Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.7 out of 5
Very good | 3390 reviews

What Bomoh doesn't like about Mr Tulk:
Expensive for what they serve and I don't appreciate a replacement cup of coffee (the first was lukewarm) being banged down in front of me without a word. Food OK and the young blonde waitress was very pleasant. There are better places. View all feedback. What Becky Yee likes about Mr Tulk:
Found this place as I needed a place to continue working from the State Library which closes at 6pm on Fridays. This place closes at 7 on Fridays and offers $5 wine during happy hour 4-6pm (made it 5min before 6pm! . Friendly staff, nice ambience and decent house pours! View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

Menu
2.0 ★ from 16 reviews
Joelle
22.10.2020 - 16:05

DONT MESS WITH THE BESTWithout doubt my favourite lunch spot in Melbourne. Its light and bright with a funky vibe. The service is quick, friendly and profession...

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Layne
22.10.2020 - 16:05

Part of the State Library this cafe has a very funky vibe, and decor to match. Nice spot for lunch and the menu has a bit of pizzazz about it, which putit firml...

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Ewald
22.10.2020 - 16:05

The space at Mr Tulk is fantastic, which shouldn't really be all that surprising that it's situated in a wing of the State Library. The coffee here is great but...

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Adan
20.11.2017 - 19:19

Coffee meeting in city. Staff a bit uptight and not welcoming...perhaps they need a chill pill. Coffee ok. Gone downhill vs last visit.

Lew
20.11.2017 - 19:19

This a an easy spot to grab a lunch/ coffee while visiting the State library which is definitely worth a visit. Salad was fresh and not overly expensive. Recomm...

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Mr Tulk, a café located at the State Library of Victoria, offers a spacious and contemporary dining experience with a design that pays homage to its historical roots. While some patrons find the food to be passable and the coffee average, the atmosphere and service receive mixed reviews. Some praise the friendly staff and accommodating service, while others criticize the attitude of the employees and the high prices. Despite differing opinions, Mr Tulk remains a popular spot for regular visitors to the library and those seeking a convenient place to grab a meal or coffee.

Tripadvisor
3.4 ★ from 64 reviews
Bomoh
03.08.2023 - 14:41

Expensive for what they serve and I don't appreciate a replacement cup of coffee (the first was lukewarm) being banged down in front of me without a word. Food...

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Modesto
03.08.2023 - 14:41

Mr Tulk is adjacent to the State Library of Victoria (ISLV). After reading for a few hours in the SLV, Mr Tulk provides a place to get a flavourful coffee and m...

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johnlorraineb
03.08.2023 - 14:41

Beyond the norm of friendliness and went to a great effort to rearrange things to get us a table. Delightful tea in a silver pot! With the very added bonus of t...

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Samantha
03.08.2023 - 14:41

Augustus Tulk (1810-73) was the first Librarian of the State Library of Victoria (SLV). He was appointed in 1856, before Victroria was even a State. Tulk worked...

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Karolina
03.08.2023 - 14:41

The coffee is great. But then again, coffee is great everywhere you go in Melbourne. The price of coffee is average.

Int Restaurants
3.7 ★ from 1649 reviews
Morgs71
03.02.2024 - 09:04

A lovely cafe outside the State Library, Mr Tulk serves up fabulous coffee in a convenient location. With the recent nice weather, it was great to sit outside a...

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Becky
03.02.2024 - 09:04

Found this place as I needed a place to continue working from the State Library which closes at 6pm on Fridays. This place closes at 7 on Fridays and offers $5...

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Rhiannon
03.02.2024 - 09:04

Group of us came in for Saturday morning brunch. Good menu with with some great specials. Porridge was creamy with nice pieces of juicy berries rhubarb. Coffee...

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Gastrology
03.02.2024 - 09:04

With a name that pays homage to Augustus Henry Tulk the State Library's first Chief Librarian, Mr Tulk is an iconic Melbourne café that is housed in what was fo...

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Karma
03.02.2024 - 09:04

Great coffee and sweet treats! Hard to resist on my way to work. Their cookies and muffins are amazing, and they switch up the flavours. The only thing is that...

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Facebook
4.1 ★ from 151 reviews
Foursquare
3.4 ★ from 177 reviews
Google
3.8 ★ from 521 reviews
Zomato
4.1 ★ from 809 reviews
Yellowpages
3.3 ★ from 3 reviews

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