Velvet Bean | Albert Road Cafe Menu

Introducing Velvet Bean | Albert Road Cafe, a gem nestled at 35 Albert Rd, Melbourne. This cozy cafe offers a vibrant menu that captivates both locals and visitors alike. For those craving indulgence, the milkshake selection—spanning from Oreo & White Choc to Salted Caramel—is simply irresistible at A$7.50.

Health enthusiasts will adore the smoothies, such as the refreshing Green Smoothie and delightful Berry And Orange Madness, each priced at A$9.00. Signature beverages like the Tiramisu Latte or Crème Brûlée Latte (A$6.50) offer a unique twist to your typical coffee experience.

Belinda Irwin praises the delicious dishes, highlighting the renowned eggs Atlantic, while others rave about the innovative taro hollandaise. The warm atmosphere, friendly staff, and ever-evolving menu make Velvet Bean an enchanting spot for food lovers.

Summer Drink

• Pistachio Cold Foam Latte

  Cold foam pistachio atop an iced latte.

  A$8.50

• Vietnamese Espresso Martini

  Double espresso, rich condensed milk, and creamy milk mixed together.

  A$8.50

• Matcha Frappe

  A$8.50

• Boba Cold Brew

  A$8.50

• Strawberry Matcha

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  A$8.50

Dinner - Main

• Vegan Paella

  Vegan. Roasted capsicum, green peas, roasted pumpkin, mushroom, kalamata olives, rocket, grilled broccolini in sofritto sauce, lemon.

  A$25.00

• Chicken Parmigiana

  Handmade panko-crumbed 350g chicken schnitzel topped with napoli and cheese with a side of chips and salad.

  A$25.50

• Double Angus Burger

  Double Angus patty, double American cheese, caramelised onion.

  A$24.50

• Pumpkin & Haloumi Risotto

  Roasted pumpkin, sun-dried tomato, halloumi, spinach in a creamy sauce.

  A$22.50

• Braised Lamb Risotto

  Pulled lamb, spinach, green peas, chilli, roasted capsicum in rich tomato sugo.

  A$26.50

• Grilled Chicken Breast

  Grilled chicken breast, cauliflower purée, avocado, grilled broccolini and creamy sun-dried pesto sauce.

  A$29.50

• Bolognese Penne

  Penne with homemade beef bolognese sugo with Parmesan.

  A$22.50

• Calabrese Spaghetti

  Salami, olives, capsicum in a spicy tomato sugo.

  A$22.50

• Black Angus Porterhouse

  Gluten free. 250 g black Angus porterhouse served with mashed potato, summer salad, porcini mushroom sauce or peppercorn sauce.

  A$42.00

• Pollo Avocado Gnocchi

  Homemade gnocchi with chicken, sundried tomato pesto, spinach and avocado in a creamy sauce.

  A$25.50

• Seafood Marinara

  Prawns, calamari, green mussels, marinara mix with cherry tomato and garlic chilli olive oil sauce spaghetti.

  A$34.50

• Grilled Atlantic Salmon

  Homemade ratatouille, grilled broccolini, turmeric cauliflower purée and caper butter sauce.

  A$36.50

Kid

• Waffle With Ice Cream, Maple Syrup & Fresh Fruit

  A$13.50

• Fish & Chips

  A$13.50

• Chicken Nuggets & Chips

  A$13.50

• Napolitana Homemade Spaghetti

  A$13.50

• Scrambled & Hash

  A$13.50

Dinner - Starters

• Homemade Arancini

  Ask our staff for today flavour.

  A$15.00

• Garlic Prawns

  With Parmesan soldier, rocket.

  A$20.00

• Baked Eggplant

  With hummus, harissa, rocket, balsamic glaze.

  A$13.00

• Halloumi Chips

  With chipotle aioli.

  A$15.00

• Twice Cooked Pork Belly

  Pumpkin purée, chili maple glaze.

  A$18.00

Soft Drinks

• Raspberry Lemonade

  A$6.50

• Sprite

  A$5.50

• LLB

  A$6.50

• Fanta

  A$5.50

• Mineral Water

  A$5.50

• Coke Zero

  A$5.50

• Ginger Beer

  A$6.50

• Coke

  A$5.50

• Sparkling Water

  A$5.50

Breakfasts

• Halloumi & Mushroom Stack

  Mushrooms, halloumi, fried egg, hummus, avocado, rocket, dukkah spice, sweet paprika, sourdough.

  A$23.50

• VB Big Eater

  Hash brown, two fried eggs, lamb sausages, roasted tomato, spinach, mushroom medley, sourdough. Add bacon or beef bacon for an additional charge.

  A$26.50

• Hearty Omelette

  Lamb sausage, capsicum, chat potato, omelette with Turkish toast.

  A$25.50

• Fruit Toast

  Fruit toast with spreads.

  A$10.50

• Breakfast Burger

  Bacon, beef patty, American cheese, egg tomato sauce in a brioche bun

  A$18.50

• Ham Benny

  2 poached eggs, hollandaise, wilted spinach on toast with ham on sourdough

  A$25.50

• Polenta And Mushroom Breakfast

  Crispy polenta, mushroom medley, beef bacon , poached egg, beetroot hummus, barberries

  A$25.50

• Pulled Lamb Benny

  Two poached eggs, hollandaise, wilted spinach, and pulled lamb on sourdough toast.

  A$25.50

• Avocado Salsa Delight

  Vegetarian. Poached eggs, yuzu lime-infused smashed avocado, tomato and spinach salsa, pickled onion, dukkah, marinated feta, sourdough.

  A$24.50

• VB Veggie Breakfast

  Hash brown, two fried eggs, smashed avocado, roasted tomato, spinach, mushroom medley, sourdough. Add bacon or beef bacon for an additional charge.

