Vegan Options: The best in Heidelberg

12 restaurant menus in Australia, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Mint Leaf Indian Restaurant
Mint Leaf Indian Restaurant
92/100 (1125 ratings)
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Vegan Options
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"Great Indian. We asked for super spicy and they said they made it for the Aussie palate however next time would make it..."
Lils
"This is a very polished restaurant with good service, food and table settings. They even had proper wine glasses; although I prefer them bigger. But..."
Chris
"The two of us had Vegetables Vindaloo and Dhal Makhani on Kashmiri Pulau, with plain naan. The food was perfectly well prepared and came out quite..."
Lionel Mrocki
"It was my first time in an Indian food restaurant and I must say that the experience was incredible! the service and food were exceptional and the..."
Lini Hernandez
"Outstanding, delicious North Indian food. Gorgeous restaurant setting in quiet street, very friendly staff. Will definitely be going back. Thank..."
James Bowman
"Mint Leaf is in a very good location. Staff very good. Food is good. Nice place to spend time with family and..."
Stanly Devasia
"Excellent service hospitality and politeness highly recommend naan is fresh and delicious and..."
Mustafa “Musty” Helal
Heritage Indian Restaurant
Heritage Indian Restaurant
92/100 (1196 ratings)
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Indian
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
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Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
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Asian
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Mid-range
"Heritage has made the best Indian food I've tasted. My partner and I came here to enjoy Indian cultural food. The quality of the food is..."
Jeremy de Lavaulx
"10/10 food every time I’ve ordered. Best Indian food I’ve tasted, I highly recommend this place to anyone with taste buds. If u have a mouth that..."
Jake Stone
"Nice food here. We got Dahl tadka, Kashmiri naan, papadams, saffron rice, seafood masala and shabnam, all on Uber eats. Quality was good and..."
Two Sheds
"I ordered butter chicken and beef korma. Great portion, extremely tasty and no weird tummy issues after! One of the best Indian takeaways I've ever..."
Joanne Phan
"Best Indian food I’ve had in a long time!!! Yummy, thank you very..."
Kathrin Reid
"Loved the taste of foods here. Among all the Indian cuisines I've ever tried, these ones were the best. We tried butter chicken, lamb and..."
Dorsa Zare
"Awesome food. Captured the perfect taste right between spicy and sweet.The Nans were amazing with the chutney and i really encourage people to try..."
Sarvesh Swaminathan
Little Black Pig & Sons
Little Black Pig & Sons
91/100 (1287 ratings)
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Gluten Free Options
Italian
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Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Gluten Free Options
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Lunch
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Ravioli Fatto A Mano
Risotto
Stracciatella E Fichi
Agnolotti Del Plin
Espresso Martini
Beef Rib Eye
Slow Cooked Goat
Tiramisu
Tiramisú
Lemon tart
Lemon Tart
Cakes
Ice Cream
Lamb
Scallops
Pesto
Spaghetti Con Calamari
Hand-Cut Squid Ink
Pork
Antipasti
Vanilla Panna Cotta with Baked Rhubarb
Ragu
Pan Roasted Hapuka with Braised
hot chocolate
Quail Stuffed With
Salad
Tartare
Char Grilled Morton Bay Bugs
Scallops
Sit down
Italian
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Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Drinks
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Mid-range
"Went here last night to celebrate my wedding anniversary. Wow what a night. Every part of our meal was spot on. Zucchini flowers for entree were to..."
Sarah Green
"This place has rapidy become my "must go" place, whether for breakfast, lunch or dinner. A menu which changes to take advantage of seasonal produce,..."
Rob Barrow
"We have just had the most delicious meal at little black pig in Heidelberg. David is a very talented chef and lovely person. Will be definitely..."
Phil Gooding
"My husband and I went for dinner and were very impressed. The meal was delicious and the lemon tart, a must have!!! The staff were lovely. We got..."
Meagan Peitsch
"Consistenly blown away each time we come here! Not only is the food second to none but the service and hospitality can't be beaten. Glenn and Lolo..."
Isaac Callaway
"Amazing restaurant with the best panna cotta in Melbourne ❤️🧡💛💜💚 with awesome staff and gorgeous lady owner 💃 We had a great..."
Angie Cardenas
"We had the best night - fabulous service - amazing food and a great wine selection - enjoyed talking to the chef about all the upcoming Italian..."
Patricia Addamo
"Super fresh food cooked to perfection and served by friendly staff. The chef and owner David talks to you about the food and its preparation and asks..."
Anthony Shields
"Fantastic authentic Italian cuisine. Beautiful pastas. The goat is amazing. Great tiramisu and lemon tart. Fantastic coffee. Definitely worth a..."
Jenny Batten
"Great food, great service, fresh foods.. best pannacotta with rhubarb ... highly..."
Robyn McCarthy
"Thank you for a great night last night and making us all feel welcome and relaxed � Would definately recommend for a group booking . I hate..."
Margaret McCluskey
"My favourite dining experience outside of Italy. The handmade pasta with game meat brings me back to my hometown of Calabria. A friendly family..."
Alessio Ameduri
"Food was amazing and the service was to point. Thanks again Chef David will most definitely eat there..."
Mark Moos
"Incredible flavours, service and atmosphere. Very welcoming and accomodating for dietary requirements. The staff are passionate about great food and..."
Tanja Novakovic
"Stunning. Simply stunning. From the moment you walk in you feel as though you’ve been welcomed into the home of an old friend you haven’t seen in..."
Daniel
"This place is divine!! Authentic, delicious, Italian! I haven’t eaten Italian food like that in a long time! A diamond nestled on Burgundy St. Do..."
SA
"This is a hidden gem, I’m jealous that I have to share how amazing it is because I don’t want to it become too popular, but I still want everyone..."
Bridget Michaels
"Really enjoyed this place. Excellent Italian fare. Can’t wait to get..."
Adam Pase
"This place is a hidden gem. So convenient for us locals, and food and service top notch. Husband and I dined here to celebrate our anniversary, and..."
Jane Elizabeth Herridge Ryan
"We had the rigatoni to share as a starter then Mains we had Pork Belly & twice cooked lamb. Could not fault the food or the wine. The owner /chef is..."
Katrina
"I can’t fault Little Black Pig & Sons. We came here not knowing what to expect and were blown away. The friendly staff, the ambience, even the..."
Matthew Olaris
"Wonderful dinner and beautiful service & staff! We had a fantastic girls night out! The service was very friendly and professional.. the..."
Cinzgirlxx
"We came here because of the good review about this place, it even made to top 12 best Italian in Melbourne. Since we live in the area, might as well..."
Vivi Vee
"Beautiful pasta, delicious pork and overly generous wine servings of a luscious wine list nothing not to love about this place. Lovely warm staff who..."
Carla
"Amazing night with great food and wonderful company. Thank you to David and Emília for their hospitality - the food was so fresh and delicious. I..."
Tania
"Had Father’s Day lunch at this unassuming restaurant and wow was I impressed! Awesome service, great ambience but the real hero here is the amazing..."
BigEater00
"I absolutely adore Little Black Pig & Sons. I've been twice now (within a few weeks) and both parties I was with enjoyed everything immensely. The..."
Natalie Morgan
"Wait staff made us feel very comfortable and were very thoughtful and knowledgeable. David the Chef came out to our table not once but twice to ask..."
Frank Spina
"Very small restaurant so you must book. The hospitality is exceptional because they collect your details and the second time you go there, they call..."
Con Antonello
"Beat Italian restaurant in this area. Yummy food, fantastic service!!!Ruby snapper is a must try!Definitely will come back..."
Aptx4869
"On Friday night I enjoyed one of the nicest meals I've had for months at Little Black Pig and sons.It was comfortably spaced and well lit..."
Richard Thompson
"The Little Black Pig Restaurant has some wonderful selections of foods.Menu changes on a very regular basis to cater for seasonal..."
Christopher & Marian
"Food, wine and service was excellent! Best pork belly I've had for a long time! Our table shared some antipasto and some entrees and everything was..."
Hayley Tronson
"Omg the bread. Omg the pinto grigo. Omg the ravoli. Just, all of it. Simple food, done beautifully. And, to top it off, THE nicest people. It's..."
Melly
"Intimate, hand made great quality and priced food.Great staff, will stop in whenever in the area, fantastic, good value for money - more of..."
Dave B.
"Booked in for lunch, very accomodating with a high chair, although cramped. Service was friendly, drinks were nice and refreshing and the antipasto..."
Amant De La Nourriture
"UPDATE 17/11/2017Very happy to be back ......Their seasonal "fresh" Menu is definitely just like Melbourne's weather ..... will..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"Love this restaurant, great food and service. Allways the highest quality ingredients it has been our ho to restaurant when we have wanted to eat..."
Dale Fishtail
"I know 5 out of 5 is a very high score. But I have shared many wonderful meals here.The reason for the score is a combination of quality and..."
Simon Watt
"Totally worth the drive out to Heidelberg - absolutely loved this restaurant! Was so impressed with the honest, yet caring service. Super cosy lovely..."
The Beauty Of Melbourne
"Great little italian suburban restaurant with a nice selection of wines. Recommend for a date night :) i really enjoyed the tagliatelle with saffron:..."
Belinda-Mary BumbleBee
"I adore this little gem. A fantastic Italian inspired menu with a to die for wine list. What more can you ask for? A London River Cafe trained chef,..."
Jenzi
"Perfect Sunday Lunch at Little Black Pig. Christian was the perfect host & made us feel very welcome and even fussed over. We shared the salumi plate..."
HG
"Amazing food tonight. Couldn't have been better! Heard from waitress that veggies grown chefs home garden & truly it's beautiful fresh taste. Prawn..."
Ayumix327
"A wonderful way to start your weekend, with traditional Italian coffee and a selection of adventurous brunch options. Staff are jovial and happy to..."
Four4brunch
"Another delicious meal at Little Black Pig - Antipasto is fantastic and the White Truffle Ravioli on the specials menu is superb - have had that..."
Lynda Smyth
"Fine dining in the burbs. Excellent food, excellent service, great atmosphere. Highly recommend trying the Nero Davola a bottle with a..."
Kathy Licciardi
"Amazing Italian food! So fresh. Service is amazing. Regular client. Best of The best in Heidelberg :). Pasta and bread is handmade and all the..."
LauLau
"It was a delightful dinner! Everything made in house from ground up. Bread was made their & taste , texture beautiful. We ordered their appetizer was..."
MelbfoodCritic
"Found ourselves in Heidelberg over the weekend where there are not many options for a nice lunch. Were on our way to Museum Heide, but the cafe there..."
I. D.
"Being married to an Italian we don't go to Italian restaurants very often. However we found ourselves at The Little Black Pig thanks to a gift..."
Lisa Tarzia
"Food and service are amazing. The Chef is very passionate and it comes out in his superb food. Have had breakfasts, coffees, lunch and dinner here..."
Svm
"Pleasant dining experience. Tables bit cramped together though. Warm welcome, impressive attentive friendly service. Great menu with dishes simply..."
BIGSPAG
"Food was ok but way over priced. Staff were friendly.  . Its a lovely place to go to if you can afford it.  Otherwise the place is warm and..."
Tracey
"The best service I have received in a long time. The complimentary homemade bread was delectable. The wine was delicious and they offered for me to..."
Sarah Elizabeth
"Great food, the pork was to die for, side of potatoes were amazing. It was busy inside, table service was a bit slow, but once we ordered the food..."
BB King
"Super impressed with my recent experience here. Some of the best service I have received in quite some time. The staff are upbeat, vibrant and..."
Jacob
"Popped in for a quick lunch.. Friendly waitress and attentive. My spaghettini with sausage and scqacarrone cheese we delicious as was the homemade..."
