TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in Abbotsford - Updated November 2024

Lentil As Anything Abbotsford

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"Lentil was always high on my list for catering. I love their food and I love what they do, but my only real experience with them had been from their..."

Jonathan Christopher MacMillan

"It's a place where atmosphere and tasty food come together and create a gastronomic symphony of epic proportions. Go down any day or night and a..."

Joshua Lavery

"Absolutely AMAZING food! Just do the place justice and pay decent if you can - this place is doing incredible things and don't need ppl..."

Elle Wylde

"Best place on Earth! Food is Amazing, people are pure souls, place itself is a paradise. Big community and family. I truly miss the time spent..."

Eleonora Elle Arienti

"Sri Lankan night is my new favourite thing EVER. The mains were all absolutely incredible . Cake is my favourite food group and tonight's dessert was..."

Hayley Walker

"Delicious food & love their motto of everyone has a place at the table & that you pay discreetly. Run by awesome volunteers. What a place to be apart..."

Samantha Edwards

"Absolutely amazing place and divine food. Very cosy and warm place. Could be crowded on sunny..."

Egla Didvalyte

"I finally went to lentil as anything today and was very impressed! The food (and coffee) was delicious, the staff genuinely friendly and the whole..."

Lenneke Aus

"I love coming to Lentil as Anything: for the people, the food, the generosity, the “space” to just sit and gather yourself - it is a precious..."

Tricie McGann

"Great food, great people and great atmosphere. If I might add, it’s also for a great cause too...."

Grace Thang

"This place never fails to please. The staff and atmosphere are lovely and welcoming to everyone, and the food is always excellent. Lentils does a..."

Suzie Fancourt

"Beautiful place, tasty food. One of my favourite places in Melbourne for sure! Not only for the food, but also for the environment and..."

Peter Noris

"Maafe african stew, curry plate and vanilla cake. Everything was plated wonderfully, full of flavour and really vibrant atmosphere. This place fills..."

Chewie

"Try the pancakes if you're getting breakfast. The place is beautiful and the staff is super friendly! They also donate to the bushfires and the staff..."

Aaditeya Bajaj

"I love it!! the food is very nice!!! and the atmosphere too!! went there with some friends and we spent some times there too because it’s crowded..."

Vegan McBeef

"I loved the ambiance and the concept of this place, it reeks of positivity! The food is amazing! I had their lasagna, spinach rice, quinoa and rocket..."

Appetiteblogger

"As with all the Lentils spots you can't not love it.This one has the pleasure of hosting you in the striking Abbotsford Convent which in itself..."

Alfred

"Hands down my favourite place ever!!! I absolutely love the food!!! But I love the concept! The staff are always so happy and helpful!! They will..."

Emma Louise

"Beautiful concept. The food had such a home cooked feel to it, so warm and comforting. I especially loved the little momo stand that was there the..."

Leila

"I tried this Masala Dosa with mashed potatoes and vegetable filling garnished with salad. The price of this delicious breakfast meal was in the form..."

Sameer

"People is so kind. I went there with no cash, asked to pay the next day, and i was replied yes with no hesitation. I love these people, i love food..."

Worldinkindness

"Best place ever. Best vegetarian dish - totally changed my perception of vegetarian food as I am a meat lover really and I love this place. Great..."

Mikki

"I can’t even count the number of times I have been here but every single time its been nothing short of beautiful flavourful and not to forget very..."

Manik Sethi

"was invited here by my friend a while back, and decide to write something on here. lovely place, food, people. I also love the concept of NFP..."

Sri Setiyani

"I loved the idea of a NFP restaurant being inside the Abbotsford Convent. The place is run by volunteers and there's no price on the vegetarian..."

LittleM

"I was invited to a gig at Lentil As Anything by a friend on Saturday night. I didn’t know what to expect as I wasn’t there for the food but was..."

Jolene Lim

"Absolutely Amazing - do not have a bad word to say about Lentil As Anything in Abbotsford Convent.This was my first time here and..."

Amara

"I love this concept. Vegan and vegetarian food that’s tasty, healthy and good for you. You pay by donation and the place is ran by volunteers!..."

Timinmelbourne

"Love their food and concept. Great atmosphere and you pay as you can/feel in cash or with card. The place is running by friendly volunteers.Good..."

ReemBesher

"We had Saturday breakfast here and it was surprisingly delicious I say surprisingly because generally I find vegan food is often disappointing and..."

Sim Sim

"❤️ Love the concept / Love the philosophy ! 👏 Food : ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️self-serve buffet / very yummy vegetarian food..."

MC

"Lentil As Anything is a not-for-profit vegetarian restaurant with a few locations in Melbourne. Most (if not all) of the waiters are volunteer and..."

Kendall | The NomNomNomad

"Community spirit. A variety of healthy vegetarian food to choose from. Name the price you feel the food is worth and pay for that amount. Expect a..."

Miss T.A

"I adore this place. I gotta pinch myself sometimes like damm this place really exists? Wholesome vegan food running on the honesty, gratitude and..."

Yes Girl

"I really like the concept. Pay as you feel or can.I just had a coffee. Espresso had little crema left and taste alright, nothing..."

Hithere

"Went here giving it a second chance. Before I went before all my friends were raving on how good this place was.Unfortunately for me, the..."

Camila José Reyes

"I have said this before and I will say this again- I would eat at Lentils every day of my life if I could!It is not JUST that they are a..."

Sana @ MissBurberryXO

"A must try place! Great concept and good healthy food. The buffet has a number of dishes and you can pay for how much you feel you have..."

GoMelbS

"What a wonderful not for profit vegetarian restaurant that is based on a philosophy where diners are to pay what they think the meal is worth as per..."

Vivian

"I absolutely love this place and the concept (not-for-profit/ run by volunteers)! The staff here are super friendly and the food was delicious! It..."

Amysyder

"My to-go place if I happen to be in this area! loving the concept of the eatery - bohemian style; pay-as-much-as-you-want; vegetarian/vegan option;..."

HANNAH

"visited back in 2012 and was impressed and inspired by their "pay what you want" model and their cause to support migrant community. Plus the food..."

Selma Sevkli

"Love the mains here. Second time I've been here and it's all delicious. However both times I've been the desserts are not good. Last time I had the..."

Kim

"extremely tasty food, with an awesome concept. Help others. The food was really tasty - Friday lunch buffet. Mushroom noodles were really good,..."

Nean

"Delicious flavourful vegan meals served in a buffet/all-you-can-eat/pay-what-you-want style. Loved the concept of this place (non-profit, run by..."

Angel Khong

"Found on the grounds of the Abbotsford Convent, Lentil as Anything felt almost like a place somewhere in Europe. It’s a nice place for a lazy..."

PS91

"Finally I got to check this place out. Read so much about it but never had the time or my friends refuse to check it out with me. Oh well...it's..."

Bluecat

"Established in 2000, Lentils as anything provides an exceptional and extraordinary dining experience. It is located in Abbotsford Convent; a scenic..."

Munching Pandas

"It's Inspiring to know, and more humbling to experience something this beautiful in a world that lacks faith, trust and honesty. This..."

Ozzy Kunnu

"Extremely crowded on a Sunday lunch. Although the line was out the door, it didn't take long to get to the front, to serve up your own plate of..."

Speccy

"If there is only one restaurant you visit in Melbourne, it must be Lentil as Anything in Abbotsford. Amazing vibe, great people and service plus..."

Joshua Moore

"Great vibe with radiohead music galore, extremely tasty food which was fresh and made with love.Delicious soy milk coffee, made quickly and..."

Cj81914

"Nice green machine like if kane became a spinach eating monster. Very nice food. So i guess i need 60 more characters to complete a post. 2..."

The Fatty Report

"Generally the first thing that someone will ask me if they find out I’m vegan is “do you eat at Lentil Is Anything?” Closely followed by “do..."

Veggin' Around

"A fair walk after entering the convent with no obvious signs for lentil as anything, follow the path straight ahead until you reach a sight for sore..."

Jasmine

"Really nice place and nice peoples here.Amazing idea, when i feel upset I would to came here, have delicious foods and drink, gonna to make my..."

Shanna Li

"I love lentils with all my heart. Their philosophy, food, events and overall vibe make me come back again and again. The curries are my favourite..."

Arielle Kavanagh Du Ressac

"Loved Lentil As Anything and its concept. I didn't know what to expect of the food, but it was surprisingly fantastic. Lovely indoor and outdoor..."

PlasterPillow

"Fantastic atmosphere, very friendly staff, and don't lower your expectations on account of the 'pay-as-you-feel' setup. This place is a must visit,..."

Levi Fedley

"Lentil As Anything, Food Without Borders"...people with no money can learn, work, eat, socialise and have fun in our restaurant without..."

Riri

"I love the idea behind this place and the amazing commitment from volunteers. The curry and satay salad were delish and the hot chocolate and..."

Phoodlover

"My friend introduced me to this place and I am absolutely loving it. This is the first restaurant I have come across in Melbourne that lets you pay..."

Shanmuga Prabhu

"Excellent vegan food in amazing surroundings at the heart of abbotsford. Food is mainly Indian inspired. Communal style dining and payment is via a..."

Hungry Jeweller

"Nice place i love the atmosphere. Food was really nice. Had the sheperd pie and indian curry and it was really tasty. Love the idea of sharing tables..."

Fanny Foodie

"Especially amazing for the live music as this place supports local talent . The chai tea stand also encapsulates the community vibe . Beautiful..."

Ninniku

"LOVE the concept. Have been here quite a few times now and have never disliked the food. The recent standardised menus and staff taking orders has..."

Binula

"This place is way better than a lot of paid restaurants. The food is delicious and looks amazing. Volunteer staff are so nice. Please donate to them..."

Robert Koh

"Absolutely divine! I love lentil as anything and if you haven't been here before you must go! So the concept is that you pick a plate or two from the..."

Loz Arthur

"Pay as you can afford, the best place and concept! Happy to pay a bit more for people who can't pay. Food is delicious, beautiful convent with..."

Anna DN

"Amazing food, great atmosphere and beautiful location! Love love love this place. Will definitely be back. You can pay whatever you think it's worth..."

