Cafe Essentials

Running a busy Melbourne café or a nationwide coffee franchise requires reliable, high-quality tools that can withstand heavy daily use. At Star Group, we specialise in providing wholesale café essentials and barista accessories designed for professional use.

From knock chutes and precision portafilter baskets to essential espresso machine cleaning powders, our range ensures your service remains seamless and your equipment stays in peak condition.

Whether you are looking to buy in bulk for multiple locations or sourcing for your own coffee shop, our range of supplies has your basic needs covered.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where can I buy wholesale café supplies in Australia?

A: Star Group is a leading supplier of wholesale café and hospitality essentials, offering nationwide shipping from our Melbourne-based warehouse. We stock everything from barista tools to commercial cleaning chemicals.

Q: Do you offer bulk discounts for commercial coffee machine cleaners?

A: Yes, we provide competitive wholesale pricing on bulk orders of espresso machine cleaning powders, descalers, and much, much more.

Q: What are the most essential tools for a new café setup?

A: Beyond the espresso machine, essential barista tools include high-quality knock boxes or chutes, calibrated tampers, milk frothing jugs, group head cleaning brushes, and microfibre cloths for steam wands.

Q: How often should I use espresso machine cleaning powder?

A: For high-volume commercial environments, we recommend a daily backflush with professional espresso machine cleaner to prevent oil build-up and ensure consistent coffee flavour. We recommend Cafetto Espresso Machine Cleaning Powder.