Reviews The Premises

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Katielangeee
+5
Really great cafe! There were so many gluten free options, good atmosphere and nice service. Highlight was the Mushies on toast.
7 months ago
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Kj_44
+5
Absolute delicious brunch! We had the beef hash & the chicken burger, the coffee & chai lattes were also excellent. A really interesting menu with fantastic service as well. Will be making this one of our regular brunch spots now for sure!
11 months ago
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The_littlehungrylife
+4
After a long morning playing vr down the road, my mates and I booked a table here. I enjoyed the service and the food was good. It's a nice cosy space and quite busy.

I would say it's a nice place to go to if you are in the area.
Oct 05, 2019
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Neko28
+4
This is the 2nd time I've been here. Coffee is consistently good. The food here is not only great but also creative/unique. Ordered the potato mash - the beef brisket was cooked perfectly and the dish was flavoursome.
Aug 27, 2019
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Caroline Beaney
+4
I really liked The Premises. The only downside was that the staff were not very attentive and it took a while for us to be able to order.

I ordered the Kimchi Bowl. I was really pleased that there was a lot of flavour. A lot of these kimchi or sushi bowls I’ve had in the past have lacked flavour but not this one! I think it really helped that it had a really flavourful sauce. It was also great that they used a variety of different types of mushrooms. My favourite element of this dish was the cauliflower! The serving size was also huge, it was big enough for two people at least! I really struggled to eat it all.

Definitely worth checking out.
Aug 19, 2019
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Quince And Cheese
+4
Had a really nice soy flat white here (as well as an awesome avo toast that I sadly forgot to take a photo of). Staff were really down to earth and attentive and the vegan and vegetarian options are pretty extensive. The space itself is cute and mostly wooden, but in a "grandma's house" way rather than a "Scandi-inspired furniture store" way, which is a breath of fresh air for the Melbourne cafe scene. Keen to visit here again next time I'm in the area.
Apr 24, 2019
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Dave Presser
+5
Great brekkie, super friendly staff and air conditioned! Easy parking as well as it's right across from train station.
Will definitely be going back to this gem of a place!
Jan 04, 2019
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Ashish Reddy Chintala
+4
Really good location, next to the station.
Staff is very friendly and the food is good.
This place has a special vibe that will make people feel pretty comfortable, maybe because of the odd style seating they have.
Quite impressive, must try..
Btw, Coffee here is just yummm..
Dec 24, 2018
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Satyacena
+4
The food is great and the ambience is good. The quantity of food is perfect. The location is apt just opposite the railway station. Crowded though, you will be lucky to get a personal table of your own on a bright Sunday morning.
Oct 09, 2018
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Talia
+4
Rating 4.5
Went on a rainy sunday for brunch and it was busy.
Got a window seat which was fine, and the waitress that was serving us was very friendly and attentive.
Ordered the special, pancakes with marmalade and poached pear. Was really tasty as i am a bit of a sweet tooth. My partner got the chilli crab scramble which was ok, but under seasoned which was a shame. Coffees were a bit of a wait as they were dealing with a number of takeaways, so i had to check with the waitress on them, she apologised for the wait and they came after we finished the meal.
But to make it up to us they did not charge us for the two coffees which was unexpected! Pleasantly surprised.
A good experience though, will definitely return, great atmosphere and i thought it was a great meal
Sep 17, 2018
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Wine And Food Lovers
+5
Today was just coffees but we have been here before for food & it was really good.
Coffee & carrot cake were good the carrot cake was actually amazing and hard to share.
Staff were friendly & attentive in a very busy poplar cafe.
Sep 09, 2018
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Natsfoodadventures
+4
I've been here twice and both times ordered the pulled pork. Its delicious here! I just wanted more! Staff were friendly and the food came out fast. Can't wait to come back :D
Jul 30, 2018
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Sassyfoodqueen
+5
I live in the area and had never heard of this place! I was searching on Zomato and found it and thought I’d give it a try! It was amazing!!! I got the avocado with vegan feta and it was insane! This is now my fave local spot to eat and I want to try the entire menu! Everything was perfect and it was just the right amount of everything on my plate! I also got the hot chocolate with almond milk and it was a dream 😍😍
I’m so happy i can drive down the road and know I’ll get an amazing meal at this place!
So happy I found it !
Jun 19, 2018
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Kaseyzz
+4
This is an absolutely good place to have a rest or catchup with frds. The place is cozy and the staff r nice. Hot chocolate is not too sweet and waffle tastes yummy.
May 31, 2018
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Stephen Paul
+4
Excellent menu that changes regularly. The coffee is exceptional. I enjoy this cafe immensely, however I would like to see a big breakfast option. If you were to order a breakfast with extras that you would normally get with a big breakfast you could end up paying over $30.00.
May 23, 2018
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Monte Hudson
+5
food has been great every time i have been here. always busy which is a good thing although it does make service a little disjointed at times although i think the layout with two street frontages is probably the main contributor. Really solid local.
May 23, 2018
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Cai Clarice
+4
For the love I have for the beef brisket, the pulled pork burger and the fresh juice, I am giving this place a four-star review.
I have been seeing people go and buy coffee, but personally I don’t think their coffee is as good as I expected. The milk foam sometimes are too thin for a latte, but the mocha is not bad.

