Lydiard General

313 Lydiard Street North,
Soldiers Hill VIC 3350

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Mon:

Closed

Tue-Fri:

7:30am–3pm

Sat:

8am–1pm

Tucked along Ballarat's historic Lydiard Street, Lydiard General is a café where comfort, creativity and community come together. Step inside and you will find a space that feels instantly welcoming - filled with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, the hum of conversation and thoughtful touches that make it feel like home.

Known for its hearty brunches, fresh lunches and an irresistible selection of cakes, slices and biscuits, Lydiard General celebrates simple, classic food made well. Many of their treats are baked in-house, while others come from talented local makers they are proud to support. Their menu stays true to the favourites their customers love, with small seasonal changes to keep things fresh and inviting.

The café's homely charm is matched by its creative spirit - a reflection of Ballarat's thriving artistic energy. It's a place where locals linger over lattes, travellers discover something delicious and families gather around tables that feel like home.

Whether you're stopping by for a quick coffee, settling in for brunch or simple exploring the city's character-filled streets, Lydiard General offers the perfect pause - a cosy corner to relax, refuel and soak up the welcoming atmosphere that makes Ballarat so special.

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Accessibility Information

  • Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
  • Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
  • Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
  • Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
  • Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.

Please note: The accessibility information above is provided by the listing owner and may not be audited. For detailed information, please contact them directly.

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