Cookie & The Foodie
"We've been at least 5 times and have never been disappointed. The menu is always fresh and changing. We love that the fresh produce is straight from..."
Amy
"I had the antipasto Di casa dish - everything on the plate was amazing and so fresh! Great service and atmosphere! I'll definitely be coming back..."
Krystal
"Great muscles (the best I've ever eaten in fact), fantastic atmosphere/interior, the crew working were completely on the ball and the wine was..."
Melbourne Foodie
"Had dinner here on Saturday night with friends.  Lovely warm welcoming staff & owners who took time out to greet and talk with customers - a rare..."
Anne Trueman
"Food and portion size was great. Italian wine list deceiving and not that great, would benefit with the addition of some Australian produced Italian..."
Chris
"What an Amazing dinner !. We can't believe we have a restaurant of this quality so close to home, everything was delicious, we were so happy with all..."
Kim
"Fabulous. Went to dinner a couple of weeks ago - so good. Will definitely be back! (probably..."
LifeInTheNorth
"Fabulous., fantastic, fun..."
Recensione
"Perfect in Every way. We were told to go to 'Little Pig' by quite a few people, and finally got there. Well what an awesome meal , what sensational..."
Vivian.vrahos
"Delicious brunch, delicious coffee...Lovely staff who always make you feel..."
L76
"Excellent food and great service. Worth the trip across..."
Claire
"Loved it!!. One of the best breakfast I have had in Melbourne!! Very friendly staff and super tasty..."
Taniailias
"Great new addition to Heidelberg. Came in for breakfast, the food was really great and the guy serving us was very friendly. Loved the italian take..."
Carm
"This is an amazing restaurant. The food is fresh and beautifully..."
Sue
"A taste of Italy in Heidelberg. What a great place food beautiful, staff courteous and friendly. Will definitely be..."
Theresa
"A true gem! Food is full of flavour and you can see & taste the care that has been taken in its preparation. Menu changes regularly so never..."
Margaret
"Shhhh - don't tell anyone! (As this food is so good)!!. We are locals and can't believe how lucky we are to have The Little Black Pig. My biggest..."
Banyuleboy
"Visited with my sister and niece... As Italians we have a high expectation when dining at an Italian restaurant... As I have eaten at TBP before I..."
Natalie
"Heidelberg's best kept secret. I have had the pleasure of breakfast, lunches and dinners at Little Black Pig (formerly G and G deli) and have enjoyed..."
Good Food With Friends
"Great Food. Have been to Little Black Pig (formerly G & G Deli) since its opening in July, on a few occasions, both for lunch and dinner.On..."
Ocec
"Fresh, home made and delicious!. Welcoming staff, delicious desserts and coffee to boot, you can't go past The Little Black Pig. Formerly G & G Deli,..."
Ange Pange
"Pork-a-licious. I was so glad to eat a porchetta roll from little black pig today. I nearly cried when g&g deli closed, but my lunch today was better..."
Chris
The Chairman Cafe
The Chairman Cafe
88/100 (388 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
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Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Street Parking
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Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Digital Payments
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Cheap Eats
"Friendly staff, delicious food, great coffee. Their reuben sandwich is the best I've had, can't go past without getting..."
Jasmina Kacevski
"What a hidden gem this place is. Great service and delicious food, I'll be..."
Neil Johnson
"Funky, airy, fresh, great service beautiful fresh home-made cafe/restaurant food that is top notch,friendly staff that obviously love their job...."
Jodie Spadano
"Wonderful people. Awesome rated coffee (Proud Mary) served consistently well. I enjoy the gf options and the hearty healthy lunches along with the..."
Simeon Ash
"I am blown away with quality of their service. So friendly, observant and attentive. Seriously one of the best places I've recently visited...."
Drag Ana
"Very friendly, happy staff serving the best coffee and tasty dishes. I enjoyed a well presented delicious breakfast of fluffy scrambled eggs with..."
Carol Rothwell
"Amazing staff, Amazing Coffee, Amazing food. One of my favourite places in..."
Dal Smart
"It's my gorgeous local. Lovely owner and staff. Excellent coffee, delicious food...."
Sharon Bigg
"Love the vibe, service, smoothies and the most yummy muffins! Across the road form McDonalds but definitely at completely the other end of the classy..."
Darren Cronshaw
"Great service, great food, great coffee. Happy to see the place buzzing. So proud of all the..."
Nina Mohamed
"What an amazing little cafe Great food, great coffee, great..."
David Cook-Doulton
"Delicious food and great coffee. Staff are friendly, chatty and inviting. Very peaceful and outside gets wonderful morning sunshine. So glad I've..."
Jack Duke
"Friendly service, great food. I've already recommended the cafe to my family and friends...."
Nicola Griffin
"Gluten Free muffins.....blueberry. So good with great coffee. I'll be back to try the raspberry and apple as well. Too many choices for..."
Jenny Place
"Been an avid supporter since it's opening! Best coffee around ! Congratulations on a..."
Bronwyn Etheridge
"First time visiting this cafe! The white exterior makes it stand out from the street. I ordered a soy latte which was nice and warm but a little weak..."
Anneliese
"Had a great lunch here yesterday with my 4 year old twins and their grandma. Very child-friendly with colouring books and games that kept the kids..."
Belinda Steegstra
"Really great experience any time I’ve come here. These people all know how to give great customer service, especially the girl with super short..."
Cosmas
"Happy 21st to my daughter who chose this place for her celebratory brunch. Located in a side street off Bell Street opposite McDonald’s, this..."
The Wandering Reviewer
"Wheelchair accessible inside and out. Accessible bathroom available.We came for breakfast. A really nice small cafe. We had a full..."
Ramp It Up
"Wonderful staff. Awesome rated coffee (Proud Mary) served consistently well, i.e. hot with design as ordered. I enjoy the gf options, particularly..."
Simeon Hanscamp
"Great spot - loved the coffee and the super friendly (and infectiously happy) staff. Strongly suggest you try it if you haven't been here before!..."
LifeInTheNorth
"Tucked away on Francis street still close to the hustle and bustle on Bell st sits this lil cafe. In a small space they make the room large with..."
TrEATme
"What's not to love? The best coffee, delicious food, friendly staff, comfortable atmosphere, zero scorpion attacks. 10/10 would come back to again...."
Jɘd Place
"Lovely cafe in Heidelberg! Smart decor and spacious interior, great for a quiet catch up with friends or a business meeting. Service was quick and..."
RK
"What a lovely restaurant! Great staff, coffee, and service! They reguarly introduce new creations to the available slather. The area desperately..."
Mark Harris
"Tasty food. Staff offered connect 4, colouring books and pens for the kids. Friendly people. Very good. BLT, French toast with maple syrup, ham..."
Daniel Richards
"Having recently moved into the area, it was a pleasant surprise to stumble upon the Chairman Cafe a few weeks back. My lady and I have now made our..."
Leo Hogan
"Amazing place for a coffee and a bite to eat. A hidden gem in the area and would recommend a visit. Newly fitted out cafe with a great vibe, amazing..."
Sandeep Mutti
"Wonderful service and a great selection of food and drinks. Will definitely be back. ..."
Sally
"Fantastic spot! Tia the owner who served us is lovely and very welcoming! Sweetest customer service you'll get! Best wishes Tia on your store, we..."
Masters
"I never reivew, but this place warrented a review. I found this place by accident and been here a few times. I am really happy for great coffee in..."
Harpreet.sandhu
"Delicious food and great coffee. Staff are friendly, chatty and inviting. Very peaceful and outside gets wonderful morning sunshine. So glad I've..."
Jack
"Amazing gluten free blue Berry muffins baked in-house! Massive and moist! Smooth coffee and good service from genuinely lovely staff. I had a..."
Charlie Jean
"So glad I found this spot! Very warm and friendly staff that have a genuine interest and care. Food and coffee is amazing, fair prices and a great..."
Kennedy Kereama
"Fantastic service, great coffee and a reasonably priced menu. They have a fridge for sandwiches and brekky wraps. Would recommend the 'Middle..."
Raphael Crickmay
"Nice little cafe hidden away in Heidelberg ☕️ Ordered the Indian Chili Scramble Bowl and the roti with the sides tasted amazing, similar texture..."
Kayla
"The best coffee I've ever had. Always greeted with a warm hello. Couldn't recommend enough..."
Michelle Eve
"Great coffee and brekky items to go. Nice family run business who get to know your orders pretty..."
Cameron Mallett
"Happy 21st to my daughter who chose this place for her celebratory brunch. Located in a side street off Bell Street opposite McDonald’s, this is a..."
Debi Slinger
"Simply wonderful all round. You'll never find a kinder, more community minded owner and the staff are brilliant. Excellent long macs and I highly..."
Matthew Allen
Coconut Lagoon
Coconut Lagoon
86/100 (989 ratings)
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Chicken biryani
Kerala Parotta and Beef Chilly
Basmati rice
Payasams
Egg curry
Kerala Porotta and Beef Curry
Puttu
Fish Fry
Vindaloo
Beef Roast
Masala tea
Naan Bread
Falooda
Sunday Buffet
Chicken 65
Onam Sadhya
Chicken Stew
Curry
Lime Soda
Beef Coconut Fry
Kerala Night Buffet
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"From never trying Kerala food to frequenting this restaurant at least once a fortnight, this place has been a genuine find! The food tastes similar..."
Rohit Mu
"Best Kerala Food in Melbourne, service is good too. We all enjoy the food..."
Uday Rama Krishna
"A good dinner place and probably the only kerela restaurant who serve fish rice and spam chicken stew.Great hospitality, very clean, good decor..."
SohzFoodTrail
"Authentic, Tasty and PlentifulWe were lucky to have selected this place on a Tuesday evening, surprised to see all Kerala food varieties. I..."
Hemant Kapila
"Had some lip smacking Kerala food here with my husband. We ordered kuttanad fish curry, avial, plain rice and Kerala paratha. Portion size was great..."
Aysha Abusaleh Masood
"This is South Indian food at its best. Superb fish Curries in particular. Staff could be more personal but jusy look past that and enjoy the food...."
Nick
"Have been there a few times. Food tastes good. Quantity is also reasonable. If you go there, I'd recommend the biryani and palak dosa. I'll..."
Sandalwoodphoenix
"Visited this place in the evening (around 7.30p.m.). On entering this place, you get a South Indian vibe. The place was not too busy, but they..."
Reuben Coutinho
"Tried the Sunday brunch with friends, the menu was extensive and the food was really good.Proper Kerala cuisine and must try. Loved the egg..."
Christopher Jayakar
"Have come here a few times. Food is ok but there is better Indian food all around this area. Decor is a little confusion and I find the purple wall..."
FoodingAroundMelbourne
"One of the best Indian restaurants I have ever been to. The food is made fresh to order, full of spice and flavour. The atmosphere is..."
Jana King
"We went on a Saturday night and didn't have a booking. The restaurant was quite busy but has a calm ambiance and we were welcomed to a free table..."
Benedict Darby
"Very good Indian food. I usually get take away from here as it's the easier option.dish to try - lamb pepper fry, favs beans curry. I have been a..."
Jaysankar Nair
"The best kerala style restaurant in melbourne for sure. Other than the wait time I dont have any negatives about this place. Havent tried the Kerala..."
Govind M Valiathan
"It took sometime for food to arrive however food is good. Curry above the average & I would say South Indian dishes were good. But the service is..."
MelbfoodCritic
"Absolutely loved the food. Went there on a not so busy saturday evening.The wait time for food is a bit high. It could be because everything was..."
SrPr
"One of the best Indian I have had, nested in Heidelberg Heights this resturant suprised me to say the least. Dishes to try - tandoori lamb chops ,..."
