Alien&Coco @ Hardware Street

111 Hardware St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia Shop 4

4.8/5.0 (377 reviews)

Halal IngredientsCafeKoreanAmericanBeveragesSandwiches

Monday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

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Last Updated: 9th October 2026

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Q Z

Rated 5.0/5.0 4 months ago

Another Korean fusion coffee spot, absolutely love it here. The beef pastrami with yuzu black is my favourite combo. The tuna melt and cheesesteaks are also really good. But the place is honestly way too small for dine-in. Still worth it for a quick bite tho

Rabia Zafar

Rated 5.0/5.0 4 months ago

Hidden away in one of Melbourne’s laneways, this café is an absolute gem! Every bite was packed with flavour. We tried the chicken burger, pastrami sandwich, and bulgogi kimchi sandwich, and each one was fresh, generously filled, and seriously delicious. The drinks were just as impressive! The strawberry matcha is easily one of the best I’ve had, and their signature drinks were refreshing, creative, and the perfect match for the food. From the quality of the ingredients to the generous portions, everything was spot on. If you’re looking for an amazing lunch spot with great coffee, incredible sandwiches, burgers, and drinks, this place is definitely worth visiting. Highly recommend!

Nancy

Rated 3.0/5.0 5 months ago

Tried the TRUFFLE MUSHROOM — even though it was lightly toasted, the bread was still quite hard, which was a bit disappointing. The sauce was sweet which I didn’t like. The KOREAN BBQ BEEF CHEESESTEAK was pretty pricey, and the taste was just average. Nothing really stood out, and I don’t think it was worth the price. The YUZU BLACK was nice, but it wasn’t a wow kind of drink. Overall, everything was decent, but I probably wouldn’t come back.

Isabel

Rated 5.0/5.0 7 months ago

Hidden gem in the city!!! Highly recommend to try their drinks and sandwiches for lunch because everything was GREAT! Tried the peanut matcha and banana einspanner latte. Matcha was so smooth and not diluted at all, sandwiches were yummy too. The korean BBQ beef cheesetake was pretty big and you can share it with another person. The truffle mushroom had good flavours but wish there was more fresh rocket as I only saw 1 leaf 😅 There’s a few seating areas for 3 people at most, but it does get busy at lunch time so expect to take away or wait a bit to get a table.

Am I XNhi?

Rated 5.0/5.0 8 months ago

A small yet eye-catching café with the tone of green on Hardware Lane, an area known for its relaxed vibe and many Korean spots. The café itself is quite compact, with both indoor and outdoor seating for about 10–15 people. I preferred sitting outside as it’s more airy; inside felt a bit tight and carried some food smells. I tried the Peanut Latte: the coffee was strong, and the peanut butter added a nice balance of sweet, nutty richness. The ratio worked well, with neither flavour overpowering the other and the sweetness kept in check. The staff were friendly and welcoming, making my 1-hour seating here feel like when visiting a cozy home of friends.

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