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Umberto Espresso Bar
92/100 (1772 ratings)
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"A very authentic Italian eatery in Thornbury, the food may not look presentable and fancy enough, but it surely taste better than most of it. I..."
Onehangryqueen
"The best Italian in the north side and possibly in Melbourne. Food comes out quickly and well priced. Can not recommend this place enough..."
Kathleen D
"Best pasta I’ve found in Melbourne, have tried quite a few different ones all yummy. Only complaint is it’s hard to get a table and service can..."
Olivia Jameson
"Absolutely amazing food, service is always good service and the specials are constantly changing. Greta outdoor area and we’ll sheltered. Food has..."
Jesmindah
"Really good night!We arrived on Saturday night and the place is buzzing. They only have one outside table in from of the book shop but you..."
Eating Away Melbourne
"This is a favourite in the area, The tastes are clean, subtle and honour the casa or home. The tiramisu is exceptional and anyone who knows anything,..."
Fotis
"From the moment you walk in the smiles and greetings are warm and even though the place looked full, a table was ready for us in a few minutes. I..."
The Pet Roo
"Hard to fault this authentic and very Italian eatery. The food is like eating at your Italian friends grandmas house. Classic flavours, good..."
Finger Lickin
"3.5. Have heard a lot about the pastas here and was excited to try it out. The space is cosy and intimate with attentive service, and food comes out..."
Nalia
"Between Papa WFYB and Mama WFYB’s dislike of noisy places and long queues, Mr WFYB’s limited palate and my numerous intolerances, it’s always a..."
Sonia Nair
"Finally! I got to eat pasta at Umberto!! It was worth my wait let me tell you! We shared the carbonara and the veal ragu and it was divine. Pasta..."
Deezarock
"Have never written a review before but had to for this one. Just devoured the carbonara and it was easily the best I've ever had...."
Milts
"So good! The coffee, the food, the service. This cosy establishment has exactly what you need to feel better about your day. It's no nonsense..."
Descartesmuse
"People did not exaggerate when they said they had the best carbonara... I have been waiting to go here for ages and finally when the time came..."
Aks
"Loved the food. We had the carbonara and the spaghetti aglio e olio and tres bruschettas. Just didn’t want my pasta to ever end. Both pasta dishes..."
Foodie2010
"Cosy authentic Italian restaurant in Thornbury. Limited seating so you have to book. We had the veal ragu which had a rich tomato based sauce which..."
Mrs Mark
"Dined in last night..... told everyone I know how good it was. Couldn't stop thinking about it so have ordered on ubereats tonight. Both spectacular...."
Ashlea Stirling
"Simple and elegant Italian food,Terrific service,Great atmosphere,Perfect location for localsNothing stopping you of coming here..."
Naomi_Northside
"Standout Italian restaurant. The calamari is delicate and the side salad adds a zingy freshness. The meat balls are to die for.Really cool..."
Me
"I tried the veal ragu via uber eats. The pasta itself was cooked al dente and the sauce was cooked slowly and there was a nicely developed flavour...."
John Somers
"Umberto espresso bar at Thornbury. I had the lunch in Umberto. Authentic Italian restaurant with a nice ambience. Spaghetti was nice and fresh cooked..."
Steven Gu
"This place is like visiting the Nonna you don't have - absolutely delicious authentic Italian food.  I've been numerous times for dinner and every..."
Elissa Cohen
"Couldn’t love this place more. The pasta is incredible - possible the best I’ve had in Melbourne. Understated and very authentic. My favourite is..."
Oj_always_eating
"One of the best carbonara dishes I've had in Melbourne. The pieces of cured meat in the dish give it a unique flavor compared to the generic ham that..."
Deniz Benzetsel
"Beautiful food and atmosphere. We got the special of veal cotaletta for entree and it was amazing, should definitely be a permanent addition to the..."
Adrian Haynes
"A hidden gem! Hands down the best carbonara I've ever had. The other pastas are really good as well as their charcuterie boards but the..."
Jae Lee
"Enjoyed a quiet birthday dinner here and could not fault the food. The ricotta and zucchini fritters as entrees are to die for and you must MUST..."
Ro Can't Dance
"Above average lunch food for a cafe. Delicious pastas. The breakfasts I have tried are a bit plain and the portions are small. I will stick to their..."