Erin

"Delicious veggie/ vegan food, great staff. Didn't know whether to be seated at first, but was quickly told to grab any seat. Great concept and the..."

Suf

"Great vibe, great food, great concept. Run by volunteers with people from all walks of life who come here. The self-serve, buffet-style trust system..."

Teresa.active.foodie

"I am TOTALLY IN LOVE with this place. The food is amazing, the staff are great, the atmosphere is bar none and the heart of this place is beautiful...."

Emma Rose Butler

"The cozy restaurant with delicious food. Nice and energetic staff with warm service. Thank you for this wonderful place. It's worth being there many..."

CJ W

"The food here is great, atmosphere amazing, staff are super friendly and all for a good cause. They often have live music playing in the evenings..."

Charis The Vegetarian

"Delicious, filling, looks as good as it tastes, want to come back for every meal ever. Staff are friendly, decor is nice and the buffet setup is..."

Indi Farquharson

"Took my vegan-loving friend here for a weekend lunch and she absolutely loved it! The place was packed and buzzing, the coolest live music and great..."

We Nomz

"The ultimate 'feel good' vegetarian restaurant in Melbourne. Not only does this place give positive vibes, the food (especially lunch) is always..."

K-eats

"Its not the latest decor, however the food is excellent. As a vegetarian, this place offers excellent value and a lovely ambience. Will definitely..."

Hudson

"The food here is absolutely outstanding! This place holds a story where people from all backgrounds gather like a family. This place has a unique..."

Theresa Arika

"Oh my god, this food is seriously to die for! This was hands down the best vegan food I have ever had, and very up there for my favourite food in..."

Caitlin Monnery

"Not only is the food always always always so incredibly tasty, but the heart and soul of this establishment is unlike any other you'll come across...."

KEELYBLACK

"Great place with an amazing concept, run by wonderful people! We were really impressed by the quality of the food. By far, the most delicious..."

The Frugal Cats

"This place is absolutely fantastic, and a wonderful example of the "pay it forward" movement. I love that anyone can come and dine here, and pay..."

This Diner Is Anonymous

"Enough has been said about the cause and how it works! I am still trying to understand the economics behind this chain - how they are able to sustain..."

Chasingawesomeness

"Love this concept of patrons paying what they can afford and what they think the food is worth. The place is staffed by friendly volunteers serving a..."

J0yy173

"One of my favorite please in Melbourne. Healthy & tasty food, nice people / staffs, good music and atmosphere, and most importantly great concept -..."

Sungwon Yang

"Great place for weekend lunch although line can get long and food is often cold besides that the food is tasty and always have a good variety of..."

Peter

"Lentils as anything is one of its kind. I have been here a few times and every time I was so amazed by its dining experience. I went there for both..."

Full Time Wholesomeness

"My favourite branch of the Lentil as Anything concept is in the very idyllic location of the sunny Abbotsford Convent. This is eating with a social..."

Donutsam

"Well wasn't I pleasantly suprised when I ate here for the first time. I had the breakfast pancake thing (can't remember what it was called) with..."

Muester

"Wow ! This place is one of a kind . The food - Amazing . Great vibes !! Not very spacious though and due to its public service and voluntary payment,..."

RanJith Ramakrishnan

"Probably my favourite place here at Melbourne. The food it's really good, normally with Indian flavours. The place it's just incredible, the convent..."

Javier Aznar Peláez

"I tried the breakfast dosa and loved it so much that I went back the very next week and ordered it again! Love the ambience and the attitude of the..."

Yumyummo

"Been here 5+ times now and the food has been outstanding every time. Although you'll find many ingredients repeated through the dishes, the range of..."

Jordan Meachen

"Meals was tasty, it's good good to walk around the farm and have a look at what's going on, donkey looked a bit sad though, staff/volunteers were..."

World Eats Food

"I'm really impressed with the quality of the food at this place. I've been passing the door for the last years and never came here for lunch and I..."

Predator

"Love this place so much! Different menus and specials, amazing community vibes. Lifts my spirit every time I come here. There are always events and..."

Sara Rahoo

"I live close by and I'm vegan and this restaurant is absolutely perfect. The food is nutritious and delicious and I eat here as often as I can. And..."

Rita Cauchi

"Full marks! A place with variety, delicious home style food, lovely staff and with a mission to feed people a good meal and nothing else! The aura..."

Veginspo

"Have been here a few times now. It's nice when there is live music.Sometimes there is buffet and sometimes it's a la carte (but with limited..."

I. D.

"These falafels were easily the BEST falafels I have ever eaten. The curry was also great and everything can be great cake as they have an honor pay..."

Spirited Stardust

"Favourite place to eat in Melbourne. Food is so so so good and all the staff are so friendly. Better quality and taste than all the other vegetarian..."

Ellie Ann

"Been coming here for weekend brunches a couple of times. I'm not a vegetarian but their food is simply amazing and tasteful. Not many choices on the..."

Elfirda Esti

"Lentils as anything is like you're eating dinner at home with the family. A beautiful little community based place located in Abbotsford, with only..."

Jules

"Not impressed with Lentil As Anything at Footscray. The $$ collection, clearly, is not going into the cooking or purchase of..."

Sriguru Datta

"We came to try out this place just to see whats it all about. This is the first time I have tried a vegetarian meal, overall it was a free buffet, we..."

Foodie Guy

"Hard to fault a place that's all about everyone contributing a small share in whatever way to help out the wider community. The communal tables,..."

Chubbylover86

"This place has had quite a turbulent time lately, I genuinely hope this original Lentils stays here.The basic ideology of human compassion and..."

MSY123

"'Pay what you feel'.Do you accept emptiness?facebook dot com /..."

The Urban Nihilist

"Lentil's may well be the best place in the world. I eat here more often than I eat at home!The vibe is so welcoming and the music is..."

Brylee

"I had a great experience at Lentil As Anything. The food was delicious and I love the concept. It can get quite busy but there's plenty of seats and..."

Tangertalks

"28 Jan 2016Came to Lentil as anything for the first time today and absolutely loved it. I love the concept of the place, how it's built on..."

Hilda Lee

"Been wanting to come to this place since ages ago but i finally got the chance last sunday. It was an awesome experience. I am not a vegetarian but i..."

Melia Sanibar

"What can I say, Lentils never disappoints. Consistently good vegan/ vegetarian food. You never quite known what you're going to get (buffet style,..."

Fez The Foodie

"I came here for breakfast with two friends a couple of weeks ago. The food was fantastic. I loved every bit of my sri lanka dosa - the flavour was..."

Gwendolyn Tan

"Great food and all for a good cause too! The Thai baked potatoes were fantastic. Well done to all involved, a tough ship always running like..."

Mark Gregory

"We came at a busy time Tuesday night with the line up outside getting longer and longer. The wait time actually isn't much more than 5-10 minutes...."

T.Ly

"My favourite place to eat in the whole world!!! Meals are always fresh and super tasty. The atmosphere makes you feel like you're having a meal at..."

Nikki.obrien1992

"When I first tried this place I was def skeptical but found it to be very tasty and a fun experience. The staff was great too. I hope that they stay..."

Ashleigh Dougherty

"This very popular eating place is very appealing for vegetarians/vegans and healthy eaters from all walks of life. Self service from a variety of..."

Helen

"I ❤️ LAA! I've taken friends from all over Australia and the world here and every time they (and I) am impressed and pleasantly surprised. The..."

FatGuy In A SkinnyGuy's Body

"I love Lentil as Anything. The Abbotsford Convent restaurant has the added bonus of being set in a beautiful surrounding, but the food is the real..."

Ang Khocolateman

"Want some warm, fuzzy feels? Look no further, my friend! A completely volunteer run initiative that does healthy Sri-Lankan eat-as-you-like..."

Nithya Nagarajan

"My new favourite obsession! Lentil is probably the most humble and welcoming place I've been to. All vegan dishes, and so delicious! Donation for the..."

Vanya Milinović

"Kudos for the great idea of helping and sharing! The atmosphere is amazing, but understanding the cost of preparing food, don't expect a gourmet..."

Tia

"Love this place...........Great food.......lot of variety. Cool people...... Friendly atmosphere...........best vego place in Melbourne... :)..."

Niv

"Amazing place. I think it is one of the most beautiful places in Melbourne. So much love and delicious food. I'm pretty sure everyone..."

Jihyun Lee

"Always a pleasant dining experience here. If all veggie dishes were this good, i wouldnt mind becoming vegetarian at all! Great concept..."

Ria Fernandez

"This is a great feel good restaurant which might feel like a student restaurant but is actually well designed and serves up a range of tasty and..."

P Jeetun

"Great Vegetarian food with available options for Vegans and Gluten Free. One of the only places where everyone is welcome in, even those who can't..."

Jacopo Pennisi

"Lovely staff and very friendly crowd, a very unique dining experience. The menu changes often, I had some middle-eastern style curries, vegetable..."

Lee Yin Ling

"Great concept. Dishes on offer change all the time. Self serve style. Good opportunity to try a little of everything. Seating is mainly outside...."

Rhiannon Beck

"Excellent, friendly service. Interesting, quirky surroundings - I will definitely come back to this restaurant. Tasty & healthy vegetarian dishes..."

Tanya Michelle

"Will convert hard-core meat-eaters to vegetarians.Set in an old convent building in a beautiful parkland estate, the food is served as an..."

Tiddalik

"The food here is consistently very good. When I first started going here, I thought that I wouldn't like vegetarian food too much. However I've since..."

ItsTrueFatKidsLoveFood

"I came here for the first time in YEARS as I used to be a regular when I was in high school. I love the restaurant & everything it stands for & the..."

Sashimilove

"Great honesty service, perfect for all ages and social backgrounds. The daily variety of dishes is fantastic and the warm welcoming environment is..."

N Travv

"One of the yummiest breakfasts I've ever had. Lovely friendly staff. Beautiful location. Seriously, what more could you want? Anyone writing a bad..."

FoodWhore

"This restaurant quickly became a benchmark using which I started to rate other places. A heaven for vegetarians and vegans. A must visit for everyone..."

