The Mallee Bunker Cafe and Pantry, Culgoa

6 Main St, Culgoa VIC 3530, Australia
+61 3 5077 2211
$$$ Cafe
(32 Reviews)
Price Range $1–20

Welcome to The Mallee Bunker Cafe and Pantry, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Culgoa, VIC. This charming café invites you to indulge in a delightful culinary experience that reflects the warmth and generosity of country hospitality.

As you step through the café doors, you are greeted with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked goods. The Mallee Bunker specializes in homemade delights, making it the perfect destination for food lovers seeking authentic Australian comfort food. Whether you're in the mood for a savory homemade beef pie or a piping hot sausage roll fresh out of the oven, you won’t be disappointed. The menu features an array of tasty offerings, with highlights like the scrumptious chicken schnitzel burger and hearty meat and veggie pasty, all served with a side of their rich, homemade tomato sauce that adds an extra layer of flavor to your meal.

The atmosphere at The Mallee Bunker is inviting and relaxed, embodying the essence of a friendly local gathering spot. With spacious seating and a welcoming vibe, it’s the perfect place to unwind, savor a delicious meal, and connect with locals or fellow travelers. Customers rave about the freshly made rolls and the delightful selection of cakes and slices, ensuring there's something sweet to satisfy your cravings following a satisfying lunch.

But don’t just take our word for it! Customers like Jenny Warnett have praised this café for its delicious food and helpful staff, while Rebecca Colley couldn’t resist the temptation of their fresh sausage rolls and chicken schnitzel burger. Judy Buckley stumbled upon this treasure by chance and left as a devoted fan after tasting their fantastic hamburgers. The café even goes above and beyond with thoughtful services, like helping patrons with their furry friends, as mentioned by Lori Coffey, who enjoyed one of the best oat milk lattes she had ever tasted in a country town.

What sets The Mallee Bunker apart is not just the comforting food but the sense of community and connection that fills the air. The friendly staff, willing to make your meal just the way you like it, coupled with the bustling vibe of happy patrons chatting over coffee, makes you feel right at home. It's a true celebration of local flavors and friendships that are often found in the less traveled corners of the country.

Next time you find yourself in Culgoa, make sure to make The Mallee Bunker Cafe and Pantry a stop on your journey. Whether it’s a quick lunch on the go or a leisurely afternoon spent savoring delectable sweets, this café promises a heartwarming experience that will stay with you long after your visit. You might find yourself returning for another bite and a chat with Sam, Tim, and the lovely locals!

Service options
Outdoor seating
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Great coffee
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Coffee
Prepared foods
Quick bite
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Family friendly
LGBTQ+ friendly
Tourists
Transgender safe space
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Sunday

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

32 Reviews
Jenny Warnett

13 Sep 2025

WOW, called in for lunch after reading previous reviews. Home-made beef pie and a meat and veggie pasty....with home-made tomato sauce offered free of charge! Food was delish, also managed to buy some home-made pickles and dried tomatoes. Highly recommend a stop here.

Rebecca Colley

31 Aug 2025

Walked into this place and smelt fresh sausage rolls straight out of the oven. Couldn't not get one! Also tried the chicken schnitzel burger and the chips. All great tasty homemade food! Will see you on the way back from our weekend away! Thanks Sam and Tim!

Judy Buckley

27 Aug 2025

Came here after an accidental detour, and found the tastiest hamburgers! A delightful shop full of homemade pickles and Jan's as well . A very lucky find!

Lori Coffey

02 Aug 2025

Stopped here whist in the area and the owner kindly made me up a salad sandwich late in the day, while two of the lovely locals offered to kindly mind my dog out the front while I was purchasing items. Such friendly and lovely people The salad sandwich was terrific. I also bought a takeaway oatmilk Latte & it was the best Latte I've been able to buy in Vic country towns Thank you Culgoa. Love your friendly town.

Pauline Hicks

01 Aug 2025

A friendly welcome as we walked in the door convinced us that this was the place to have lunch. The lovely young lady made our delicious fresh rolls to order, meaning that our lunch was exactly what we wanted. It was very pleasant sitting at the table in the spacious cafe, enjoying the country warmth and friendship. There was a selection of cakes and slices and some muffins fresh from the oven. Can’t get better than that! Also available are various gift items, a small grocery section, including fresh fruit and vegetables, AND on top of all this a Post Office section. What a hidden treasure! All of this is a very short detour off the highway. Just turn off AT THE WATER TOWER, then immediately left into a very wide pretty street, plenty of parking and clean modern toilet facilities, with shower, just up the road.

Hayley Krystal

26 Jul 2025

Great prices, amazing home made pies and sausage rolls. The staff are very friendly and make you feel welcome. This place feels comfy and homely, something that is lost in most other places.

Nookstar 100

17 Jul 2025

I called in on my travels and had the best homemade beef pie ever. In fact, it was so nice that I brought 2 more for my dinner later that night. I highly recommend this shop. the service was great and the food was great.

Benjamin \

04 Jul 2025

Stopped here when travelling between Mildura and Melbourne Was created by a friendly smile and amazing service. Ordered a hamburger with the lot and boy was it with the lot. Was an amazing old school country burger This place is definitely worth stopping on your road trip

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