#1
The Salty Dog Cafe
Read 1,140 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
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2026 rankings VIC
19 Best Cafes
in Torquay
Compare the top 19 cafes in Torquay, ranked by Google reviews and business profile details.
Collected 26 September 2026 · 6,407 reported Google reviews across 19 businesses
See the 19 listings ↓Top 19 Cafes in Torquay, VIC
1–19 of 19The shortlist
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, The Salty Dog Cafe (4.5 stars from 1,140 Google reviews), Bomboras (4.4 stars from 1,158 Google reviews) and Cafe El Nido (4.3 stars from 229 Google reviews) lead LocalLocal's Torquay cafes ranking.
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#2
Bomboras
Read 1,158 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#3
Cafe El Nido
Read 229 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#4
Sandbah Cafe
Read 307 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#5
Ocean Grind
Read 182 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#6
Mikro Coffee Roasters
Read 147 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#7
The Kiosk Torquay
Read 132 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
#8
Sticks and Stones Cafe Torquay
Read 569 reviewsReputation score: 88/100
Rip Curl, Sticks & Stones is located next to Oakley and, 61 Surf Coast Hwy, Torquay VIC 3228
0466 128 905#9
Torquay Larder
Read 207 reviewsReputation score: 87/100
5 Gilbert St, Torquay Victoria 3228
(03) 5261 3309#10
Surf Break Cafe Torquay
Read 193 reviewsReputation score: 87/100
#11
Surf Coast Coffee Roasters
Read 56 reviewsReputation score: 86/100
#12
Pond Cafe
Read 746 reviewsReputation score: 85/100
39 The Esplanade, Torquay Victoria 3228
pondcafe.com.au#13
Third Wave Kiosk Torquay
Read 294 reviewsReputation score: 85/100
1 The Esplanade, Torquay Victoria 3228
0414 625 148#14
Gooley’s
Read 217 reviewsReputation score: 83/100
27 Gilbert St, Torquay Victoria 3228
Contact details not supplied
#15
9grams Torquay
Read 518 reviewsReputation score: 83/100
Unit 5/4-6 Gilbert St, Torquay Victoria 3228
(03) 5249 5577#16
Coffee Treat Torquay
Read 25 reviewsReputation score: 82/100
#17
Mavis Mavis
Read 208 reviewsReputation score: 79/100
Shop 1/9 Gilbert St, Torquay Victoria 3228
Contact details not supplied
#18
Star Café
Read 15 reviewsReputation score: 76/100
#19
Bainz Café
Read 64 reviewsReputation score: 74/100
4 Baines Cres, Torquay Victoria 3228
bainz.auShowing 19 of 19 businesses. This ranking covers our Torquay listings. This is not a complete census. How we rank them →
What the numbers say about cafes in Torquay
LocalLocal's Torquay capture includes 19 cafes with 6,407 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.5 stars, backed by a median of 208 reviews.
A high average means more when plenty of people have contributed. Open the Google review link on a listing to check recent feedback about work like yours. Contact the business to confirm it serves your address.
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Questions about cafes in Torquay and the evidence behind this list.
Who leads LocalLocal's Torquay cafes ranking?
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, the highest-scoring businesses are The Salty Dog Cafe (4.5 stars from 1,140 Google reviews); Bomboras (4.4 stars from 1,158 Google reviews); Cafe El Nido (4.3 stars from 229 Google reviews). These positions describe our captured review record, not a guarantee about the work.
How are cafes in Torquay ranked?
LocalLocal's score gives up to 50 points for rating quality, 30 for review volume and 20 for available profile details. Equal scores are ordered by star rating, then review count, then a stable business identifier. The method is published on our methodology page.
What does the review record look like for cafes in Torquay?
The 19 cafes captured for Torquay hold 6,407 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.5 stars and the median review count is 208. These figures describe our sample, not every local business.
What should I check before booking?
Confirm that the business serves your address and handles your type of work. Read recent Google reviews, ask about any relevant licences or registration, and get the scope and charges in writing.
How current are these details?
The listings were collected 26 September 2026. This is a dated snapshot, not a live Google feed. Confirm current hours, availability and pricing with the business.
Can a business update its listing?
Yes. Open the business profile and select Update details. Explain the correction and include a public source. Correction and removal requests are reviewed before the record changes.