Ray Cafe

Came to Rays on a Sunday for brekky. Loved that they have a regular and also a separate fully vegan menu. Great move. Checked in with a staff member for an outdoor seat however needed to prompt the staff that we were there after a 10 min wait for menus. A similar table outside decided to move to a shaded spot and there was a little drama over seats being moved and the 'system'. Awkward interaction between what seemed to be an experienced staff member and a more junior staffer about correct ordering protocols. 10 minutes after the coffee order we were informed that our coffee order wasn't logged. Order was taken again. Then coffees came out 1 minute later, with staff confirming that it was in fact logged. My partner had the Hello Halloumi burger. It was all a bit confusing with trying to acquire a side of chips. There is a full $10 portion available however other burgers have a smaller side of chips included on the menu. When asked whether we could get a smaller side order for this particular burger the staff advised that this was not possible and the system wouldn't allow it. Odd and overly complicated. Partner mentioned that the burger was tasty and enjoyable nonetheless. I ordered the Mexibowla which I was excited about. Sad to say that the beans were incredibly dry. They seemed refried which may be the cooking style however were a touch difficult to eat after a few bites. Unfinished bowl of food which was a little sad. The sides or add ons are quite expensive. $9 for salmon does seem a little steep and $7 for avocado. That's definitely on the higher end of what I've seen before. Unfortunately a so-so visit for me this time. I might consider a return in future to try something else. Maybe it was an off day.

I was strolling through Brunswick on a sunny ☀️ winter ❄️ day when a little café caught my attention. From the outside it looked like a tiny little café serving coffee-to-go only with just three tiny little tables to the front outside. But at the second look 👀 Café Ray is a beautiful and big café with a full kitchen. If you like vegan food, you will be more than happy. The vegan falafel 🧆 and the salad 🥗 of the day was delicious and I enjoyed also my long black! I start enjoying long blacks more and more. Compared to an Americano, it is nice to see the crema on top. Sitting in the sun ☀️ and listening to the amazing Berlin style club music 🎶 I felt like sitting at the Spree in Berlin after a long club night. Amazing vibes, great music, super delicious food and tasty coffee! The entire team was super friendly and great fun to talk to! ☀️☀️☀️

This place is the ray of sunshine we needed after a big night out. Crawled in feeling under the weather, strode out with the energy to face the day with optimism and ebullience! Best vegan snag I've tasted with a healthy dose of Costa Rica filter = happy belly. Staff are kind, patient and have a keen eye for their art.

My mum and I came to Ray's early in the morning just after arriving in Melbourne, and we were so happy we chose this lovely café to have our breakfast at. We liked how they had a second menu with all vegan options, and we had the pancakes which were delicious, and our coffees were so so good. The service was so friendly and welcoming and struck up conversation, and explained the origins of their roast and the processes involved with home making their meals. The space also had a good vibe, with outdoor seating front and back. A lovely space to spend a morning, or anytime really.

Ray’s has been on my list for a long time, so happy I finally got the chance to check them out! Staff were friendly, food was delicious, the coffee hit the spot as well. Very spacious interior with great lighting. Pancakes were the standout of this visit, with my husband claiming they are the best he has had, in Melbourne. We will definitely be back for more.