Good coffee made by coffee lovers. Come by for your morning fix or swing in for a quick takeaway.
Jackson Dodds is the neighbourhood favourite for Preston, Reservoir, Thornbury, Coburg and Northcote locals — mostly because we make a damn good coffee.
Smooth, balanced, never bitter, never burnt. Just proper coffee made by people who actually care (and drink a lot of it themselves).
You’ll find us just off Gilbert Road. Look for the graffiti wall — you literally can’t miss it.
Takeaway on the run or a slow dine-in moment? Either way, we’ve got your caffeine covered.
Look, Melbourne doesn’t mess around with coffee – and neither do we.
Simple. Quality. Consistent. That’s the JD way.
Need coffee now? Drop in, we’re open.
Our takeaway service is quick, reliable, and ideal for anyone heading to the tram, school drop-off, work, or the gym. Same flavour, same quality — just faster.
Coffee might bring you in, but the vibe is what keeps people coming back.
5 stars served daily
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!

