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Filli Cafe

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Filli Cafe is Dubai's most loved tea cafe chain, famous for its iconic Zafran (Saffron) Chai since 2004. What started as a single tea stall in Al Mamzar, Dubai has grown into a global brand with over 100 locations across the world.

And now, Dubai’s famous Zafran Chai has landed in Melbourne, where you can find the best Chai in the world served up alongside amazing street food. Enjoy noodles, burgers, chaats and unique drinks, and of course, the best tea in Melbourne.

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  • 4pm - 10pm 4pm - 10pm
Tuesday
  • 4pm - 10pm 4pm - 10pm
Wednesday
  • 4pm - 10pm 4pm - 10pm
Thursday
  • 4pm - 10pm 4pm - 10pm
Friday
  • 4pm - 1am 4pm - 1am
Saturday
  • 4pm - 1am 4pm - 1am
Sunday
  • 4pm - 10pm 4pm - 10pm

Location

FiLLi Cafe | Carlton - Melbourne
173 Lygon St
Carlton 3053

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  • telephone number: 0424 593 456
  • email address: fillicafeaustralia@gmail.com
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