Sherin Philip
"Strong fan of coconut lagoon since they open ,so far I tried almost all south indian Dishes in the menu , this is the only KeralaFine..."
Roxette
"Parents visited from New Zealand this week, took them to Coconut Lagoon last night.... They thoroughly enjoyed it! Authentic kerala cuisine... you..."
Sneha Venkat
"A delightfully authentic southern Indian meal.Exquisite flavours and textures. Slight delay in the meal arriving, but it was absolutely..."
James Cockburn
"One of the Best South Indian Restaurant in Melbourne.The Kothu Paratha is the best I have ever tasted.The food is complimented with Good Service &..."
Nitin Thakur
"Feel like home. Absolutely amazing feeling everytime you are there.Quality and authentic cuisines and gives you taste buds as same as back from..."
Vinod19
"Great kerala parotta. Been here many times love the parotta and coconut lagoon chicken curry. The beef fry is also a must..."
Lakshmi Devi
"Geat food. We went in to try this place. Great south indian food. We had three curries and each curry had its own taste. Would love to go back and..."
Sunny Reen
"Fresh and tasty.. Great food, great service, The best we have had so far (and we have tryied a lot), defenitly will come..."
Natavivas
"All round performer. The BEST Indian restaurant in Melbourne. A little bit of patience is required since food is prepared fresh and it tastes..."
Antonyb02
"Delicious food. I was recommended to go here by a friend and I in turn recommend it to everyone. Great restaurant, best eggplant masala and best ever..."
Reine Betts
"Great South Indian and Bombay Chinese food!!!. Coming from Bombay, we were so happy that at last we found a restaurant here in Melbourne that severed..."
Mtd
"Excellent food and service! Best masala dosa..."
Alberto Borghi
"Excellent Food !. Went to Coconut Lagoon with my family. My only 2 words are – LOVED IT. The dishes were authentic Southern Indian dishes. It is..."
Chrisoosay
"Kerala Buffet. The Tuesday night buffet experience was very authentic and lots of fun. It's not every day you get to eat string hoppers and iddly's,..."
Masterpeterghall
"Good South Indian (Kerala) food and worth wait. Other than waiter being a bit arrogant, rest is all..."
Selginjoei
"The Best Indian Food Hands down. My family and I are foodies and try out different restaurants regularly. I would rate this restaurant in the..."
Drneilraj
"Just ordered a takeaway tonight. Great change to the usual bland Indian restaurant dishes. Loved the fava bean chef's special and the bhindi masala -..."
Red Rabbit
"Awesome Food!! It was a d.... Awesome Food!!It was a delight for south Indian food, we ordered for Chilli chicken and panner for entrée..."
Infant Arumairaj
"Awesome awesome food... N it's a buffet, means eat as much as you..."
Raakhee Nagaonkar-Suneet
"Great :). I was craving a masala dosa, and dreaded trying to find somewhere that serves South Indian food in the Northern suburbs. Found it!! I..."
Nikiik
"Authentic South Indian food...yum!. Their Tuesday night banquet (all you can eat) is fresh and aplenty. A wide selection of beef, fish and vegetarian..."
Diner
"Fantastic!. Got some food delivered last night and it was fantastic. Food took about 50 mins to arrive, which is pretty good for a Saturday night. We..."
RSinha
"Good food but staff were arrogant. I ordered the beef pepper fry which was excellent. The fish molee was good as well. All of the food was good but..."
Anonymous
"It's a lovely restaurant with great food. Love it. The best Dosa ever eaten. Keep it up too..."
Goodgourmet
"Thanks coconut lagoon. Heyy,the onam sadya was fab. this occassion gave me an opportunity to meet one of my old friend from school. thanku coconut..."
Amy Fernandis
"Delicious Sadya. I decided to go to Coconut Lagoon and that too because one of my friend highly recommended it to me. The food....i have no..."
Sara Dsena
"One of my best experience in Melbourne..I went last week for the Onam sadhya Lunch..the Food & Service were so good, that I came again today, it was..."
Anna
"Go for this excellent fine dining experience and let me know if u can find a better one. In 27years i have never come accross a better one. Best..."
Frank
"Tasty. Great food, good value and friendly attentive staff. Worth a visit on the buffet night.This South Indian cuisine is a good change from..."
Erdmann
"Love 'Coconut Lagoon'. I love this Indian restaurant in Heidelberg Heights, they Specialises in South Indian dishes so if you go I recommend going..."
Natties
"Pleasantly surprised about the quality of the food, all dishes had great depth of flavours and reasonable serves. Standout dish was the mutton pepper..."
Mosca
"Great food. And lots of it, be careful just how much you order. Not expensive. We are going back with more..."
Hoppy
"I never been to south Indian place before but friends believe me one of best places with ample of varieties specially chicken curry, beef curry,..."
Ali
"Good food and service. There wasn't a dish that was not tasty. Return to it I..."
Yoda
"Fabuluous!. Authentic and excellent Kerala food! Also has a selection of North Indian dishes if you are not adventurous. Must try the Mutton pepper..."
Jacko
"The food here is amazing. Visited 2 times and it was great. You can feel the taste of Kerala when you go there. Porotta here is just like what we get..."
MIDHUN PRAKASH
"The food is made fresh and it's delicious! Such a gem in the area. The spicy fried lamb is the best! Will definitely..."
JT Guide
"Great place for authentic South Indian food! A little on the expensive side..."
Chelsea Manavas
"Amazing authentic Kerala food! We visited for the first time for Kerala night buffet, which happens on Tuesdays! The spread was excellent and tasted..."
Pramatha Bopanna
"100% authentic kerala food . Loved the food . Especially the pepper chicken is a definite no miss . There is a long wait . But totally worth it as..."
Shiva Shukla
The Train Yard
The Train Yard
85/100 (1554 ratings)
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"Have had coffee on a few seperate occasions here and had brunch for the first time today. Service was fast and friendly, the beer garden is..."
Amelia Kelso
"Had a beautiful lunch with my wife here the other day. I had the brisket sandwich and she had the wagyu beef burger which were both excellent. Lively..."
Trevor Gilbert
"Such an amazing vibe, the staff are so nice and the service is amazing. The breakfast was to die for and I cant wait to go back on a Saturday night..."
Jimmy Williams
"Had a great night last night at the Train Yard. The back deck area was great. The retractable roof and outdoor heating is a great bonus. The food was..."
David Melli
"I had my 30th celebrations in the courtyard and it was absolutely fabulous! I have had nothing but comments on the venue and the staff from my..."
Sass Elle
"Amazing. Friendliest service, bar and floor....I played the gig here tonight, and was treated to a few Coburg Lager beers, and a small taste of some..."
Nick Cushen
"Come here for breakfast/brunch quite often. The benedict is my fave. Eggs were hard-poached this time - mildly disappointing, but still delicious...."
Kirstyn Macdonald
"Walked in was seated quickly, great vibe until the male waiter was a bit short with us while ordering drinks.. However the food was amazing and the..."
Heather Millar
"Had the smashed avo. They let me replace the egg with some sauteed mushrooms and it was just great. Really fresh and delicious food. Service is great..."
Emily Rose Natoli
"Great place coffee is nice and staff was..."
Mr Foodie
"I thought the beef burger was really good there wasgood service..."
Jolinzheng1216
"I have gone to this cafe multiple times over the last couple of years and have always enjoyed their food and coffee. Some of my favourite dishes is..."
Anneliese
"We loved 😍This place is conveniently located right next to the train station as a the name suggests. We loved the atmosphere and wide..."
Withaknifeandfork
"We went in for just coffee, on friday evening. They are open late on fridays and they have happy hour plus live music later night.Coffee was..."
Taylor
"Spacious, light-filled cafe in Heidelberg with outdoor seating too. Coffee was great, and I had the panko-crumbed eggs which were delicious. Nice..."
Fatcat
"Stepped in for a quick lunch today as my husband has often raved about this place; and it didn't disappoint. Have to mention the ambience here;..."
The Spice Adventuress
"We recently threw a 21st birthday party in the decked area out the back and it was a huge success! Stacey the function manager was a dream, she was..."
Gabrielle Dimech
"Best cafe to eat at in the Heidelberg area! Panko crumbed eggs are the best! Also the beef burger is really good! Can be loud when busy but otherwise..."
Louise Cross
"Had my 50th birthday party on Saturday 9th March and was so impressed with the staff, food and professionalism. A big huge thank you to Stacie,..."
Bernadette Jerram
"Cute cafe with a lovely seating area out the back. So cool being able to see the train go over when it passes. Just liking having a train in your..."
Eating With Ebony
"I don’t eat here often but the coffees and drink menu is great, and they were happy to alter the smoothies to dairy free for me. Lovely customer..."
Laura
"Been here twice and food was great both times. First time I got the French toast and second time the waffles - beautiful both times. Staff are..."
Emily
"Quick and polite service. Coffee was great! I had the green bowl and it was amazing! It also has a great outdoor deck area with a bar at the back so..."
Jenna Brindley
"Nice atmosphere and lovely staff. Had a coffee and some good ol crumpets with butter and vegemite. Good coffee with a strong but rounded bean with a..."
The Biker Foodie
"Went here like two days ago for lunch with my partner. We both work in cafes ourselves so we know how good coffee should taste. This place was..."
Miss Mads
"Had the Oat and Quinoa porridge, it was delicious, with a fruit salad mixed with ginger and maple. Great food for a cold winter morning. Great..."
Joanne Williams
"Great burger place,thought it was more if a BBQ place but they didn't have much BBQ avail and have a pissy little smoker out back.Brisket burger..."
Sinkas
"It’s a 3.7 for me. Nice sized space inside. Not too noisy either. Lovely outdoor area as well.I started with a lovely long black..."
Two Sheds
"food was delicious 🤤👌🏼🚂 i had the “brunch bowl” that included brown rice, avocado, sweet potato, beetroot, tomatoes and hommus..."
Foodadventureswithliv
"Loved the venue and the vibe, but I was a bit disappointed with the ratios with the food.  I ordered the avo on sourdough (as I so often do),..."
Susan
"Been a while since I wanted to try this Cafe! I wish I could have come earlier! Enjoyed my soy latte and fresh croissant ! Really liked the deck !..."
Zomatoaddict
"A buzzing place. Friendly and attentive staffs. The best by far in the area for me.My latte was good so was the French banana..."
Dip Grg
"I had the pokè bowl here with chicken and it was DELISH. The tall lady with the Canadian accent was an absolute delight. It is friendly service like..."
Cookiekath
"Food was fantastic. Service is great. The environment in this cafe is funky and casual. Love the outdoor area. Good size portions. Kids menu is very..."
Jo Johnstone
"Wasn't expecting much after reading the reviews but j needed somewhere to eat before work. It was a boiling day and although the air conditioner was..."
FoodingAroundMelbourne
"Been here multiple times and will keep coming back! The food is amazing and well presented, with really nice burgers. The drinks are great as well...."
James
"Great to see something like this appear in Heidelberg, a place short of quality offerings. Atmosphere and food is quite good, but still room to..."
Alistair
"This place is amazing. The food is delicious , coffee is great and their burgers are absolutely fantastic. I'm definitely going back to this place..."
Lou Baschiera
"No wheelchair access indoors. Wheelchair access outdoors- seating limited. No accessible bathroom. Table service so definitely doable to..."
Ramp It Up
"Waiter was exceptionally friendly and made my 5 year old and all of us feel very welcome despite the early hour on a Sunday. Food was beautifully..."
Quicksmart
"Just a stone's throw away from the Heidelberg Train Station, The Train Yard is a popular amongst locals. Heaps of seats inside and outside in the..."
Don'tMessWithMyFood
"Burgundy Street is a hub of local activity for the Heidelberg community. The Train Yard is quite a large cafe and restaurant that extends this..."
