Opening hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 9:30 am – 4 pm |
| Thursday | 9:30 am – 4 pm |
| Friday | 9:30 am – 4 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am – 4 pm |
| Sunday | 9:30 am – 4 pm |
Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address42 Brooke Street, Smythesdale VIC
- Phone0490 145 364
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
42 Brooke Street, Smythesdale VIC · 18 km from Ballarat centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypeCafé
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
- AreaSmythesdale, Ballarat
- StateVictoria
- HoursOpen 5 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays)
About Thru the Gate Cafe
Thru the Gate Cafe is a cafés & brunch café in Smythesdale, Victoria. You'll find it at 42 Brooke Street, Smythesdale VIC, roughly 18 km from the Ballarat 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.
Thru the Gate Cafe is open 5 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays); the venue offers dine-in, outdoor seating.
Planning a night out in Smythesdale? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Rustic Edge Cafe & Takeaway and Court House Hotel.
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
- ☀️Outdoor seating
What to order
Signature cafés & brunch dishes to look out for.
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Closest restaurants to Thru the Gate Cafe
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Rustic Edge Cafe & Takeaway ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 39 Brooke Street, Smythesdale60 mNW · 1 min walk
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Court House Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 63 Brooke Street, Smythesdale230 mN · 3 min walk -
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Scarsdale Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 15 Scarsdale Pitfield Road, Scarsdale3.7 kmSW · 8 min drive
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4
Linton Cafe and Convenience Store ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 18 Sussex Street, Linton11 kmW · 21 min drive
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5
Railway Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · Linton12 kmSW · 22 min drive
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6
Wares, Plants 'n' Things. ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 88 Sussex Street, Linton12 kmSW · 22 min drive
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7
Hungry Jack's 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · 331 Glenelg Highway, Smythes Creek12 kmNE · 23 min drive
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8
Delish Kebabs & Fish N Chips 🦞 Seafood & Fish and Chips · Smythes Creek12 kmNE · 23 min drive
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9
Wendy's Milk Bar 🍨 Desserts & Gelato · Smythes Creek12 kmNE · 23 min drive
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10
Chill Espresso Lounge ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Smythes Creek12 kmNE · 23 min drive
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Eating out in Smythesdale
Smythesdale is home to 3 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Ballarat area with 205 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, pubs & bistros. Within 25 km of Thru the Gate Cafe there are 201 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Scarsdale (3.5 km), Smythes Creek (11 km), Linton (12 km), Winter Valley (12 km).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Thru the Gate Cafe located?
Thru the Gate Cafe is located at 42 Brooke Street, Smythesdale VIC. It is about 18 km from the centre of Ballarat. 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 Thru the Gate Cafe?
Thru the Gate Cafe is open 5 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays). 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 Thru the Gate Cafe serve?
Thru the Gate Cafe serves Cafés & Brunch cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact Thru the Gate Cafe?
You can reach Thru the Gate Cafe by phone on 0490 145 364.
What is the closest restaurant to Thru the Gate Cafe?
The closest venue is Rustic Edge Cafe & Takeaway, about 60 m to the north-west (1 min walk). Other close options include Court House Hotel (230 m), Scarsdale Hotel (3.7 km), Linton Cafe and Convenience Store (11 km).
What are some recommended places to eat near Thru the Gate Cafe?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Lucas Town Café (Cafés & Brunch, 14 km), Lucas Fish & Chips (Seafood & Fish and Chips, 14 km), Lazy Moe's (International, 15 km).
Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near Smythesdale?
Other cafés & brunch venues close by include Starbucks (12 km), Wildseed (12 km), Subway (12 km).
How many restaurants are there in Smythesdale?
Our guide lists 3 places to eat in Smythesdale, most commonly cafés & brunch (2), pubs & bistros (1). Within 25 km there are 201 venues in total.