Strongly recommend the beef brisket, my fav brunch since I came to Melbourne. The pulled pork is alway delicious, although I got confused how to eat it since they didn’t pile all the ingredients up as a burger. The market bacon is also very nice, I usually prefer bacon with more fat, the bacon here doesn’t have much fat but still won my heart.

A worth trying place if you are going to Kensington . :)
Apr 19, 2018
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Freia Hu
+5
Nice little place to have brunch, friendly staff, didn’t have to wait long for the meal either.
The sticky date pancake is so addictive and a nice meal to share after the brisket meal and the brisket meal with extra haloumi cheese was delicious.
Apr 09, 2018
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Corey Bruhn
+3.5
Grabbed a cappuccino and a BBQ Roll to eat outside. The table was rocky, it’s pretty basic stuff to keep a table even. The egg and bacon roll was pretty good, nothing you couldn’t make at home in 10 minutes for a lot cheaper. But man that bloody cappuccino was fine as, definitely would come again just for that.
Jan 30, 2018
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Liv'
+3.5
Food was good but not too many ‘safe’ options for pregnant women.
All require quite a bit of alteration if you’re following the food safety guidelines.
Portions are on the small size too.
Dec 01, 2017
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Vegetarian Food Lover
+3.5
The Premises Mezze Bowl was delicious! I highly recommend it. Also had the sticky French toast but that was too sweet for me. Overall a good brunch cafe to visit.
Nov 19, 2017
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Diana
+4
Love here atmosphere. Came with my two girls. Friendly staff. BBQ roll is good. Don't miss it if you come here. Will back soon on other beautiful afternoon!!!
Oct 20, 2017
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Amy Jessica Walker
+4
This place is actually one of the better coffee shops I've been in recently but it's nothing special.

The place itself it decorated nicely, plenty of seating and big open windows.

Staff and service were average, what you could typically expect from students or younger people in first time jobs. (I am young before anyone jumps on me, I just think a lot of younger people lack the basic customer service skills)

Coffee was nice, average. I had a cap and my partner had an espresso. Average on the price but there is cheaper around.

We also had two cakes which were $6 and $4, tasted nice and seemed fresh. Took a while for the whole order to arrive but nothing too major. Probably wouldn't consider coming in if it was busy.

Overall I'd come again but didn't stand out.
Oct 19, 2017
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Sally
+4
Went with my baby and friends. Generally nice staff, one waiter was very confused by who ordered what meal. Difficult place to manoeuvre the pram in, stairs everywhere. Food rather nice, very large meal of Bircher.
Sep 22, 2017
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Hannah Sawyer
+5
The Premises is my local, and thank god. The coffee is great, the service is friendly and the food is delicious. Regardless of how busy it is, your business is always welcomed with a smile and the staff are always attentive and accommodating. The Greens menu item is so good, I could eat it every day!
Sep 02, 2017
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Melissa Kate
+5
Dropped by the always busy Premises this Saturday morning after a small seasonal hiatus to enjoy their Mezze Bowl.  The Premises rarely disappoints, putting together innovative flavours in breakfast dishes that always blow away your taste buds.  The Mezze Bowl was no exception with an amazing mix of soft boiled eggs, char-grilled eggplant, labne, roasted cauliflower, fried lentil style fingers, with pickled beetroot, spinach leaves and sunflower and pomegranate seeds.  I had a side of halloumi, because where there's a side of halloumi I will be trying it.  To say this bowl is a flavourful start to your winter day is an understatement.  Love Love Love!

