About the restaurant
CIBI in Collingwood, Melbourne, is a Japanese-inspired café and lifestyle store founded by Meg and Zenta Tanaka. It offers wholesome, seasonal dishes like the traditional Japanese breakfast with grilled salmon and tamagoyaki, chicken soboro bowl, and vegetable curry. Guests enjoy house-made condiments that enhance each meal’s flavour. Beyond food, CIBI features curated homewares in a tranquil, elegantly designed space reflecting Japanese simplicity. The café operates daily, serving nourishing meals from morning until afternoon, while the design store and grocer remain open later. CIBI provides a unique blend of dining and lifestyle in a calming environment.