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About Social Foundry

Social Foundry is a welcoming café and dining destination at 86 Mollison St, Kyneton VIC 3444, where quality food, thoughtfully prepared drinks, and a relaxed atmosphere come together throughout the day.

Whether you are starting the morning with breakfast and expertly made coffee, meeting friends for brunch, enjoying a healthy lunch, or settling in for dinner and dessert, the menu offers something for a wide range of tastes and occasions.

Guests can choose from a carefully selected range of teas, quick bites, small plates, healthy options, beer, cocktails, spirits, and other refreshments. Known for its great coffee and delicious desserts, Social Foundry is an inviting choice for a casual catch-up, a leisurely meal, a solo dining experience, or a memorable gathering with family and friends.

The café’s comfortable, casual, and trendy setting makes it easy to enjoy your visit exactly as you wish. Outdoor seating provides an appealing option for relaxed meals and drinks, while table service, an on-site bar, restrooms, and free Wi-Fi add convenience for everyday dining and longer stays.

With a welcoming environment for working on a laptop, meeting colleagues, or sharing a meal, Social Foundry suits both spontaneous visits and carefully planned occasions. Live music and live performances add an energetic touch on selected visits, creating an enjoyable backdrop for dining, conversation, and special moments.

Flexible service options make Social Foundry convenient wherever you choose to enjoy your meal. Customers can dine in, order takeaway, arrange delivery, make use of on-site services, or organise catering for events and group occasions. Reservations are accepted, making it simple to plan breakfast meetings, relaxed lunches, evening meals, celebrations, and larger gatherings.

Payment is easy, with credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments accepted.

Social Foundry is designed to help more guests dine comfortably and confidently, with a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet. Its strong customer rating of 4.70 out of 5 from 266 reviews reflects the café’s appealing food and drink selection, friendly atmosphere, versatile service, and consistent focus on enjoyable experiences.

Visit Social Foundry at 86 Mollison St, Kyneton VIC 3444, Australia, or call +61 3 5422 7692 to make a reservation or learn more.

★★★★★ 4.70 rating (266 reviews)
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Crafted with Passion

Every dish tells a story. Explore our carefully curated menu featuring seasonal favorites and signature creations.

Signature Dishes

Our chef's signature creations featuring locally-sourced ingredients and innovative culinary techniques.

Fresh Ingredients

We partner with local farmers and suppliers to bring you the freshest seasonal ingredients every day.

Crafted with Care

Every plate is prepared with attention to detail, combining traditional recipes with modern presentation.

Social Foundry interior
Est. Local Favorite

A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

Bryce McLean

Bryce McLean

2 years ago

Excellent coffee and atmosphere. Spacious area for relaxing 😎 with an artificial grass outdoor space. Work space and toilets out back extend the offerings.

Renee Rogan

Renee Rogan

2 months ago

A fantastic Cafe find in Kyneton, absolutely delicious brunch & coffee. I will definitely be returning when visiting my Dad again. Highly recommend

Hollie

Hollie

2 years ago

The food here is amazing! Highly recommend the corn and zucchini fritters. Service was friendly and quick plus there’s plenty of space inside and out for groups and kids. Can’t wait to come back again.

Jill Hanson

Jill Hanson

3 months ago

There is indoor and outdoor seating and plenty of space! The staff are friendly and helpful. We met our nephew there and I could see why he recommended Social Foundry! Helping others is a great idea! Well done all..

James G

James G

year ago

Social Foundry in Kyneton is literally a whole vibe! Let’s talk about the smashed avo toast. It’s next level. Period. The avo is so fluffy (like, how do they even do that??), and it’s BFFs with the goat’s cheese—seriously, they’re a dream team. The pesto drizzle just ties it all together. The lattes? SO velvety and smooth. You could drink them all day. The vibe here is super chill and welcoming—perfect for a catch-up or solo coffee run. Plus, the staff are actual legends - so friendly, just genuinely nice humans. What really makes Social Foundry special is what they stand for. They’re all about giving back and making a difference, and honestly, it just restores your faith in humanity. Massive respect to these superstars for everything they do. If you haven’t checked this place out yet, what are you even doing?? Go, go, go!

J C

J C

11 months ago

Came up from Melbourne for the day and stopped in for some brunch. I must say I have NEVER in my life had sourdough bread as soft as this. It was so fresh I’m amazed! I tried their pumpkin smash dish, it was absolutely delicious. Coffee was smooth and strong. Great choice of seating outdoor, in the front of the cafe or in the back with some comfy couches and lower lighting. Great atmosphere and lovely attentive staff. Love that they highlight inclusion and diversity and donate to charity! It’s a must try!

Liah Coombs

Liah Coombs

3 months ago

Everytime my family and I make the trip to Kyneton we try and visit this wonderful place. From the moment we walked in, the vibe was warm, welcoming, and effortlessly stylish one of those places you instantly feel good in. The food was next level. Everything was fresh, full of flavour, and clearly made with so much care. What really stood out though was the service. Friendly, attentive, and genuinely lovely without feeling over the top it just made the whole experience even better. Honestly, it’s the kind of place you go to once and immediately start planning your next visit. Kyneton is lucky to have it.

Vincent Choi

Vincent Choi

6 months ago

Great 👍 celebration of 30th Stitches at this place. We had a wonderful time.

Howard Elston

Howard Elston

2 months ago

Glad we stopped for lunch. The number of customers showed this was a popular cafe, particularly with Mums and kids due to the outdoor play area. The menu included a variety of gluten free options which was important to us. The GF egg & bacon sandwich was delicious and a surprisingly large portion size for GF bread. My potato and leek soup was thick and tasty. Our meal was served by friendly staff which topped off a delightful experience.

emily s

emily s

6 months ago

Great place for all day brunch. We shared the corn and zucchini fritters and an egg, bacon and cheese toastie. Also had great coffee and beautiful fresh juice. Good service and atmosphere.

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Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Live music
  • Live performances

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safe space

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Plenty of parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

86 Mollison St, Kyneton VIC 3444, Australia

Reservations

+61 3 5422 7692

Hours

Closed · Wednesday 8 AM-3 PM
Monday 8 AM-3 PM
Tuesday 8 AM-3 PM
Wednesday 8 AM-3 PM
Thursday 8 AM-3 PM
Friday 8 AM-3 PM
Saturday 9 AM-3 PM
Sunday Closed
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