Opening hours
| Monday | 7:30 am – 3 pm |
| Tuesday | 7:30 am – 3 pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30 am – 3 pm |
| Thursday | 7:30 am – 3 pm |
| Friday | 7:30 am – 3 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am – 3 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am – 3 pm |
Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address377 Belgrave - Gembrook Road, Emerald VIC
- Phone(03) 5968 3580
- Websitethegeneralfoodstore.com.au
- CuisineBreakfast, Burger, Coffee
377 Belgrave - Gembrook Road, Emerald VIC · 9.6 km from Gembrook centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypeCafé
- CuisineBreakfast, Burger, Coffee
- AreaEmerald, Gembrook
- StateVictoria
- HoursOpen 7 days, from early morning
About The General Food Store
The General Food Store is a cafés & brunch café in Emerald, Victoria. You'll find it at 377 Belgrave - Gembrook Road, Emerald VIC, roughly 9.6 km from the Gembrook 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.
The General Food Store is open 7 days, from early morning; the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in Emerald? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Over the Road and Emerald Fish & Chips.
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
- 📶Free Wi-Fi
What to order
Signature cafés & brunch dishes to look out for.
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Closest restaurants to The General Food Store
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Over the Road ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 371 Belgrave-Gembrook Road, Emerald30 mS · 1 min walk -
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Emerald Fish & Chips 🦞 Seafood & Fish and Chips · 367 Belgrave-Gembrook Road, Emerald40 mS · 1 min walk
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Silk Palace 🥟 Chinese · 344 Belgrave-Gembrook Road, Emerald50 mS · 1 min walk
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Big Al's Pizza 🍕 Pizza · 361 Main Road, Emerald70 mS · 1 min walk -
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Elevations 🍽️ International · 374 Belgrave - Gembrook Road, Emerald370 mSW · 4 min walk
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Incy Wincy ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 12/5-7 Kilvington Drive, Emerald620 mSW · 7 min walk -
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Emerald Thai 🍜 Thai · 12 Kilvington Drive, Emerald660 mSW · 8 min walk -
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The Chookery ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Emerald660 mSW · 8 min walk
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9
Bill's Fish & Chips 🦞 Seafood & Fish and Chips · 11 Kilvington Drive, Emerald670 mSW · 8 min walk
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10
The Railway Café ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Avonsleigh1.3 kmE · 16 min walk
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Eating out in Emerald
Emerald is home to 10 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Gembrook area with 38 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, seafood & fish and chips, thai restaurants. Within 25 km of The General Food Store there are 1,479 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Avonsleigh (2.3 km), Clematis (2.5 km), Menzies Creek (3.5 km), Cockatoo (4.3 km).
Cuisine mix in Emerald
Frequently asked questions
Where is The General Food Store located?
The General Food Store is located at 377 Belgrave - Gembrook Road, Emerald VIC. It is about 9.6 km from the centre of Gembrook. 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 The General Food Store?
The General Food Store is open 7 days, from early morning. 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 The General Food Store serve?
The General Food Store serves Breakfast, Burger, Coffee cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact The General Food Store?
You can reach The General Food Store by phone on (03) 5968 3580, by email at [email protected] or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to The General Food Store?
The closest venue is Over the Road, about 30 m to the south (1 min walk). Other close options include Emerald Fish & Chips (40 m), Silk Palace (50 m), Big Al's Pizza (70 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near The General Food Store?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Babaji's Kitchen (Indian, 8.3 km), Jason's Restaurant at Bradford Estate Winery (International, 9.2 km), Fortnums (International, 11 km).
Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near Emerald?
Other cafés & brunch venues close by include Aura Tearooms (3.6 km), Brunch on McBride (4.3 km), Friends on the Hill (6.9 km).
How many restaurants are there in Emerald?
Our guide lists 10 places to eat in Emerald, most commonly cafés & brunch (4), seafood & fish and chips (2), thai restaurants (1). Within 25 km there are 1,479 venues in total.