A Chronicle Of Gastronomy
"Really enjoyed this lovely cafe! We had a group of 9 including 3 babies so it was great that we could actually book a table beforehand as very few..."
SweetSash
"Ratio Decidendi: When it comes to word associations, the only thing I’ve previously known Heidelberg for has been the Austin hospital. Thanks to..."
Dimsumforone
"Great food! Beautifully cooked meat, the best sweet potato chips I've had for a long time, a lovely atmosphere with some live music that gives a..."
Carla
"It’s easy to see why this place is a favourite among the locals! Very spacious outdoor area with a retractable roof and a nice bar, perfect place..."
Must Be Hungry
"I came here in a semi bad mood due to having a bad experience at Miss Marie prior to walking here. I was seated straight away despite the..."
Miss Laura
"We came here on Sunday morning for brunch. I had the crumpets with marscapone, pear and apple compote which were yummy and my daughter had a flaky,..."
Kirsty Manders
"Really satisfying late breakfast here a couple of weeks back with friends. A buzzing location, quick and friendly service, tasty food and drinks and..."
Leo Hogan
"The train yard is located right in the heart of Heidelberg - such a prime position and surrounded by some lovely shops too!! Their house smoked meats..."
Misscleanliving
"Heading north for today's adventure we're off to brunch at 'The Train Yard' in Heidelberg. With a name like that you betcha it's within walking..."
Charlie Daniels (Curious Charlie)
"***Updated ReviewAfter what felt like the most longers drive home from Phillip Island we wanted to grab a bite before we got home. We could..."
Split The Bill
"Great breakfasts, so many good options on the menu. The avo breakfast with a poached egg and whipped feta is a double thumbs up. As is the scotch..."
LifeInTheNorth
"Had the AVO on toast it was lovely. Service was ok. ..."
Nural Omer
"We recently took a trip to Heidelberg to visit @thetrainyard. Great venue with a bar set up outside! Breakfast lunch or dinner you'll be happy. Here..."
DamoForce Food
"Fantastic vibes, friendly staff, and delicious food. What more could you ask for? On the competitive Burgandy St, The Train Yard could well be the..."
M. Wilcocks
"Went there with a few friends and enjoyed having a really good burger and a few drinks in there great courtyard, I would certainly return..."
Mark Dixon
"The setting was amazing, we sat in the yard and it was so cute and had a really relaxed vibe! I couldn't decide what to order and went for the..."
Mary Pisasale
"Mrs B, baby B and myself found this place completely fortuitously whilst strolling the high street. We sat down in the lovely back yard deck next to..."
Byron's Vanilla Slice Blog
"The Train Yard, formerly the Vyve has been trying hard to keep up with food trends and at times have been unable to hit the mark. They are however,..."
Mitochondria Powerhouse
"Bit confused with this place. We've been twice...first time delicious, second time average. First time we had burgers and they were cooked perfectly,..."
Kylie Angelika
"Had the New York bagel with egg, bacon and haloumi here this morning and it was pretty good.   Juice is ridiculously over priced ($9).    Some..."
Dave B
"Went with a group for lunch. The staff were very accommodating. The food was lovely, good sizes and decently priced. Will definitely come here again...."
Lisa Johnstone
"The food was delicious, service friendly and atmosphere great. We sat in the outside courtyard which was lonely under the sun. We..."
Brunch And Lunching
"Finally found a place to eat on burgundy street. The train yard is a definite place to come and eat. Burgers were delicious, the fried chicken with..."
Saady
"Came in on a busy Sunday morning, but was greeted at the door with a smile and was seated in reasonable timeThe food was insanely..."
Christian Ratnayake
"Popped in for a breakfast and coffee early on a Saturday morning. It started well after I ordered a 'magic' and not an eyebrow was raised. Coffee was..."
JDP79
"Bring back the halloumi fritters!!! Perlease!! Great food and atmosphere! Great coffee. Great for the kids. Great for breakfasts. And I still need..."
James Wright
"Tasty food (had the pulled pork wrap), nice Coburg lager and a good atmosphere. Embracing the train running past the back is a good idea. Will come..."
Three Courses
"I visited before the name change, when i was visiting the medical facilities just up the road. Great little spot. Big selection on the menus. In that..."
Cameron Hill
"We had visited the train yard for coffee and cake after their name change. We decided to try them for Sunday breakfast. We had the 'Gourmet Scramble'..."
Susmita Sinharoy
"Love the new fit out and menu! Food is always delicious and staff very attentive! Can always guarantee it's going to be a good experience - reliable,..."
GCFoodie
"Had no idea this place existed in Burgundy Street and was pleasantly surprised to find it open on a public holiday. We sat out the front and the wait..."
Jacqueline Milburn
"After a 35 km cycling rides with the Nomads, we stopped by to have a well deserved refreshing beer and although the sizes can be a little confusing,..."
Abdurahman Katamish
"Had the burger at train yard with a pint at the back seating area. Have to say it is a good burger, however opt for the bacon & avo add..."
Handre Louw
"Went here for breakfast. Nice menu with kids options..."
Toby Gall
"An absolute credit to the manager and owner re the staff at Train Yard. The kindness, friendliest and huge smiles every time you enter the Cafe makes..."
Sarah
"Comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. I enjoyed the coffee very much. My crumpets and honey were fresh a bit special. I would definitely go again and..."
Paul Minty
"Amazing chicken tenders. Friendly staff and pleasant laid back atmosphere. Parking can be a pain at some times but if you've already stopped nearby..."
jorlejoca
"Fabulous warm courtyard a delightful place to wait a little for my spicy chicken burger - the chilli jam was sumptuous and set off the serving..."
Mikee E
Elia Greek Tavern
Elia Greek Tavern
85/100 (684 ratings)
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"Absolutely delicious! I highly recommend Elia. The food was incredible. The lamb just melts in the mouth and the lemon potatoes were divine. The..."
Sarah Snell
"Talk about yum in the tum! We've been twice since opening because we just can't get enough of the delectable food, contemporary decor and all round..."
Angelique Demetriou
"Had a wonderful experience at Elia Greek tavern. The restaurant had beautiful decor and a great vibe and the food was amazing, traditional Greek food..."
Rebecca Koklas
"Love the cosy yet modern vibe at Elia. The food is delicious and the service is excellent. I'll be making this place my regular for Greek..."
Jolet Ucchino
"love this place. food and service are top notch. Eliά will be on our regulars..."
Annie Stanogias
"From the moment i walked in, i was blown away by the fresh, vibrant feel of the place. We chose almost everything on the menu and enjoyed it all...."
Jordan Vecchio
"Had an amazing experience at Elia Greek Tavern. The food was absolutely sensational. Great service and very friendly staff that made you feel at..."
Nicole Cipri
"I am still dreaming of the keftedes and pretty much everything else. This place is a must try! Thanks for having us..."
Thaya Nikou
"Great food and service... i highly recommend..."
Con Gerostathos
"Food is cooked with care and love. The Barramundi was so tender and juicy! Wine list was surprisingly very good as..."
James Davey
"Incredible traditional Greek food with a modern twist! Love the small share plates, the grilled octopus a must try! Congratulations, well done!..."
Evelyn Vas
"You won’t leave hungry and the food, atmosphere and staff are..."
Robbie Hancock
"I went to Elia on Sunday night for the first time and found the food to be amazing. The dips,slow cooked lamb,pork belly,lamb cutlets were all yummy...."
Jenny Marinelli
"Thoroughly enjoyed our meal. Food was fabulous. Service excellent. Only downside $10 a bottle corkage. Will be..."
Debbie Finch
"Loved the traditional Greek food, with a modern twist, it was absolutely delicious! The atmosphere and service was fantastic. Definitely found my..."
Maria Nikolarakos
"Fantastic Greek! Modern twist on traditional meals! Decor, menu and staff are fantastic! Looking forward to going back. Congrats on such a great new..."
Rachael Grisold
"Absolutely loved the modern take on all the dishes but still keeping the authentic flavours of Greece! Brilliant food, even better service and love..."
Justine Fitzgerald
"Amazing Greek cuisine. Modern, delicious Greek food. Lamb was 10/10 and so was the fish of the day which was a baby snapper. Salads were awesome...."
LN
"I walked out with a big grin on my face and a very full belly! Every item on the set menu for Elia Greek Taverns 2nd Birthday emobied food..."
Tharinda Medonza
"10/10 for food, service & atmosphere. Great variety and quantity in the banquet - lamb shoulder is a must, falls straight off the bone. Will..."
Natasha Stevanoski
"Was in the area and searching for a place for dinner when we came across Elia on Zomato Gold. And the food was simply amazing! Every dish came out..."
Lil’MissNyonya
"I came here randomly after being in the area and was extremely surprised at how good the food was! I ordered the bread, dips & lamb shoulder, all of..."
Tom Loves 🥘
"Simply great night out. Food come out fast, service was friendly, quality of the food was very good, had lamb shoulder, grilled peppers, grain..."
Frank Spina
"Delicious modern Greek tavern. Staff very attentive and helpful with the menu. We had the mixed dips with pita - when they saw we had run out they..."
Angela Domenica
"Good quality Greek tavern in the middle of the suburbsModern Greek at its bestStaff are quick and alertMeal sizes are..."
Jonathan Voulgaris
"We loved it. The service and the food and location were all excellent. Orange semifredo desert was a standout, as was the char grilled barramundi...."
Bodhimovementonline
"This place is super local for us so we decided to pop in! The food is really tasty & the service is really good! I wish they served some gyros or..."
Thebrunchgirls
"Went to dinner here and really enjoyed it! Really busy restaurant! It was my mums birthday and they made it special for her! Food was lovely. Will..."
Courtney Bird
"Fantastic from the time we walked in the door. Service was second to none and food was spot on.Elia was recommended by friends and it did..."
Scotty
"Visited on a Saturday night and it was busy with good atmosphere. This place is delicous. Try the fish, it's amazing. Also the saganaki and lamb are..."
Rem Delle
"Visited this restaurant with friends for dinner. Lovely to see a modern stylish restaurant on Burgundy Street serving delicious food. Staff were..."
Mrs D
"Love Elia!!! Have dined here multiple times and every time we visit we are greeted with friendly staff and delicious food. How lucky are we to have..."
AEC
"Really impressed, as a local I had dined at the prior Village Tavern but I certainly believe Elia is a step up with yummy Greek food presented..."
John Gee
"I eat out a fair bit and I’ve been to a lot of Greek Restaurants but Elia was amazing. I honestly have not had seafood like theirs since I was..."
Adrianna Bogdanovski
"I came to this restaurant as a fan on the older, archaic restaurant that preceded them. They have taken suburban Greek food to another level in our..."
Oswald
"Dined here last night and was super impressed! Decor was amazing, not something you would expect from a suburban restaurant. Service was quick and..."
Sarah Alper Jenkins
"Had been to the old venue a few times so was looking forward to trying the updated version. It didn’t disappoint! Food was very tasty, well..."
T-Yum
"Dined at Elia last night and was really impressed with the food, fitout and service. Lamb was the best I have eaten and the salads were all really..."
Socrates Ioannou
"Elia is a beautiful Greek restaurant that provides great service and delicious traditional Greek food! I came here for dinner and was so impressed..."
Stephanie Jade
"Came here on a Saturday night and it was extremely busy but service was still very friendly and attentive.Started with a sweet saganaki (roasted..."
Greg Stan
"The best Greek outside of Greece, I thoroughly enjoyed dining at this restaurant. The lamb melted in my mouth and the sweet saganaki was so..."
Jessica Takla
"Our party of 4 dined at the Elia last evening. I was disappointed when the previous Tavern closed – we had many very enjoyable meals there – but..."
