The 6th Child Cafe

25 Harrington Square, Altona VIC 3018, Australia
+61 481 732 998
$$$ Cafe
(187 Reviews)
Price Range $1–20

The 6th Child Cafe is a cozy spot tucked away in Altona's Harrington Square, offering a relaxed, casual atmosphere that suits both early risers and midday café goers. The space feels welcoming without being crowded, making it a convenient place for locals to grab strong coffee, catch up with friends, or enjoy a quiet moment with a book.

The cafe’s coffee stands out—regulars often highlight the quality of the long blacks and lattes, crafted with clear attention to detail. This focus on well-prepared coffee pairs naturally with their menu, which features a blend of Asian-inspired dishes and familiar café breakfast fares. The Wok Tossed Rice Drop Noodles and Thai Beef Rendang hint at the kitchen’s ability to bring authentic, fresh flavors that offer a break from the usual café standard.

Breakfast and lunch here lean towards generous, balanced plates including options like the smashed avo with feta and the open grilled halloumi vegan dish, making it a spot that attracts those looking for something nourishing yet a bit different from the typical toast-and-coffee routine. It’s a place where you might come for a leisurely breakfast or a laid-back lunch, perhaps after a morning walk along Altona’s foreshore.

Visitors can expect friendly, attentive service that feels local and genuine. While the kitchen sometimes takes a bit longer to deliver meals during busier periods, most customers find the wait worthwhile, a sign that the kitchen focuses on quality over speed. The menu also caters well to various dietary needs, making it suitable for diverse groups.

Given its size and vibe, The 6th Child Cafe is ideal for those who aren’t in a rush—people looking to savor food and coffee slowly, whether solo or in small groups. Weekday mornings can be particularly pleasant here, when the café is lively enough to feel connected yet quiet enough to have a relaxed conversation or some focused work time.

Overall, The 6th Child Cafe fits naturally into the rhythm of Altona life as a spot to enjoy thoughtful coffee and uncommon café dishes without the fuss. Regulars appreciate that it feels like a local meeting point where fresh, flavorful food meets a casual, down-to-earth vibe.

Highlights
Serves great coffee
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Good for working on laptop
What they serve
Serves coffee
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Best for
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Tuesday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Wednesday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Thursday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Friday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

,

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Saturday

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

,

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Sunday

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

,

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

187 Reviews
Patricia Jee

23 Dec 2025

We had the Thai Beef Rendang, Thai Salad, Beef Noodle Soup, Chicken Burger and Brekkie Breakfast. They were all delicious and well balanced. The wait for food took a while but worth the wait. The coffee was excellent, we had the long black and latte. Definitely will be back for the food when we are not in a rush.

Kay Roq

31 Oct 2025

Awsum authentic fresh asian simple food. Great bagel haloumi bagel--that sauce was amazing! Beef rendang reminded me of home cooking. Great first time experience and it will not be the last! This place goes into my brekkie/lunch rotation list!

Lee S

27 Oct 2025

This hidden gem is potentially too hidden, but the hard-working ladies here produce delicious, unique dishes whilst also being familiar enough that there's something for everyone. Smiling service, good coffee and one of the few places which haven't raised prices in the last year. Hope everyone helps keep this little business going.

Ali “Jeff” Jafari

21 Oct 2025

- Update Dec 2025: Another EXCELLENT breakfast... The coffee was outstanding and the food is very yum! There are other options around here that look bigger and better but I assure you this place is a cut above with flavour and uniqueness a MUST HAVE gem. Give it a try and you will be hooked. Checkout the pics The food is VERY, VERY DELICIOUS!!! Highly recommend checking them out, we have been there twice in three weeks and both times I was extremely happy with the flavours. The staff are very kind and friendly and the prices are definitely lower than you'd expect for the quality. The interior looks very vintage in the most positive way but I would go here for the food not the decor, don't think twice, the food is amazing!

Cherie Meurant

11 Oct 2025

Fantastic catering for group of 40 for end of year. So much delicious food. Perfectly catered to all dietary needs. Highly recommend.

World Foodie

10 Oct 2025

Awesome café with delicious South East Asian food as well as regular Melbourne café staples. The Thai Beef Rendang is a real standout with spice perfectly balanced with a fruity sweetness.

Tanisha Daniel

07 Oct 2025

Owner Rasy put everything into her food and hospitality. 6th child is a place you can always come for amazing food and know it will hit the mark everytime. Her food is filled with flavour and her items on the menu are quite unique for brunch and dinner options. Her meals have an amazing Asian twist and even the ingredients she uses are of high quality. It’s a place I love coming back to over and over again due to the consistency and value for money. I love supporting local businesses who put their heart in everything they do!

Jessie Lin

14 Sep 2025

2023.10 A must-visit place with delicacy to die for. Coffee is nice for sure. Chef is extremely experienced in spices and flavors, the smashed avo (with that amazing marinated mushroom), shakshuka (that sauce my gosh), and the vegetarian wok tossed noodles (couldn’t help but finished the whole plate) were so on spot. I definitely left as a satisfied food lover. Thank you, the 6th Child Cafe!

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