Bobby
"I now have a massive soft spot for Umberto. The food was delicious, the staff gorgeous and the vibe of the place was relaxed yet buzzing. My new go..."
Tahlia Jolly
"Not just one of the best places to eat in Thornbury, but in the whole of Melbourne. The food is so delicious, and authentically Italian. And it has..."
Ben To
"Best Alio e Olio ever! This is something everyone needs to try. Been going here since 2012 with my best friends and we rarely go anywhere else for..."
Maria Le
"I usually pop in to Umberto when waiting for a haircut across the road, and I definitely look forward to each occasion. The range of..."
Beau James
"Really cool place - great decor and good service from knowledgable and genuinely interested staff.The menu is quite varied too- food was all..."
Chris Cappola
"Coffee was ok. Meals were great. My mum and I had pasta which was not too oily and tasted great. Partner had scrambled eggs (il campagnolo) which..."
Milli Wan
"But what I was really keen on was the Spaccatelli Carbonara ($19). I’ve never had a proper carbonara before, and I have to admit that this was a..."
Sweet And Sour Fork
"Umberto Espresso was on out menu today as we felt like eating Italian food ☺.The venue is really rustic, simple and very 'Northern'..."
Must Be Hungry
"This place makes you feel you're back in Italy! Best carbonara EVER! Such a cute little place with great atmosphere and it's authentic Italian..."
Dee
"Everything about Umberto's is fantastic. The food, the atmosphere and the service. Assaggini and pasta are super delicious and the weekly specials..."
Mia Tua
"This is the closest to my mums and nonnas cooking! The best Italian food! I have been for breakfast and dinner and never let down! My partner and I..."
Jay
"Best carbonara I've ever had!! Not too heavy, and great portion size. The fish and potato balls were also super delicious. Great service, and a fab..."
Gluttonous Gabi
"Went with my husband during the week Place was nice, food was good, but small portions had to order a bit of food to full us up but otherwise was..."
Lucyyy019
"We got the aglio e olio, and the carbonara. First bite was amazing, but the pasta was quite oily, by the time we got to the bottom there was a big..."
Chardos
"Ordered via Deliveroo Calamari (main) and pannacotta and both were very disappointing. For a main course, it was an extremely small serve of..."
Greta Kenny
"Stumbled upon this beauty when I googled "good pasta in the northern suburbs" and it is great! The only downside I would say is you can't make..."
Rajveer Sandeep
"So a girlfriend and I were looking for a decent pasta in my local area. I'd heard great things about Umberto's & it did not disappoint.Both..."
Tash Misale
"Hands down my favourite place to eat out in Thornbury. Relaxed atmosphere, wonderful italian food, all made in house (including salumi). My very..."
Miranda Louise
"Love Umberto. Authentic Italian food. Serving sizes focus on quality over quantity (not a back handed criticism, I prefer this) so plan for an..."
Jesse Elisabeth Dean
"Order the carbonara. You absolutely won't regret it. It'll be amongst the best you've ever had. (The cardio can wait)P.S. Your wallet will also..."
Letthemeatcake
"Awesome coffee, great breakfast and very friendly staff .. keeps me going back time and time again ! Not to mention a very authentic, Italian feel..."
Alfred Drummond
"Night out for drinks with my gal pal espresso martini and negroni, custard donut and orange torte. Exciting buzz in the bar, service was ok but the..."
Sweet Chilli
"Nice coffee. Very smooth. Interesting designed. Cool staff doesn't talk much but friendly. Maybe a little bit shy? Will come back for sure...."
Elyar Azat
"Pick this place up and send it to Italy. 11/10 best Italian restaurant in Melbourne. Pasta is 100% traditional and is amazing. Feels like your in..."
Brianna M
"Went here for a morning beverage and it was an absolute delight! It was so authentically italian that I received a smirk for ordering a soy hot..."
Sarah
"Great food. We ordered the spaghetti marinara. Delicious. Was highly impressed with staff. They were helpful in matching food with drinks. Highly..."
La Plum
"A friend suggested we have lunch at a small "cafe/milkbar which was a family-run place serving simple Italian food", not far from him in..."
Mark From Melbourne
"Friendly staff, warm atmosphere, great selection of Italian beers and good coffee. The pasta is absolutely amazing and you must try the spaghetti..."
