Opening hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11 am – 5 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am – 5 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am – 5 pm |
| Friday | 11 am – 5 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am – 5 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address669 Bourke Street, Koreatown VIC
- Websitetheschooloflife.com/melbourne
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
669 Bourke Street, Koreatown VIC · 850 m from Melbourne centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypeCafé
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
- AreaKoreatown, Melbourne
- StateVictoria
- HoursOpen 5 days a week (closed Mondays & Sundays)
About The School of Life
The School of Life brings Cafés & Brunch food to Koreatown in Victoria. You'll find it at 669 Bourke Street, Koreatown VIC, roughly 850 m from the Melbourne city centre.
Australia's café culture is world-famous: expertly made flat whites, all-day brunch, smashed avo and house-baked treats. Cafés are usually busiest on weekend mornings and many close by mid-afternoon.
The School of Life is open 5 days a week (closed Mondays & Sundays); the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in Koreatown? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Chaf's Cafe and Miss Mi.
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
What to order
Signature cafés & brunch dishes to look out for.
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Closest restaurants to The School of Life
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Chaf's Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 669-671 Bourke Street, Koreatown10 mW · 1 min walk
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2
Miss Mi 🍽️ International · Koreatown30 mW · 1 min walk
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3
Royal Stacks 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · 670 Bourke Street, Koreatown40 mN · 1 min walk -
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Mail Exchange Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 688 Bourke Street, Melbourne60 mNW · 1 min walk -
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The Alexander Bar 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · Little Collins Street, Koreatown90 mS · 1 min walk
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6
Code Black Coffee ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 630 Little Collins Street, Melbourne90 mS · 1 min walk -
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KFC 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · Koreatown100 mW · 1 min walk
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8
Royal Melbourne Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 629 Bourke Street, Koreatown100 mE · 1 min walk -
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Schnitz 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · Koreatown110 mW · 1 min walk
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10
Cotti Coffee ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Koreatown110 mSW · 1 min walk
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Eating out in Koreatown
Koreatown is home to 322 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Melbourne area with 9,581 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, international restaurants, japanese restaurants. Within 25 km of The School of Life there are 8,376 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Melbourne (850 m), South Wharf (1.0 km), Yarra’s Edge (1.1 km), Southbank (1.3 km).
Cuisine mix in Koreatown
Frequently asked questions
Where is The School of Life located?
The School of Life is located at 669 Bourke Street, Koreatown VIC. It is about 850 m from the centre of Melbourne. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of The School of Life?
The School of Life is open 5 days a week (closed Mondays & Sundays). Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Melbourne time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does The School of Life serve?
The School of Life serves Cafés & Brunch cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact The School of Life?
You can reach The School of Life or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to The School of Life?
The closest venue is Chaf's Cafe, about 10 m to the west (1 min walk). Other close options include Miss Mi (30 m), Royal Stacks (40 m), Mail Exchange Hotel (60 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near The School of Life?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Trattoria Emilia (International, 780 m), Steakhouse Grill 66 (Steakhouse & Grill, 1.2 km), MoVida (Spanish & Portuguese, 1.3 km).
Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near Koreatown?
Other cafés & brunch venues close by include Hugo's Express (110 m), Inzone Cafe (110 m), In a Rush (110 m).
How many restaurants are there in Koreatown?
Our guide lists 322 places to eat in Koreatown, most commonly cafés & brunch (118), international restaurants (46), japanese restaurants (29). Within 25 km there are 8,376 venues in total.