Vaishnav SR

"One of the best restaurant ever. A must visit. Even if you're a hardcore meat eater, you will love this place for not only the food but also the..."

Raditya Fadilla

"The Best Vegetarian Restaurant in MelbourneThere is so much to chose from, every day and night something different! The owner is amazing..."

Hilary

"Lentils As Anything has a few locations around Melbourne, although I have only frequented the Abbotsford Convent location. Breakfast is served a la..."

Satiated

"Again I am sorry for the lack of posts, had exams and am currently in Sydney being kept busy with family, friends and the Easter break. This post is..."

Natasha Juchkov (Culinary Runway)

"Lentil As Anything has been on my Melbourne to-do list for months . Why have I not been until now? Because it's on the other side of town, and it's a..."

Vivi S

"Normally Lentils is a buffet/all you can eat, and you can help yourself - I read.Though tonight it's a set menu with options for..."

Charlie Daniels (Curious Charlie)

"Lentil As Anything speaks of food, culture and community. The website says “Lentil As Anything is a unique not for profit organisation. At our core..."

The World Loves Melbourne

"Love the concept + Great Vego food!. Hosted an annual dinner here a few years ago & have been back a few times since. Amazing concept of..."

Melbournianfoodie

"What a find!. Always a queue outside this joint....I have always wondered why. So I ventured in the other day. I didn't like the fact that I had to..."

The Tastebud

"Excellent!. They could definitely open an upmarket restaurant but that would go against the ideals. The food and concept is excellent. Definitely..."

Andreboisvert1985

"Really enjoyed the food & the place. Awesome vegetarian food, not the mock meat type but just beautiful homely kind of dishes. The place is lovely as..."

Sunflower

"Nice Service Nice Food So Happy. All good..."

Rawnetcom

"One of my faves.... Been here more times than I can remember. Always great food, great service and a great..."

Dean Maher

"18/10/2015This is one of the best vegetarian/vegan ‘restaurants’ in Melbourne. Every time I come here, the dishes are all different...."

Chatnoirmiaow

"Great vegetarian food , very friendly staff . A very crowded place, but worth giving it a..."

Abhijit

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Chma

"Wonderful wonderful wonderful........ Love the food, love the concept, love the crowd, always pay more than necessary to support the concept. If you..."

StumpyF

"Festivus - very happy Go.... Festivus - very happy Good food and for a good cause.Spiced beans with corn fritta..."

Deanricho_1999

"Interesting Idea. Such a nice concept. Food was pretty good, but not special. Staff extremely nice and helpful. Quarters a bit tight. Would recommend..."

Traveling Diner

"Lovely. I've been a few times before to Lentils and found that the food wasn't great because it was dry or sitting in the bain marie for too long and..."

Pancakes

"Good food!. Love the buffet u guys doing everydAY for lunch! thumbs up..."

Emmafox41

"Fresh and yummy. They always have fresh salads and curries, really delicious. I miss the juicy fake meat curry and the cashew and pea curry was..."

Phoebe

"Amazing energy.. One of my favourite places to go for a meal.They have such amazing vegan options and the entire place just has the best..."

Erin.fringe

"Great initiative!. I have only been here once after my partner and I stumbled upon it accidently.Once we understood how dinner service worked,..."

Forknknife

"Great Idea. Excellent concept and friendly staff. The world needs more places like..."

Food In My Tummy

"This place and all others like it encompass beautiful values and moral, what a wonderful place to support. There is not nearly enough of this in..."

TwoLittle Ducks

"Always great food, and my son and I have tried most items on the menu. Please remember people, be generous with the amount you pay when you can..."

Nicholas Dircks

"It is just wonderful place! I love it..."

Tam

"One of the best vegie spots. I could say I'm a regular here and also volunteered as well because I loved the concept and the food!Breakfast..."

Orian Ibraheim

"It's food for a good cause.. It defines Melbourne and it's magnanimity. I will definitely return and get in few of my friends who would like a good..."

Peeran Billimoria

"LOVE LENTIL! Always good for a feed and I love the community..."

Hannah Conda

"You'd be very hard to please not to enjoy LAA. It's relaxed with great Veg food and you pay what it's worth or what you can afford. The concept is to..."

Iceman

"I love this place, fantastic idea, great food made with love. Like the "feelgood factor" of paying for someone elses meal too.Friendly volunteer..."

Michele

"Good food, good atmosphere, usually some kind of live music. It's a happy place..."

AnythingNigella

"Ride the wave. Lentils is a Melbourne institution, there's no doubt about it.I have a lot of love for this place on its ethos alone.It is..."

Discordian Pope

"Yummy for the soul. I love coming here, not just for the food. Sometimes eating "soul food" tastes just as good. Its nice being able to sit outside..."

Samantha Daniels

"Good for everyone, really, everyone. I've been here when I've been a bit strapped for cash and I've been here when I've given a bit more. I really..."

Suzie Bentley

"Fantastic vibe. I really enjoyed eating here with my friends. the lentils were great and there was a friendly, fresh atmosphere great for kids. i do..."

Pnb

"Vego heaven!!. So yummy and such a great philosophy behind the place. If you haven't tried,..."

Brooster

"Melbourne's hidden gem! Great atmosphere, live music, friendly people and amazing food every..."

Marc Roberts

"My wife is a chef and doesnt like lots of restaurants, but Lentil as Anything is now a favorite.... great vegetarian food... *****..."

Chris Power

"Contemplating vegetarianism. Could make any meat eater contemplate becoming a vegetarian with food like this place serves. Very..."

Michael

"Love love this place. Great buffet vegetarian and vegan meal and then off to pat the various animals in the paddocks! I love Lentil as..."

Blah Blah

"I like coming to Abbotsford Convent, the beautiful gardens are perfect for a picnic, the Collingwood children's farm or a walk down the Yarra trail..."

Lola Nikitina

"A truly unique Melbourne experience. It took a smart person to come up with this concept - they knew what people wanted and where they wanted it. Not..."

Greg

"Give it Try & Support Your Community. Love the concept and food was lovely. Would have liked the curry to be a bit more spicy but it' still..."

Julie T

"This is the perfect Sunday afternoon. I love it. The concept of donate what you think it's worth is great and this place really works. The food is..."

Kevin

"Such a great idea! Nice flavours, lovely location, sitting in the park is so enjoyable now summer has finally come. Smily people, good vibes! Keep it..."

CJ

"Awesome. I love the atomsphere in this place. It has a great..."

Shane

"Lentil As Anything in Abbotsford is in such a charming location with beautiful gardens and the old convent buildings, the ambiance is well worth your..."

MrsBombastic

"Remember where you are!. There needs to be more places like - it saddens me that some customers are complaining about service not being 100%.Try not..."

Kate

"Lentil As Anything, located in the Collingwood Convent, is in my opinion the best of the Lentil As Anything restaurants in Melbourne. The fact that..."

Pix

"Fantastic. Great selection of food, good for babe watching, pay as you feel, and it makes you feel..."

Jake Malkuth

"Wat a beautiful place to be...best most chilled out vibes..food was above par considering the pay as ya feel system...def going..."

Charlie

"Unique. Tasty. Generous. So we should return them the favour!..."

Ramieleatsshootsandleaves

"Long live the lentil. Why haven't I been here before? Great spot, perfect setting for a lazy Sunday Arvo. Ate ourselves silly on the vegetarian..."

Pousie

"Nice!. Have heard of lentil and their amazing concept from a few fellow punters - but this was the first time i visited last night. Ive always been a..."

Vanajakshi Tharammal

"For me, this place embodies the Collingwood community spirit. It's about looking after people, helping out, feeding people who woul not otherwise be..."

Michael

"Quality food, tastier than I thought possible. I've been there twice, and though its crowded sometimes, the food is well worth it. Not all locations..."

Virginia Lee

"A second home. There's really nothing bad that can be said about Lentil as Anything... amazing food, great concept, lovely communal atmosphere. One..."

MelbourneEater87

"Great food and..."

Akash Jattan

"Absolutely Fantastic !. Great concept.. beautiful environment .. good honest healthy veg food buffet style, great service ( coffee/tea orders at your..."

Gurns

"Fantastic feel good restaurant set in the magical surroundings of the Abbotsford Convent. You pay what you like. BYO. Great initiative giving..."

Soda

"Dinner with a view.. ;). Things to LOVE: -buffet of seriously flavoursome vego food-BYO (2 bottles of red)-great scenery (aka we perve..."

Diminutives

"Never a let down. The beautiful surroundings of the Abbotsford Convent is not the only thing Lentil As Anything has got going for..."

GidgetShare

"A silver donation. We stumbled onto this delightful and piquant place a few weeks ago and we were plesantly surprised by the quality of the food ($2..."

Mr Foodie

"A little bit of chaos. I've had mixed experiences here, but never left hungry.Sometimes the food would be cold, sometimes they changed where..."

No_games

"Good Veg feed. Enjoyed eating here on Friday night where buffet was on offer. Selections included garden salad, beetroot salad, pasta, potatoes,..."

Simon

"Great food. Good staff, clean and this has a brilliant atmosphere. A very honest experience, that requires your..."

Paul Richards

"Always leave with a smile. I've never had a bad batch of food at Lentil. The atmosphere is great (even though it can be a little cramped at times)..."

Ashilleong

"I love lentil! The convent is such a great location; chilled out country vibe and lots to do- the farm and markets are always on... There is often..."

Natural Selection

"Lentil As Anything is another Melbourne gem. Pass the word around, this place has great food with a unique dining experience. The menu changes..."

Rport

"Cozy restaurant in the heart of Abbotsford Convent with a relaxed atmosphere set among greenery. Staff is friendly, efficient and helpful in..."

Veronica Ong

"Delicious and flavourful vegan food. Sadly from what i heard, it was the last day they are operating at my last visit. You'd be lucky to get a chance..."

Sayed “Mister Mudhaffar” Mudhaffar

"We had our wedding at Lentil and all I can say is I couldn't ask for more... The staff went out of their way to spruce up the place and serve our..."

Viola Mae Ozoa

"Lentil As Anything is a company which endeavours to provide a set menu each day of the week and allow customers to pay what they are able to or what..."

