The Hardware Cafe, Ballarat Soldiers Hill
Soldiers Hill, Ballarat, VIC ☕ Cafés & Brunch
Opening hours
| Monday | 8 am – 4 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am – 4 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am – 4 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am – 4 pm |
| Friday | 8 am – 4 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am – 4 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am – 4 pm |
Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.
- AddressSoldiers Hill VIC
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
Soldiers Hill VIC · 1.4 km from Ballarat centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypeCafé
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
- AreaSoldiers Hill, Ballarat
- StateVictoria
- HoursOpen 7 days, from early morning
About The Hardware Cafe, Ballarat
Located in Soldiers Hill, VIC, The Hardware Cafe, Ballarat is a cafés & brunch café serving locals and visitors alike. You'll find it at Soldiers Hill VIC, roughly 1.4 km from the Ballarat city centre.
Australia's café culture is world-famous: expertly made flat whites, all-day brunch, smashed avo and house-baked treats. Cafés are usually busiest on weekend mornings and many close by mid-afternoon.
The Hardware Cafe, Ballarat is open 7 days, from early morning; the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in Soldiers Hill? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Soldiers Woodfired Pizzeria and Naomi & i.
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
What to order
Signature cafés & brunch dishes to look out for.
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Closest restaurants to The Hardware Cafe, Ballarat
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Soldiers Woodfired Pizzeria 🍽️ International · 451 Doveton Street North, Soldiers Hill340 mE · 4 min walk
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2
Naomi & i ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Soldiers Hill340 mE · 4 min walk
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3
North Britain Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 416 Macarthur Street, Soldiers Hill400 mE · 5 min walk
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4
Eclectic Tastes ☕ Cafés & Brunch · View Point520 mNW · 6 min walk
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5
Tin Roof Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 302 Macarthur Street, Soldiers Hill610 mE · 7 min walk
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6
Millers Arms Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 411 Howard Street, Soldiers Hill670 mNE · 8 min walk
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7
Websters Market & Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Ballarat Central700 mS · 8 min walk
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8
Lydiard General Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 313 Lydiard Street North, Soldiers Hill700 mSE · 8 min walk
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9
North Star Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 302 Lydiard Street North, Soldiers Hill760 mSE · 9 min walk
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10
Mondegreen Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 31 Burnbank Street, View Point780 mNW · 9 min walk
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Eating out in Soldiers Hill
Soldiers Hill is home to 10 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Ballarat area with 205 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, pubs & bistros, burgers & chicken. Within 25 km of The Hardware Cafe, Ballarat there are 208 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include View Point (1.0 km), Ballarat Central (1.3 km), Lake Wendouree (1.7 km), Durham Point (1.7 km).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is The Hardware Cafe, Ballarat located?
The Hardware Cafe, Ballarat is located at Soldiers Hill VIC. It is about 1.4 km from the centre of Ballarat. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of The Hardware Cafe, Ballarat?
The Hardware Cafe, Ballarat is open 7 days, from early morning. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Melbourne time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does The Hardware Cafe, Ballarat serve?
The Hardware Cafe, Ballarat serves Cafés & Brunch cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
What is the closest restaurant to The Hardware Cafe, Ballarat?
The closest venue is Soldiers Woodfired Pizzeria, about 340 m to the east (4 min walk). Other close options include Naomi & i (340 m), North Britain Hotel (400 m), Eclectic Tastes (520 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near The Hardware Cafe, Ballarat?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include La Porchetta (Pizza, 1.2 km), Hop Temple (Pubs & Bistros, 1.1 km), Griller's Mark (Steakhouse & Grill, 1.1 km).
Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near Soldiers Hill?
Other cafés & brunch venues close by include Mason's Cafe (950 m), Racers (1.0 km), Cafe Merkama (1.1 km).
How many restaurants are there in Soldiers Hill?
Our guide lists 10 places to eat in Soldiers Hill, most commonly cafés & brunch (5), pubs & bistros (3), burgers & chicken (1). Within 25 km there are 208 venues in total.