William Rizk
"Delicious, filling and heart warming food. Perfect place for a cold winter night. The broccoli and the potato sides are a must. Have yet to leave..."
James Callaghan
"Extremely friendly staff who was always attentive and full of smiles. The two dishes we got was served fairly quickly and it is definitely a place im..."
Mayellow
"Very busy cafe , good selection on the menu and the coffee is very smooth. Try the spaghetti marinara .Make sure you leave room for a jam donut for..."
Nick The Greek
"If you ever want traditional Italian food, then Umberto's is the place to go. Rather than focusing on complicated dishes, they stick to traditional..."
Moni | Thoughts Of A Moni
"Decided it was time to try this place after being told about it from my friend....and I was not at all disappointed. The calamari were lightly..."
Romont66
"Really good night, we dine here regularly and tonight was an outstanding , started off with the special on offer, minestrone,full of flavour, really..."
Tomina
"Because I wanted pasta, and we were starting to fill up, we shared a bowl of the ragu di vitello con spaccattelli – home made veal sauce. And it..."
Jess Carey
"I came here for breakfast. Ordered Casa and Salmone were both very delicious. Coffee has beautiful aroma with cream texture. Really great to come and..."
Leena
"Go to place for your Italian food fix. Serious home cooked goodness with great service. I'll definitely be coming back here. The Olives are a trip..."
Charlie Galea
"Prob best coffee in the area... They do a few things, and they do it well. I found that the service is not simply friendly, it is personable...."
Jimmy V-Rod.
"If you want authentic Italian cuisine, your first stop should be Umberto Espresso Bar. The food is generously portioned and delicious! The vibe of..."
Chris
"I have been to Umberto Espresso Bar many times & have never been disappointed. Food, coffee and overall experience is excellent. Love going there for..."
Paul M
"Beth and I visited Umberto Espresso Bar today with Annie. We sat in the cosy back courtyard under a little olive tree. I believe that the back..."
Andrew Dodds
"That classic, simple Italian Espresso feelingOld, classic, traditional looking cafe minus the accent. Simple but vibrant atmosphere inside,..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"Instant love for this place; the coffee perfection, the concise but yummy sounding menu, the generous glasses of wine, and the delicious pasta. ..."
Betsy
"Dinner with friends. Two of us had the specials and two had pasta. All very happy with our food - my veal delicious. Also enjoyed the desserts - tira..."
Paddy Montana
"Perfect taste. Beautiful scramble egg and nice coffee. Great service and friendry Italian staff. Indeed this cafe is very..."
Leena
"It is hard to overstate the qualities of Umberto Espresso Bar, which is decidedly one of High Street's gastronomic strongholds.This place has a..."
Andrea Mattia Marcelli
"Solid performer. Warm and comfortable on a chilly winter day. Coffee was quality. Service was friendly, attentive and quick. Meals weren't amazing..."
ThePrestonProwler
"This is our absolute favourite restaurant...maybe in all of Melbourne. The food is simple, good quality Italian, in a venue that feels relaxed as its..."
Rebecca McLennan
"Always enjoy visiting. One of my favourite places on the High St to grab a coffee. And great coffee it is too, but it's the staff, esp...."
666monkeyboy
"Umberto is quintessentially Italian and is serving some of the best coffee in Melbourne. The menu focus here is on traditional dishes that utilise..."
Maxi
"The coffee, food and ambience are all fantastic at Umberto's with the service being a highlight - the staff are always friendly and helpful...."
R0bsta
"Wanted to try the pasta but it was too early so had to try their breakfast. It is simple breakfast but hearty and flavoursome. Very friendly and..."
JiTe
Short Round
89/100 (1296 ratings)
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"Best breakfast I've had for years!!! Amazing breakfast simply perfect best poached eggs I've ever had and gluten free bread was so soft yummy both..."
Carina Gard
"Beautiful lunch and coffees. The pesto eggs were amazing and my partner loved his salmon with betroot relish dish. Really impressed with the quality..."
Amelia Kelso
"Really fresh, great flavor & amazing curry. One of my (new) favorites! Owner & staff are exceptionally nice and..."
Nellie Barrios
"First time at short round ... staff fantastic and friendly Food was excellent ... very reasonable prices If in the area (or not as it's worth..."
