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Chicken Parmigiana

The best chicken parmigiana with a deliciously crispy coating smothered in a rich homemade tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese.

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Chicken Parmigiana at Basil with Thyme
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Beef Burger

Grilled prime beef pattie, lettuce, tomato, beetroot, onion, dill pickle, cheese and tomato sauce on a toasted brioche bun.

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Beef Burger at Basil with Thyme
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Lasagna

Homemade Italian-style lasagne made by our chef with premier mince meat, Bouchier bolognaise sauce toped with Monsterella chees.

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Lasagna at Basil with Thyme
Flagstaff

Open Mon–Fri 7am–2pm

Specialty coffee, breakfast and lunch next to Flagstaff station — order ahead or grab a table.

About us

Beer on tap and glasses of wine on a Thursday evening at Basil with Thyme

Coffee, breakfast and lunch next to Flagstaff station

Order ahead for quick pickup, grab a table for a hot meal or talk to us about office catering.

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A fresh beer on tap beside a glass of red wine on a Thursday evening at Basil with Thyme
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Coffee, breakfast & lunch

Just steps from Flagstaff station — specialty coffee, hot meals and catering for CBD offices. Open Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 2:00pm.

  • Specialty coffee & all-day breakfast
  • Open Mon–Fri 7:00am – 2:00pm
  • 271 William Street, next to Flagstaff station

View food menu (03) 9600 1588

Enjoyed responsibly. Liquor served for consumption on premises only. It is an offence to supply alcohol to a person under the age of 18 years. Liquor licensee: Basil with Thyme.

(03) 9600 1588

271 William Street

Melbourne, Victoria, 3000

Open Monday – Friday

Mon–Fri: 7:00am – 2:00pm

Sat & Sun: Closed

Welcome to Basil with Thyme Café/Restaurant

Basil with Thyme Cafe/Restaurant is open for breakfast and lunch in the Melbourne CBD area next to Flagstaff station. Come and enjoy our selection of homemade sandwiches, focaccias, wraps, salads, soups and hot meals. Whether you're looking to relax over a cup of coffee or grab a quick bite to go.

We source market fresh premium ingredients and our kitchen prepares all meals so they served fresh and delicious. Our kitchen prepares each meal to order. We pride ourselves on quality and the taste of our food.

Our Services

Coffee

Our coffee is blended roasted from the finest quality Arabica coffee, sourced from the best growing regions across the globe.

All Day Breakfast

Basil with Thyme offers a full cooked breakfast range, cooked to order fresh and served all day from 7:00 AM.

Lunch

Do not have any time for sit down lunch? come and pick up freshly cooked bain marie food. Or from our a la carte menu.

Catering

Basil with Thyme offers corporate catering and private catering. So if you are looking for catering packages please contact us.

Popular with regulars

A few of the dishes our CBD regulars come back for again and again.

Chicken Parmigiana

Crumbed chicken breast with rich tomato sauce and melted mozzarella, served hot from the kitchen.

Beef Burger

Grilled beef patty with salad, beetroot, cheese and tomato sauce on a toasted brioche bun.

Lasagna

House-made lasagne layered with mince, bolognese sauce and cheese, baked fresh on site.

Cold beer on tap at Basil with Thyme

Beer on Tap

A cold, rotating beer poured fresh from the tap when available during cafe hours.

Red and white wine by the glass at Basil with Thyme

Wine

A selection of red and white wines by the glass, available during cafe hours.

Office catering in Melbourne CBD

Hosting a team meeting, training day or client lunch near Flagstaff? Three simple packages for 8-10 people - pickup from 271 William St or nearby delivery by arrangement. Enquiries before 10am get a same-morning reply.

  • Breakfast board - pastries / toasties / fruit - order by 2pm previous day
  • Sandwich & wrap platter - mixed gourmet selection with veg options - order by 2pm previous day
  • Hot lunch tray - hot favourites + salads - preferred previous day

Enquire about catering (03) 9600 1588

What Our Guests Say

Real feedback from customers who visit Basil with Thyme.

"Great coffee, delicious meals and friendly staff. Would highly recommend."

- Gale (Google Review)

"All new hot foods, great coffee, friendly staff, close to Flagstaff station."

- Edward (Google Review)

"Great food, fantastic people and sensational coffee."

- Milton (Google Review)

We also listen when things go wrong.

"Way too overpriced as compared to the quality of food."

- Ebaad (Google Review)

Our response: We’ve since reviewed pricing and portions on key menu items to make sure guests feel they get great value for money.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer takeaway?

Yes. All of our breakfast, lunch and coffee options are available for takeaway, and you can also order ahead online for faster pickup.

Can you cater for dietary requirements?

We can accommodate vegetarian and other common dietary needs. For specific requirements, please contact us and we’ll confirm available options.

How do I place a large office order?

You can email us at admin@basilwiththyme.com.au or call (03) 9600 1588 to discuss your order and timing.

Where are you located?

We’re at 271 William Street, Melbourne — just a short walk from Flagstaff station in the CBD.