Very lucky to have The Premises within walking distance.  They have a seasonally changing menu, with the staples always available, but amazing new offerings like the aforementioned popping up every few months.  Highly recommended for an above average Melbourne cafe experience.
Aug 21, 2017
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Stephanie Falconer
+4.5
Amazing food! Was so hard to pick just one thing off the menu because there were so many interesting and delicious sounding items! Staff were very friendly as well. Dave Bendon
Aug 18, 2017
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Grace
+4
The Premises is cute cafe in the heart if Kensington. You'd be forgiven for thinking you were somewhere in Europe!
I must admit that finding the entrance door was slightly confusing (probably due to the unusual cafe layout). Once inside it was a struggle to be seated; but once we were, the food was excellent 👍
I ordered the sticky date french toast - a fresh spin on a classic dish. Served with caramel shards, sliced fresh pear and ice cream, it was delicious.
The coffee was on the better side of average.
Jul 24, 2017
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Julie
+3.5
Went in on a busy and crowded Saturday lunch but we managed to get a seat by the window. Service was a bit slow did to have packed the place was, but remained friendly and polite. I had the lamb tagine which was fragrant, but still quite wet, and could have packed more of a punch in terms of flavour and spice.
Jul 23, 2017
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The Biker Foodie
+4
Very friendly staff, great interior. Coffee was good but expensive menu. $15.50 for two poached eggs and small serve of bacon on toast with basic presentation was a little over the top..

NOV. 2018
Dropped in for a coffee. Still great staff and excellent coffee with a smooth and medium to dark roast bean. This is a great place for a catch up or a well presented meal.
Jul 07, 2017
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Sarah Marc
+4
Really good quality food and coffee in a prime location in the heart of Kensington.
Had the hash which boasted with flavor highly recommend this dish! There has been no skimping on the quality of ingredients used at The Premises. The coffee here is also of good quality which is why I had two 🙊

The cafe is welcoming with friendly staff and are pet friendly in the outdoor seating area 🐶
Jul 02, 2017
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Charlotte Huddle
+5
What a fabulous cafe! Beautiful and quirky interior, an odd layout, but I liked it - something different! Tables a little squished together, but allows more people to enjoy the place.
Food was delightful, and coffee was amazing! I ordered the pumpkin pancake special. Flavours worked together beautifully, and the pretzel crunch was to die for! A really great meal.
I'll be back for sure
Jun 27, 2017
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Kirsty Haggerty
+4
Premises is my favourite cafes in Kensington. They always have delicious food on offer and they make a great coffee. The staff are friendly but are slow to notice when a customer has sat down and is waiting for service. This is why my rating isn't 4.5. Other than that; this place is great and I would recommend it to a friend.
Jun 18, 2017
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Wander Wonder Wonton
+3.5
CJ and I made our way to Kensington by 8.30am to avoid the Mother’s Day rush. We needn’t have bothered, it was quiet as can be. We chose the cafe with the best rating on Zomato, The Premises. It’s an unassuming cafe, quite a weird seating plan. CJ was cliche ordered the scrambled eggs with avo mash special while I tried something a little different, the mezze bowl.
Jun 24, 2017
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Magpie
+4
Lamb Targine and Hot Salted Beef Roll for lunch. Very good food and plenty of it. Service and attention to customers also very good. Busy place.
We'll be back for more.
Jun 12, 2017
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William Hasnever
+4.5
Hands down the best coffee in Kensington in my opinion. The young people that run this place work so hard and are so friendly, it's really paying off I believe. The service is great. It does suffer when the cafe is slammed but that's not to be avoided I suppose. We had the house made hash and simple beans on toast. Both were fresh and very nice, something I'd have again. I must admit that I was taken aback at first by the demeanour of the 2 chefs who cook in clear open view of you. They seemed frustrated and unapproachable at first. I quickly realised they too are very friendly and they helped make our experience a memorable one. Well done guys.
Jun 07, 2017
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Just Jamie
+4
A Great Spot with Awesome Coffee!

The Premises is a wonderful place, lots of seats and they offer a great choice of brunch solutions Sweet and savoury! The Coffee is great, I always have a flat white and here it's strong just as I like it but super smooth at the same time which is a struggle to sometime get in the same cup.

