The 6th Child Cafe

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

Discover a hidden gem at The 6th Child Cafe, nestled at 25 Harrington Square in Altona, VIC. This charming café is more than just a stop for coffee; it’s a culinary experience that fuses unique Asian influences with contemporary Australian café culture. With a warm ambience and a friendly atmosphere, The 6th Child Cafe invites food lovers to indulge in a delightful array of dishes, perfect for brunch or a leisurely lunch.

With a menu designed to tantalize your taste buds, you can’t miss their standout offerings. Dive into the Thai Beef Rendang, expertly crafted with tender beef, aromatic spices, and served on a bed of fluffy jasmine rice. Customers rave about its authentic flavor and balanced texture, making it a must-try for any spice enthusiast. For something hearty yet light, the Braised Beef Noodle Soup is a comforting bowl filled with fresh bean sprouts and Asian greens, ideal for those chilly days.

Vegetarian? The Open Grilled Halloumi Vegan dish is a feast for the senses: crispy halloumi on smoothly roasted sweet potato, topped with a vibrant salsa verde that will leave you craving more. Pair it with their expertly brewed coffee, noted for its smoothness and richness, ensuring you get the perfect pick-me-up alongside your meal.

The ambiance at The 6th Child Cafe is both inviting and cozy, with its vintage decor and a friendly service team that makes you feel right at home. Locals adore the café for its authenticity and the personal touch from owner Rasy, whose love for food radiates through every dish served. Patricia Jee, a repeat visitor, aptly describes the café's offerings: “delicious and well balanced,” and worth every moment spent waiting for your meal. The attention to flavor and quality ingredients shines through, and for Rasy, it’s all about delivering that unique dining experience time and again.

Whether you're a local or dropping by, The 6th Child Cafe is a delightful escape from the ordinary. The blend of exceptional food, a welcoming atmosphere, and genuine hospitality makes it a place you'll want to return to over and over. With prices that cater to every budget, it’s truly a fantastic value for the epicurean delights you’ll enjoy.

For reservations or inquiries, you can reach them at +61 481 732 998. Make sure your next culinary adventure starts here, at The 6th Child Cafe—where flavors come alive!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
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
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Openings Hours

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

04 Oct 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.

Tanisha Daniel

18 Sep 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!

Lee S

03 Sep 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

23 Aug 2025

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!

S A H I L

16 Aug 2025

I had this crispy pork belly with some rice and side salad infused with hoisin coconut which was rich, sweet and perfectly balanced. This dish is truly a hidden gem, each bite of the crispy pork was a perfect combination of crunchy, tender and refreshment. Definitely worth trying!

Andrew Purnama

16 Aug 2025

Went there for brunch. It was a very good discovery! Ordered : Thai beef rendang --- It was perfect! It has a very good texture, quite tender while maintaining its texture. It has a typical but authentic beef rendang, strong and spicy. The rice also cooked nicely, not too dry and definitely not too soft. And the Asian slaw surprisingly added a nice balance to the "heaviness" of the beef and the spices. One of the best beef rendang I've ever encountered in Melbourne. Braised beef noodle soup --- It was light but tasty at the same time. Feels refreshing too. The soup has certain sweetness to it that makes it unique, very typical Thai style :) The beef slices were very tender and tasty. Coffee --- It's quite light but very smooth. Very enjoyable, feels like you can have free flow of it for the entire day!

Neal Lynch

27 Jun 2025

Quite frankly the best and best value for money breakfasts for miles around. Just had the Veggie Big Breakfast and the baked beans with dill were outstanding, the eggs perfect, and the wedges were as crunchy and delicious as possible. Coffee (Kaplan) is always 10/10 and two breakfasts and two large coffees comes in at under $50! Truly blessed to have this nearby!

Jessie Lin

20 Jun 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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