The barista was so kind about switching my order to dine-in last minute. Just that little bit of warmth made my coffee feel extra comforting.

Great spot for a takeaway coffee. The bacon and egg muffin is a solid choice, but I really appreciate how fresh the ingredients taste.

Really liked the vibe here, it&#39;s super chill and not trying too hard. Perfect for catching up with friends over brunch. The menu&#39;s got a good mix of modern and classic stuff. My avocado toast was spot on. Could sit and chat for ages.

Finally found a proper dark rye in Melbourne! The density and flavour are spot on. Picked up a loaf to go with a robust Shiraz I had at home, and it was a perfect match. A bit pricey, but you get what you pay for.

Love the quiet nooks here. The poke bowl was fresh and light, just what I needed. Staff were friendly too. A nice, calm spot for a solo lunch.

Loved the crumbed halloumi salad so much, I had to come back for it again. The staff are always so friendly too.

Been coming here for years. The hot chips are always generous, just like they used to be. It&#39;s a busy spot, but that&#39;s part of the local vibe. Service is friendly, no fuss.

This bar offers a fantastic lunch special at just $20, which includes a dish and a small glass of beer. The food exceeded our expectations, and the historic setting across from Parliament adds to the charm!

The poke bowl was fresh and generous, just the right lunch. Their coffee is good, but I was really impressed with the craft beer selection - a couple of local options paired nicely with the bowl. Sat outside to avoid the indoor chatter.

The almond croissant is a winner. Flaky outside, soft inside, and just the right amount of sweetness. Goes great with a coffee.

The cafe is beautiful, really liked the vibe. Cherry hot chocolate was incredible, best I&#39;ve had in Melbourne.

Their okonomiyaki is pretty good. Crispy outside, soft inside. But for $28, the portion felt a bit small. Just one main plate for lunch left me wanting a little more.

Solid Japanese food, but the portion sizes are a bit on the smaller side for the price. The katsu curry was tasty, just wish there was a bit more of it.

Miyosa special ramen on a rainy day. Broth was rich, had real depth. The chashu was tender, not dry at all. That award they got for the broth? Makes sense now. Just what I was after.

The prawn and pork dumplings were good, nice and juicy. But the portion for the Peking duck was a bit small for the price, especially the orange gravy one. Felt like I was paying more for the sauce than the duck itself.

Banh mi was super crunchy, really tasty. Staff were quick, didn&#39;t have to wait in line at all. Prices felt fair for what you get. Solid lunch spot.

Love the local feel here! It&#39;s a bit noisy when packed, but that just makes it more fun for catching up with friends. The decor is super cute and the whole place just feels warm and welcoming. Perfect for a casual hangout.

The staff here are so lovely, always smiling and making you feel welcome. It&rsquo;s that kind of friendly, neighbourhood cafe vibe that just feels nice.

Love the cheese tarts here. The shell is crumbly and the filling is smooth, not too sweet. Just right.

I would recommend the baked eggs (shakshuka), omelette and sandwiches from the shelf. French toast was pretty good too if you are a sweet tooth, too sweet for my liking. Pulled pork egg Benedict was not bad too. Good coffee!

Spicy pork chilli wontons are the star here. Got them for a quick lunch. Flavour is spot on, not too heavy. Cocktails look good but didn&#39;t have time. Solid choice when you need something fast and tasty.

The prawn wontons were pretty good, fresh and tasty. The egg noodles in the soup were cooked just right, too.

Stopped by for a coffee and ended up staying for lunch. Got the Caesar salad &ndash; it was fresh and the dressing was spot on. Nice spot to get some work done.

The Mushroom Benny with truffle oil was lovely. The eggs were poached just right, and the portion was very generous. I really appreciated how comfortable the booth seating was.

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