Plantation Café ECU

Building 1/270 Joondalup Dr, Joondalup WA 6027, Australia
$$$ Cafe
(56 Reviews)
Price Range $1–20

Welcome to the charming Plantation Café ECU, a delightful spot nestled within the hustle and bustle of the ECU University Complex in Joondalup, Western Australia. This café is more than just a place to grab a coffee; it’s a friendly haven where students and locals can gather to enjoy delicious food, exceptional coffee, and a warm atmosphere.

As you step inside, you’re greeted by the inviting aroma of freshly brewed coffee that seems to wrap around you like a cozy blanket. With its clean, gorgeous interior, Plantation Café offers both indoor and outdoor seating options, making it the perfect escape for a quiet lunch, a study session, or a lively catch-up with friends. The cheerful smiles from the staff will immediately make you feel at home—many patrons have commented on the friendly and engaging service that adds a special touch to their dining experience.

The café’s menu showcases a variety of offerings that cater to all tastes. Regulars rave about the breakfast wrap, a must-try for anyone needing a flavorful start to their day. Others, like Phil Glover, were impressed by their butter chicken/turmeric dish, an affordable and satisfying option at just $8.50, while Hayley Cullen highlighted the daily lunch specials—a rotating feast that is both hearty and budget-friendly. Today it was roast beef with potatoes and veggies, a real crowd-pleaser.

But the true star here might just be the coffee. Customers note that it stands out among other cafés on campus, with many remarking on its rich flavor that’s perfectly crafted, thanks to skilled baristas like Reggy, who has mastered the art of juggling orders while keeping the atmosphere lively. Marlon Lin reveals the personal touch of the café, where even individual preferences—like his desire for lukewarm coffee—are remembered and catered to.

Whether it’s a quick coffee break between classes or a leisurely meal with friends, Plantation Café promises a fulfilling experience. With a fantastic selection that includes everything from lighter bites to more substantial meals and premium coffee, it’s no wonder customers describe this café as the best on campus. A visit here is not just a meal; it's a delightful journey you won’t want to miss.

So next time you find yourself in Joondalup, do yourself a favor and swing by Plantation Café. Trust us—your taste buds will thank you!

Service options
Outdoor seating
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Coffee
Healthy options
Quick bite
Small plates
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Groups
Payments
Credit cards
NFC mobile payments
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

08:30 AM - 04:30 PM

Tuesday

08:30 AM - 04:30 PM

Wednesday

08:30 AM - 04:30 PM

Thursday

08:30 AM - 04:30 PM

Friday

08:30 AM - 04:30 PM

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

56 Reviews
Jordan Wright

06 Oct 2025

Amazing little coffee shop with great breakfast options! Staff are friendly and a nice quiet atmosphere

Bellise Ame

09 Sep 2025

Honestly not just the best coffee on campus but the best food too! Their breaky wrap is such a staple and sometimes the only thing that keeps me motivated throughout the day! Staff are so friendly and it is so clean and gorgeous inside, overall just the best place to be on campus <3

Gary Tindale

18 Aug 2025

A great Campus cafe with a pleasant atmosphere and very friendly staff. Food is basic, but ideally suited to the cafe and its location/Customers. Their coffee is a bit another than the other cafes on campus and goes down well in the morning

Lalla Stewart

19 Jul 2025

A wide selection of delicious foods for all tastes. Really friendly staff always ready with a smile and for a chat as you drop in for a coffee or bite to eat. The seating areas inside and out provide for comfortable and convenient meeting places with friends, colleagues or classmates. A great choice when looking for a place to have lunch, meetings, a coffee break or just to take time out for yourself.

Phil Glover

08 Jul 2025

Just inhaled today's butter chicken/turmeric dish (only $8.50!!!) and it was sooooo good I was immediately moved to write this. Also, Reggie, Mrs Reggie and Crystal always fabulous friendly service and delicious hot drinks. Best on campus,

Hayley Cullen

03 Jul 2025

The best cafe AND the best staff!! Even if you aren’t affiliated with the university, it’s totally worth travelling here for lunch. The lunch special varies each day, but today was roast beef, potatoes and veg, for $8.50. What a discovery! I brought the family along this time (we don’t live in Joondalup, so it was a 20 min drive), and they were like “wow, we’re definitely coming back”. I wish I took a better photo before we started eating, but I think it still shows you what the meal is…

Richard D'Mello

23 Jun 2025

Set in the ECU University Complex in Joondalup, this cafe has a good choice of food and coffees. Lunch time they have a special everyday and ranging from $5.50 - $8.50. Friendly and efficient service.

Marlon Lin

20 Jun 2025

Reggy is a magician. He can juggle between keeping conversations with multiple customers, brew your coffee according to your standards and prepare your food, at an incredible efficiency. It’s a pleasure to watch him work. I like my coffee lukewarm, and he remembered that since day one. This may come across like not a big deal but personally it is. In my opinion, it has become a norm to burn the milk here in oz. Every-time i get coffee I have this internal conflict if I really should buy one. Not here, absolute magician mad lad gets it right every. Single. Time. Great way to start your day. great muffins too, they don’t taste like they they are mass produced in some factory.

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