Ruby K

"Located in an abbey/convent. Went here on a friend's recommendation. Lunch buffet had 2 types of salad, curry and tofu bake. Desert banana cake in..."

Natalie Ng

"This place has everything you need to spend a nice weekend there. Horses and ponies, pheasants, country side tracks, river side tracks, bushes and..."

I like to move it!

"This is a restaurant everyone must come to at some point in their life. Extremely tasty food served by volunteers in an amazing venue within the..."

Kevin Nguyen

Au79

88/100 (2718 ratings)

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Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegan Options

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Vegetarian Friendly

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Lunch

Brunch

Breakfast

Soba Noodle Salade

Waffles

Korean Veggie Benedict

Waffles & Crepes

Kale and Corn Fritters

Croquettes

Au Breakfast Plate with Real Hash Browns

Cakes

Burger

Café latte

matcha latte

Filter Coffee

Wagyu Beef Burger

Calamari Salad

Mango Waffle

Chilli Scrambled Eggs

Truffled Croque Madame

Croque Monsieur

Vegetarian Big Breakfast

Confit Duck Salad

Prawn Benedict

Seafood Linguine with Seafood Bisque Scallops Clams Mussel Prawns Cherry Tomatoes Zucchini and Basil

Mediterranean Avocado on Toast

Hazelnut Belgian Waffles

Toasts

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"Love this place!! So beautiful on the inside, full of plants and greenery, such an awesome vibe!! And best of all, the yummiest..."

Ashley Barbieri

"We arrived at AU79 this morning without a booking and being Fathers Day you can imagine how busy it was! We were told it would be around a 20min..."

Claudia Crossett

"From the smile at the front door (thank you Robin) � to the very attentive/professional waitstaff, to the amazing interior/menu Au_79 certainly is..."

Carol Sheldon

"Best gem in Richmond!! We absolutely love love love this place the style / food and coffee is faultless. Laurence and the entire staff are beyond..."

Anastasia Stathakis

"Gorgeous trendy cafe. Food was fresh and staff were friendly. Highly recommend..."

MariaLuisa Silvestri

"What an amazing eatery. Great service and yummy food, we especially loved the atmosphere and the outlook, all the beautiful greenery. Definitely..."

Sheryl Keating

"Today my three daughters and myself enjoyed A superb breakfast. Nothing to fault Scenery was perfect. Staff friendly .food sensational! Will be..."

Eve Jay

"The corn fritters came out looking rather oily, but the combination of it was the salsa definitely lightened the dish. It was super soft, almost..."

W

"Another exceptional brunch cafe in Melbourne! Absolutely huge interior with tables in the front and back. Excellent service. They make their own..."

Sally Phillips

"I love going to AU79. Staff's friendly and beautiful decor. Although I regularly have been to AU79, I tried the Seafood Stew for the first time and..."

Inner Suburbist

"🌿SERVICE🌿Definitely an insta worthy cafe that lives up to its hype! The interior is gorgeously done up, the abundance of natural..."

Ariel Wu

"Absolutely gorgeous cafe- such a great vibe and really attentive staff. Food was excellent! Great pricing and large portions. Huge range of gluten..."

Erin Bennett

"unlike the other brunch places that only offers pretty food, this one is actually yummy. the mushroom one is the star!! def a must try!..."

Sheila Monalisa

"Basketballfreak came to Melbourne to eat and he wants to go to Au79, which has been on my list forever. We sat down in one of the spacious couch..."

Piggyeatalot

"I visited Au79 in the context of an event. The venue is located at Abbotsford and not only is the entrance an indicator of the beautiful..."

Ines Fernandes

"Another awesome cafe hidden away in Abbotsford. Came here a few times and am always impressed with the food and coffee! Had a burger last week and it..."

Hamish_88

"It’s a lovely cafe, full with plants. I love that! The food, the environment, all my favourite!..."

Emma Sun

"Staff were polite, extremely beautiful set up. Food was good had the kale and corn fritters, it’s a must try. a little on the pricy side and..."

Taste'n'rate

"Au79 is to die for! The whole aesthetic of the place is gorgeous! Plants, plants and even MORE PLANTS! I’m in plant heaven! As for the food, there..."

Thewkndfeed

"Visited this place with my colleagues. I cannot fault the food here. Everything here is really good. This would be my regular spot if it was nearer..."

HungrySquirrel

"A great cafe for breakfast or lunch (or of course the all important brunch)! It’s a large space with a great menu. The staff were friendly and..."

Cmzajicek

"Lunching at Au79, located in the urban jungle around the corner from Victoria st Richmond with the 109 bh tram. Warehousey this used to be a garage..."

Charlie Daniels (Curious Charlie)

"Amazing place and delicious food! Did take awhile to arrive to our table but the decor helps the minutes pass by. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Bring the gal..."

Wearekimleaf

"Melbournes largest cafe. These guys are big. Sporting a coffee Roaster, bakery and large-dedicated function area. Riddled with plants, which always..."

PositivelyDelicioUs

"Waiter was a bit of a lostie and mixed up our drinks order. But other than that the food was delicious, small portions but still good. The sourdough..."

Ann T

"3.5/5! ⭐️⭐️⭐️1. Their booking system is really convenient. Went for brunch with a group of 10 ppl easily.2. Good..."

Oodreiilittlepotato

"Came here for my birthday and the style of the place was amazing and very aesthetic ☺️ Love how they use metal straws for drinks. The food was..."

Angelica

"This stunning pork belly is a must have off the specials list at AU79 Cafe. Drop in and have a brunch on the weekends or just breakfast on weekdays...."

Foood4Dayzzz

"Short guy, probably a manager, was doing unnecessary sprints up and down the floor when there was probably about 10pax in the venue. He checked us..."

N

"Not my favourite. The environment is pretty nice and the girls there are very helpful which I really appreciate except we’d been waiting for more..."

Wendytong628

"After visiting Au79, I can comfortably proclaim it as the gold standard for a cafe. While not every business can emulate its spacious interior..."

Decent Feed

"🌟🌟 4.5 STARS 🌟 🌟What a beautiful, green, fresh and dazzling environment.I loved walking to my table through hanging..."

KITCHFIT

"Came here for brunch and the place looked amazing. From the outside it looks like a small cafe but once your inside. Wow...the staff were friendly..."

Kwan Chan

"Au79 is our local cafe, we've been here twice and would be back again! Great for big group bookings as the place is HUGE! A real fan of the interior..."

Eat X Wander

"Been to this cafe twice and still love to go back. The cafe ambience is so relaxing. They have great coffee and good food. We really like the waffle,..."

Eat_today_diet_tomorrow

"Lovely interior with high roofs and plants placed everywhere around the cafe giving it a nice, relaxing vibe. It seemed to be quite a large space but..."

Yuki Does Brunch

"The atmosphere here is really lovely with the plants everywhere. All the meals were great but i felt like they were missing an element like a piece..."

Kit Cat

"Came here on a weekday morning and very happy with everything. There is big indoor so we can choose where to seat, no long waiting time to Q. The..."

Chang Chang

"I LOVED the layout of this cafe. It is BRIGHT and it is VIBRANT. A very very cool space. Somewhere I could easily bring a laptop and just crack on..."

Amy Flood

"Came here at 230pm for coffee and to do some reading. Good ambience and service here. The venue is amazing - perfect for gatherings, baby showers,..."

Joanne | Melbournecitay

"Au79 had been on my radar for a while but never quite made it there but was excited to know that a networking event I was invited to was held there...."

The Wandering Reviewer

"My partner and I actually had our wedding reception here last week, the food was flawless, the service impeccable and the atmosphere..."

Tung Nguyen

"Many customers on Saturday the place is big. The food portion is large as well and taste quite good. Service is fast and friendly. Interior design is..."

Jocelyn

"Finally made it down to Au79 after following them on IG for such a long time. Hands down favourite cafe fit out Melbourne in our humble opinion, so..."

Halal Food Melbourne

"A friend told me to try this place out and have meaning to do so which finally did. Totally understand why he enjoyed this place.Standing from..."

Littlefoodiekiki

"Au79 is a slick operation that operates like a well-oiled machine. We loved the stunning fit out which boasts a light, bright ambience with plenty of..."

Gastrology

"This place is very nice and cozy. Fit to hang out with your girls and stuff. Really love the ambience they made. The food also nice and great. The..."

Paravans Valdez

"awesome place with great food and coffee. love the astmostphere and the design of the shop. the waiting time could be long but it worth the..."

Radi John

"Absolutely in love with this place, you must able to find something your like. A huge space with green garden interior, feeling so rejuvenated dining..."

HildaLuv2Eat

"As good as gold they say… Au79 has been an instagrammable place for all our brunch lovers. It’s has a very pretty setting of indoor plants and..."

Tracey @ NoWongFood

"Such a lovely fit out for a cafe, you are surrounded by beautiful greenery. The space is quite large. Both the food and coffee are quite nice with..."

Lynne.mca84

"Love the coffee and indoor greeneries decoration. Staff was really friendly . We’re here for our coffee break before watching aquaman movie..."

Date With Beneva

"An excellent cafe - very large with loads of tables, and an indoor nursery. You can buy plants and other items here! The food we tried was really..."

Unravelled

"Could not fault this cafe! Amazing food, coffee and service. Thank you for such a wonderful experience. The new summer menu is worth a try!..."

Sarah

"Impeccable service - Great Food - Warm, Welcoming Atmosphere. Will be returning here again. With the already aesthetic nature of Abbotsford,..."

Juliet Gourley

"Beautiful fit out. Well put together menu with excellent quality food. Great coffee. Service sometimes frantic but still good..."

Lola Loo La

"Such great service, everyone is so lovely and happy which really brightens up the place. The theme and design is also very aesthetic which I love!..."

Christine Le

"My partner and I recently hosted a pre-wedding brunch for 20 of our family members at Au79 and it was simply perfect. The food was incredible and the..."

Lucinda Hayes

"Loved loved this place. It was so beautiful and th greenery was gorgeous. I really enjoyed sitting her with my family and having brunch.They..."

Hungrygypo

"Rated 3.5 but rounded to 4 for the purposes of Zomato.Finally bit the bullet and went to AU79 in the face of its legendary lines. The days..."

