Nestled in the heart of Fitzroy North, this café and bar offers a calm and cozy spot where locals often settle in with a laptop or catch up over carefully crafted coffee and thoughtfully prepared food. The menu leans towards fresh, organic dishes with plenty of options for vegetarians, vegans, and families alike, making it a comfortable choice for solo diners, groups, and those with little ones. You’ll find classic breakfast and lunch dishes elevated with subtle touches—like avo smash and eggs benedict presented with a bit more flair—and fun shakes and fresh juices add a playful twist to the usual offerings.
The atmosphere here is relaxed without feeling noisy, perfect for a leisurely brunch or a calm afternoon break. There’s a cozy fireplace inside and a covered outdoor area where dogs can join, reflecting the café’s welcoming and inclusive vibe. The staff generally create a friendly environment, helpful without being intrusive, and there’s an easygoing balance between casual comfort and attentive service.
People come here not just for the coffee and brunch but also for the small plates, happy hour drinks, and late-night bites, making it a versatile spot whether you’re stopping by early in the day or later on. Accessibility is clearly considered, with wheelchair-friendly entrances and restrooms, and the place welcomes families with high chairs and a kids’ menu that features simple, well-loved dishes. Overall, this local favorite fits neatly into Fitzroy North’s laid-back, artistic neighborhood, appealing to those who appreciate good quality food and drinks without any fuss.
Takeout
Dine-in
Delivery
Fireplace
Great coffee
Great dessert
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible restroom
Wheelchair accessible seating
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Happy hour drinks
Happy hour food
Hard liquor
Healthy options
Late-night food
Organic dishes
Prepared foods
Quick bite
Small plates
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Wine
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Restroom
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Casual
Cozy
Family-friendly
Groups
Accepts reservations
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Free parking lot
Free street parking
Parking
Dogs allowed outside
"Beautiful meals very high quality and great service from staff."
"A very well presented and tasty breakfast menu accompanied by great coffee!"
"Their menu offers brunch and a pizza menu for dinner or lunch on Friday- Sunday."
5 Friendly and helpful staff created a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. The food was beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. We ordered an eggs benedict and avo smash - classic dishes taken to a whole new level of flavour. Highly recommend and we would definitely return
5 The food was delicious. My mom enjoyed the hot long black, and the iced matcha was perfect with the hotcakes. The staff were very kind and helpful. One staff member explained the price difference between paying by cash or card, which was very helpful. Such a nice place!
5 Lovely fresh food. Fritters were a winner with spiced sauces. Ambience was peaceful and not loud. Outdoor covered dining available for dogs. Neurodivergent friendly atmosphere. Filled with artworks to admire also. A pleasure to support small local cafes. Will come back for pizza.
5 had a lovely dining experience at Ground Zerro the atmosphere was great and made even better by the friendly and attentive staff I definitely recommend the food. there's a lot of great options, I went with the avo toast that was amazing and well flavoured. The quality is great and fresh and a lot of care is put into the presentation. also had the PERFECT iced chai latte
5 I come back here all the time, this is 10/10. Staff is so friendly and the food is banging, I have brought and dragged all my friends here and they all have come back themselves. big tip is : prawn chilli scrambled is the BEST chilli scramble I have had in
5 Lovely food and terrific service in a quiet courtyard out the back away from the wind. The corn fritters were full of flavour and the hot cakes were delicious and sweet. Recommended. We'll be back!
5 Ground Zerro is very nice. Nav was all by herself and she gave amazing service. She always made sure that we were happy with everything and was very accomodating. The Food was very good and seasoned well. We ordered the burger, breakky roll, Lamb ragu and buttermilk pancakes and everything tastes amazing. The fruit on the pancakes were fresh and sweet. The coffee was also really good.
Customers love the eggs benedict, avo smash, prawn chilli scrambled eggs, fritters with spiced sauces, and fresh avocado toast.
It’s a cozy spot where many enjoy a relaxed meal, whether sitting in by the fireplace or dining outdoors with dogs.
Ground Zerro welcomes both groups and solo diners, offering comfortable seating and a peaceful atmosphere perfect for working on a laptop.
There’s free Wi-Fi, wheelchair accessible seating and restrooms, table service, and a friendly, neurodivergent-friendly environment filled with local artwork.
The cafe has a peaceful ambience and isn’t usually loud, making any visit pleasant, especially during brunch or late-night food hours.
| Monday | 07:30 AM - 04:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 07:30 AM - 04:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 07:30 AM - 04:00 PM |
| Thursday | 07:30 AM - 04:00 PM |
| Friday | 07:30 AM - 04:00 PM |
| Saturday | 07:30 AM - 04:00 PM |
| Sunday | 07:30 AM - 04:00 PM |
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