Opening hours
| Monday | 7:30 am – 3 pm |
| Tuesday | 7:30 am – 3 pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30 am – 3 pm |
| Thursday | 7:30 am – 3 pm |
| Friday | 7:30 am – 3 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am – 3 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am – 2 pm |
Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address31 Ivanhoe Parade, Ivanhoe VIC
- Phone(03) 9499 1313
- Websitetheforeignercafe.com.au
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
31 Ivanhoe Parade, Ivanhoe VIC · 8.9 km from Melbourne centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypeCafé
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
- AreaIvanhoe, Melbourne
- StateVictoria
- HoursOpen 7 days, from early morning
About The Foreigner
Located in Ivanhoe, VIC, The Foreigner is a cafés & brunch café serving locals and visitors alike. You'll find it at 31 Ivanhoe Parade, Ivanhoe VIC, roughly 8.9 km from the Melbourne city centre.
Australia's café culture is world-famous: expertly made flat whites, all-day brunch, smashed avo and house-baked treats. Cafés are usually busiest on weekend mornings and many close by mid-afternoon.
The Foreigner is open 7 days, from early morning; the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in Ivanhoe? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Bussaracum Thai and Cosi Duci.
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
What to order
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Closest restaurants to The Foreigner
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Bussaracum Thai 🍜 Thai · Ivanhoe30 mSE · 1 min walk
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2
Cosi Duci 🍨 Desserts & Gelato · 227 Upper Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe30 mSE · 1 min walk
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3
Souva So Good 🫒 Greek & Mediterranean · 231 Upper Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe30 mSE · 1 min walk
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4
Dama Rose 🍽️ International · Ivanhoe40 mS · 1 min walk
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5
Crust 🍕 Pizza · Ivanhoe60 mSE · 1 min walk
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6
Thai Lantern 🍜 Thai · Ivanhoe60 mSE · 1 min walk -
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Extracted ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 215 Upper Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe60 mSW · 1 min walk
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Va Tutto 🍽️ International · 226 Upper Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe60 mSE · 1 min walk -
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Tre Fontane ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 218 Upper Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe90 mS · 1 min walk
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10
Pinkie ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Ivanhoe200 mS · 2 min walk
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Eating out in Ivanhoe
Ivanhoe is home to 26 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Melbourne area with 9,581 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, international restaurants, thai restaurants. Within 25 km of The Foreigner there are 8,640 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Bellfield (1.6 km), Eaglemont (1.7 km), Ivanhoe East (1.7 km), Alphington (2.0 km).
Cuisine mix in Ivanhoe
Frequently asked questions
Where is The Foreigner located?
The Foreigner is located at 31 Ivanhoe Parade, Ivanhoe VIC. It is about 8.9 km from the centre of Melbourne. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of The Foreigner?
The Foreigner is open 7 days, from early morning. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Melbourne time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does The Foreigner serve?
The Foreigner serves Cafés & Brunch cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact The Foreigner?
You can reach The Foreigner by phone on (03) 9499 1313 or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to The Foreigner?
The closest venue is Bussaracum Thai, about 30 m to the south-east (1 min walk). Other close options include Cosi Duci (30 m), Souva So Good (30 m), Dama Rose (40 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near The Foreigner?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Spice Mix (Indian, 6.5 km), Yeshi Ethiopian Restaurant (African, 6.7 km), Al Dente Enoteca (Italian, 7.0 km).
Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near Ivanhoe?
Other cafés & brunch venues close by include Subway (450 m), Docasa (600 m), Lip Cafe (790 m).
How many restaurants are there in Ivanhoe?
Our guide lists 26 places to eat in Ivanhoe, most commonly cafés & brunch (6), international restaurants (5), thai restaurants (2). Within 25 km there are 8,640 venues in total.