What a hidden Gem in Mount Waverley. Stanley serves delicious brunch with our favourite being the nutella hone kong waffles! The fluffy waffles topped with fruit and nutella is a must try!. We also loved the Heirloom carrots which was a unique dish to the brunch world.
Cant wait to check out more at this cute cafe!
Food was great! Staff were friendly. Just a bit disappointed by the coffee, maybe because it was busy so the coffee was rushed
One of my favourite cafes! I’ve been coming here since it opened. I’ve tried different things on the menu and liked everything (Heirloom carrots are my favourite if I had to decide). Coffee is always great too! I’ve only got one suggestion to make; It’d be great if there were some special seasonal dishes - the menu is great but as a regular it might get a bit boring after a while.
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Quietly located in the suburban streets of Mount Waverley, Stanley is one of the popular cafes from the brains behind Bentwood, Winter, MOB and Clubhouse.
We arrived on a weekday for brunch and were immediately welcomed by the staff. As it was a nice day, we opted to sit in the courtyard
The Chilli Scrambled Eggs have to be some of the best chilli scrambles I’ve tried to date. The texture of the eggs were so silky and creamy. I loved the addition of coriander, fried shallots and Vietnamese mint which added a nice Asian twist. Plenty of Parmesan to top it off (no one’s complaining there!) and bacon too.
The Breakfast Bowl is also probably the best “salad-style” brunch dish I’ve ever tried. I don’t normally order salads, but I would gladly have this any day. The flavours were just so complex and delicious - I loved the smoked yoghurt which also added a nice tartness. There was so much variety in this bowl, every bite was an explosion of flavours and textures. This is a must-try!
The Four Grain Porridge was so warming and perfect for cold days (or hot too!). It was creamy and thick, but still light and refreshing at the same time. I loved the burnt honey labneh and crunchy almond praline, and the soured cherry was the perfect touch!
Of course, we also had to try their famous Nutella Hong Kong Waffles, and they did not disappoint. The perfect combination of crispy, creamy, sweet and tart. The mascarpone and Nutella filling is sweet and decadent, but it’s cut through with the freshness of the berries and raspberry purée, and the airy bubble waffle.
Overall, I really enjoyed my brunch at Stanley and it’s definitely a cafe I’ll be going back to!
Eat_today_diet_tomorrow
+4
Cozy cafe located in Mount waverly, same owner as bentwood Fitzroy and the food does live up to the standard. We ordered acai, salmon bowl and beef brisket benny. My favorite was the acai bowl!!! It was very well made with good mix of flavours. Beef brisket was delicious and salmon bowl was very refreshing. We will definitely come back to try the rest of the menu
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We were invited to Stanley today and just over a year from our initial visit the menu is unchanged. This provided the opportunity to try some of the other dishes. I went for the smashed avocado and also the açai bowl. I didn’t really read the menu properly as this was a smashed avocado and edamame. I’m not a huge fan of edamame but this didn’t change the flavour of the dish (only the texture) I suppose its a good way to get in more nutrients! I also added roast tomato as a side which added even more flavour.
The açai bowl was made with mango juice and as such was sweeter than what I’m used to with this dish but the peanut butter balanced this prettily presented dish and I’m a sucker for anything that comes in a coconut bowl. My dining companion thoroughly enjoyed his beef brisket benny, so much so that I’ll have to try it next time.
Original review
We chose Stanley today for breakfast to catch up with some friends who live nearby. I was shocked to have been robbed twice, once by the ‘weekend surcharge’- is that really a thing? I’ve only ever come across this once before and was as astounded by it then as I am now. Pretty sure given the plethora of cafes this restaurant group own they are well able to cover whatever additional wages weekend trading is costing them just like every other venue does.
