The second time is better ... was rather disappointed on my first visit there. They've seen to have upgraded the quality, quantity and taste coming out of the kitchen.
Well done.
😱Lizzie’s first impression: on the busy strip of Northcote, usually busy especially on weekends and great selection of brunch dishes.
🍩Lizzie enjoyed: The Waffle Benedict are the real winners here - I've come in a couple of times and I ordered it and it was consistently well done. The mushrooms were a fantastic addition to the plate and everything about that dish was delicious. I added haloumi one time too and it was DE-licious.
I also tried the G+T Salmon salad which was incredible - the acidic salad made the dish so fresh and looked vibrant too.
🍅Lizzie did not enjoy: It is a little far out of the city but it’s worth driving all the way!
🥇Lizzie rates overall: Highly recommend this place for all brunch lovers. Good amount of classic dishes done well.
Safe to say, we just found heaven on earth in this adorable little cafe! Tinker is such an quirky and fun cafe, full of good food and friendly service, I honestly can’t recommend this place enough if your in the mood for a mind blowing brunch or even just for a coffee and one of their specialty cakes and desserts!
We opted for the eggs benefit waffles with mushrooms and the golden gaytime hotcakes, both being absolutely incredible! We paired these dishes with a coconut milk chai and an almond milk chai, just perfect!
The staff here are all incredibly friendly and the vibe at Tinker is so warm and welcoming. Highly recommend this cafe to anyone in Melbourne, it’s a must visit and it will blow your brunching minds away xx
I always come back for their waffle eggs benedict. Highly recommend. The panacotta was okay. Otherwise, fantastic food and service.
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Located along High Street, Northcote, Tinker sets the bar high when it comes to brunch.
Visiting for breakfast we ordered the rise and shine bowl and the mango and saffron pannacotta along with coffees to drink and we were very impressed. The coffee was on point and the food came out beautifully presented.
Having previously enjoyed the mango and saffron pannacotta years ago when I last visited I recommended it to my friend who loved it. Topped with plenty of fresh fruit and decorated with flowers, this dish was almost to pretty to eat. The vanilla, almond & cranberry granola added to texture and contrast to the smooth and silky pannacotta.
I opted of the rise and shine bowl and wasn’t disappointed. This Acai bowl topped with whipped coconut yoghurt, spiced maple granola, passionfruit, caramelised mango & peanut butter is one of best Acai bowls I’ve had to date. All the components of the bowl complemented each other, the coconut yoghurt added creaminess and peanut butter is always a plus in my book.
Overall I had a great experience at Tinker and recommend that you check them out if you’re in the area. I rate it ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ our of 5. Thanks very much for having me.
One of the most well known cafes in Melbourne. We had their Korean inspired fried chicken burger which was delicious especially with the Kimchi and crunchy chips on the side. The Waffle Benny was unique and was tastier than expected. I love a perfectly cooked pulled beef.
Stopped in for brunch with the family and OMG it was SENSATIONAL. The pancake was amazing and the fairy-floss is the most ingenious idea. Coffee was spot on, eggs poached to perfection and customer service was among the best I have ever had. What a beautiful little place this is and should be on everyone's "one to try".
Tinker has some of the most delicious meals we have had! The Soba Noodle Nourish Bowl was so tasty and refreshing and left us feeling healthy and energised! It was also gluten free and vegan. We also had the avocado smash which was full of flavour and punch! We truly enjoyed both of our meals at Tinker and will definitely be returning soon!
Invited for brekkie I couldn't wait to try the golden Gaytime hotcakes and the waffle egg benny.
The Gaytime hotcake was delicious, I'm not usually a big sweets eater however I easily demonlished this dish. Flavourwise I can see the resemblance to the infamous ice cream.
The waffle benny was also another great dish. The waffle was fluffy and crispy with 2 perfectly poached eggs on top. The pulled pork was tender and so so tasty.
Great coffee and food, I'd recommend trying out this popular cafe.
I first came to Tinker after reading all the positive reviews, and wasn't disappointed. The menu is definitely above the ordinary, run-of-the-mill Northcote cafe, and this place has become one of my new favourites. All the dishes have really interesting combinations of ingredients and flavours, and not just interesting for the sake of being different, but interesting in a way that works in unexpected and delicous ways. The food looks lovely, has a beautiful mix of textures, and most importantly, is delicious. I haven't had anything from the menu that I didn't love, and I'm always keen to go back to try something new again. And the free sparkling water on tap is just an added bonus.
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