GRAND OPENING: Hello Kitty and Friends Cafe

Get ready, Melbourne — on Friday 9 May 2025, the cutest crew in the world is moving in. This May, the highly anticipated Hello Kitty and Friends Café will open on Level 1 of Melbourne Central, delivering a first-of-its-kind immersive dining experience that brings the whimsical world of Sanrio to life.

Inspired by the global phenomenon of Hello Kitty and her iconic friends - including Cinnamoroll, Kuromi, and My Melody - the café is set to be a destination for fans of food, fun, and all things adorable. Across four creatively designed spaces, guests will step into a kawaii dreamworld that blends Japanese pop culture, art, and culinary delights in a way that’s uniquely Melbourne.