A Fresh Pour: One Day of FREE Coffee for Melbourne

Melbourne runs on coffee — and on Monday 16 February, it runs on Brunetti.

For one day only, Brunetti Classico is pouring free espressos and piccolos from 9am to 5pm, inviting Melburnians to stop by, sip, and savour a new chapter in the café institution’s storied coffee history.

In a city where coffee is practically a civic duty, a free pour from one of Melbourne’s most iconic Italian cafés isn’t just generous — it’s headline-worthy.

The all-day giveaway will take place at Brunetti Classico’s Lygon Street flagship, along with its Drummond Street Carlton, Moonee Ponds and Coburg locations. Even Melbourne Airport is getting in on the action, with free espresso flowing at Terminals T1, T2 and T4 — meaning your morning commute, lunch break or pre-flight caffeine ritual just got a serious upgrade.

Whether you’re a suited-up CBD regular, a university student dashing between lectures, or a traveller racing to the gate, there’s no excuse not to swing by for a complimentary cup.

The celebration marks Brunetti Classico’s new coffee partnership with Segafredo Zanetti, one of Italy’s most respected espresso houses.

Known for its bold, classic style and deep roots in Italian coffee culture, Segafredo brings serious pedigree to the espresso machine. On the day, guests will be sipping the brand’s Extra Strong espresso blend — a full-bodied Italian classic with rich notes of dark chocolate, caramel and toasted nut, lifted by a subtle raspberry brightness and finished with a smooth, persistent crema.

It’s the kind of espresso designed to be enjoyed standing at the bar, preferably alongside a flaky cornetto or a slice of torta — very much the Italian way, and perfectly suited to Brunetti’s legendary pasticceria offering.

The blend combines carefully selected high-grown arabica and premium robusta beans sourced from Central America, South America and Africa. The beans are then roasted locally in Melbourne, ensuring freshness and consistency for Australian coffee drinkers who know exactly what they like.

And let’s be honest — in this town, that’s everyone.

True to form, Brunetti Classico isn’t stopping at complimentary caffeine. On the day, coffee lovers who share their feedback on the new espresso will go into the draw to win a premium home setup: a Gaggia coffee machine and Eureka grinder bundle valued at more than $4,000.

It’s a prize that would make any home barista weak at the knees — and a fitting nod to Melbourne’s ever-growing café culture at home.

Free coffee days don’t come around often — especially not from a name as synonymous with Melbourne café culture as Brunetti Classico. So whether you’re popping in for a quick morning espresso, lingering over a midday pick-me-up, or grabbing a last-minute airport brew before take-off, this is one Monday perk worth marking in your calendar.

After all, in a city that takes its coffee seriously, a full day of free espresso isn’t just a giveaway — it’s a celebration.