Bella Ciao Cafe

32 McCrae St, Swan Hill VIC 3585, Australia
+61 3 5032 3870
$$$ Cafe
(35 Reviews)
Price Range $20–40

Bella Ciao Cafe sits on McCrae Street in Swan Hill and has carved out a spot popular with locals looking for a casual yet lively breakfast or lunch stop. This cafe leans into its strengths with solid coffee — the kind many locals rely on to kickstart their day — alongside a menu that features straightforward, hearty options like burgers served with chips and toasties. The food often arrives well-presented and flavorful, making it a practical choice for those wanting a satisfying meal without fuss.

Inside, the vibe is busy and bustling, especially around peak times like weekend mornings and lunchtime. It’s not the kind of place to settle in for a long, quiet sit-down; service is functional, occasionally a bit stretched during the rush, which can mean waiting in line and sometimes needing to find a table yourself before ordering. This creates the feel of a no-frills neighborhood spot where timing your visit matters if you want a relaxed experience.

Locals and travelers alike come here primarily for the coffee quality, which is consistently praised and rightly valued as a reliable pick-me-up during early mornings or midday breaks. The cafe’s atmosphere leans casual and efficient — you won’t find table service, but the food and drinks deliver on what’s expected for the price points listed.

In terms of who might enjoy Bella Ciao most, it suits those who appreciate a straightforward, honest cafe experience with good coffee and straightforward meals like beef or chicken burgers and toasties. It’s a practical stop rather than a destination for lingering or fine dining, and best navigated by those ready for a self-service approach and a bit of queueing during busier hours.

Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
What they serve
Alcohol
Coffee
Healthy options
Quick bite
Small plates
Wine
Best for
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Table service
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

08:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Tuesday

08:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Wednesday

08:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Thursday

08:00 AM - 02:00 PM

,

05:30 PM - 08:30 PM

Friday

07:00 AM - 02:00 PM

,

05:30 PM - 08:30 PM

Saturday

07:00 AM - 02:00 PM

,

05:30 PM - 08:30 PM

Sunday

07:00 AM - 02:00 PM

,

05:30 PM - 08:30 PM

35 Reviews
G Kennedy

25 Dec 2025

No table service for orders only delivery Checkout can be busy plus the person serves tables so leaves the register to do so A bit slow as well understanding and taking down tge order Had to wait in a queue to order Spoilt the experience to return the food and coffee was great so would need to balancing this with time and not relaxing asap

David Bain

20 Dec 2025

Apart from the over cooked poached eggs the smashed avo was nice and the coffee is very good, service on the other hand very poor and is definitely what lets this place down , we had to find our own table , walk up get our own menus then do back up to place our order , for the prices on the menu the service should be better

Suzan O7

05 Dec 2025

What a place to have a breakfast. Amazing food , Excellent service and perfect Atmosphere to have breakfast and lunch. Thank you for serving me the best lunch i have ever had.

kerrie frazer

02 Dec 2025

1st world I know, but when travelling, that 1st morning coffee is special and good is not guaranteed. This was the best! Temperature, beans, taste and an after taste to savour. We enjoyed small eggs based meals which were reasonably priced and nicely presented. Service was friendly and efficient. Such a pleasant experience and start to the day. Thank you. A MUST ATRY if you like your coffee!!

Juanita Burns

06 Nov 2025

Food was amazing and my order was ready on time! The cafe was absolutely packed! The staff did an amazing job keeping it under control

Bryce McLean

24 Oct 2025

Excellent coffee and cake. Great temperature, good beans, Kerang pies are tasty.

Nicholas Innes

20 Oct 2025

A great destination for a bite to eat. The menu was diverse with a reasonable range of hot and cold food. We ordered fresh rolls and smoothies. Both were very delicious and good value for money. I would recommend visiting for breakfast or lunch.

Stuart Groves

01 Oct 2025

Smashed avocado, Creamy mushrooms and eggs, coffee. Excellent breakfast and coffee. Service was first class. Food was bespoke and flavoursome. Highly recommended.

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