Cafes

Charlies On East

4.3 470 reviews 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM 4 Hughes Ave, Port Fairy VIC 3284, Australia

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At Charlies On East, a cozy café nestled on Hughes Ave in Port Fairy, the beachside atmosphere enhances the charm of a delightful dining experience. Known for its extensive breakfast and lunch offerings, the café presents an impressive selection of healthy options, including vegan and vegetarian dishes. Revel in a perfect brunch with their popular Benedict or a hearty Charlies Burger. The venue is well-equipped with wheelchair-accessible features and outdoor seating, making it inclusive for all. With a laid-back vibe, it’s ideal for solo visits or casual group gatherings while enjoying breathtaking views over the beach. A true gem for food lovers and tourists alike!

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Amenities & More

Service options

Outdoor seating
Delivery
Takeout
Dine-in

Highlights

Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Great wine list

Popular for

Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop

Dining options

Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Table service

Amenities

Bar onsite
Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual
Cozy

Crowd

Groups
Tourists

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Charlies On East before visiting.

Reviews for Charlies On East

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Review highlights

Based on 470 reviews

Charlies On East is widely appreciated for its stunning beachfront location, offering both indoor and outdoor seating that enhances the dining experience. Customers frequently highlight the generous portions and delicious breakfast options, including standout dishes such as waffles and seafood chowder. The venue is praised for its authentic, local atmosphere and friendly, accommodating staff who contribute to a welcoming environment. Visitors enjoy the combination of great food, refreshing drinks, and picturesque views, making it a popular spot for breakfast, lunch, and casual coffee. While the menu may differ slightly from online descriptions, the overall quality and ambiance consistently receive positive feedback.

Rod Dunn

Apr 04, 2025

Great place for lunch or coffee, with magnificent views over the beach.

Hayley Memory

Mar 28, 2025

What a fantastic little venue! It's a beautiful location overlooking the beach, with the option of both indoor and outdoor seating. The menu looked a bit different to what I'd seen online but it was great nevertheless. I had the sweet waffles (best waffles I've had!) and my partner had the big breakfast (I can't remember the exact name) and he thoroughly enjoyed it too. It wasn't too busy and there was a lot more seating than I was expecting, so that was a nice surprise. Staff are lovely. Will definitely be going back!

Patrick Barlow

Mar 14, 2025

Had a fantastic breakfast here with my son.Generous portions.Delicious juices !Really friendly staff.Authentic place, full of locals.

Julian Challenger

Mar 07, 2025

Lovely drink on the beach with a great view!

John Lim

Feb 24, 2025

We arrived 5mins after the kitchen closed at 2:05pm. The staff obliged to cook our order. The Seafood Chowder was so hearty and delicious and the Garlic Prawns was delicious too. Friendly staff, great food and great views/ambience. Highly recommended

Richard Hastings

Feb 16, 2025

Wonderful place right next to beach. We just had coffee and that was great

Sandi

Feb 15, 2025

Always love it here. You are greeted very quickly by a lovely lady. Good choice of food. Food was quick, and so tasty.. we never hesitate to eat here..

John Murphy

Jan 02, 2025

Amazing restaurant with a beautiful view. All the food was amazing and very well sized! We got salt and pepper squid and a Charlie's burger. The burger was massive! I had to eat it with a knife and fork, as it was too big to hold and eat. Really good selection of food with a kids menu with things that were mainly 10 each. Also very well sized. We got sausages and chips for our little one.Very spacious in the restaurant as well and plenty of room for a pram or two.They also have outdoor seating looking over the beach. Amazing place and extremely friendly and polite staff.Highly recommend.One thing to note for Iced Coffee lovers, I got an iced latte, and it didnt come with cream or icecream, it's just like a cold coffee.