Hangry Dreamer

"This place is more unique than it looks outside! The interior has a plant theme and has it well decorated around the place. The cafe is huge and the..."

Some Bunee Loves Food

"Tried the beef brisket benedict, the beef brisket was super salty it was not enjoyable to eat anymore. But good thing the ambience was really nice...."

GrATEful

"This large warehouse offers brunch with a beautiful array of greenery, terraniums and a nice blend of black and gold decorations. With lots of cooks..."

TweeVy Ngo

"Finally came to try out this busy eatery and I must say the food was spot on.The atmophere,ambience and space was very welcoming.Service..."

Peony

"AU79 at Abbotsford. I should give a 4.5 but it is definitely not a 5 to me. Unfortunately Zomato turn off the half point. Only one reason food was..."

Steven Gu

"This restaurant seats a LOT of people, it's very spacious although it can get a bit too warm during summer if you're seated in an area where the sun..."

Hungry Big Potato Bear

"Absolutely gorgeous cafe, extremely spacious (don’t let the exterior deceive you) with pretty pink tables and lots of greenery. They also serve up..."

Kris L

"After being told there would be a 25 minute wait we were finally seated after 45 minutes. Very busy cafe with great customer service, food was out..."

Kcfoodieee

"Pretty impressed with this place! First of all, they’ve nailed the aesthetics (I love nature), and waiting staff are very efficient. Food..."

Jo Yang

"Such a great venue! So light and spacious and beautifully decorated. Nice clean lines with soft hues and pretty flowers as decorations throughout...."

Clare

"Came here on one Sunday brunch with some friends... it was busy and we had to que about 20 minutes. The decoration is very nice, leafy with so many..."

Yulz

"Great vibes and decent food. We love the light filled and spacious high ceiling space. The waffle dish is sensational and the benny dish is creative..."

Stella

"4.2Classy well run place that I’ve been keen to visit for ages. I wasn’t quite ready for how spacious it is. It’s a huge place that..."

Two Sheds

"I go to this cafe when I canI did visit recently with a friend from Geelong The coffee and food is beautiful I managed to fit in a..."

Reba Finn

"Very beautiful and spacious cafe. I would come again for the ambience. The food was a bit hit-and-miss however, and so was the service. The banana..."

An Antelope

"Great coffee, beautiful greenery, colourful dishes and really genuine service. We came here on a Monday a while back. I ate their big breakfast which..."

Tasting Notes Melbourne

"The PB & J french toast has to be one of the best things I’ve eaten this year. Would happily eat the peanut butter & jelly stuffed brioche toast on..."

Dimsumforone

"Yesterday I was at a function for lunch. The food and atmosphere was amazing. The staff was very friendly. The salmon I had for main was..."

Sandra Raphael

"Au79 is a little gem hidden on a laneway on Nicholson Street in Richmond. We have visited several times since our first and would love to share our..."

Win - FSC

"I am just feel like walking in a beautiful rain forest garden when I stepped in the cafe. The environment makes me feel exciting. Every view is a..."

Gourmet Explorer

"This cafe/bakery/coffee roaster in Abbotsford has one of my favourite interiors - it’s a big space with a high ceiling and best of all, there are..."

Vanessa

"* You might be located in the Herion capital of Victoria but you changed my perspective of Abbotsford in such a good way. * Such a stunning cafe..."

MsConnoisseur

"I really enjoyed my breakfast here and love the look of this cafe. I usually come here weekly for a coffee as it’s always packed for breakfast. My..."

Jessica Brisbane Foodie

"Beautiful and spacious environment, a number of spaces to be seated - very good for groups..Wait staff were very friendly and we were greeted..."

Kerli Kerli Kerli

"Aesthetic brunch spot with innovative menu.Ambience: The place is pretty big, with quite lots of seats. They're not crampy which is good..."

ＪＯＥＬＬＥ

"A beautiful cafe, great food but a few issues.We were seated at the back, there was a strong smell of fish and we were told there was..."

Joshua Saddick

"I haven’t had the pleasure of dining in at Au79, however I have purchased some takeaway sweet treats and absolutely loved them. I love peanut..."

Nicole

"Very cool restaurant, the design is unlike anything I've seen and that is quite unusual in Melbourne these days! Everywhere you look, there's..."

Eatandbooze

"Would I return? Willingly! It all happens here at Au79 - coffee roasting, bread baking, patisserie, chocolatier, café and function space...."

Pareto Diet

"Beautifully decorated with greenery. Feels calming and relaxing.Corn fritter: good combination and choice of pairing. Bacon was a little bit..."

Sweet.connoisseur

"I’d been wanting to try Au79 for a while on the recommendation of many people and it certainly didn’t disappoint. We went on a weekday for brunch..."

Steph Giles

"4.5 out of 5Well-deserved ratings! Au79 is just a beautiful place, with beautiful service, genuinely friendly staff, amazing..."

Lulu T. Legrand

"I have to say Au 79 delivers fantastic customer service. Staffs are friendly and make you feel like you're the dearest customer. We're there for..."

Anh Le

"Absolutely love this place. Been here a few times now, and these guys know how to serve. Never had to wait for more than 10min for a table no matter..."

Brunching

"My friends and I have been eager to visit Au79 for months, and finally got to visit the unique café for brunch. Au79 exceeds expectations in all..."

Carmen Lim

"This cafe has so much to offer in terms of food. Huge menu with tasty, generous,well presented dishes. Service is often efficient and baby friendly..."

A Choong

"Finding a place to have brunch in Melbourne can be very challenging.. since there are wayyy too many spots. Me and my friend came here on Saturday at..."

Bie

"Definitely a must visit when in Melbourne! Au79 is more than a cafe, they sell their own bread made inhouse, you can rent it out for functions, they..."

Split The Bill

"The interior design of this place is one of the best I've ever seen. I cannot fault with it at all- it's absolutely amazing! The greenery and cute..."

Joanne Liu

"An adorable cafe in Abbotsford that really captivates! I was lucky to visit on a weekday and around middday, so there were no worries with waiting..."

John Tran

"Was a bit confused after reading reviews from Zomato about this place because the items didn't appear on menu as expected. Ended up going with the..."

The Food Book

"Never have we had a bad meal or service at au79. Today was no different starting with the attention at the front door to our super friendly/attentive..."

Carol Sheldon

"So yesterday was the second time we visited Au79. Busy as expected, but I cannot fault their hospitality. Considering how busy they get, the..."

Einas

"Maybe what I ordered wasn’t that great, but I was really expecting proper corn fritters that were pan sized flat not in balls. burger was amazing,..."

Melbourneats

"One of Melbourne’s most iconic cafes, known for its huge venue and stunning interior. From the outside, it doesn’t look like much, but as you..."

Stelly

"Au79 - one of my go-to brunch spots! Am usually a brunch-place hopper but this place has a special charm that would lure me back again and again! I..."

HANNAH

"Note that thefo0die.com rating is a 4.5 but in Zomato's rating system, it is closer to a 4. Fo0die dined as a guest..."

The Fo0die

"This place was on my list for a long time. I finally got there and it lived up to my expectations. 1. You can book2. Host was lovely3...."

BMac

"Au79 is a really nice, open and spacious cafe! There was a small line at the door when we arrived, but we got seated pretty quickly.We..."

Jiji

"Heard this cafe very popular. Finally tried this one today. Very beautiful venue. Full of green plants. The food are really nice and tasty. Service..."

James Wang

"Waited for half an hour to be seated and another 30 mins to be served.It seems that the food was forgotten sadly. However it is nice to get the..."

Stefani Shi

"This cafe is massive! It's designed with a contemporary, minimalist fit out and lots of indoor plants. The coffee is great, as expected. Beans are..."

Quince And Cheese

"It is a super lively and unique place to eat. We got the waffle, which was done really well and had an excellent crispy bottom. It came with..."

Liang Xue

"The name, a combination of the symbol and atomic number for gold, gives a hint about the ambition shown here, there is an in-house coffee..."

Sylvia Da Silva

"Always wanted to try this place, finally managed to drop by to get a takeaway. The coffee was nice and hot for the winter weather with fruity and..."

Foodiee

"A really great cafe! This place has one of my favourite interiors in Melbourne. Massive, bright, open, airy and full of greenery. The miso..."

KnowingMelbourne

"Came here for brunch with a friend and the atmosphere is very nice and love the high ceilings. My friend ordered the scrambled eggs and I had the..."

Alijargalb

"So goooood I love it. The waffles are really good, very crispy. The meringue is so airy! The sorbet is really nice- a bit too sweet but still really..."

Cindy Tandiono

"Coffee is really good, visit just for this!!!!! Cafe is great design and perfect insta shots Have eaten a few times and enjoyed the food..."

Bites Of Melbourne

"We visited here for an early morning breakfast and were fairly happy.Staff were very warm and welcoming on arrival.We sat in the..."

Darion

"4.5 I came here on a busy Saturday for the first time and was in awe at how large and beautiful the venue was . We tried 4..."

Vivian

"Probably the most beautiful place to eat in Melbourne. It has such an atmosphere. We eat here most weekends, and the food is usually good - because..."

Emily Lawrence

"psst fun factchemical name for gold is aurum and the number is 79surprised? me tooFor those of you who haven't tried this cafe..."

Munching Pandas

"At first glance the interior space was super cool and spacious! The staff were lovely and welcoming. The menu offered too many interesting options to..."

Manishka’s Foodie Diary

"Ambience: 4.5/5Food: 4/5Staff: 4/5Will I return: Yes Visited Au79 for a late Sunday lunch. It wasn’t too crowded so was..."

AllyBelly

"Really love the space, the atmosphere and the food. We had to wait for about 10 minutes and it was worth it. I had the waffle which was crispy on the..."

Taniacandido

"I don’t know how long I have been craving to try Au79 since their launch. First impression was the excellent interior, well designed and brings a..."

Taeyeon's Hamster

"This cafe is just amazing, it has wow factor! They bake their own breads, roast their own beans and make their own pastas! The dishes are great sizes..."

The_littlehungrylife

"It is an absolute sin that I have not made it to Au79 until being invited along to a bloggers table to try their new menu out. Judging by the crowds..."