Frank Meredith
"Wowee!!!! I was in food heaven from my first bite!! Prawn saganaki was to die for, octopus was amazing. Lamb melted in my mouth. Thankyou for your..."
Vicky Panagopoulos
"Elia offers the best geek food with a modern twist. I will definitely be returning. The lamb shoulder were to die for! Succulent meat that just melts..."
Natalie Mercuri
"Started with the calamari which was soft and tasty. I had the market fish and my better half had the lamb skewers. We shared the delicious lemon..."
Melbourne Foodie
"Simply Fantastic. Cannot go past the lamb shoulder or pork belly, both were delicious. Friendly service and a bubbly atmosphere is exactly what I'd..."
Sot Ioannidis
"Great experience I had at Elia, it ticked all my boxes for food and service. I Will definitely be recommending Elia my friends ad family and heading..."
James Longo
"Fabulous venue, wonderful service and delicious food! We opted for the banquet menu... do not pass up this offering- try all the yummy authentic..."
Chiba
"Went on a Friday night, full house but absolutely could accommodate our table of 8. Started with a round of cocktails (which were perfect) and was..."
Lauren Bliem
"We recently dined at Elia Tavern and the food was delicious!! We had banquet number one which consisted of bread and dips (the dips were so tasty and..."
Bubbababy
"In a word....DELICIOUS!!! My first experience at Elia was for an engagement party that I was invited to. The venue was perfect. It looked fabulous..."
Vanessaparkes411
"My favourite Greek restaurant! The prawn saganaki is a must. It has a beautiful rich red tomato sauce with large prawns. Recommend to order a side of..."
Olivia
"Place is very nice and modern. Food was nice the lamb shoulder was delicious, the lemon potatoes were ok. The dips were ok bread was a little..."
Saady
"Wow! The food was just amazing with it’s authentic yet innovative twist on Greek cuisine, accompanied by impeccable service and cosy surroundings,..."
Marissa-71
"Amazing food! Really fresh melt in the mouth lamb shoulder. Everything we ordered was full of flavour and delicious. The staff were friendly and..."
Tania
"Highly recommend , everything was spot on - food, service , atmosphere . From our entree of saganaki gluko ( this was amazing a bit of a twist..."
Jane Howard
"Loved the traditional Greek food, with a modern twist, it was absolutely delicious! The atmosphere and service was fantastic. Definitely found my..."
MariaN
"Elia was phenomenal.For two people we had:2 small shares: dolmades and saganaki with fresh bread1 large share: slow cooked..."
J
"had a lovely experience there with the family. Food was amazing and great value. As a vegetarian it was good to go to a place where we all good..."
Cristina Digby
"Decent authentic Greek experience! Friendly staff, bustling environment....classical sat night vibes for a good night. Lamb was super juicy,..."
Prateek Ghosh
"We had a special occasion on Sunday and a group of 20 had a gorgeous, delicious time at Elia. Many commented it was the best Greek good they'd eaten...."
Katherine Frawley
"Delicious modern Greek food! Friendly staff and large portion sizes! Will be..."
Sera M
"I don’t even know where to begin with this amazing restaurant! Best lamb shoulder in Melbourne hands down! Everything from the sides, mains to the..."
Jelena Djokic
"Food was delicious, highly recommend the beef cheeks & lamb..."
Host
"The combination of dolmades & slow cooked braised lamb shoulder was simply superb. Will be back here..."
Mehdi Youssefi Matak
"Excellant. Great food. Waiter was wonderful. He was happy and pleasant. He brought the cake over after our meal and sang Happy birthday with us to..."
Elaine Scott
Zeins Authentic
Zeins Authentic
84/100 (718 ratings)
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Mid-range
"Finally checked out this cute and great cafe in the Heidelberg area! First thing I noticed was how beautiful and inviting the interior is!..."
Anneliese
"beautiful cafe for breakfast lunch and dinner inspired by authentic Lebanese food located in Heidelberg, I absolutely loved it at Zeins! i loved the..."
Foodadventureswithliv
"Invited for brekkie Zeins brings a Lebanese twist to classic cafe menu. Zeins have both indoor and outdoor seating for those sunny days. I ordered..."
Melb_Belly
"Semi-hideen gem - One of the best restaurants in Banyule and some of the best Lebanese food in..."
Brian M
"Went to Zeins yesterday and ordered three incredible dishes being the gluten free pancakes, the Lebanese breakfast board and the fritters. I was..."
Celia Chan
"Zeins is a lovely cafe, beautiful interior and a comfortable outdoor sitting area too.We started off with some coffees which were great!..."
Simmyeats.Melb
"eins Authentic, a Lebanese inspired café and restaurant located in downtown Heidelberg.We were so much looking forward to visit this café,..."
Eatwithhendri
"The staff are very friendly at this cafe! Food was YUM and came pretty quickly. I asked for ONE extra piece of sourdough and instead was given a..."
BIRCHER QUEEN 👑
"Great place for catchups. Large selection of gluten-free and vegan friendly options on menu.Staff were friendly and..."
Rose Chor
"So we have been searching for more vegan and gluten free friendly places to dine at as we have a few friends need dietary requirements. So happy to..."
The_littlehungrylife
"Zeins have changed my mind about Lebanese food and usually I’m not a big fan of it. On the day we had:- Calamari salad- Barramundi along..."
Harmony
"We visited Zeins Authentic recently for a late lunch. They were opened until 3pm, so it was perfect timing for us. We ordered the Calamari..."
Jess (@isthatmyfood)
"We had a great Sunday brunch here yesterday!! We tried three dishes and two smoothies and all was presented so well. Smashed Avo, Mamas falafel bowl..."
Cafesinmelbourne
"Visited Zeins Authentic in the heart of Heidelberg yesterday to catch up with my good friend for brunch. ATMOSPHERE:We sat outside the..."
Ebony Rose
"lebanese inspired brunch🥞 zeins pancake🌽 famous fritters🥑 nourish bowl🏚: Zeins Authentic📍:..."
Sense Of Food
"4.5We dined at Zeins Authenic is a busy Saturday night. Welcomed by friendly staff and ushered into a welcoming venue. I do enjoy an Lebanese..."
Espy Eats
"In the busy main street of Heidelberg nestles the coolest cafe in town, serving up a delicious Lebanese fusion menu and fantastic coffee. The cafe..."
Morgs71
"What a hidden gem in Heidelberg. Lebanese brunch is definitely something new in Melbourne. We loved the unique menu from grilled Barra to fresh..."
One.hungry.girl10
"I came here w a friend as a plus one for brunch. This is a great cafe in the main street of Heidelberg I initially ordered a Banana Nut Smoothie..."
Timinmelbourne
"A LEBANESE FEAST IN THE HEART OF HEIDELBERG.We came here on a Sunday morning and we were impressed with many things!The venue was..."
Eatingtravellingcouple
"@zeinsauthentic in Heidelberg has your breakfast sorted! Serving up Lebanese fusion treats, from the tastiest fritters in memory, to a nourish bowl..."
Bigmelbappetite
"To describe @zeinsauthentic as the most Asle ( authentic ) and Dakar ( epic) restaurant would truly be an understatement ... why you may ask? ✴✴..."
Melbournemojoeats FoodBlogger
"Heidleberg is a very unexplored suburb for me and yet it is so close by. We were absolutely gobsmacked to find that most of the breakfast menu is..."
LifestyleByLily
"Zeins authentic is so welcoming on the busy street in Heidelberg. I love the outside tables because it means I get to bring my furry bestie. We..."
KnowingMelbourne
"A cafe who have based their menu on a twist between authentic Lebanese and modern Melbourne brunchZein’s Fritters ~ Sweet potato corn..."
Breakfast_Adventurers
"What a great time we had at Zeins! We absolutely loved the menu and couldn’t wait to taste the food. The Vegan peanut butter pancakes were amazing...."
We8melbourne
"I had brunch here yesterday with my wife, and the food was amazing. Loved the fritters stack w/ smashed avo. The banana nut smoothie was great, and..."
David Crawford
"Zeins Authentic is an awesome, modern cafe located in Heidelberg, that offers a Lebanese twist to their menu. Their staff were very friendly and..."
Brunchdotcom
"We went for brunch today and had a delicious vegan friendly meal. There's really decent vegan options including PANCAKES! I had the vegan Shakshuka,..."
LeeshsSugarHigh
"If you love Lebanese food, you’ll love Zeins! We had an amazing time just relaxing and eating delicious food in our local suburb of Heidelberg. The..."
Tara & Christian
"Got to experience Zeins at a brunch event. The place had a rustic feel yet with beautiful floral decor inside. (perfect for those IG photos ;) ) This..."
Vanessa (TheJumpingDumpling)
"What a great place, my coffee was superb & brunch was amazing! I was very impressed with all the meals I got to sample but the pancakes..."
EatOutWithJo
"I had the pleasure of attending Zeins the other day for an absolute feast. What a wonderful venue on the main Heidelberg strip. With a..."
Nikki Wishart
"We had such an amazing time at Zeins Authentic! We loved the amazing service from the team here and the range of food they serve!Definitely will..."
EatorTreat
"A cosy cafe with the friendliest staff. The seats are quite close. Nice interior and warm lighting.Gluten free pancakes - semi crisp and..."
Cookielessvee
"Amazing experience here with fellow foodies. Food drinks and service were all amazing, and I will definitely come back..."
Sarah Perri
"Attending Brunch Club at Zeins was an absolute treat with Middle Eastern cuisines on the menu. I was rather impressed with the extensive range of..."
Sweetoothbrunches
"Brunch club 4.0 recently was organised at @zeinsauthentic and we all had an amazing time.Zeins Authentic serves food that combines the..."
We.eat.travel.love
"Zeins is a Lebanese place that’s within walking distance from the Heidelberg train station. First glimpse of the menu and I realised that I..."
Joanne | Melbournecitay
"Zein Authentic has a beautiful flower wall and beautiful lighting.The chicken skewers had plenty of flavour with a tasty yoghurt dip served..."
Marnie
"What a beautiful venue right in the middle of Heidy. Awesome attentive staff, beautiful savoury and sweet food (the vegan pancakes, smoothie bowl and..."
C F
"Very enjoyable meal here. The flavours were nice and the portions generous. I have found cafes in this area to be frankly hit and miss but I would..."
Yume Yume
"The first thing I thought about this place was: 🧜‍♂️Yes, before visiting Zeins Authentic, I am not really sure why, evertytime I..."
Ines Fernandes
"A great place to enjoy traditional Lebanese food with a friendly ambience and service. For entree, we had the Malfouf (baked cabbage rolls stuffed..."
The Spice Adventuress
"I went to Zein's for lunch and I was so impressed with the variety on the menu, not to mention the many Vegan and Gluten Free options! The..."
Jessica Sargeant (Unbeleafablefood)
"I’ve never had Lebanese cuisine before & I’m glad I tried it here for the first time!The atmosphere of the restaurant was really nice,..."
Melanie (ForeverBrunching)
"Real rating 4.4 ⭐️ We were around Heidelberg a few months back and decided to visit Zeins Authentic! Here’s what we..."
Win - FSC
"We had a great Mediterranean brunch at Zeins Authentic and it was a little different to other cafes we’ve been to. The corn fritters and banana..."
Kheng OMNOM
"Amazing meatball entree, and yummy breakfast options too, I’ve been here many times and the menu is delicious however the fried entrees aren’t my..."
Laura
"Zein’s Authentic is a cute Lebanese-inspired cafe/restaurant that’s pretty new to the brunch scene. Located on the busy streets of Heidelberg,..."
Stelly
"What a find! These guys have combined modern Melbourne brunch with authentic Lebanese food and oh my goodness does it work. They have heaps of vegan..."
