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Higher Ground - CBD Industrial Warehouse Exclusive Space


With a central location at the Spencer Street end of Little Bourke, Higher Ground calls home to a heritage listed 1890’s former power station. The extraordinary space encapsulates six connected levels that effortlessly wrap around the perimeter of the original brick building delivering a host of entertaining spaces. With high cathedral-like ceilings and large arched windows with carefully curated finishes, an outside courtyard and lush greenery surrounding the venue, Higher Ground is a unique Melbourne venue with endless opportunities. The space is unique and flexible and can be set in multiple arrangements to create a truly distinctive event with the ability to accommodate groups ranging from quaint gatherings to large festivities.

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Anneliese

February 4, 2025

Enjoyed a lovely brunch at this cafe on a Sunday. I had the avocado and poached egg served on a pretzel. They loaded the dish with avocado and had whipped goat cheese which was delicious. My friends had the cheese burger and hotcake. I also had an iced long black that was very refreshing. Do note that they have 10% surcharge on weekends so be prepared to pay more of weekends!

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Coach Mel Leow

February 16, 2025

Loved the ambience… food was great too!! We had the Truffle and Mushroom Croissant, the Hotcake and Pork Katsu. Just the coffee was not strong as not even hot, even after I asked for “extra hot”. Can do better listening to customer’s request. Overall wonderful experience. Try it out!

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Nazanin R

February 15, 2025

One of the best cafe. I recommend to book in advance. Sourdough was fresh and soft. Danish was fresh and amazing. The egg was very nicely cooked. Good coffee. Kind staff. Highly recommended 😊

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Angela Ling

January 18, 2025

A favourite whenever visiting the cbd. Always bustling inside, and for good reason! Consistently delicious food 🍳 gorgeous Melbourne hospitality 🫶 and a venue and atmosphere to match 🙌 whenever I have friends visiting Melbourne it’s my go to that never fails to impress, and I always love my visits. Thanks team for always making HG such a nice visit. 🔥 hot tip, book ahead if you can! Especially weekends, otherwise the wait can be pretty long. If you haven’t booked try to get in early to avoid the line! Otherwise you can enjoy a coffee in their outdoor area while you wait too x

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Sambo Da Cambo

February 16, 2025

Had a fantastic brunch here! The toffee coffee cocktail was the highlight for me, perfectly balanced with a rich, creamy top dusted with cocoa and a hint of toffee sweetness. Absolutely delicious and a must-try! I had poached eggs cooked to perfection, crispy bacon and a beautifully ripe avocado. The service was lovely, friendly, attentive, and made the experience even better. The restaurant was full when we visited, so I'd definitely recommend booking a table in advance to avoid missing out.


Venue Hours

Monday06:00pm-Midnight
Tuesday06:00pm-Midnight
Wednesday06:00pm-Midnight
Thursday06:00pm-Midnight
Friday06:00pm-Midnight
Saturday06:00pm-Midnight
Sunday06:00pm-Midnight