About
The Friends of the Earth Food Co-op & Café is a not-for-profit bulk grocery store and café on Smith Street, Collingwood, run by Friends of the Earth Melbourne. The grocery side focuses on bulk wholefoods — bring-your-own-container staples — while the café serves the community alongside it.
As part of FoE Melbourne it leans into environmental and community values, with membership, volunteering and events woven through what it does. It’s a co-op grocery and café rather than a butcher; for exact stock and any organic certifications it’s best to contact the shop directly.
Best For
Package-free bulk-wholefood shopping and a community café in Collingwood, with a not-for-profit, environmental bent.
What You'll Find
Bulk wholefoods
Package-free staples
Café meals
Coffee
Community membership
Good to Know
TypeFood co-op & café
ModelNot-for-profit
Run byFriends of the Earth Melbourne
FocusBulk, package-free wholefoods
CommunityMembership & volunteering
Opening Hours
Monday9:30 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday9:30 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday9:30 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday9:30 am – 5:00 pm
Friday9:30 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday9:30 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday10:00 am – 4:30 pm
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Friends of the Earth Food Co-op?
It’s a not-for-profit bulk-wholefoods grocery and café on Smith St, Collingwood, run by Friends of the Earth Melbourne.
Is it bulk / package-free?
Yes — the grocery side focuses on bulk wholefoods, so you can bring your own containers for staples.
What are the opening hours?
Open Monday to Saturday 9:30am–5pm and Sunday 10am–4:30pm (special hours can apply around the end of year).
Where is it?
It’s at 312 Smith St, Collingwood VIC 3066.