On this occasion I had 2 to help wash down the French Brioche! It was soo good and so sweet just how I like it fresh warm and fluffy, a caramel sauce to die for with an apple sauce in the middle. Some fresh apples and cream to cut through the sweetness with added pretzels for a salty finish. The dish was so filling that I could not complete it but worth the money, this place is great value and if has wonderful service to top it off.

This was my second visit but I will be returning.

Restaurant Type: Brunch/ Cafe
Apr 30, 2017
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Hello. Imnikki
+4
If there's ever an award for the most confusing/quirky cafe layout, The Premises wins hands down. Three connecting shops make up one cafe, each with its own distinct layout and characteristics. For first-timers, you do wonder if you're walking into a completely different cafe based on which entrance you used (FYI there are 3 entrances). That aside, The Premises is just like most cafes out there. The service is charming and sweet, in line with the atmosphere of the beautiful and tight knit Kensington village. The food is a mix of standard brunch fares with a twist. The seasonal French roast is always a delight. The previous pumpkin pie version was wonderful but i have yet to try the current apple and pecan pie version. The savoury items, on the other hand, treads the fine line between meh and awesome. For example, the battered fish sandwich was let down by the fish (coated with too thick a batter that was bland in taste) but the sauce was zesty and flavoursome, and the bread holding it together was soft, fluffy and nicely toasted. The corned beef dish (forgot what it was called. The Hash?) was a good combination of salty corned beef and sweet smoky puree, but also a bad combination dry (corn beef) and mushy veggies. I'm sure with a little tweak here and there, the dishes can be flawless. Because if their coffee can maintained an optimal standard each time, I have faith that the food can too. We have yet to be disappointed with our lattes here. Goes down smoothly on the palate, full-bodied and full strength, and milk as silky as velvet. Big thumbs up.
Apr 29, 2017
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Dwayne Ong
+5
Great food amazing service. The French Toast was great and so was the breakfast roll. The price was pretty reasonable as well. Most importantly The people who work here really do take care of you. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED !
Apr 06, 2017
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Frances Mona
+4
So glad this is our local go-to cafe.. Consistent great food,nice relaxed vibe and really friendly service .
Keira is really nice and remembers our orders, what more could you want 😊
Mar 25, 2017
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AJ
+4.5
I had a thoroughly enjoyable brunch at The Premises with a friend - we had the scrambled eggs special which came with bread, broccolini, roquette, buttered leeks and kasoundi. It was a generous serving, very filling and very tasty!
Mar 02, 2017
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Kieren ORiley
+4
I’ve gotta front up guys and gals. Unfortunately I’d like to claim that the posts I do are as fresh as a fish from the ocean. But they are stale. Stale like a fermented herring only a Sweed would enjoy 🙁 . And by that I mean I backlog a lil bit. But in the essence of transparency, I’m keen to inform you that The Premises is as fresh as they come! A cool cafe sitting comfortably within the cosy suburb of Kensington, these folks know brunch! Now you’re probably wondering why the unnecessary tangent I started on? Here’s why.
Mar 18, 2017
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Fish
+4
Rock solid joint in the heart of Kensington. A good vibe, efficient staff and enticing menu. Coffee was great but they only offer 1 size... no large coffees??
Feb 18, 2017
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Archie
+5
Great coffee, love the food selection.. Only thing is lately The Green's the veggies have been a bit sour, but overall a great place. Also love the pancake selection.
Feb 18, 2017
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Foodie Bel
+4
This was the first time I had eaten here. I was very impressed with how my first waiter welcomed me as soon as I arrived and managed to work out that my friend was in fact waiting in another area. I then went and sat with my friend and it was at this point service slowed. The correct sequence was followed but appeared to stop once the menus were presented. After flagging the waitress she took our order and the food came quickly. The salad looked fresh and colourful and consisted of a variety of textures. I just had the brownie and tea. The water glasses could of been polished a little to remove water marks but the cup, saucer and tea pot were well maintained. The menu has a wonderful variety of menu choices and I feel it is very reasonably priced. Although not busy no one really checked on if we were happy with our meals. I had to go to the counter to get the bill. Overall I would visit it again but I would like all waiters to be tentative to their customers.
Jan 24, 2017
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Phlebebe
+4.5
I came here with a friend who I tutor. The atmosphere is nice, service was great and it was well set out.
Our coffees were good and made promptly.
We both ordered The Whip. It was lovely. I love goats cheese, but what made it amazing was the fresh, delicious, probably heirloom tomatoes. They were memorable.
I recommend a visit and I myself will be back soon.
Jan 09, 2017
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Alexander Rangie Gylo
+5
Running a v smooth system, staff relaxed and super friendly whilst quick and accurate delivery of what I wanted. Tastes were v pleasing, tummy well full. Kewl place, nice greens, clever knooks, great use of space, dunny honest, real good all round, I reckon
Jan 06, 2017
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Kieren O'Riley
+4.5
One of my fave cafes in the Western Suburbs! Always good for a local drop by!