Espy Eats

"Definitely worth 5 stars for this brunch. The lamp rump was amazing. The lamb was well cooked and served with small potatoes and avocado sauce I..."

Gabrielle

"UPDATE I was delighted to be invited to Au79 to check out their new menu with a group of other foodies. Having visited when it first opened I knew I..."

Good Food Good Mood

"Spacious . Long queue . Worth the wait . Excellent presentation of food. Green plants everywhere. Modern interior. Friendly and efficient staff...."

Miss T.A

"I've been meaning to go to AU79 since it opened and it's lived up to the hype. I ordered the Market fish which on the day was a crispy salmon. We..."

Weilynn

"Decent portion size, menu is to die for - specials are always inventive but not over the top like some brunch restos. I love how they keep it simple..."

April

"One of my bookmarks for the places I was really looking forward to brunch at, and after realizing it's team was the same as Addict Coffee, I knew I..."

Gauri

"Love this place, so light and fresh and green with the high ceilings and plants everywhere. Food was really delicious. Fabulous almond coffee and..."

Cafe Cathy

"King Kong Cafe ...???Could this be the "B I G G E S T" cafe in Melbourne?Impressive set up, no outdoor seating area, why would..."

"JT" Jeffrie Trika

"Nice service, many vegetarian options. Macha latte was good but not standing out. Good portion meals. If coming in around 8-9am, service and meal..."

Jane Nguyen

"Having heard about how good this place was for quite some time, we decided to make a trip there for a Sunday breakfast. Their matcha latte..."

Andrea Leong

"Had a lovely brunch for a friend’s birthday here over the weekend. The athletics of this place is beautiful, it feels like you’re in a rainforest..."

Melanie (ForeverBrunching)

"Have been to AU79 multiple times and it never disappoints. Their menu has lots of interesting options and every time I kinda struggle to order..."

Eating Away Melbourne

"Visited this place for a quick breakfast on our way to work, which turned into a bit of a feast- both dishes we ordered looked great and tasted very..."

Valina Whites

"Amazing ambience inside like a mini rain forest. Back area got quite warm during midday with sunlight. Front area was cooler and more..."

VegoLover

"Visited here at a Sunday noon. Waiting time was around 15 mins, with nice bread and drinks self served. First time tried the turmeric almond latte, a..."

Jaime Eat&Fit

"Gold indeed! Feast for your eyes while you feed your belly. So impressed by how beautiful this place is, it's like an indoor garden and very..."

J0yy173

"Reviewing High TeaAfter seeing some gorgeous pics of a high tea event at Au79 last year, I was super excited to have an excuse to share the..."

Where Will We Eat

"One of the hottest spot in melbourne!so much love for their ambience, friendly staff and great place ! Good place to hangout with friends or family...."

Bite The Looks By BHA

"Such a cute interior! Ordered the Korean 'Veggie' Benedict + bacon. It was such a filling meal and they were definitely generous on the mushrooms...."

All About The Feeds

"Came here for a late lunch. The restaurant is big and perfect for big groups . Loved the atmosphere and the food! Great service ! Will be back to try..."

One.hungry.girl10

"Wonderful, attentive service and yummy food. This cafe worked great for a large group and I loved the greenery and decor. They even served us a..."

Caitlin M

"Had a good experience although it wasn’t very special. The food was fine, not too much to my liking. But I enjoyed how they designed the cafe. It..."

Catherine Widyaputri Suprapto

"Huge cafe resembling a greenhouse with lots of greenery and open spaces. Great option for large groups. Food was not bad too although it was a long..."

FoodforThought

"Au79 is a great addition to the Victoria St. food culture. The place has a very clean, open/spacious and professional presentation, and the staff are..."

Dimzib

"Will come back for:+ Cold Defence (Juice)+ Big BreakfastAu79 is a modern cafe set in bustling Richmond (Victoria St) offering an..."

The Casual Diner

"Now that the hype about this place has lulled, came here with a family group. Most impressed with the decor which is light and airy, and enough room..."

Hungryjack001

"this cafe is one of the best cafes that i have been to the people were very welcoming and helpful. i have a Cap and it was very nice and lasted a..."

Hayleyinter

"Au79 has been all over social media as an instagram-able cafe with fusion delights and spectacular coffee, so of course I had to check it..."

Heidi

"Staff: friendlyFood: quite good but not particularly memorable, okonomiyaki was too salty for me but not for my dining partnerCoffee: very..."

SJFU

"Visited this place as we were wanting to find a pram/family friendly cafe with space - Au79 delivers. From the outside, it looks like any cafe but it..."

QP

"Came here not long ago to try their Japanese (Okonomiyaki) pancake dish. I’m not much of a savoury pancake or fritter person but I REALLY..."

Followthefoodmelbourne

"Very cool fit out, and decent size too. Went early on a Sunday morning and service and speed was friendly and quick which is perfect. The Scrambled..."

Birdman

"Came with a group of friends for lunch to celebrate a birthday. This place did not disappoint at all! The space lent itself to large groups and..."

Foodaholic

"Amazing place! It made our day! Especially after yesterday’s awful experience. We were not hungry and only went for simple stuffs on the menu -..."

Phoebe Chang

"Such a beautiful place with so many aesthetically pleasing plants. Staff were so nice and the food was amazing. Was pleased with the fast service...."

Jenny

"Very hip Abbotsford venue that is always chockers, but quick service ensures the wait isn’t too long. Have been twice now, so tried both the..."

Codaholic

"Great food and baby friendly!Cauliflower fritters were yum and the Japanese pancake amazing!Service rapid and great attention Great..."

Vedrennne

"Excellent service and food! Would definitely go back again. It will be good when they can open the back section..."

Tyson

"Really beautiful space and food done so well. The peach cobbler dish was so well balanced and not overly sweet. Highly recommend and will definitely..."

S

"I may have just found another cafe to add to my top 10 😍 I loved everything about this place! There were small human errors, such as the waiter..."

Melissa Yeap

"Au79 is one of my favourite cafes for brunch in Melbourne. The menu is creative, the food is always beautifully presented and the space itself is..."

The Brunch Specialist

"This place is absolutely gorgeous. I’ve been a few times and I try something different each time and everything has been delicious. The menu..."

Simply WonderFood

"Staff so friendly! Coffee and tea were greatFood was goodThe only thing was the okonomiyaki was a bit soggy and greasy And too much mayo..."

Youbliss

"Au79 is a beautiful cafe. The interior is stunning and I love the fact you can peek in at the bakery through large glass windows. It was opened by..."

Brunch Diaries

"It's worth checking this place out for the interior designing alone. Gorgeous high ceilings and an abundance of trees and potted plants gives it a..."

Kathleen Doherty

"So unless you’ve been living under a rock, I’m sure you’ve heard of AU79. It seems to be a cult classic for most melbourne brunch junkies and..."

Eat.Sleep.Review

"A very busy restaurant, we waited about 30mins to get a table , the staff gave us a large share table at the end of the restaurant, then I noticed we..."

Sam

"One of our top brunch places with a twist of asian pairings. Full points for great service and lovely environment, food was hands down delicious my..."

Mi55Bee

"Service is great, food is delish, with a desent size portion and bread is made onsite. The coffee is yum, and they also have little cakes on display...."

Nat

"Great food, and great customer service that never disappoints. Been here a few times and was always happy with everything. Will definitely be back..."

Annasimone2000

"Lovely place, nice food, we came in the morning and we didn’t wait for long to get a table. The place itself was huge with botanical garden style...."

Mel's

"Best granola I have ever tried. Visited here just before Xmas and will definitely go back ! Highly recommend this place ! Fresh food and..."

Lollycc

"It’s like sitting in a greenhouse eating breakfast. The setting with all the plants surrounding you is beautiful. Coffee and food are unique and..."

HH24

"Beautiful interior, spacious and not overdone.Menu is interesting - Asian inspired. Tasty flavours and nice add ons. I got the fritters and they..."

Ruth Cathcart

"Very impressive interior - an absolutely massive converted warehouse filled with lush greenery and lots of gold and copper detailing. I had..."

Nini Foodie

"Au79 is an impressive café. The huge flagship of the CCC Group is not just architecturally beautiful, but also boasts a menu full of interesting..."

A Chronicle Of Gastronomy

"Lovely cafe - really big with nice lightning and a good vibe! Lots of plants too. Had the grain salad with grilled chicken which was delicious, and..."

Oj_always_eating

"Visited Au79 for a function and discovered it had the most beautiful greenhouse at the back, with a table all beautifully set up! Ambience and..."

Foodie Foodie

"Have been here multiple times, prebaby and most recently with our 15mo- we Loved it! Awesome open, green venue.. huge space. Kid friendly..."

Frances Mona

"Very good food, severely underrated. Beats humble rays out of the park! Not too far from the city, perfect for Thursday brunches. Slightly..."

Kevin Kalip

"the place is gorgeous! and really big.unfortunately the food is a bit of a let down. cauliflower fritters had a weird balance of flavours. the..."

Jonathan Ong

"Super busy and trendy place on a Sunday morning. Make sure you don’t just start queuing behind others (like I did for a bit) - but go inside and..."

Cavendish

"Refreshing interior and beautiful food!••••Best waffles i’ve ever had!! The blend of white chocolate, strawberries and meringue..."

Thành Trinh

"They roast their own coffee which made the quality of coffee consistent. I order the long black and was delicious. For food, we order the waffle and..."

50% Coffee 50% Food

"Came here with my friend, I've had Granola and he has got a big breakfast. Enjoying the environment, large open area. Dishes were good. I ended up..."

Perry

"Great service. Delicious food. One of the best smashed avo dishes I've had, lots of flavour (I added bacon 🐖). The juice was freshly squeezed. On..."

Christina Mathiasz

"This cafe is actually a beautiful space and I was pleasantly surprised at how big it is! It is filled with greenery and light. The service..."

Aneta N

"Love the open plan warehouse setting, light filled, plenty of greeneries, homey color scheme. Above average food, service is quick. Good for group..."

