Yep, we’re making that claim. Great coffee. Great food. Great people.
Smooth coffee.
Big servings.
All-day breakfast + brunch.
Friendly staff.
Great vibe (inside and out)
Preston, Reservoir, Thornbury, Coburg and Northcote…
People travel across the north for their JD fix.
We’re flattered — but not surprised.
Classics you know and love — but with the Jackson Dodds twist.

Soft scrambled free-range eggs folded through house-made chilli jam, topped with feta cream, shallots and grated manchego, finished with basil pesto and a blistered chilli on toasted sourdough.
It's all day — so come whenever you crawl out of bed.

Smashed avocado mixed with creamy Meredith goats feta on toasted sourdough, topped with a poached egg, silky feta cream, basil pesto, pomegranate, cherry tomatoes and a toasted-seed crunch.

Three grilled pea, corn and halloumi fritters served with a crisp fennel-apple salad, romesco sauce, whipped feta and a perfectly poached egg. A plate of colour, crunch and savoury goodness. (Contains nuts.)

Two free range poached eggs served with (pulled beef brisket or smoked salmon) two house-made hash, hollandaise, side of slaw and corn.
Melissa RamseyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jackson Dodds has been a long-time staple in Preston and an all time favourite off mine - I’ve been coming here for years. The menu has something for everyone, the coffee and service are always on point and the food is delicious! If you can, keep an eye out for their pop-up dinner service! Highly recommend. Jim PTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Have been coming here for years. Love the food the quality of the coffees and special drinks and the service. It's the best cafe in the area. AndyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My favourite cafe in Preston. Their jerk chicken roll hits the spot every time, and their chai latte is the best in Melbourne, so creamy, it's like a hug on the inside. Always heaps of staff on, and the takeaway queue moves quickly. Tony AbousattoutTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Night was fantastic, food was great, service was next to none definitely can’t wait for the next dinner although we are here almost every day anyway well done guys awesome job katherine abousattoutTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This place is amazing, it’s our go to for everything!!!! Rob is a spectacular cook, presentation is on a whole other level… I love how family orientated it is, you sure do feel like at home…. Been coming here for more than 5 years and they never disappoint. Keep up the great work guys 👏👏 Tom CooperTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Love this place- one of my locals and has such good food and coffee Shawn WatkinsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great family environment better food James BozinekisTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Daniel the Italia stallion barista works wonders, never had a better coffee in my life, number 1 in Melbournes northern suburbs. Reto von GuntenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best Café Place in the North. Efrocini KrokosTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best cafe in Preston!


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Address
Jackson Dodds Café
611 Gilbert Road, Preston VIC 3072
Look for the graffiti wall — you can’t miss it.