  A$26.50

• Homemade Fritters

  Gluten free, vegetarian. Corn, zucchini, green peas, jalapeños fritters with poached egg, cumin yogurt and tomato relish, za'atar, barberries & Asian salad.

  A$23.50

• Bacon Benny

  2 poached eggs, hollandaise, wilted spinach on toast with bacon on sourdough

  A$25.50

• Eggs On Toast

  Fried, poached, or scrambled served on sourdough.

  A$13.00

Cold-Pressed Juice

• Orange

  A$6.50

• Orange, Mango And Passionfruit

  A$6.50

• Green Tonic

  Pineapple, kale, celery, ginger and apple.

  A$6.50

Coffee

• Macchiato

  A$4.00

• Cappuccino

  A$4.00

• Mocha

  A$5.00

• Espresso (Single Origin)

  A$3.50

• Flat White

  A$4.00

• LB

  A$4.00

• Latte

  A$4.00

• Double Espresso

  A$4.00

Lunch

• Seafood Pescatore

  Spaghetti tossed with prawn, calamari, mussels, cherry tomato in a spicy garlic tomato sugo

  A$32.50

• Bolognese Spaghetti

  Traditional beef Bolognese sauce

  A$26.50

• Steak Sanga

  Angus porterhouse, roasted capsicum, caramelised onion.

  A$24.50

• Seafood Marinara Spaghetti

  Prawns, calamari, green mussels, marinara mix with cherry tomato and garlic, parsley, chilli olive oil sauce hand made spaghetti.

  A$34.50

• Braised Lamb Risotto

  Slow-cooked lamb, roasted capsicum, green peas, spinach, chili and Parmesan in tomato sugo.

  A$26.50

• Chicken Parmigiana

  Handmade panko-crumbed chicken schnitzel topped with napoli and cheese with a side of chips and salad.

  A$25.50

• Chicken Bacon Carbonara Gnocchi

  Home made gnocchi with Chicken, bacon , mushroom in a creamy egg sauce

  A$27.50

• Crunchy Fries

  A$13.00

• Halloumi Chips

  Served with sweet chilli mayo

  A$16.50

• Meatball N Mash

  Beef meatball in tomato sauce with mashed potatoes.

  A$16.50

• CHICKEN PARMA

  Hand made panko crumbled chicken schinetzel topped with napoli sauce and cheese served with a side of chips and salad

  A$26.50

• Chiili Prawn

  Prawns cooked in a creamy chilli sauce with toast

  A$18.50

• Double Angus Cheeseburger

  Double Angus patty, double American cheese, caramelised onions, tomato and soft lettuce with chips.

  A$24.50

• Super Green Fritter & Halloumi Burger

  Vegetarian. Tomato relish, hummus, rocket, brioche bun (vegetarian) with side of sweet potato chips.

  A$23.50

• Homemade Beef Lasagne

  Home made traditional beef lasagne with a side of chips

  A$26.50

• VEGETARIAN SPAGHETTI

  Spinach, eggplant, mushroom, capsicum, green peas, pumpkin in a rich tomato sugo

  A$25.50

• Chicken N Chips

  Crispy chicken pieces with chips n tomato sauce

  A$16.50

• Club Chicken Burger

  Grilled chicken, bscon, egg, tomato, soft leaves, American cheese and chipotle mayo with chips.

  A$25.50

• Calamari Burger

  Krispy calamari, tomato, slaw, American cheese and tartare sauce with chips.

  A$25.50

• Chicken Lollipop

  Crispy chicken lollipop in a sweet sour sauce

  A$16.50

Milkshake

• Oreo & White Choc

  A$7.50

• Vanilla

  A$7.50

• Biscoff

  A$7.50

• Strawberry & White Choc

  A$7.50

• Salted Caramel

  A$7.50

• Chocolate

  A$7.50

Smoothie

• Tropical

  Banana, ice cream and orange, mango and passionfruit juice.

  A$9.00

• Green Smoothie

  Banana, matcha pineapple, kale, celery, ginger and apple juice.

  A$9.00

• Banana Rama

  Banana, peanut butter, date, cinnamon, chocolate powder, almond milk.

  A$9.00

• Berry And Orange Madness

  Mixed berry, orange juice, honey and crushed ice.

  A$9.00

Signature

• Tiramisu Latte

  A$6.50

• Crème Brulée Latte

  A$6.50

French Soda

• Strawberry Lime

  A$7.50

• Peach Iced Tea Soda

  A$7.50

• Gingerbread

  A$7.50

• Lychee Orange

  A$7.50

• Vanilla Mango

  A$7.50

Chai Addict

• Rose Chai

  A$5.00

• Sticky Date Chai

  A$5.00

• Wet Chai

  A$5.00

Dinner - Salads

• Thai Calamari Salad

  Asian slaw, mint, cherry tomatoes, and arugula tossed in a zesty lime chilli dressing.

  A$26.50

• Roasted Pumpkin & Haloumi Salad

  Pumpkin, quinoa, halloumi, cauliflower, arugula, barberries, yuzu lime dressing. Add chicken, minute steak, calamari or smoked salmon for an additional price.

  A$23.50

Coffee Alternative

• Matcha Latte

  A$5.00

• Red Velvet Latte

  A$5.00

• Tumeric Latte

  A$5.00

• Hot Chocolate

  A$5.00

Tea

• Earl Grey

  A$4.00

• English Breakfast

  A$4.00

• Ginger & Lemongrass

  A$4.00

• Peppermint

  A$4.00

• Green & Jasmine

  A$4.00

• Chamomile

  A$4.00