Business Details
Your Trusted Specialty Coffee Roasters in Melbourne & Byron Bay
Established as a Melbourne-based specialty coffee roastery and cafe, Wide Open Road has dedicated itself to crafting premium quality coffee with a focus on ethical sourcing and sustainability. Our team combines deep industry expertise with a passion for coffee culture, operating cafes in Brunswick and Byron Bay while supplying premium beans to discerning wholesale partners across Australia. Through years of hands-on experience, we've developed a reputation for exceptional coffee that balances innovative roasting techniques with respect for traditional methods. Our commitment extends beyond the brew to include comprehensive support for cafe partners, from equipment sourcing to operational consulting.With a strong emphasis on community engagement, we've created vibrant spaces that cater to both casual patrons and creative professionals seeking quality coffee and collaborative environments. Our product range spans signature blends, single-origin beans, and cold brew concentrates, all meticulously curated to deliver consistent excellence. By maintaining direct relationships with coffee growers and prioritising environmentally responsible practices, we ensure every cup reflects our core values of quality, integrity, and sustainability.
Services
Coffee Roasting
Cafe Services
Wholesale Supply
Equipment Sales
Coffee Subscriptions
Cold Brew Production
Barista Training
Cafe Consulting
Highlights and features
- We offer ethically sourced, sustainably produced specialty coffee
- Our team has extensive experience in coffee roasting and cafe operations
- We provide comprehensive wholesale support including equipment and training
- Cafes in Brunswick and Byron Bay serve as coffee innovation hubs
- Direct partnerships with coffee growers ensure quality control
What people say
Great flavours
Consistent brew
Delicious notes
Best coffee beans
Reliable blend
Services
Coffee Roasting
Our expert roasters transform ethically sourced green beans through precise roasting profiles that enhance each coffee's unique characteristics. Using state-of-the-art equipment and traditional techniques, we create both signature blends and single-origin offerings that showcase origin-specific flavours. Every batch is quality-controlled to maintain consistency across our product range.
Cafe Services
We operate two flagship cafes in Melbourne and Byron Bay that serve as living showcases for our coffee. These spaces combine premium coffee service with community-focused environments, offering both casual patrons and remote workers exceptional brews in thoughtfully designed settings that reflect local culture.
Wholesale Supply
We supply premium coffee beans and equipment to Australian cafes, restaurants, and retailers through our wholesale program. Partners receive not just quality products but also expert support including equipment sourcing, staff training, and operational consulting to ensure their coffee service excellence.
Equipment Sales
We offer a curated selection of professional coffee brewing equipment from leading brands like La Marzocco and Mazzer. Our equipment range caters to both home enthusiasts and commercial operations, with expert guidance available to help customers choose the right tools for their coffee needs.
Coffee Subscriptions
Our subscription service delivers fresh roasted coffee directly to customers' doors with flexible scheduling options. Subscribers can choose from rotating seasonal selections including single-origin beans, signature blends, and limited-run offerings, ensuring continuous discovery of new coffee experiences.
People
Jono
Coworking Manager
Jono oversees Bird, our Brunswick coworking space, combining coffee expertise with community building. With years in Melbourne's creative sector, he curates work environments that blend productivity with local culture.
Questions
Do you offer free shipping on coffee orders?
Yes, we provide free Australia-wide shipping on all online orders over $75.
What coffee brewing methods do you support?
We cater to all brewing preferences including filter, espresso, Aeropress, and cold brew methods.
Can cafes purchase coffee wholesale?
Yes, we supply premium coffee to Australian cafes with equipment support and training included.
Do you have physical cafe locations?
We operate cafes in Brunswick (Melbourne) and Byron Bay with extended daily hours.
What sustainability practices do you follow?
We prioritise ethical sourcing, environmentally responsible packaging, and energy-efficient roasting operations.
Reviews (4)
Patrick Leahy
Jan 18, 2022
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Delicious breakfast food for a good price! Nice location and friendly staff. The halloumi toastie was a delicious cacophony of sweet and savoury that delights the taste buds with every bite. Chorizo toastie was everything you could every want with generous servings of cheese. Gluten free options available which is always a plus.
Rick Keenan
Jan 03, 2022
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Delicious coffee & great food. Appreciate their hard work to stay open for takeaway & limited dining the last couple of days. Staff were great at explaining the situation & the food came out super fast.
Tim Firth
Dec 04, 2021
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Ate lunch here today with a friend & was such a relaxing & nurturing experience. Hamish greeted us & was so friendly, welcoming & smiley (even with a mask on!) Coffee & fresh orange juice were delicious & there was no drama about changing things on the menu. Had the mushroom toastie & was so full of flavour! Great value for money too. Highly recommend & will be back soon.
Joyce Tabone
Nov 24, 2021
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Went there on the weekday for lunch with a friend. Firstly, nobody would acknowledge us - we needed to ask for assistance from staff (all of whom seemed to be busy chatting with each other) - to be told we would need to wait for the manager to seat us. 15 minute wait ... the manager, I noticed sat down to eat eggs possibly avocado on toast ... totally ignored us. Finally, she deemed it fit to show us a table. 15 minutes later, nobody approached us with either a menu, water, or even any acknowledgement. So pretentious ... did I not fit the bill for their required clientele, was I too old (I am over
