New Farm’s much-loved Dicki’s Café made a second home in Ascot in 2021. Four years on, the corner-spot on Racecourse Road has taken on a fresh identity: Freddie’s Ascot. The rebrand keeps the community café spirit alive while adding a playful, distinctive twist — with the same great coffee and plant-based favourites, but now with a few new menu surprises (yes, even bacon).
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Like Dickie’s, Freddie’s still celebrates plant-forward dining with creative brunch options, while expanding into more inclusive offerings. Current favourites include:
| Dish | Description |
|---|---|
| Breakfast Burrito | Mexican rice, spiced “mince”, scrambled tofu, beans, salsa, spinach; gluten-free available |
| Sticky “Duck” Toastie | Plant-based sticky “duck” with slaw and chilli jam on Turkish bread |
| Build-Your-Own Baos | Choice of sticky “duck” or chick’n tenders |
| Dicki’s Classic Burger | Served with shoestring fries |
| Eggplant Parmigiana, Corn Fritters & Seasonal Salads | A rotating selection of plant-based mains and lighter options |
Breakfast-specific dishes like house-made granola and Green Eggs on Turkish (tofu scramble, pesto, zucchini ribbons) are served until 11:00 a.m., while the all-day menu runs until closing.
For younger diners, a kids’ menu includes avo on toast, mini pancakes with ice-cream and hazelnut sauce, and “cheese” toasties.
There are also share plates and a dedicated kids menu, with options such as mini avo on toast, cheese toastie, and mini granola.
Like the original venue, the Ascot cafe has an airy interior that’s bright and sunny, making it the perfect location for spending a relaxing afternoon.
Freddie’s beverage menu is as varied as its food. Alongside cold-pressed juices, smoothies, and specialty coffee (with alternative or dairy milks), the café is fully licensed, serving local craft beers, wine, and cocktails like Aperol Spritz, Espresso Martinis, and frozen Margaritas.
Freddie’s Ascot is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., focusing on breakfast and lunch. The café offers custom cakes and catering, and can be booked for special events.
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The airy, bright interior mirrors the relaxed vibe of the New Farm original, making it a staple for locals and weekend brunchers alike.
This cafe has evolved since its 2021 debut. It may no longer be strictly vegan, but its creative, plant-based menu continues to make it one of Ascot’s most vibrant café spots — perfect for everything from a weekday breakfast to a weekend brunch with cocktails.
Freddie’s is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week. You can follow them on Facebook.
Updated 18-Sept-2025