Chen Isaac

"This place is huge, almost the size of a car showroom! They indoor spaces are equally as beautiful as their lovely outdoor space which resembles a..."

Amanda Ng

"Solid coffee and a pretty interesting menu. They’ve put an asian spin on most dishes. I had the Korean Veggie Benedict, with bacon. It was delish...."

EggsBenny

"The second you walk in, you think you’re in a glass house surrounded by beautiful greenery in a spacious, comfortable layout. The service and..."

Teresa.active.foodie

"LIT!: we ordered the croquette with curried salmon and the truffle cheese toast with bacon. The highlight would be the cheese toast that's extra..."

Jennitals

"Loved the fit out! The cafe is so spacious and has a beautiful sky-light ceiling at the back. The items of the menu are very different and complex -..."

Yourmelbournefoodguide

"I finally made it to this massive, modern and beautiful greenery joint. Long gone the day where a cafe is a cafe… Au79 is not just a cafe but a..."

SueyLuey

"Came in for a quick drink. Had the nuts smoothie and it was delicious. The interior of the place is absolutely stunning. Will be back to try their..."

Danny Nguyen

"After attending their glamorous launch party back in April, I was so keen to see what AU79 had to offer now they were officially up and running for a..."

Suzie Scribbles

"I’ve been to Au79 three times, so that says a lot about this place. The venue is huge & they take bookings which is a bonus for large groups. The..."

Vegetarian Food Lover

"Waited up to 20 mins to get a table, but it was good cause we were waiting while having their coffee and browsing around things they sell at the..."

Dollmination

"What a great brunch place!All foods are good, especially the salmon dish. Their matcha latte tastes very nice too.Services here are also..."

TheTwinsDiary

"There was a line when I arrived in Saturday however it moved relatively quickly. The interiors of this space is beautiful and full of lush greenery...."

The Food Baby Maker

"I had been eyeing this place off for a while now and finally got to try it a few weeks ago! Every time I tried to come here, there were lines out the..."

Couchfoodie

"love the atmosphere of the cafe!!! the food & coffee was pretty good but quite expensive, would love to go back & try more food + the staff were..."

Carina Lai

"I went to for lunch with a friend on Saturday, arrived at around 12:40 and waited about 20 min. The staff were nice and friendly. I ordered the..."

Ivy Shen

"Sunday morning and we knew a good place would be in heavy demand.Christopher & Marian with dear friends wanted a catch up breakfast.Au79..."

Christopher & Marian

"Always a little unfair to review newly opened places but...Pros:Fantastic SpacePresentation of food is excellentOnsite..."

PedGetsFed

"Came for the first time a few weeks ago. Everywhere you look in this place you see money - my gosh how they must have spent a fortune on this place!..."

Sammy Cameron

"This cafe has lovely aesthetics with wide space and many tables, and greenery to improve the ambience. A friend and I came around 9am before the..."

LittleM

"I've been to this place far more times than I'd like to admit...and everytime I have had something different from the menu. Every meal has been..."

Freshprinz

"I have been wanting to visit this place ever since it was opened few months ago. We got there before 10am so it was really easy to get a table, the..."

Clarinna

"First time here. The restaurant has an airy ambience due to the luxury of a large space and high ceilings. It is lush with tastefully placed pot..."

Qthai

"Gorgeous venue, gorgeous food, very hyped-up presence online, but had to wait 30 minutes for a table. The food was nice and staff were friendly. I..."

Food Fiend Melbourne

"Au79 is a popular cafe in Abbotsford, just off Victoria St on Nicholson St and close to one of my favourite cafes, Three Bags Full. We did have to..."

Delightfullytasty

"Very spacious brunch place with tropical interior design. Love it! Enjoyed my cauliflower fritters. Yum! Would love to come back to try..."

Debby

"Midweek breakfast before work. Cafe was surprisingly quiet with only the front section open for seating. Granola with acai sorbet and banana custard..."

Rhiannon Beck

"Experience was pretty good, service was great and staff was very friendly. Food was okay, overall service helped it get over the line. Would..."

Billy Nguyen

"Au79 has the best vibe of any cafe I've been to, the atmosphere is so bright and vibrant and the food tastes as good as it feels to be there!..."

Cassie Betteson

"Wow, I don't even know where to begin! This has become my favourite breakfast place with amazing pastries and very different renditions of all your..."

Steve Levon

"Best truffle egg! It's so silky and have a strong truffle flavour, umami! The okonomiyaki is also good. It has sweet, savoury, creamy and crunchy..."

CLABEL

"AU79 was on high recommendations by a friend of mine when I said that I wanted somewhere for brunch and near Richmond given that I am going to be in..."

Mizpiggy

"I came here on the weekend with my cousins on a large group table. They were so accommodating and it was only about a 5 minute wait. I had the..."

Donut Kill My Vibe

"The interiors of this place made me SO happy, the tropical plants (very instagrammable) and the upbeat music puts you in a good mood. PLEASE BOOK a..."

Food Coma Survivor

"Firstly the coffee was great!! Onto the food, as you can see from the pics both dishes were extremely well presented. The taste was good and I'll..."

MrMena

"Of all the themes to base a café around, Au79’s owners chose gold. Those au fait with the periodic table will immediately recognise that Au and 79..."

Sonia Nair

"Great place. So much variety on the menu it was hard to choose. Service was great. It's so big in here. I had the beef brisket. While it was yum I do..."

Kayte

"My new favourite brunch spot! The waffle balls are almost too pretty to be eaten 😜. Ordered their special (kimchi bennedict) and absolutely loved..."

Siska Richie

"Service is really good here! So is waiting time! I really love the food that is made and the portions. The matcha latte was filled with a mix of..."

A Taste Of Food

"As soon as you walk in you know it's going to be a special experience - the light open space with so many beautiful plants is so welcoming. The..."

Happiness.is.food

"Able to book a table on a Saturday! The food is incredible but the service is a bit hit and miss. Whilst the staff are lovely they forget about..."

BIRCHER QUEEN 👑

"Lizzie's first impression: Au79 is one of the more refined brunch places in Melbourne. They are relatively new so the lines on weekends can be quite..."

Lizzie Eats Melbourne

"Coffee is like black gold. That may be true, but I had something more precious than coffee (God forbid) at Au79 - truffles. It was a delight to have..."

Hungry Ronin

"Au79 is a large modern cafe in Abbotsford. I went this place on Saturday morning and too many people were waiting outside. Luckily, my friends..."

Chai

"Amazing food, beautifully presented. Excellent Melbourne standard coffee topped with great service, very impressed. I had read a lot about this cafe..."

Foodie_ Melbs

"Came here this morning with my partner and a friend. There was a long wait for a table (30 minutes), but when we got inside we were given a lovely..."

Maddie Kingham

"The decor truly is gorgeous. We came at 10 on a Saturday and we're seated straight away but when we left at 11 they're we're 20 people lining up..."

Spirited Stardust

"Given this place is exciting by description we had to join every other foodie in Melbourne and visit Au79 at least once. The ambience of this place..."

Trevor Johnston

"The decor and interior design is amazing here. Love the vibe. Been here a few times and the menu looks exciting but when we got the food it was..."

Nomnomfood

"Great coffee, absolutely beautiful interior. We were originally seated at the back which was quite cold and drafty but staff happily moved us when a..."

Chef Jo

"Firstly I have to say I love the pink tables! Nice fit out, fairly big which fits a lot of people. We ordered the greens breakfast and the big..."

Melbcafegirl

"We had to wait for almost an hour on a Sunday morning, do plan accordingly if your taking your date..! Very nice ambience for a windy/cold..."

VikL

"Love the space! Coffee was good but food was not as delicious as it looked. Still, it's healthy which is a nice change for brunch menu. Worth..."

Carla

"Lovely atmosphere and helpful staff in a light and breezy space. Food is delish and healthy but not in a way that makes you feel you're eating raw..."

Stunsail

"Absolutely love the food here. The interior is beautiful, and the cafe is always bustling. Decked out with a bakery and coffee roaster, it's going to..."

L Y

"The big lines outside don't lie. The people come to pan for gold, and there's plenty to be found here. The menu is fresh, the coffee good and service..."

Sean Romero

"Came to this place typically for their beautiful interior. There was a huge line outside the cafe but we only waited 20 minutes which was pretty..."

Jess

"We went on a Saturday morning and waited 20 minutes as there was a decent line. Food was quick to come out though once we were seated. I had the au79..."

Andrew Nguyen

"Au79 is the megalopolis of the cafe sphere.The 200-seater could well-fit several of Melbourne’s more modest cafes.A glass 'enclosure' houses the..."

Hungrycookie

"Modern seating areas, it's like walking into a green house. Asian infused brunch and lunch menu.Do: Book a table. Try the Okonomiyaki..."

Anne

"Loved how big the cafe was and how we could pick anywhere we wanted to sit. The coffee was amazing but what really got me tl have a fantastic..."

Charlotte B

"The AU79 just opened last April 2017. This cafe owned by CCC Group that has extensive experiences in the cafe business. CCC Group also owns Addict..."

Jeffry

"DO: Anything you want really? The menu is pretty extensive. However can't go wrong with the burger, lamb croquettes or crispy skin salmon...."

David Food Leasing

"AU79 is probably the most popular cafe now. Everyone seems to talk about it that I had to try it myself! I LOVE LOVE LOVE the interior design. The..."

Chloe Seah

"Au79 definitely one of the best cafes around. Fit out is a+, service is decent and food is really good. I had the kimchi benny and it was probably..."

Jae Papalia

"AU79 is a welcome addition to Collingwood. This recently opened cafe is not just a specialty boutique roaster and cafe, it’s also a 200 seater..."

Melbourniancritic (The Melbourne Experience)

"Coffee beans roasted on site. Baked goods baked on site. Awesome chefs making yum foods on site. Can't flaw this place, oh and it's epically huge!..."

Mabel Chau

"The interior is sensational, the greenery around and spacious layout is impressive. The food however I would say isn't memorable. The truffled..."

Kim Truong

"Seeing the open decor filled with lush greenery all around made Au79 very inviting and somewhere to relax for a brunch date. Personally ordered the..."