Top Food Melbourne
"Located along Burgundy Street Heidelberg, Zein’s Authentic serves up Lebanese food from breakfast through to dinner.Visiting for brunch..."
The Brunch Specialist
"Food is fresh and generous portion sizes. Good variety on the menu. Staff are also on the ball. Coffee is great. Will be back to try the..."
Ange Melas
"Good tasty food with a different twist especially for breakfast . The menu sounded good and hard to choose but the flavours were amazing and sizes..."
Karl
"Picked up some takeaway from here on a Friday night for me and my partner after work. I didn’t order until I got there, not having Lebanese food..."
Ironic Foodie
"How can this place only have a 3.4?  The flavours are amazing, the service is outstanding, the coffee is good!  I had the meatballs on couscous..."
Susan
"I love this little Lebanese restaurant it always impresses. Went for dinner this time and the food was amazing. Staff were lovely and the owner even..."
Lys
"Had a lovely dinner here the other night. Service was attentive, friendly but not intrusive. We had the meatballs and eggplant for entree - both..."
Mrs Mark
"Had coffee and cake with my 5 year old son and very impressed that the barista gave him a free baklava after he paid for the first one by himself, he..."
Quicksmart
"Great location. Wait staff are lovely and professional. Food is great. Good to have a Lebanese spin on the traditional Aussie cafe. Unfortunately..."
Holly Taylor
"Good venue for local area. On street that has so many options for breakfast lunch or dinner this is a place that will not disappoint. The calamari..."
Chefosaurus
"Nice local place that has Lebanese food with a modern twist. I had fatteh, which is chickpeas and fried Lebanese bread in yoghurt and tahini..."
YesNoMelbourne
"Found this gem accidentally while looking for another place and decided to give it a go, we weren't disappointed. I had an eye fillet with potatoes,..."
Robert Stephenson
"Really nice food and atmosphere. It's a welcome addition to the Heidelberg food culture as it brings a unique flair. Casual coffee or sit down..."
Daniel
"Couldn't fault it! Delicious coffee, breaky and sweet treats. Beautiful customer service too. Wish we lived closer so it could be our regular..."
Talitha
"We recently came here for dinner and had the set menu which was lovely. Very generous servings that are full of flavour and well balanced. Very..."
Jessica
"Very good coffee and Lebanese coffee is made authentically as well yum. Have had various meals here for something different and servings are generous..."
Svm
"I can't say it's the best or the worst. Consistency of quality & the taste bit different now & then at that place. Bit like home cooking but bit..."
MelbfoodCritic
"Very simple shop, but great welcoming staff, nice menu and very good varieties of Lebanese cuisineFood is well prepared, feels like home..."
Ali Al Joboory
"Calling it - definitely the best breakfast on Burgundy street! Interesting menu, had the Lebanese sausage scramble and the halumi with poached eggs -..."
Star Anise
"Great value byo option. Good honest Lebanese food which is very tasty. Nice service. Relaxed atmosphere. Good value all round. Lots to like,..."
Two Sheds
"One of the best lamb salad dishes I have ever had. Was shocked when it came out and even more when I tasted it. The humus around the bowl was fresh,..."
Dom Piet
"I am so happy to spend my Sunday lunch with my friends in Zeins. A nice and quiet environment and tatsy dish of falafel and chips. Every one in my..."
Alireza Asadi
"My partner and I went there the other night. The food was amazing, everything was cooked perfectly, everything had so much flavour to it but nothing..."
Aqua-Lyn Spencer
"Best value seafood platter around. $42 for a massive platter - was shocked when it wasn't for two! Dips were rich, creamy and balanced. Bravo team...."
Mat APH
"Located in Heidelberg, Zein’s Authentic offers an extensive all day menu with a Lebanese twist. Visiting for brunch we ordered the chilli soujuk..."
The Brunch Specialist
"Tuck into a delicious Middle Eastern feast here, featuring dishes such lamb shank, lamb cutlets and falafels, and also sweet treats and pretty..."
Hello. imnikki
"Absolutely loved this place! There are so many options on the menu and such a great variety. All the food we got was full of flavour and very tasty...."
Jen/Kay Top
"Great ambience and service. Delicious breakfast..."
Amanda
Sweet By Nature
Sweet By Nature
84/100 (517 ratings)
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"Truly amazing service and everything we have tasted so far both the divine Cakes and the Savory menu are truly amazing. This place has turned my..."
Liane Leicester
"Wonderful customer service, our wedding cake was delicious. It was the only place that would make a gluten free cake with unique flavours. Our Baci..."
Kylie Beachley
"I'm so glad I found Sweetbynature..they baked me the most delicious Red Velvet Cake for my 40th Birthday and delivered the cake to my home!! Highly..."
Michelle L Schilders
"I bloody love this place. We had a hot chocolate (perfect temperature). English breakfast for my mum( again perfect temperature). We purchased..."
Hana Wellington
"Love this place. Fresh ingredients, fabulous cakes in a convenient range of sizes. Red velvet cake and the lamington are amazing. Couple of vegan..."
Tracey Doublet
"It's a gem in northern area! Plenty of dessert varieties and interesting cafe. I went there to get take away desserts. Definitely will be back to try..."
Stephanie H
The Alleyway Cafe
The Alleyway Cafe
79/100 (614 ratings)
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Buddha bowl
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Ricotta & Blueberry Hotcake
matcha latte
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Vege Big Brekkie
Chilli scramble
Acai Super Bowl
Burger and fries
Crumbed Onion Rings
Wagyu Burger
Burger
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Apple Juice
Almond Latte
Calamari Salad
Chilli Scrambled Eggs
Corn Fritters
Buffalo Wings
Corn Fritter Stack
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"Would definitely recommend, I will certainly be coming back. Lots of choice for food and drink. Coffee was fabulous and Breakfast was devine - large..."
Rebekah Moran
"Absolutely fantastic food & service by the young fella. The burgers & platters are amazing but what takes the cake would have to be the chicken..."
Matt Moz
"Highly recommend The Alleyway, fantastic menu so many options, delicious animal free slices - Snickers slice, the bomb! Friendly and inviting staff..."
Ember Flame
"Great coffee, great food and the atmosphere very warm and friendly would highly..."
Phyllis Brennan
"The coffee was excellent! The acai bowl was fresh and delicious! Great decor and welcoming atmosphere!Friendly and attentive staff! I will definitely..."
Natalia Debski
"A favourite spot for coffee and lunch when I'm down from Brisbane. Delicious food, friendly staff and a short walk to get..."
Peta Lorraine Brough
"Great friendly service & yummy tasty food is always the case at this cafe! Keep up the good work! This cafe is a regular for us! Had the delicious..."
Lirva Mel
"Food was so delicious, very healthy and lots of variety to choose. Absolutely will visit again and recommend to others . The salmon was..."
Merz Dish
"Love the food, spicy chicken wings, the strawberry daiquiris! But most of all the hospitality from Ray and Jon! Thank you for welcoming us to the..."
Kaushalya Troy
"Fantastic cafe with great food and really friendly staff. The lamb and haloumi salad is..."
Imogen Thorn
"The lamb salad was fantastic... the staff provide a great vibe to the..."
Daniel Kapitan
"Great vibe and I’m so lucky that I even get Facebook tips from the team, love..."
Doriana Penso
"Beautiful cafe! The staff are more attractive than the food haha In all seriousness though the food is YUM! Smashed avo only comes with one piece of..."
BIRCHER QUEEN 👑
"i really love this cafe! i came here to catch up with a friend and we both independently ordered the Acai Super Bowl! it was delicious!! i felt so..."
Thuaners
"Sat outside as it is noisier inside. Service is always awesome. Super friendly & accomodating staffs. Baked eggs is highly recommended. One of the..."
LiliAngGo
"Coffee is excellent as expected (One of the highly recommended cafes near Austin Hospital) Today is post nightshift, so I order a light..."
Vicky
"Everything about this place is great. Service ✅ Coffee ✅ Food ✅ Ordered the açai bowl with granola, nice seasonal..."
Jepps
"Best milkshakes I’ve ever had and the friendly staff always make for a great atmosphere..."
Michael D'Agostino
"the standards were all available on the menu with some extra creative additions, such as the tapioca chia pudding porridge which was divine!! a..."
Lisa Ann
"The staff are are friendly, professional and remember your order of you come in a lot. The food is always top notch. Will always come back...."
Robert Zebic
"We were invited to The Alleyway today a spacious cafe in the suburb of Heidelberg. I was absolutely delighted by the Oreo Nutella shake I kicked off..."
Good Food Good Mood
"Matcha cravings SATISFIED!FOOD: I ordered the Matcha Waffles and in terms of taste, it was excellent! The waffle was the perfect texture..."
Jianne Yong
"In the middle of Heidelberg is the most amazing cafe, serving up fantastic coffee and food with exceptional service; so much so, they have garnered..."
Morgs71
"The Alleyway is a gorgeous cafe located in the heart of Heidelberg. Upon entering, I was revealed to a stunning interior, with an open and spacious..."
Stelly
"Being a local, I am surprised it took me this long to go and check out ‘The Alleyway’ down on the busy Burgundy Street. Place on one side of a..."
Nikki Wishart
"Such a nice cafe tucked away in the suburbs of Heilderberg. We ordered -the haloumi burger with sweet potato fries- the fries were soooo crispy..."
Connie
"I visited The Alleyway and was definitely happy with what I received from this Heidelberg cafe. The cafe sports a funky interior and vibrant,..."
@brunchgirl
"I had a beautiful brunch at The Alleyway!The cafe has a lovely, open space. The large floating island with the coffee makers & lots of..."
Melanie (ForeverBrunching)
"Apart from all the lovely things people write about the alleyway, the best part about it is its consistency, every single time I go there I know my..."
Louis Papadopoulos
"Danger or desire? Where there’s an alley, there’s... Sweeney Todd! You’ve all have heard of Johnny Depp role as the famous murderous..."
Ines Fernandes
"I’ve always loved this place! The staff are so friendly, coffee is great and they serve the best smashed avo in Melbourne! Just tried the new menu..."
Farah Halabi
"Thoroughly enjoyed our brunch at The Alleyway! The team is super welcoming right away, and there was ample room inside for us to sit and..."
Jessica Sargeant (Unbeleafablefood)
"dont usually write reviews but thought why notgreat food at the alleywaystaff are always friedly and alertthis cafe has become my new..."
Matthew Foster Jnr
"The Alleyway is my favourite cafe. The best coffee I've ever had. Also delicious food, and sweets to die for. Even when I move house I will still..."
Vlogs By Andrea
"This cafe looks so cool and nice! Their signs are hilarious around the place e.g. "When things go wrong, go right!" and "Watch out for this prick"..."
Some Bunee Loves Food
"My friend & I got the pork Benedict & the big breakfast. The food came out relatively fast after we had ordered & it was busy. The pork Benedict was..."
Eating With Ebony
"Great spot in the burbs for breakfast. I enjoyed my breakfast here. Service was good, quick and attentive. Definitely adding this one to the..."
Jill
"3.5This morning for breakfast I grabbed an almond chai latte (an authentic chai with leaves) it was served piping hot and was delicious with a..."
Espy Eats
"Alleyway has been a great experience for me even during busy times. Fantastic and friendly staff that made me amazing coffee especially the matcha. I..."
Kartik Ragunathan
"⭐️4.5 stars⭐️ A modern and well presented cafe with stylish decor, this place was instantly inviting. Staff were very pleasant and..."
ToFeedTwo
"Amazing coffee and breakfast ! Great coffee and great staff too! Also licensed so great for when you want that extra alcoholic drink with your..."
Angelique Markos
"Been here a number of times, food is always great, love the Chilli scrambled eggs, staff attentive and friendly. One of the best cafes to go around..."
