the mushroom and cheese toastie which was yum. Can’t wait to try the other items. It’s a very small place with friendly staff.
Read moreTiggy
There’s only 100% vegan 🌱 🤩 Any less is not vegan 😢. Yay! I love this place 💜 😃
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Tiggy
Points +13798
I really do Love Madre 💜 - Edit
I have warm fuzzy feelings about this place. The fare is simple but it ticks a lot of boxes: a small, genuinely vegan, family-run business. I’ve been making a point of coming in weekly for coffee and lunch to support it in this tough economic climate, and it’s a pleasure to do so. I’ve made my way through the toastie menu, all so tasty, substantial and decadently messy. I’m a big fan of the Italian sandwich with its strong flavours - pepperoni, sundried tomato, olives - but the parma and souvlakiI toasties are also delicious as well as substantial with their meats, and the cheesy mushroom, BLT and pesto are all tasty and lighter. I love the cosy atmosphere and the specialty plant-based items. I bought a decent brie a couple of weeks ago for a work meeting. I particularly love the warm and friendly staff who create such a lovely vibe and, along with the delicious toasties, always make me look forward to my next visit .
Read more4/8/2022
Cheltenham’s finest ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
I realise as I write this that it’s three years to the day since I wrote my last review for LM. It feels very different from what I remember, with more of a focus on takeaway and take-home, deli and pantry products, but there is still a full menu. Prices are very reasonable for things like smashed avo ($16), the cheeseburger ($16) The staff were super friendly, helpful and chatty and really made the cafe a nice place to be. I ordered the Italian focaccia, with salami, pesto and cheese, which was a really decent size for $15. It was delicious did not disappoint at all. I made a second visit today before I posted the review and ordered the nachos. While they were priced a bit higher than other things, they were absolutely huge, intended for two people or more I imagine, but I finished them on my own. I might’ve wanted a bit more salsa or something acidic or citrusy to cut through the carbs, beans, avo and cheese though, which all made it pretty heavy. This is a great lunch spot though and an asset for Cheltenham.
scottobrien61
A masterclass in supporting vegan first and only and vegan owned business 🤌🏼
Read moretardis3
Love this place. Fun fact, I was their first customer when they opened 👀
Read moreTiggy
@tardis3 - Wear that badge with pride. This is such an important business for the Melbourne vegan community and a real asset for Cheltenham.
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blovessummer
Points +362
Love this place! - Edit
The food and drinks are always amazing and then it’s all presented by the loveliest people you could ask for. Only good things to say about this place. Just love it!
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novog1
Points +1396
Bayside vegan - Edit
great selection & take home goods
Read moreTiggy
Love their toasties and lunches too.
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franceshaha
Points +245
Dreamy Vegan Toasties! - Edit
My favourite local vegan spot!
Read moreI almost always get a Cheeseburger Toastie ($16), but everything I've tried on their extensive menu is delicious - I've never had a bad meal here!
They offer six different toasties, full meals including: smashed avo, açai bowl, and nachos, as well as a range of sweet and savoury pastries. They also have a small grocery section with both pantry items and fridge goods including vegan cheese and mock meats.
The staff are lovely and worth a visit!
Pros: Lovely staff, delicious vegan toasties, grocery items
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Vegan bear 32
Points +78
Best little gem! - Edit
This is such a gem, great toasties, good selection of pantry and vegan cheeseessss!!!!!! And the staff is great too xxxx
Read morePros: Food, Vegan cheese selection, Staff
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chatreuse
Points +3191
OMG soo good! - Edit
The cheesy mushroom toastie was absolutely delicious. The cheese was so melty, the mushrooms were generously flavoured with garlic and thyme, and the red onion really was the perfect addition to the mix, flavourful but not overpowering.
Read moreI can't wait to go back to try the pesto, and souvlaki toasties.
We also got the espresso martini bar, which was quite dark/bitter chocolate, and I'm pretty sure was a raw dessert, which I don't enjoy.
Mixed souvlaki toastie: good with fresh salad, but can taste the coconut in the tzatziki, and not enough garlic or dill.
Updated from previous review on 2023-10-16
Pros: cheesy mushroom toastie, lovely friendly service
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TazR
Points +126
Best Smashed Avo! - Edit
We always get the smashed avo every time and is still my very favourite place to go. Also had the mixed souvlaki toastie which was amazing to no suprise. We try something different along with the smashed avo every time and always very tasty. Staff are super lovely and it’s a very calm and relaxing environment.
