Jackson Dodds

Brunch Near Me

Big portions, bold flavours, all-day brunch, and that “feel-good” café vibe that makes brunch taste even better.
Or just walk in — we’ve always got room for brunch lovers.
750+ Melburnians agree.

Your Local Spot for Seriously Good Brunch

If your “brunch near me” search has led you here, welcome — you’re in the right place.

Jackson Dodds is the brunch favourite for Preston, Reservoir, Thornbury, Coburg and Northcote locals. Why? Because we do brunch properly: generous servings, fresh ingredients, and flavours that hit every time.

Find us just off Gilbert Road — look out for the graffiti wall and you’ve arrived.

Whether you’re here for a slow weekend session or a midweek treat, we’ve got something you’ll love.

Brunch That Makes the Trip Worth It

Brunch isn’t complicated — it just needs to taste good. And that’s exactly what we do.

  • Big servings
  • Bold, comforting flavours
  • Classics alongside creative specials
  • Veggie-friendly, vegan-friendly, and GF options
  • Fresh ingredients

Simple. Generous. Delicious. That’s the JD approach to brunch.

All-Day Brunch, Anytime You Want It

Whether it’s 9am or 1:45pm, brunch should always be an option.

Brunch Classics People Come Back For

A few fan favourites (without giving away too much):

Featured Brunch Favourites
Avo Smash

Avo Smash (V, GFO)

Smashed avo with creamy Meredith goat’s feta, pomegranate, cherry tomatoes, basil pesto and toasted seeds — finished with a poached egg on sourdough.

Chilli Scrambled

Chilli Scrambled (V, GFO)

Free-range eggs folded with house-made chilli jam, feta cream, manchego, shallots, basil pesto and a blistered chilli.

Frankenstien Fritters- Jackson Dodds Cafe

Frankenstein Fritters

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.)

Boss Benny

Boss Benny

Two free range poached eggs served with (pulled beef brisket or smoked salmon) two house-made hash, hollandaise, side of slaw and corn.

The kind of menu that makes choosing the hardest part.

Apparently We’re Pretty Good

5 stars served daily

See You Soon For Brunch