James Stephan
"Upbeat cafe with young attentive staff.Lots of great menu items.Delicious coffee.Well presented meals.Came in when it was nearly..."
Kat P
"Fantastic space, coffee, service and food. Staff are really lovely - always friendly and accommodating - fortunate to have such an outstanding local!..."
Rucelle
"Very friendly staff that always welcome everyone with a smile. The coffee is great and if you get a chance try the Acai Super bowl, it is amazing...."
Stewart Downs
"the Alleyway is such a chilled cafe in Heidelberg with really friendly staff and quick service! i loved the decor inside the cafe as i thought it was..."
Foodadventureswithliv
"4.5Love this place for breaky! Friendly staff and wonderful service. Amazing fresh juices and breakfast dishes. Perfect eggs with yummy sides...."
Courtney Bird
"AMAZING! Been several times now- faultless every time. Staff friendly & attentive. Food is so good. Menu is actually different with twists on staple..."
Cfrcb
"Loved our experience at the Alleyway. The staff were super friendly and very accepting of pets. The food was incredible and they had a great..."
Coco Tales
"Amazing food and amazing staff! Definitely one of the best cafes in Melbourne and is a must try for anyone in the northern suburbs. Ultimate brunch..."
Sam
"Awesome local cafe in Heidelberg. Amazing food and excellent coffee but the efficient, friendly and polite staff is what sets it apart from the..."
Leslie G
"Been here twice with my partner and absolutely enjoyed it (: We stumbled on the Alleyway on Zomato when we were looking for a nice brunch place to..."
Kymiko Suri
"This is a great place to enjoy a nice lunch! The menu is diverse enough to satisfy most testes. Alleyway is probably the best fine dining spot to..."
Sandra Aceves
"We loved visiting this trendy cafe in Heidelberg! We booked a table outside, and were surprised they saved us one (a lot of the time places forget it..."
Agreekable
"The Alleyway in Heidelberg. Nice and busy cafe in the centre of Heidelberg shopping area. On the busy Burgendy street and close to all the..."
Steven Gu
"Worth the ride! Perfect service, good coffee, quick and fresh brunch. A little bit noisy if you have a meeting but I love this busy coffee..."
Ana
"We came here for lunch was not disappointed! Had the breakfast bowl and Mum has the corn fritters both were delicious!! Service was great also. We..."
Jenna Brindley
"Great spot in Heidelberg - extensive, inventive menu, good coffee and excellent service. I ordered the breakfast bowl which came with quinoa, crispy..."
Nadia
"Early Wednesday morning. Rate 4.5 if the system allows. Friendly and energetic staff. Chai latte comes with double shot, good for early morning,..."
Eat. Sleep. Create. Repeat.
"First off the service was great, they immediately served us as we walked in despite having a crowd and checked up on us occasionally to ensure we..."
Eleanor
"We had breakfast here today (11/10/2018) and had a great time! We ordered the smashed avo, smashed pumpkin and the acai super bowl. All..."
Cafesinmelbourne
"Super trendy cafe in Heidelberg that offers a great menu! Went in for breakfast and tried their breakfast bowl and corn fritters, halloumi and eggs..."
Kyah English
"For our regular breakfast, brunch or lunch catchup today was chosen by my youngest for her 16th birthday. We made our way to Burgundy Street which..."
The Wandering Reviewer
"The corn fritters are amazing! Crispy on the outside and fluffy in the middle, perfectly topped with avo, tomato’s and yogurt! Pot of tea was..."
Nicole.m
"Service: polite and friendly Wait time: no issuesFood: corn fritters was delish, more lime and chilli yogurt please, there was hardly any..."
Ann T
"I took mum here after her medical appointment. It lifted her spirits. Inviting atmosphere. Good service and well presented. She enjoyed the pulled..."
Mariegold Frago
"Fantastic food, great coffee and good vibe! My partner had the smashed avo- it was perfect, the avo was green and the added ingredients were tasty. I..."
Laura Sa
"This place was pumping! Such fun and friendly staff! The menu had so much variety. We found the food to be all very filling and was presented..."
Top Food Melbourne
"Of its many incarnations (having eaten at all of them over the past 25 years) this is by far my favourite. Food is great, coffee is great, service is..."
Daniel
"My only go to place for a coffee on Burgundy Street. Friendly staff and amazing atmosphere. I'm there almost everyday and they always maintain their..."
Hussein
"Seriously best cafe on burgundy street. Service is great, food is amazing. The breakfast burrito is a definate go to.Definalty will be back..."
Adam Angelica
"The best coffee on Burgundy Street! Staff are always helpful and friendly, this café has a great vibe and always a pleasure to visit. I particularly..."
Kathryn Pastro Aver
"Love this place! The Alleyway always serve good food, great service from their super friendly team and the boys make the best coffee! Highly..."
Nicole
"The Alleyway.. even just uttering those words is enough to get my mouth watering. This cafe is best of the best, and it starts from the friendly..."
Marc
"Great cafe with a real buzzing vibe right in the central hub of Heidelberg. Fantastic food and even better coffee, I love coming here on a Sunday for..."
Marcus Valmorbida
"The Alleyway has been a 5 star experience every single time I’ve visited. The delicious food, smooth coffee and extremely friendly staff ensure..."
Chiara
"Great vibes and unbelievable food and coffee. Very inviting crew and always friendly faces to have a chat to. Always something sweet to take out..."
Jordan Begg
"Great location and set up! Staff are very friendly and the food is great. Baristas make great consistent coffee. Would definitely..."
Luke Gallo
"The best coffee in Heidelberg!!! When I moved into Heidelberg I didn’t think I would have a regular coffee place.. but the hospitality, care, great..."
Patty Luna
"I have been here numerous times. Really nice atmosphere with friendly and accommodating staff. Breakfasts have always been cooked perfectly. 5th star..."
Aaron
"Best coffees both flat whites and batch brews. Ray and Jon’s hospitality knows no bounds! I go here to feel positive and get a wonderful brunch and..."
Kaushalyatroy
"Great burgers and friendly staff. Very happy customer. Have been there on multiple occasions and will be there in the near future. Thank you for the..."
Christopher Kaoulla
"Lovely spot. Agree with it not being disability friendly. Several steps up to the toilet- I'm getting over knee injury so didn't even attempt a..."
Jane
"My morning coffee place, the boys are always welcoming - i'm fussy about over-familiarity but they always get the balance right.  I've seen it over..."
Ann Milne
"The coffee and service at Alleyway is always great. The space is warm and inviting, and I go most days. When I'm feeling good and in the hot weather..."
Katelyn Butterss
"Food was good and fresh. Staff friendly and accommodating. Only disappointment was that my hot chocolate was like warm at best and stone cold by the..."
Kirsten H
"Visited recently and had the breakfast burrito and the pancakes. Coffee is 3.5/5 I’d recommend the large cup if your having in. Pancakes are GF and..."
MelbourneFoodSocial
"The Alleyway has a great setting with modern decor, smiling and attentive staff, a good range of food and quality coffee. Great venue, especially for..."
Drew
"The Alleyway has quickly become one of my favourite brunch spots. The coffee is liquid gold, atmosphere is welcoming, service is super friendly &..."
Sarah Dessmann
"My new local!Great service provided by the boys I have a rather difficult coffee order and they seem to nail it time after timeAnd the..."
Jimmy Liougas
"Last Saturday, we arrived 5 minutes before the kitchen closed at 3pm. We were able to choose without feeling rushed and the food was served..."
Jacqui Eyres
"I really like the alleyway! Cute vibes, great service and definitely top quality food. May or may not have gone twice in the weekend on consecutive..."
Ammy Elle
"Friendly place . Staff are always smiling & friendly . Food is wonderful . This place has a great vibe. I would recommend it highly.  Great to see a..."
Louise Falkiner
"I opted for the breakfast Burrito and it was plump and tasty.  The Coeliac one just wanted bacon & eggs on gf toast, but the toast was the lovely..."
Susan
"It's my local, the gents know my order and the coffee is nice and strong. The burgers are very tasty. Service is always friendly and excellent...."
Marcus Yong
"My nan and I have been going here for years, the staff are super friendly ! And the food is even better, had a acahi bowl today it was amazing..."
Tayla
"Not the largest breakfast/salad meals but very flavoursome! Got the corn fritters which were great, and suffered some severe food envy from the steak..."
Eating All The Food
"By far the best cafe in Heidelberg. Wonderful staff, amazing food and even better coffee!! It’s my go to for my daily coffee fix and Friday night..."
Ky.ma.matt
"Great local! So pleased to see this addition to the area as most of the other cafes are ok, but not amazing. Hunter Lane in Rosanna and Extracted in..."
Andrew Ford
"Bottomless hot and black coffee, love it! Food amazing, hot and juicy inside me. Sweets the best! Something I will keep coming back for. And talk..."
Villie Jo Galang
"Great atmosphere and vibes with a good menu selection and friendly staff. We ordered a Benedict each which were good, and the burgers our friends..."
Alwin Wang
"Great acai bowl, excellent burgers, well flavoured wings and good coffee! Has everything you need on a sunny, cold Sunday..."
Abhilash Balakrishnan
"Lovely service, bustling atmosphere and well decorated interior. Food and mocha were perfectly balanced and rich in..."
Sheri Smith
"Very nice cappuccino. Steak sandwich was ..."
Anita Herman
"One of the best brunch spot we've ever been to - great food, nice coffee, friendly service. The chilly scrambled eggs is very delicious. Highly..."
Rebecca Yiru
"Great local place. The staff really make an effort to know you and care. Food and coffee is excellent. Reminds me of the show..."
Robyn Corson
Scintilla Cafe
Scintilla Cafe
77/100 (706 ratings)
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"Have been to this cafe a couple of times and have enjoyed their breakfast dishes! I especially like their sweet options which are not only delicious..."
Anneliese
"They have a great All Day Breakfast menu at this cafe, servings are generous and well priced and there are so many choices! staff have always been..."
Rose Patience
"I had a well earned brekkie here after a visit to the hospital on Friday. I ordered the mushroom mania and a big coffee (can you believe it was 11am..."
Hangry Mama
"Cafe Scintilla at Heidelberg. They call it the best coffee in Melbourne. Really nice coffee and rich flavour chai latte. Definitely a thumbs up..."
Steven Gu
"We had the Monday-Friday special - bacon, eggs, toast and a coffee for $10.  It was a huge serve and well cooked.  I had mine scrambled and they..."
Susan
"Attended here for the first time yesterday, we sat outside in the reasonably spacious area they have there. Menus are available just inside the..."
Dave B
"Really enjoyed breakfast here. Food was amazing with premium ingredients. Heaps to choose from with a lot of Variants which is nice, normally priced...."
Kristy
"Went here with the lady for brunch today and neither of us would complain about returning. You find your own table, you order from the..."
Leo Hogan
"If I need to guarantee myself a good take away coffee I go here!Standard cafe fair with specials, and healthy servings off the menu. I..."
Leo Vredenbregt
"Great coffee with its own signature flavours. Lime tart satisfies our insatiable sweet tooth. Quick service and friendly staff. Definitely recommend..."
Chi Nguyen
"Great place to eat, good atmosphere and the service is quick and easy. Nice location too at Heidelburg a growing suburb in the north! Keep it..."
Vincent Lee
"A great cafe and well managed with friendly staff. Food has always been great, My only issue is that gets really loud in there and its hard to have a..."
Tracey
"Great place to have a lunch or afternoon coffee time, had the chicken focaccia with sun-dried tomatoes and lettuce with mayonnaise. It was delicious,..."
Mary-mia Ioculano
"In my opinion this is one of the best cafes in Melbourne. It is managed very well, the food is delicious and the staff are kind and efficient..."