Jac

"Excellent place for brunch. Love their menu which has a lot of selections for vegetarian. Ambience and everything is great. The Korean pancakes are..."

Jericho Law

"Evident by numerous articles and instagram posts I made a judgment and came today to see what all the fuss was about. Before entering I..."

Tez

"Lovely space! Lots of space, light, greenery, and well considered interior. Nice staff. Good coffee. Loooong wait on weekends. Food is nothing..."

TL

"Beautiful cafe, decor is really well done and the size of it is massive. One thing I'm unsure of is there seemed to be a fair bit of bugs from all..."

Melbrunchin

"Awesome joint....the food was absolutely delicious and the interiors are clean and creative. Certainly somewhere I would come back to. Also the best..."

I Luv Food

"OMG AMAZING. The interior decorating is so beautiful and I can't believe how big it is 😮 the granola was amazing- best granola I've had out and..."

Bitsofbites

"Visited AU79 with 5 friends on a Sunday morning. We arrived at 9.30am to ensure that we wouldn't need to wait too long to get a table. Surprisingly..."

Rebekah Jade Culhane

"> Smashed Avocado with salted ricotta, chilli dukkah, rice crisps + fresh lime poached eggs on toasted rye sourdough with a side of bacon AND Korean..."

Breakfastpiggy

"Stunning interior. The pastries looked amazing will be back to try. Service was nice and reasonably efficient. My meal was incredible. I can't even..."

An

"Definitely the new brunch place! So beautiful from the from then the more you walk in the better it gets! So spacious and green feels like a..."

Sarah

"I was first this morning - and even they did not serve food yet when I arrived I could have a seat got served with coffee and water and once they..."

Sarah Schmitz

"Very modern place colourful and full of life with a lot of beautiful dishes to try. Had the awesome truffle croque madame and i loved it. Very good..."

Fanny Foodie

"LOVE! Attentive and genuine service! Shout out to Mia thank you for taking over when I couldn't decide what to eat!! Care taken with presentation..."

GG

"Went on Sunday with a few friends - staff were very attentive and accomodating. Food and drinks were delicious. Was able to make a booking which was..."

Thisismyname

"Arrived on a Saturday at 11:30am. Full house, waited 15 mins till we got seated. The venue + decor was bright and beautiful with good vibes. I..."

Mercy Nguyen

"Great new spot on Abbotsford's busy Nicholson Street. Contemporary Australian brunch menu with plenty of Asian fusion, from Kimchi to coconut..."

Melbourne Explorer

"The space was incredible and the staff were very attentive. We were in and out within 40mins which we like as we are efficient people. My husband and..."

Georgia

"Big and beautiful space. Waiting for the table on the weekday at around 12.30 was about 15-20minutes which exceptional. Service was good, staff are..."

Delishmama

"Came here on the weekend and tried the big breakfast and some okonomiyaki, both were absolutely delicious I could not fault them, decor is lovely..."

George David Michaelides

"Public Holiday, queues outside . We only had to wait 20mins for a table of 4, the staff and matre d were very accomodating. Two of us ordered..."

Mei Yee

"I've been here twice now and both times I really enjoyed the food. I had the okinamiyaki and waffle balls; both really unique and tasty. Love the..."

Soph

"Excellent spot for Sunday brunch. Lots of seating space so we didn't have to wait long for the table. Coffee was very good and so was the food. I..."

Kasia Popiołek

"Nice setup. Coffee was bit bitter which is not my type. Food was interesting taste but was too heavy for me. Didn't try the cakes. Because wasn't..."

Yuling Wang

"Jaysus!! What a place, beautiful fit out which a truckload of natural light. Was welcomed at the door by a very friendly and attentive waitress. I..."

Tomlovestoeat

"Good food and coffee. Spectacular dining atmosphere in naturally lit warehouse setting. But they need to work on the service levels. If you're going..."

Nick X Thomson

"Bustling, busy breakfast crowd. Ample seating, you should be able to get in without reservations. Wagyu burger was decent, didn't have to wait too..."

Kein

"5/5 cause this place is an absolute gem I mean gold 🤣🤣 this place cannot be faulted from the food to drinks this place did not disappoint...."

Charles

"I would recommend anyone to give this brunching cafe, or should I say mini warehouse, a try! the interior decor here is breath taking, bright and..."

Kitakai

"The ambience was really nice. Bright and airy. We were seated at the front though after walking around i think I would request to be seated at the..."

Mellowfeels

"I loved the ambience of Au79. The pools of natural light from the windows and the abundance of hanging plants neatly scattered about make me feel..."

Wandering Ella

"Just a week before when I heard about AU79 was about to open, I was having a quick brunch with a dear friend discussing about future brunch places to..."

MelbFoodHunter

"I had heard about this new brunch venue that had opened recently, so decided to try it out with a couple of girlfriends. The decor of the place was..."

Lisa Giles

"We decided to try out this new place, on the recommendation of a food-savvy friend. And what an impressive choice it was! Don't let first glances..."

Farzana

"My new favourite! There was a bit of a queue outside AU79 when we arrived but it was only a 20min wait which was great! They also had a platter..."

IsFoodIsGood

"Impressive. Great buzzy atmosphere- get there early or else you will need to join the queue (worth it though). Interesting menu with an Asian..."

Elle

"Atmosphere is vibrant, friendly staff and the house coffee was roasted to perfection. Food was amazing, the pork croquette was moist and very..."

John Nguyen

"Super cool experience! The cafe is so well lit, food was so damn good and the coffee was an absolute killer. Could not recommend it enough. Thank you..."

Ben

"I couldn't wait to try this potential rival of three bags full down which is down the road. I wasn't disappointed. The atmosphere was cool and..."

Mrs Mark

"Went here for lunch on a busy Saturday afternoon after spotting it on a routine drive to another favourite cafe. The fit of Au79 is pretty specky,..."

Caitlin White

"Veggie driven menu. Lovely open space - 80s pastel inspired decor (when did the 80's come back?). Ordered the okonomiyaki pancake with eggplant..."

Kelly Belly

"Melbourne, home to the never ending cafe openings where good food is always promised. Au79 in Abbotsfords is a spacious venue which seats 200 diners..."

Linnie Eats All The Food

"Came here for breakfast and with all first time visits, I avoided reading the reviews to see how I genuinely felt during my visit. We came in..."

Melbourne, Let’s Eat

"Food is good presentation, taste is a bit strong!! The duck burger is better have A bit of plum sauce... but the eggplant pancake plum sauce is too..."

Agnes Lei

"This place is newly opened and the fiod looked fabulous, unfortunately it tasted average and atmosphere wasn't anything special. Having said that,..."

Shazzamataz

"Beautiful place, clever name, you kind of feel a sense of humour with everything. The menu really interesting and in Melbourne where there is such a..."

Jesse

"Very nice design and layout, very prompt service, food was ok, need improving but nice presentation of everything, good place to catch here with..."

Baysidefoodie

"Gold. The oldest precious metal and commonly associated with top, premium quality wares. Melbourne’s newest cafe applies this premise to coffee and..."

Aussie Meets World

"After having attended their launch event I made the time to visit them during their regular trading days. (Unfortunately I did not bring my good..."

Ta.be.tabi

"Came here on a Saturday morning. When walking in the interior is very impressive and it's huge!My granola with acai sorbet was pretty good...."

AnotherAsianAbroad

"Came here with a few friends and we sat in the back room. On the left are booths amongst the greenery, the middle are two rows of tables divided by..."

Matt

"AU79 is a new place to brunch in Abbotsford and it is absolutely stunning. As you walk in, greenery is of abundance so plant lovers brace yourself...."

Olive Sundays

"Another day, another cafe opening. This time round, is the ultra spacious Au79 located in Abbotsford, lined with gold and luscious greenery..."

Peach-Water

"Sunday morning - We saw many people heading in before us and thought we would be in for a wait but it's such a large space so we were seated quickly...."

Miffy

"A random day off school can only mean one thing, midweek brunch date with my baby girls. When cafes aren't as busy & we can guarantee a table,..."

CasualFoodie

"I came to this cafe on Saturday morning, my friends and I got a table right away (9am) One of the managers (Sarah) introduced herself and was just so..."

Josh Lacey

"This place is a gem! Come for the great coffee (how great is the price!), Vibey atmosphere, you're feeling like sitting in an indoor garden, top..."

Nobuhiro Arakawa

"I've been waiting for this place to open for ages, they have spent so much money transforming an old mechanics workshop into an amazing cafe.I..."

Poppy Young

"Came in today and had an awesome experience. Staff addressed us at the door and sat us, took coffee orders quickly. Coffee yum my partner ordered the..."

Beastfeeds

"Au79 spares no expense in this vast space and presents a venue so aesthetically pleasing you'll want to hang out here all the time. With a bright..."

Melbourne To Mouth

"Fantastic spacious venue with an impressive warehouse design. Menu is really unique as well. I ordered the Belgian waffle balls with banana custard,..."

Kate Dougherty

"Great space & much needed in the area, particularly a bakery! I had the truffled croque monsieur with bacon & the mushrooms inside it were superb in..."

Speccy

"Searched up the best cafe to visit and happen to find Au79 and it was close to where we had to go. The Cafe is located on the quieter street away..."

Sally Fong

"Nice looking cafe. My usual dbl. Espresso and magic were good with nicely balanced flavour in the espresso. Brunch was nice we had the Avo toast..."

Timothy Morris

"Such a wonderful vibes here! Bright and lovely venue. Nice coffee and foods were delicious as well. Service was also friendly and prompt. Ofc! I will..."

Patty V

"The cafe interior is so nice, beautiful and a lot of plants 🌱 Photo: Prawn egg Benedict and big breakfast with flat white and batch brew. Coffee..."

Emma Han

"Great food and great coffee! The Big Breakfast was perfectly portioned and to top it off the cafe has a wonderful ambiance and interior! It is..."

Samuel Karaoglanis

"Great food here! My partner loved her soba salad and I really enjoyed my Wagyu burger. The coffee is excellent and the staff were very warm and..."

Harold Yap

"Very relaxed atmosphere....lots of plants and staff helpful and friendly. Coffee and brekkie dishes were great too! It is one of the largest cafes in..."

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