Melbourne’s iconic café brand secures prime kiosk at the Collins Street entrance, anchoring the flagship station of Melbourne’s Metro Tunnel.
One of Melbourne’s most beloved café establishments, Brunetti Oro, is set to bring its signature Italian charm to the heart of the city’s newest and most iconic transport hub — Town Hall Station at City Square. The café has secured a prime 35sqm kiosk at the Collins Street entrance, making it the first stop for commuters entering the station and a key feature of the Metro Tunnel’s retail offering.
The announcement marks a significant milestone in the evolution of Melbourne’s café culture, as Brunetti Oro becomes part of the anticipated Metro Tunnel Project, the biggest upgrade to the city’s rail network in over four decades. With the Metro Tunnel due to open later this year, Brunetti Oro will be front and centre in welcoming thousands of daily passengers with its renowned espresso, pastries, and warm hospitality.
“I’m incredibly excited to open our new Brunetti Oro store at Town Hall. This is a place that holds a deep personal and historical significance. City Square was home to the very first Brunetti in Melbourne’s CBD and returning back to this iconic space feels like coming a full circle,” said Yuri Angele, Owner of Brunetti Oro.
“It’s a privilege to bring forth this new venture and I can’t wait to welcome Melburnians to experience the finest Italian tradition and warmth that Brunetti Oro is famous for,” Mr Angele added.
Colliers’ Tom Larwill and Thomas Macrae have been appointed on behalf of the Cross Yarra Partnership – a consortium comprising Capella Capital, Lendlease, John Holland, John Laing and Bouygues Construction. The agents confirmed that over 90% of the Metro Tunnel’s retail footprint is now leased or under offer at the five new stations that also include Anzac, State Library, Parkville, and Arden.
“Bringing an iconic café brand to this prime location is a fantastic addition to the station precinct. It aligns with our vision to deliver high-quality, offerings that cater to the daily needs of the commuter, elevating the overall experience in the stations” said Aoife Kealy, Director Commercial Development & Services at Cross Yarra Partnership.
Tom Larwill, Head of Retail Leasing Victoria, said, “Colliers is absolutely thrilled to be part of this dynamic project and to lease this prime space to one of Melbourne’s most iconic tenants. Brunetti is the perfect fit for Town Hall Station, bringing a premium café experience that aligns with the station’s role as a civic and cultural gateway.”
“The Melbourne CBD retail market has shown strong resilience, with retail turnover in Victoria rising 1.9% in Q1 2025 and retail investment volumes already surpassing 2024’s total. With over 336,000 sqm of new retail supply projected across the city through 2026, demand for high-profile, high- footfall locations like this is only growing,” Mr Larwill added.
Brunetti will join a stellar lineup of key retailers and hospitality offerings at Town Hall Station, including KFC, Starbucks, IGA, 7-Eleven, Sushi Jiro, and Sushi Sushi, transforming the station into a vibrant, buzzing destination of its own.
Related Articles