Chris Blyth
"One of my favourite places for Eggs Benedict in Melbourne and a regular stable on our Sunday brunch rotation. Pancakes and waffles are also a great..."
Cristy Phelan
"Absolutely Love this place!! My number 1 go to when in Heidelberg! I regularly go their for lunch on the weekends and usually swing past for a coffee..."
Ric
"Probably the best cafe in Heidelberg! Been here multiple times for breakfast or lunch and the quality has always been the same.The..."
Ayesha
"Haven't been to scintilla since I moved out of Heidelberg,was driving by on Saturday and decide to pop In for breakfast. So many changes to the menu..."
Dianne Mary
"Average breakfast in Heidelberg. Very busy on weekends. Coffee not great, but breakfast was nice. Very large serves, the eggs benedict were yummy. My..."
MelbFoodie
"Best ice-coffees! Great breakfast menu. Could be a little quieter inside. But still a really nice place. I'd recommend..."
Bradley Baldassarre
"Pleasant Cafe in the heart . Offers a great range of food, probably better known for it's breakfast. Coffee is generally good and us made to specific..."
Slimpickings
"I love it. We go there every weekend. It's great value for money and the service is excellent. They have am extensive menu and everything tastes..."
Lulu F
"Hit and miss. Scintilla Carfe is a nice enough cafe; probably Heidelberg's best.The coffee is hit and miss. Sometimes burnt, and potentially the..."
Chris
"Great coffee and good service. Always glad i chose to go there instead of next..."
Hungry For More
"Had lunch there today. The service and food was exceptional. I will definitely be returning and recommending to my friends. Thank..."
Sarah Esber
"Not bad here today. Food was good. Service was good. We’d come again on this..."
Two Sheds
"From the outside, it looks a bland developer's aluminium idea, a glassy box attached to a supermarket. As you approach though, much comes to..."
Don Ewart
"Absolutely Fantastic Cafe with a wide variety of snacks or meals at a great price. Friendly efficient staff & a big shout out to the Chef SteFonzi...."
paul banda
"Great coffee! Inside in air-conditioned comfort, or outside on the terrace. Exciting b'fast & lunch menu. Many steps upstairs to the..."
Robert Castleden
"Love Scintilla! Food is always consistently good, has a good atmosphere, and staff do their best to please. Best coffee..."
Don
Cafe Matto
Cafe Matto
70/100 (1727 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Cafe
Italian
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Australian
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Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
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Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
hot chocolate
Smashed Avocado and Scrambled Eggs
Calamari
Chocolate milkshake
mm French Toast
Calamares
Chicken parmigiana
Great Coffee and Friendly Service
Smashed Avo with Poached Egg & Bacon
Sirloin Hamburger on Gluten Free Bread
Burger
Shiraz
Pesto
Mocha Latte
Chicken Pesto
Pizza
Spaghetti
Nachos
caesar salad
Calamari
english breakfast
Bruschetta
Pasta
Ceasar salad
Bolognaise
Salad
Café
Australian
Italian
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Brunch
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Lunch
Mid-range
"my go to for cheap but still good cafe meals, especially for breakfast/brunch. not many places still offer all the classics at such a good price...."
F.K
"3.6Busy cafe on Burgundy Street. Somewhat old fashioned decor here. It’s OK inside though and has a surprisingly spacious outdoor..."
Two Sheds
"Love this place, the seafood risotto is THE BEST and very generous on the seafood! Also I love the choc mint ripple cake, it’s delicious!Staff..."
Elle
"Been back a few times now for lunch. Great value in terms of the prices and sizes of meals! Friendly staff.Only improvement I could..."
Scarlett
"Friendly staff greet you when you first walk in to this pleasant cafe.The coffees were really good and reasonably priced. I tried my first..."
Grant Sheridan
"The coffee here is always consistently good. We have found the staff and owners to be absolutely wonderful to speak to and the food is always..."
Jessica 99
"Cafe matto at Heidelberg. A nice small cafe serving good coffee. So smooth and biter taste. Personally I don’t like sour coffee. This cafe is..."
Steven Gu
"This place was a good surprise. Was expecting average cafe food but it turned out really good. We ordered the Mexicana pizza and lamb cutlets with..."
The Spice Adventuress
"Fantastic place! Came here for dinner with family and all of us enjoyed our meals. I had the lamb cutlets and the lamb was cooked perfectly, the bed..."
Daniela
"They used to poke fun at their name... it is easy to misread it as MAHO based on the signage. Matti has been a favourite of mine for years, even..."
Daniel
"Pleasantly surprised! Attended a 21st bday dinner with the family. We were able to book for 12 and BYO wine/champagne/cake. The meals came out fast..."
BIRCHER QUEEN 👑
"I be there for few years and still nice food and first terrific staff, also all menu all day, very flexible. I will recommended to every one include..."
Jacques Noel Coomans
"Great food, great service and awesome vibe. Staff are friendly and the coffees are the best on the street. Definitely recommend this place....."
Saady
"Had a pleasant meal here with my family for dinner. I had the eye fillet steak which was cooked a little more than the medium-rare that I requested..."
Amy Sharma
"This cafe is located opposite of Leo‘s supermarket at central area. Coffee was nice and strong, all staff were kind, pleasant customer service and..."
Leena
"Have eaten a lot in Heidelberg and never been here before, was very surprised on how nice the food was and a good menu and the service was even..."
M. A.
"If you are looking for a basic cafe with descent coffee in this area you cant go wrong with matto.They have all the staples and everything is..."
Marie Goizet
"New decor and Reno looks great!!Had the chicken Parma which was as good a Parma as Ive had in ages. Coffee is great too.Will go back for..."
Jeff Smyth
"Came into Cafe Matto on my lunch break from work at Mitre 10 around the corner and was able to get some fast, efficient and friendly service during..."
Harold Mortimer
"Service always great from cafe matto emplotees with meals to match. Keep up the good work guys! (especially their satay chicken!! Always left wanting..."
Foodie1992
"Incredibly friendly and genuine waiting staff, including the man I presume to be manager. Food is delicious and portions are fantastic- the price for..."
Stephanie Pef
"Come here every weekend. Staff are amazing as well as the managers. Always smiling and interacting with customers. Food is amazing have not been..."
Alyshastaples
"We had the carbonara fettuccine and the seafood pizza, I love they used a big prawn on pizza instead of the small one . Lovely fettuccine. Very..."
Mrs Lavender
"Enjoy the food. The cafe can be a little loud when its busy, however this is due to the smaller size, nowhere for the sound to travel. Food arrives..."
Rachel Tegg
"There's nothing fancy about this place, just simple, well made food, friendly service and reasonable prices. We'll definitely be back again..."
Leo Hogan
"Good coffee! Popped in here after a huge let down from accross the road. Grabbed a strong flat white to go. Lovely coffee. Should have had breakfast..."
Cameron Hill
"Pleasant and excellent fareAfter reading the Zomato reviews with diametrically opposing opinions of this suburban Italian cafe, my family..."
A Hua
"If you are looking for a great value dining experience, come here. The porterhouse and the chicken Santorini, were full of flavour.BYO as well..."
EatlikeaCorgi
"Always nice food to be had here. Good selection of food for any desire you may have. Good strong and hot coffee served. Great location right near..."
FoodingAroundMelbourne
"Have been a few times here. The staff are friendly but dont always get the orders right. Food is ok but not something to rave about.  A little over..."
Tracey
"Food was nice and reasonably priced. A long wait however for meals and drinks. Service was friendly and its great that they allow split..."
Jlikesfood
"Have walked past this cafe numerous times and noticed that it's generally quite busy. Consequently, on a sunny Friday, I popped in to grab some..."
Jacob
"Positive: Being a olmc student, Cafe Matto is where is the girls get there coffee from in the morning, the service is one of a kind and they always..."
Ldidonato11
"Good portion of food for what it's worth. Spaced out tables that create a calm atmosphere with friendly staff.Lighting and subtle artwork..."
Callum Ivor
"Have been here a couple of times and it's turned into a little bit of a date spot for my girlfriend and I. Had the Flathead tails and chips which was..."
Aiden Conway
"Looove this creamy advocado fettuccine! The ingredients are so fresh especially the chicken breast is really yummlicious. Will come back..."
Cassie
"We both had the Matto mixed platter. Excellent. Four perfectly cooked meats (lamb, chicken, calamari, prawns) came with a generous serve of garden..."
Alexander Dobrovic
"Good espresso and tasty banana bread. Staples that any coffee should get right and this place does the job admirably. The setting is a bit sterile..."
Simon Ng
"I just want to say every day I walk past café matto it over flowing  with     customers which is a really amazing thing to happen to a small..."
Nick Turcarelli
"I have been here probably at least 10 times, the food is great and it at a reasonable price. I have got the wrong thing brought out to me twice..."
Alannah Fehring
"Great food, coffee and service!. Regularly attend here to get coffee. Love the food and service. Wait staff are always accommodating and friendly...."
Tammy
"Great customer service and food. We received fantastic customer service when we had brunch there last Sat. The gentleman at the counter, and waitress..."
Violet
"Been coming here for years. I live not too far away from Matto and it has been my 'go to' cafe for about 2 years now when I can't be bothered..."
FeedEdith
"Good food and really good service. We came here for lunch and were very happy with the food - good portions and the coffee is also nice. The service..."
Dee
"I'm a regular at Matto and adore the food and service. Never disappointed by their focaccias and the generous serve of fries as well.Great vibe,..."
Criss
"Great!. A great consistent italian cafe/restaurant with great service. I love that you can see how clean the kitchen is as well. The staff do an..."
Belle
"It's good without being fantastic. Went on a quiet morning and had poached eggs and bacon with toast and coffee. Food was fine and about average for..."
Mat McG
"Great little cafe. Have been to lunch at this cafe many times, always good food and friendly staff and always busy. Love the chicken risotto, the..."
Kezza
"Liked the food !. In looking for something half good for me, I have gone with the lamb salad (over burger variations or other fried foods). Its quite..."
Matthew F
"Pleasant atmosphere and felt cosy despite the polished concrete floor. Large serves, though my omelette was quite under seasoned. Staff were prompt..."
Aimee Stuart
"Love love love cafe matto !!! Best..."
Stephvetrone
"Service is always friendly, great value for..."
Pheebee_k
"DELICIOUS!. I love Cafe Matto, friendly staff, great coffee and delicious food.I had Santorini Chicken and it's always divine.. I keep coming..."
EmanDasuqi
"Great value. Eaten here 7-8 times, breakfast, lunch and takeaway dinner. Always good, friendly service, always busy. Best to park at the rear of..."
Mark C
"In for coffee & cake, decent coffee, amazing lemon tart & lovely..."
Katie
"Enjoyable. Lunch was very good, both the Atlantic Salmon and the Schnapper were generous serves. Service was very good, would..."
Margot Aitken
"Came here with my mum and loved it. Lovely man with the glasses out front welcomed us in with a beaming smile and friendly nature. We ordered the..."
Maggie Triantafillou
"Very nice service, kind and friendly! Beautiful rich Matto Special pasta, yummy!! And nice coffee, good price! Definitely will recommend to others..."
elena gu
"Calamari Salade (Chefs special)and Mediterranean Foccacia was to die for. Great service and..."
Lorence Folino
"Got a BLT for $13 and was expecting to get ripped off like most cafe’s but this place provided awesome value! (i ate the other half of the BLT)..."
Dave
"Fantastic food and service. Friends from Sydney loved it as well. The owners are fabulous and make everyone feel special. Just a great vibe...."
Kirsty Barnes
"3.6 Busy cafe on Burgundy Street. Somewhat old fashioned decor here. It’s OK inside though and has a surprisingly spacious outdoor seating area..."
Two Sheds