In terms of atmosphere and decor, it's your typical Melbourne cafe, with a great buzz and very comfy interior.

Service wise, every time I come in with my family, we're always well attended too with all my mother's dietary needs being attended too.

The food is absolutely fantastic too, with the French Toast based on seasonality always being a highlight! The Premises Eggs were also a highlight, being light as well as delicious!

Price wise it's pretty standard, but the coffee is fantastic! Highly recommend it!
Dec 25, 2016
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Thuyteeisaboy
+3.5
Had breakfast here on Saturday at around 830am before a trip to the Grampians and really enjoyed the food.

I ordered The Premises Eggs which tasted delicious, I really enjoyed the babagnosh and the middle eastern flavours in this dish.

My friend had the Nana Kaths Sandwhich which was fresh and tasty.

Coffee and Chai lattes were good and the service was prompt and friendly.

The only negative would be that the toilets were of poor standards and are located outside in a small alleyway.
Nov 22, 2016
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Melanie SRG
+4
I really liked this breakfast/brunch/lunch spot. The premises breakfast lacked a little flavour but overall was a delightful experience. They sell proper hot chocolate I.e Mork and use good quality soy milk (Bonsoy). Nice location and not too busy. Would recommend!
Nov 13, 2016
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Donutsam
+4
On Melbourne Cup Day this year I forewent the usual festivities but still headed westwards to check out my friends’ new flat, as well as a local brunch spot in their suburb of Kensington. The Premises seemed well rated and was open on this ‘bank holiday’ so it was the choice for the afternoon. The place, with a large dining area seemingly stretching multiple stores, was packed and there was a good buzz about. And that wasn’t simply because of the constant of showground-bound trains passing through the tracks next door.
Nov 04, 2016
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Eat Like Ushi
+4
After looking around Footscray, Seddon, Yarraville, Maidstone and Newport, the cafe circle in the West had me extending further out. The Premises in Kensington has a beautiful interior strangely located around a corner block with another shop wedged in the corner itself. Odd. Nonetheless the menu with Middle Eastern influence appealed to me as did exploring a new area a little more. The lamb ribs I had were nice and flavoursome, and they weren't too overly fatty (perhaps the fat had been rendered out) but I could have used an extra rib or two. The underlying salad with chickpeas, fresh herbs and pomegranate was delicious and balanced well.
Oct 23, 2016
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Nathan
+3.5
Close to where I work so when I'm in need of a soy chai this is my recommendation. The breakfast cookie is also a nice snack but that's pretty much where the menu ends for vegans of the world. A little disappointing really as it's such a nice place.
Oct 01, 2016
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"JT" Jeffrie Trika
+4
UPDATE 07/10/2016

More traffics here than the rest of Kensington .....

Peak hour traffic - FULL, busy, no reservation allowed, waited around 20 minutes or so for the biggest table in the house for Lunch time catch up with a bunch of friends.

It was worth the wait .....

Started with $7 La-Estrella Colombian Pour-over coffee by Wood & Co, great opening.

We didn't wait long for our food; efficient ordering & kitchen, well-cooked, proportion, good presentation, except one boring round white place :-( for Collin, no photo.
My Pulled Pork was balanced, not too sweet, just right, my liking would be a little bit drier, but that's just me. Comes with variety of vegetables; fresh & preserved; Girken, Sauerkraut, Slaw and a piece of thick-cut bread.

Another great lunch, pleasant and friendly service.

Thanks guys.

PS. if you are fuzzy about toilet, give this place a miss, unless you can wait until you get home.

21/08/2016
Left or Right side to order my Soy latte ?????

