Opening hours
| Monday | 8 am – 3 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am – 3 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am – 3 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am – 3 pm |
| Friday | 8 am – 3 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address8 Porters Lane, Carlton VIC
- Websitehouseofcardsespresso.com
- CuisineSandwich, Cake, Coffee, Burger
8 Porters Lane, Carlton VIC · 1.7 km from Melbourne centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypeCafé
- CuisineSandwich, Cake, Coffee, Burger
- AreaCarlton, Melbourne
- StateVictoria
- HoursOpen 5 days a week (closed Saturdays & Sundays), from early morning
About House of Cards
House of Cards is a cafés & brunch café in Carlton, Victoria. You'll find it at 8 Porters Lane, Carlton VIC, roughly 1.7 km from the Melbourne 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.
House of Cards is open 5 days a week (closed Saturdays & Sundays), from early morning; the venue offers dine-in, takeaway, outdoor seating; there are vegetarian, vegan options.
Planning a night out in Carlton? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Alleyway Kitchen and PappaRich.
In the venue's own words: “Savour the finest brews while supporting local causes.”
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
- 🥡Takeaway
- 🛵No delivery
- ☀️Outdoor seating
- 📅No takes reservations
- ♿Wheelchair accessible
- 🥦Vegetarian options
- 🌱Vegan options
- 🍸No licensed / bar
- 📶Free Wi-Fi
- ❄️Air-conditioned
- 🚗No drive-through
- 💳Card payments
What to order
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Closest restaurants to House of Cards
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Alleyway Kitchen 🥟 Chinese · 2 Porters Lane, Carlton20 mS · 1 min walk -
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PappaRich 🌶️ Malaysian & Indonesian · 8 Porters Lane, Carlton20 mE · 1 min walk -
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Rice Workshop 🍣 Japanese · 8 Porters Lane, Carlton30 mNE · 1 min walk -
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Gong Cha 🍨 Desserts & Gelato · 15 Monash Road, Carlton30 mNE · 1 min walk
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5
Zambrero 🌮 Mexican & Latin American · Building 171/2 Porters Lane, Carlton40 mS · 1 min walk
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Thailander 🍜 Thai · 8 Porters Lane, Carlton40 mE · 1 min walk -
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Student Dining 🍽️ International · Monash Road, Carlton50 mNE · 1 min walk
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St Ali Canteen ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 15 Monash Road, Carlton80 mNE · 1 min walk
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9
Roll'd 🍲 Vietnamese · 11 Monash Road, Carlton80 mNE · 1 min walk
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10
Ho Ho's Xpress (Level 1) 🧆 Middle Eastern & Turkish · 11 Monash Road, Carlton90 mNE · 1 min walk
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Eating out in Carlton
Carlton is home to 206 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Melbourne area with 9,581 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, italian restaurants, international restaurants. Within 25 km of House of Cards there are 8,372 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Greek Precinct (1.4 km), Fitzroy (1.5 km), North Melbourne (1.5 km), East End Theatre District (1.6 km).
Cuisine mix in Carlton
Frequently asked questions
Where is House of Cards located?
House of Cards is located at 8 Porters Lane, Carlton VIC. It is about 1.7 km from the centre of Melbourne. 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 House of Cards?
House of Cards is open 5 days a week (closed Saturdays & Sundays), 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 House of Cards serve?
House of Cards serves Sandwich, Cake, Coffee, Burger cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
Does House of Cards offer takeaway or delivery?
According to our latest data, House of Cards offers takeaway and does not offer delivery.
Is House of Cards wheelchair accessible?
Yes — House of Cards is listed as wheelchair accessible.
How can I contact House of Cards?
You can reach House of Cards or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to House of Cards?
The closest venue is Alleyway Kitchen, about 20 m to the south (1 min walk). Other close options include PappaRich (20 m), Rice Workshop (30 m), Gong Cha (30 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near House of Cards?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Universal Italian (Italian, 620 m), Al Dente Enoteca (Italian, 1.1 km), Yeshi Ethiopian Restaurant (African, 1.4 km).
Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near Carlton?
Other cafés & brunch venues close by include Scholar & Co (150 m), Campus Canteen (170 m), Superfloor Cafe (200 m).
How many restaurants are there in Carlton?
Our guide lists 206 places to eat in Carlton, most commonly cafés & brunch (52), italian restaurants (25), international restaurants (23). Within 25 km there are 8,372 venues in total.