The Local - Geelong

Geelong, VIC ☕ Cafés & Brunch

Opening hours

Monday7:30 am – 3 pm
Tuesday7:30 am – 3 pm
Wednesday7:30 am – 3 pm
Thursday7:30 am – 3 pm
Friday7:30 am – 3 pm
Saturday7:30 am – 3 pm
Sunday7:30 am – 3 pm

Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.

  • Address175 McKillop Street, Geelong VIC
  • CuisineCoffee, Pastry, Sandwich, Cake

175 McKillop Street, Geelong VIC · 1.2 km from Geelong centre

Popular times

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At a glance

  • TypeRestaurant
  • CuisineCoffee, Pastry, Sandwich, Cake
  • AreaGeelong
  • StateVictoria
  • HoursOpen 7 days, from early morning

About The Local - Geelong

Located in Geelong, VIC, The Local - Geelong is a cafés & brunch restaurant serving locals and visitors alike. You'll find it at 175 McKillop Street, Geelong VIC, roughly 1.2 km from the Geelong 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 Local - Geelong is open 7 days, from early morning; the venue offers dine-in.

Planning a night out in Geelong? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Black Cup Cafe and Lucy Lockets.

Amenities & services

  • Dine-in

What to order

Signature cafés & brunch dishes to look out for.

Full menu guide →
BreakfastSmashed avoSourdough, feta, dukkah and poached egg
LunchChicken schnitzel sandwichSlaw and aioli on toasted bread
BakeryMuffinsBaked daily
Coffee & drinksChai latteSpiced tea with milk

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Closest restaurants to The Local - Geelong

The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.

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  1. 1
    Black Cup Cafe – 103 Garden Street, East Geelong
    Black Cup Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 103 Garden Street, East Geelong
    90 mNE · 1 min walk
  2. 2
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    Lucy Lockets ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 261 Myers Street, East Geelong
    250 mNE · 3 min walk
  3. 3
    Eastside – 263 Myers Street, East Geelong
    Eastside 🍕 Pizza · 263 Myers Street, East Geelong
    250 mNE · 3 min walk
  4. 4
    Pizzas with Attitude 🍕 Pizza · Djilang Plaza
    310 mW · 4 min walk
  5. 5
    Elephant & Castle Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 158 McKillop Street, Geelong
    340 mW · 4 min walk
  6. 6
    Kilgour St Grocer – 164 Kilgour Street, Djilang Plaza
    Kilgour St Grocer ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 164 Kilgour Street, Djilang Plaza
    510 mW · 6 min walk
  7. 7
    Cafe Belle ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 404 Ryrie Street, East Geelong
    520 mNE · 6 min walk
  8. 8
    Commun Na Feine Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 209 Bellerine Street, Geelong
    710 mW · 9 min walk
  9. 9
    Geelong Pizza Lovers logo
    Geelong Pizza Lovers 🍕 Pizza · 63A St Albans Road, Thomson
    730 mS · 9 min walk
  10. 10
    Orchid & Co logo
    Orchid & Co ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 24-26 Garden Street, Geelong
    730 mN · 9 min walk

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Eating out in Geelong

Geelong is home to 166 places to eat in our guide. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, international restaurants, pubs & bistros. Within 25 km of The Local - Geelong there are 652 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.

Nearby suburbs worth exploring include East Geelong (880 m), Djilang Plaza (1.3 km), South Geelong (1.4 km), Thomson (1.6 km).

Cuisine mix in Geelong

  • ☕ Cafés & Brunch43
  • 🍽️ International25
  • 🍺 Pubs & Bistros17
  • 🍨 Desserts & Gelato11
  • 🍛 Indian8

Frequently asked questions

Where is The Local - Geelong located?

The Local - Geelong is located at 175 McKillop Street, Geelong VIC. It is about 1.2 km from the centre of Geelong. 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 Local - Geelong?

The Local - Geelong 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 Local - Geelong serve?

The Local - Geelong serves Coffee, Pastry, Sandwich, Cake cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.

What is the closest restaurant to The Local - Geelong?

The closest venue is Black Cup Cafe, about 90 m to the north-east (1 min walk). Other close options include Lucy Lockets (250 m), Eastside (250 m), Pizzas with Attitude (310 m).

What are some recommended places to eat near The Local - Geelong?

Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Eastern Spice (Indian, 1.1 km), TDOK Fried Chicken (Korean, 1.1 km), Pho Downtown (Vietnamese, 1.3 km).

Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near Geelong?

Other cafés & brunch venues close by include Cafe GO (870 m), Florence & Me (910 m), [untitled] (930 m).

How many restaurants are there in Geelong?

Our guide lists 166 places to eat in Geelong, most commonly cafés & brunch (43), international restaurants (25), pubs & bistros (17). Within 25 km there are 652 venues in total.