Read moreAlso, Oreo milkshake is a must everytime we go
Updated from previous review on 2024-01-06
Pros: Value for money , AMAZING smashed avo, Friendly and welcoming staff
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Sunny420
Points +66
Best vegan toasties in Melbourne - Edit
Literally the best toasties in Melbourne. The pesto and BLT are my favourites, closely followed by the souvlaki! The strawberry milkshakes also rule. Love this beautiful place so much!!!!!! Lots of great pantry and fridge products too.
Read morePros: Everything
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MichLeanne
Points +268
Yum toasties gf options - Edit
Lovely service, tasty toasties - the gf burger one was a double decker which was great because gf bread is often smaller. I love the bread off cuts sold - I used some to make garlic bread that night.
Read morePros: Friendly , So many chocolates (inc KitKat!) , Fridge with cheese.
terria
Sounds delicious! 😋
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MiffyMills
Points +921
You will not regret - Edit
We moved to the area a few months ago and this immediately became our favourite Cafe. Really great range of food and everything i have tried has been 10/10, but the BLT is my favourite. It's so nice to have vegan food that isn't just the "healthy whole food" type variety . You will not regret eating at Love Madre
Read morePros: Vegans versions of cafe favourites, Everything is so delicious , Big variety
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Ninnaskitchenbrighton
Points +184
Love this place. Great food with a friendly smile. - Edit
Family owned cafe with incredible food. A must visit I!!
Read morePros: Incredible food
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Gluttonous-Gourmand
Points +294
Great little fully vegan cafe - Edit
Lovely friendly helpful staff with delicious food, heaps of sweet treats & groceries to boot.
Read moreI had the garlicky mushroom & cheddar toastie which was superb - thick slabs of crunchy sourdough cooked to perfection filled with the best cheese I've tasted (bought some home from their grocery section) and plump juicy garlicky mushrooms.
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madelinek
Points +2158
lovely💗💓💗🌱💕💕🥑💚 - Edit
yummy vegan food! not that many gf options but such a great atmosphere and sweetest staff:)
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MrJan2022
Points +16
Love it - Edit
Great place to grab some nice Vegan food. Had the cheeseburger sandwich multiple times.
Read moreThey sell some nice cheeses and other vegan stuff as well.
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tkee1212
Points +17
Absolutely perfect - Edit
Love Madre honestly has it all. Fully vegan menu with loads of options for all sorts of tastes. We tried two different original paninis, both were so full of flavour and filling as well. We also tried a creamy mushroom pie which was super tasty, as well as several sweet treats (a cookie sandwich and two of the muffins) which were all amazing. The staff were so smiley, friendly, attentive and fun. They also took extra care after learning about my nut allergy. I would go to Love Madre every day if I could!
Read moreOh also check out their generous and hugely varied range of vegan treats including an impressive variety of dairy free cheese and chocolate! Also plenty of giftable buys.
Thanks so much everyone at Love Madre!! This place is the vegan dream.
Pros: Loads of original tasty vegan options , Huge range of products , Lovely staff
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Paul_Candy
Points +54
Our go to weekend spot - Edit
Have been here numerous times. Lovely staff, good comfort food. We love the milkshakes and the nachos.
Read morePros: Take away, Reliable
Cons: Not much seating, Quite oily food
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mumma_bev
Points +203
I’m in toastie heaven - Edit
I got the BLT toastie and in was delish and very filling. Lots of really good options on the menu. A really nice intimate atmosphere with friendly staff. Lots of lovey pastries and biscuits and lots of specialty grocery items to buy.
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divlauren
Points +182
Cosy cafe with yummy toasties, pastries, and vegan groceries! - Edit
Such a cosy cafe with a varied menu of interesting drinks and yummy toasties. They have a wide range of vegan pastries available and a large selection of vegan groceries like chocolates, lollies, mock meats, and cheeses.
Read morePros: Delicious food and drink, Vegan groceries, Heaps of yummy pastries
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Gaylef
Points +138
Delicious and great atmosphere - Edit
We enjoyed going here last week! I had a delicious chickpea and veg curry, and my kids enjoyed their cheese and tomato toasties.
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JeanMenere
Points +26
My favourite cafe in Cheltenham - Edit
This place is always good and the staff are so lovely! I love the menu items and there’s so many yum treats in the cabinet too!
Read morePros: All vegan, Vegan snacks you can buy, Lovely service
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JonathanLipshut
Points +60
Wow! Amazing - Edit
Had the cheeseburger Toastie. When you taste one of these, you will confirm to yourself that there is no reason people should ever think of eating animal product. Give it a try
Read morePros: Taste
HappyVehan
Thanks for th info !
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james_
Points +41
fantastic offering and wonderful team - Edit
a real gem in this area, great mix of foods, made with
Read morelove and a smiling friendly greeting every time
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