Great coffee. It's a small cafe with simple brunch menu.
Batch Espresso is a Kiwi themed cafe in the heart of Balaclava. As a Kiwi myself, I really appreciated all the old classic NZ decor. Good to know there's a bit of home for me here too!
The menu definitely reflected all the ambience and products that surround the cafe - they serve up true NZ classics without all the thrills. I ordered the Goats Cheese, Zucchini & Pea fritters. They were definitley different to all other zucchini fritters that I've had here in Melbourne. They were the old school, flat style fritters but they were super tasty. The pomegranates also complimented the flavours really well.
Will definitely be back soon - I had my eye on the Sticky Date Pancakes!
Dawn has broken and the coffee has spoken. Staple diet of scrambled eggs, bacon and mushrooms. Hello universe, I'm ready to start my day. 8/10.
A stellar cafe in the heart of a competitive brunching spot! Certainly worth checking out if you’re in the area!
Stayed at friend's place at St Kilda East ne weekend and we were wondering for breakfast place nearby for Saturday morning. This place was busy and it's a sign of good foods, so we decided to try this cafe. It was a good choice as they served a nice coffee, and homemade almond milk also available. We ordered blueberry pancakes with vanilla ice cream and beef cheek quesadillas. The quesadilla was special menu of the day and it was a good choice, it was tasty and the beef cooked nicely done. Full of flavor and very was soft and melted in your mouth. Pancake was too sweet for our liking but the pancakes itself was fluffy and soft. Generally happy with our choices.
Used to be a regular here years ago and just recently returned for breakfast. Food and coffee are AMAZING! Service was efficient and friendly. Have definitely won back an old customer.
Batch pours the best coffee anywhere near Balaclava. Bar none. I stop here every morning - It’s the only way to start my day. Keep the coffee coming!
Eaten here twice. The first time had porridge with rhubarb and pistachio. Remember it being nicely cooked/creamy with a good balance of sweetness. Just ate there again and had avo on toast with beans and a poached egg. The beans were really well seasoned, slightly spicy. Avo was perfectly ripe and the egg was nicely soft poached with a silky texture. Portions pretty generous too and it felt like great value.. My meal and an iced latte for 19.50. Very friendly service too. Genuine people. Not standoffish or pretentious. Will return.
Finally, a place where the coffee and food is great and the staff are quick and attentive. A cosy place with a chilled atmosphere. Will be back again.
My friend is a smashed avo fiend and was recommended this place. I had the traditional scrambled eggs with sides which was perfect. Coffee was fantastic and service was great!
10/10 for the coffee! The focus of the staff on their attention to the quality of the coffee is second to none. The weighing of the coffee and the timer shows their diligence.
This is a great cafe,good selection of food options. In the past my favourites have been coco pops (reminds me of eating them in the 80s) and good omelettes.
Even if your not hungry, if your in the area you must try the coffee.
Best coffee in Balaclava, amazing staff and dog friendly! My dog loves their free puppuccino
Cozy Cafe with excellent food and ample of vegetarian variety. Smashed avo had very little quantity of feta cheese but it didn't compromise overall taste of the dish. Cafe has both indoor and outdoor dining space. Pet friendly. Off road parking available but can be hard to get a parking spot over a weekend.
Wonderful food, friendly and prompt service.
Fantastic as always - the delicious Rosti is always a winner and is the only proper Rosti I have found in Melbourne to date!
Pretty good flat white; nice and strong coffee flavour.
Another great Avo Smash from Batch! Love the coffee, food and atmosphere at this retro caf. Always greeted with a smile and the owner Christy is always down for a good chat. Generous portions and flavoursome food. A must visit place if you’re in the area!
Okay... so, excellent coffee. Had a bacon egg roll, very tasty! Staff are really lovely and I enjoy the bench bar to sit at and watch the world float by.
But one gripe. Why, on earth, do you only sell croissant’s on the weekend...??? I ask if you this... madnesses!
Aside from this. I recommend!
Take away coffee was decent, maybe a little bitter for my liking. Tiny place looks like a run down old school milk bar but is a typical Melbourne hole in the wall kind of gem. I’m sure a sit in experience would have been more memorable. Wouldn’t mind trying again after lockdown.
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