Higher Society Eatery

At Higher Society Eatery, we embrace a cozy yet trendy cafe atmosphere where community and flavor unite. Nestled in Ballarat Central, our eatery is renowned for a diverse menu that highlights fresh ingredients, offering an array of vegan, vegetarian, and healthy options, perfect for breakfast, brunch, and lunch enthusiasts. Customers rave about our generous portions and exceptional coffee, enhancing their experience in our welcoming space. Accessibility features ensure everyone can enjoy a delightful meal here, whether you’re working solo or gathering with friends. Join us to savor unique dishes like our beloved Breaky Brioche while enjoying a vibrant community vibe.

Accessibility
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
- Has outdoor seating
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- No delivery
Highlights
- Has great tea selection
Popular for
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Good for solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Offerings
- Serves coffee
- Serves healthy options
- Quick bite
- Serves small plates
- Serves vegan dishes
- Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
- Serves breakfast
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
Amenities
- Has toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Accepts credit cards
- Accepts debit cards
- Accepts NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs available
- Has kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Plenty of parking

Ree K

Mar 20,2025

Wandered in for a late brunch feeling a little dusty, this was one of the few cafes that suggested they’re open a little later than others. Needed a higher breaky to soak up the sins of the night before. Although on the steeper price end of your usual Sturt St suspects it was absolutely worth it with the quality of the ingredients shining through. Perfectly poached eggs, spicy chorizo, bacon that managed to be both crispy and soft in all the right ways and the holy grail of a crunchy and non greasy hash brown… excellent. Very nice iced coffee. My only non positive comment is that the black sesame seeds on the avocado gave me mouse infestation ptsd flashbacks. Dining companion had a chicken burger that kept her quiet ish for several minutes which is no easy feat! Good grub!

Laura Nichols

Mar 3,2025

My friend and I had brunch here today. Was so fantastic. Food was delicious. We ordered the French toast and Brekky burger. Had to share cause they were both so good. Coffee was one of the best we've tried. Service was also great. Very attentive. Can't wait to go back.

Christine Sullivan

Mar 2,2025

Beautiful bubbly staff, breakfast was incredible , coffee was delightful even our dog had a puppy chino great experience thank you.

Samantha Balciunas

Feb 22,2025

Breakfast was served quickly, with beautiful presentations, as were the hot drinks, both Chai and coffee.I would also highly recommend the green eggs menu option. The chefs were friendly and engaging, as were all the service staff.Indoor and outdoor seating options are available. Great atmosphere pet friendly give them a go you won't regret it.

Brad Lyons

Jan 29,2025

Up beat vibrant vibe from staff and decor alike. dine in, take away or enjoy the view from the walkway.An education for your taste buds,I didn’t know eggs could taste so good. The visual effects from the coffee art is testimony to the effort the great staff make to ensure your dining experience.

Bianca Kosmin

Jan 5,2025

I come here regularly and always get treated like a princess and I really appreciate them all - staff because I have dietary restrictions and they all make me feel so welcome and comfortable. Joel (chef) was amazing especially today! I will continue dining here and telling more people about it! Support the locals and just even better when they treat you with good quality food and service

cruiser vx

Jan 4,2025

First time for us at this fantastic eatery.5 senses coffee was spot on.The Apple Porridge, Cookies and Cream French Toast, Eggs Benny and Higher Brekky could not be faulted.Great service to boot.Will be our first stop the next time we’re visiting.Great job team.

Emily Hearn

Dec 29,2024

I can not over state this enough;Best. Coffee. Ever.It's definitely the best coffee in Ballarat, if not the state. You'll be hard pressed to find any that compare.The breakfast options are also divine. I highly recommend the breakfast burrito. It has just the right balance of everything in it and is a generous serve.