Corner block, not much from the outside but smartly converted and fitted inside; exposed bricks, semi open kitchen and two, that right two sides for your coffee; left or right, so where/who/which barista that we need to order from?
Combo of 2 x La Marzocco Strada (left or right side) and Small Batch coffee beans, just perfect for the Soy Latte and just about anything else.
Price wise, one of the "high-end" Cafe in Melbourne, but worth the visit, just not to often maybe.
It feels like my old school classroom, lots of vintage stuff inside too, smartly recycling parts that would be thrown out otherwise.
Sep 02, 2016
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Anna Zarpan
+4.5
My friend and I just happened to stumble across this place while we roamed around Kensington and now - I can't shut up about it! The ambience hit us first - friendly and completely accommodating to my friend's Vegan requirements, and the staff just seemed happy to see us!
Together we ordered the pulled roast pork, chemoula carrot salad and vegan and carrot cupcakes. Every bite was unbelievably delicious, flavours were thought-out very well and the presentation made our eyes dance! This of course - made it very hard to leave! Highly recommend if you want to impress your friends over bunch.
Sep 02, 2016
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Chris Shearer
+5
Love this place, our local cafe in Kensington. Great atmosphere, best coffee and really good food. Highly recommended. Take away coffee bar is handy.
Aug 28, 2016
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Thu Duong
+4.5
The Premises does high quality brunch and is such a gem in Kensington. Expect for there to be a bit of a wait on the weekends though. I had the chicken club sandwich and there was a perfect balance of interesting flavours and what sold me was the brioche bread actually tasted like bread! And not some bun that is overglazed and sickingly sweet. The coffee here is solid too. Do recommend.
Aug 21, 2016
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Bella Cameron
+4
The French toast and pancakes are always amazing, the menu changes quite frequently and is always great. The price is reasonable, the staff are friendly and the atmosphere is nice.
Aug 03, 2016
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TheyCallHimX
+5
Really nice cafe in the heart of Kensington. Been around for a while and I finally got a chance to check it out.

Food was so damn good. Great quality and decent size. Trifle French toast is insane. (Had the white chocolate raspberry one today)

Staff were super nice too. As an added bonus for any Pokémon go players. There are pokestops and a gym right near it.

Also the missus swears by their coffee.
Aug 03, 2016
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Tracey Augustinus
+4.5
This is a cafe that knows what it's about. Consistently excellent food, friendly professional service and a great atmosphere. The menu is constantly changing, which is a bonus if you're after something new and exciting to tickle your taste buds, but can be disappointing when you go back for another round of a perfect dish. But hey, innovation is a quality fault in a chef who can cook like this!
Jul 19, 2016
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Eatwithhendri
+4
These guys did a great job in executing golden gaytime french toast. So many elements in there and they compliment each other and not overly sweet. The breakfast green is another dish I highly recommend to try.
Jul 16, 2016
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Hanneka Gerritsen
+4.5
Delicious with lots of variety! Smooth and ripe avocado, perfectly poached eggs, crispy bacon. They really know what they're doing with their coffee. Friendly staff and good service.
Jul 09, 2016
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LeixD
+3.5
I don't usually venture out to the West but since we were in the area, my friend suggested to come here. The premises isn't too fancy schmancy compared to other Cafes but the food is quite good. I ordered the slow roasted pulled pork ($19.50) which was great, especially the green apple and celery remoulade. However the kimchi was wayy too salty for my liking. I was expecting the dish to come out like a burger of some sort but everything was laid out separately on the plate making it a bit difficult to eat. Other than that, everything was great, would recommend.
Jun 11, 2016
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MSY123
+4
One of the Brunch Greats of Kensington, astounding food & coffee and always popular with the neighbours on a weekend.
The French Toast has recently metamorphed into a photogenic Lamington themed creation, completely different to the Pumpkin Pie version but somewhat similar in creative insight.
The absence of Bacon and Pretzels is a smarter choice as it opens up the possible fan base.
Still, this is lot of sugar for brunch time and I'd advise sharing this dish.
The coffee is fantastical and the eclectic cake cabinet should also be explored.
Add The Premises to your (dessert) brunch list.
Go on.
Jun 04, 2016
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Guy Francis
+5
Walking through kensington to find this hidden gem across from the station, little hesitant because of the obscure set up but so Cosy and welcoming but the food was technically sound and seasoned nicely. P.s get a side of halloumi it tastes amazing
May 30, 2016
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Shazzamataz
+4
Great coffee, great range if dishes! Live the imagination that has gone into the menu. So much variety and flavours! If in a rush the feta and spinach muffin with coffee for a takeaway breakfast is second to none.
May 05, 2016
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Neetz88
+5
Lovely late ANZAC day lunch at The Premises! Husband and I enjoyed lovely coffees and to eat we had the corned beef and hash, and the chicken shawarma. Food was lovely, service was quick and friendly (even on a busy public holiday). I need to go back for the lamington French toast! 😱😍@thepremises Neetz88
Apr 25, 2016
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Tony Chen
+5
Kensington's best restaurant/cafe.  