The second incident was when I paid the 10% inflated bill and gave $122 for the $111 meal. I was given $1 back and instantaneously said ‘the change was $11’ to which the staff member replied I gave you $11. I offered her to inspect the contents of my bag and wallet to prove she had in fact only given me $1. Not really impressed
On to the food. I had a chai latte to start which was ok. I prefer it on the sweeter side which is why I favour the ones that come with the honey on the side not already in the glass. For my meal I choose the Nutella waffles. Texturally I found the waffle a bit hard and the dish overly sweet but it certainly was pretty on the plate.
The vanilla mascarpone did help to balance it somewhat but the brûlée banana was just compounding the sweetness. If there was a raspberry purée on the plate rather than a decorative smear this may have provided a bit of tartness to aid in a more balanced dish. Overall I found the experience disappointing
Visited for a Saturday lunch and seating wasn’t actually hard to find. We ordered two beef brisket bennys, the Nutella Hong Kong waffles and a detox salad with chicken added. Service was extremely friendly, they got us the essentials and promptly helped us move tables when we changed our minds.
Food - I only had the salad, but it was hearty and had plenty of flavour! Probably the best brunch style salad I’ve had - good amount of crunch from pomegranate seeds. There could have been a bit more quinoa and less of the walnut to offer more volume when paired with the chicken. Otherwise, perfect blend of creamy and fresh flavours.
Tried this cafe for the first time! I love the sriracha salmon flora bowl! Great staff - good food - awesome vibes! Will definitely go back and recommend this one!
Good coffee! Matcha latte was a little weak, would have preferred stronger matcha taste. The chilli scrambled eggs were really creamy and nice. Pulled beef benedict was okay, but the mushrooms were so juicy! Wait staff attentive and friendly.
Had the beef brisket benny which was really good. The eggs were poached perfectly and beef was tender and delicious. The cheddar waffle was such an interesting twist and really completed the meal. Hollandaise was nice but I couldn't taste any jalapeno in it. Overall, a really good however, I would like to see more variety on the menu as it was a bit limited.
This place was great, friendly staff, food that tasted like it was made to order (because it is) and a good atmosphere.
Ordered a variety of food for brunch and while it took a little bit of time for the food to arrive the drinks came out quickly. I have no complaints with the food that I ordered either, just on the whole a good experience.
it’s nice to sit outside on a warm day! the food is all presented very beautifully and good to take pictures of but i feel like they are lacking something flavour wise (maybe the fig salad would be good with some vinaigrette or prosciutto? just a thought :) ) it’s a bit on the pricy side (regular latte was $5.50 and mango smoothie almost $14)
Nice hidden cafe in the suburbs. I just had coffee only and it was well made and the waiter was friendly. Would like to come back and try the food next time!
Absolutely loved it! Stanley is a fantastic cafe in the whole of Melbourne. They make amazing food and the best coffee ever. The staff are amazing, super friendly & the best. I would highly recommend this cafe
I've lived in Mount Waverley for the past 3 years, and I can't believe I only learnt about Stanley now! Gosh. It's a nice corner cafe, comfortable, clean, friendly and attentive staff, and most importantly yummy coffee and food. I ordered the Chilli Scrambled Eggs, and it was one of the yummier version I've had. Definitely recommend this place.
A nice hidden secret in the suburbs. Lovely coffee and a beautiful place to have brunch or lunch. Relaxed environment and a great chilled vibe. Plenty of parking around and an outdoor sitting space for those wanting some fresh air out the back. A special shout out to Jono who served us, you made us feel super welcome and your service was exceptional. Thank you! Highly recommend and would definitely come back again for seconds.
Nice and clean space. In my opinion the menu is somewhat limited. The food was delicious. Quality produce is reflected in the price. Staff were very good.
Arisfoodieadventure_ IG
+4
Ordered Prawn & Kimchi Omelette which
Came with lots of beansprouts and asian salad which was bit too much for my liking. It was overall decent but taking the price into consideration, I’m really not sure if it’s worth it 🤔
however ive dine here so many times and change their menu since ive been here and its still one of the great cafe in melbourne
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