All dishes are interesting and substantial. Compare this to the mediocrity of restaurants that surrounds this gem.  I have yet to have a bad or boring dish here. 

The coffee is great too, and I'm not even a big coffee drinker.
Apr 09, 2016
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Michael
+4.5
Always good food and coffee. The pancakes were delicious and my poached eggs have always been perfectly cooked. Worth the higher price and the wait (they get busy). Best cafe on the strip.
Apr 03, 2016
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Monte Hudson
+4.5
Great menu hard to choose,
Staff care place is clean. ,
Really enjoyed one one negative is that the coffees for my partner and myself came out about 5 mins apart. I ordered and received an oj in the time.
Small thing
Mar 15, 2016
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Tina
+4.5
Love it when I find it hard to chose from the menu cause it all looks so good! Food tastes as good as it sounds, good coffee, cosy inside and friendly staff who care. Will come again.
Mar 14, 2016
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DrinkAndFeast
+4.5
Premises has always been the popular brunch place to go to in south Kensington and continues to be so. A stream of newer cafes have piled up but I don't believe they've usurped premises (yet). They easily have the best location on the strip being a corner store and very open windows, which makes for a very nice atmosphere. On this instance I ordered the premises eggs which were bloody awesome . It felt like a brunch-take on a deconstructed meal you might find at a Turkish restaurant. And it worked really well. Coffees superb as you'd expect. Local favourite !
Mar 03, 2016
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Eat_drink_melbs
+4.5
If I ever feel like a change of scene I head to The Premises. The food is spot on, every time, and the staff less pretentious than some of my locals. Keep up the great work guys!
Mar 01, 2016
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Anna_Thornson
+4
I absolutely love the carrot cake here! It's seriously the best I've ever had. The salt beef roll is also delicious! Have been here a few times and it hasn't disappointed
Feb 24, 2016
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Michele Walton
+4.5
Ideal for coffee, breakfast, brunch or lunch..the menu includes some old favourites and new additions…. Premises Eggs $19.50. BBQ Breakfast Roll $13.50.
Mar 19, 2016
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Fussy Eater
+4.5
Our brunch was great and the menu had so many non standard options to tantalise my taste buds. We chose Lebanese flat bread with hummus, felafel, walnuts, bacon and a poached egg. Unexpectedly it came with yoghurt (I can't eat dairy) but that was easily solved by scraping it onto my partners plate. Bonus, some sort of pickled veg. Nice and tangy to add to these warm flavours. I'm going back. Expect more posts about food at the The Premises. They even know how to cook bacon without being asked (thats crispy fyi)!
Feb 22, 2016
5
Mitsuhiro Kato
+5
Ordered waffle benny and BLAT, two cup of coffee. Foods not only taste good, but also looked beautiful! Excellent cafe!
5
dean reister
+5
food was amazing. I went for a lunch today in the premises and I have tried new menu with great options in affordable prices and I must say it was delicious specially middle eastern breakfast.i am very happy with the food but not the service. staff was quite, not welcoming and didn't came to the table after waiting for 15 min and I had to go inside for menus and drinks, but they were talking to each other. I could give 3 star rating for that but for the food only I have given 5 star. if they do amazing service I would love to come back often.
5
Evan Zissimos
+5
Absolutely delicious food, quick service, and great coffee. 👌
5
Gaumzi
+5
One of the best cafes in Melbourne. Their coffee was just fantastic. loved their southern fried chicken burger and would recommend everyone to try it once. The serving size is quite generous so make sure you starve yourself before going here. Service is quite good too and the staff are very polite and friendly.
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