Jason Hart
"The absolute best thing I have ever eaten. Sautéed mushrooms. Exactly what dreams are made of! Thank you for that experience!..."
Yianna Martino
"Amazing breakfast I had here, two hash browns, poached eggs with a Beetroot matcha sprinkled over them and a rocket and walnut salad with fresh..."
Heidos Relaxos
"Food was tasty, service was friendly and would recommend it to friends..."
June Pezzotto
"Yum! Good coffee, nice egg and bacon rolls, delicious berries and labne and a cute interior. Great prices, too. Will be back..."
Elsbeth Elektra
"Everything about this place is insanely good. The food the service the layout. .definitely a fave. Highly..."
Lauren Lester
"Short and round the best breakfast place around. We stumbled across it by accident and have never being disappointed. Only whinge.......when I..."
Robyn Scholz
"Still rating it as my best breakfast I have had since moving down..."
Kane Blaber
"Always a wonderful experience. Congee is amazing..."
Melissa Boyden
"Love my brunch today and the fact that I didn't get any allergy reaction to any of the food I tasted. The service is impeccable. Love..."
Rosa Elvira Rios
"Just had the most amazing blueberry, peach, and white chocolate muffin..."
Alyssa Duncan
"Been here twice now and it's becoming mine and my girlfriends local. Absolutely stella food n..."
Marcos Sanz
"We came here on a whim but we are also working our way down a High Street Cafes. Short Round keeps the standard high. They staff were great at..."
The Wandering Reviewer
"Came with friends and it was so busy we nearly walked past, but the staff were friendly and efficient. Food came out relatively quickly given how..."
Yumyumfoodyum
"We adored this cafe. We would score it a 4.6 out of 5.It’s a pretty funky and buzzy place here. The fit out is nice with a few really..."
Two Sheds
"I was here for lunch today with a friend and really enjoyed the food. The menu is small with an equal mix of sweet and savoury dishes, quite classic..."
The Spice Adventuress
"Incredible brekky. The atmosphere is very contemporary with a menu to match. The service was fantastic and the food even better. The brioche burger..."
Therese Rowan
"One of my favourite brunch places in the inner north! Friendly service and consistent food/coffee. The menu changes every once in a while and..."
Tania
"Cute spot for brekkie or lunch in Thornbury! Staff are always friendly, the atmosphere is nice with groovy interior design and lots of natural light!..."
EagerToEat
"There wasn’t one scrap on my plate after going to short round! The bread with this meal below was honestly the best. Read I’ve had in a long..."
Cassie Betteson
"My parents are nothing if not creatures of habit, which is how Mr WFYB and I found ourselves traipsing to their favourite creperie Le Café Flo in..."
Sonia Nair
"This place is quality. It's not that it's the best cafe going around, but what it does, it does well. Great decor and interesting spacial plan make..."
Joshua Moore
"A real local favourite of ours - delicious coffee and food - we try and head here at least once every couple of weeks...generous serves and fairly..."
Oj_always_eating
"Stylistically it’s a pretty typical inner Melbourne cafe, but a good example thereof. It’s popular, but quite roomy, so it’s not usually a..."
Ben To
"This place is great! Came here of a late afternoon, sat in the sun and split a haloumi burger. The chef was super kind by splitting it for..."
Ashie Eats
"This really is one of the best breakfast places in Thornbury. The food is of high quality and always tasty, with generous serving sizes. The menu..."
Im_23
"I've been here twice and both times have been quite pleasant. First time a while ago, I had some cured salmon dish I believe. It was really..."
Tina Tran
"Very busy place, but the service was prompt. Almond flat white was good, with a very strong almond flavour from the milk they use. Ordered the miso..."
Lole Lole Lole
"The brunch menu here is amazing and the coffee is great. Nice interior design and the outdoor seating faces the morning sun! Will be coming back here..."
Liv
"The first mouthful of my polenta porridge and I had regrets I had ordered a dish that was way too sweet for my pallet. This was after it landed on..."
The Pet Roo
"This place can make a good coffee that’s for sure. Fresh and strong with a slight fruity note in my coffee guide its a good one of course i am..."
Just Jamie
"Short Round is a must visit if you're anywhere near the Thornbury area. It has everything you want: good service, a great vibe, lots of natural..."
KnowingMelbourne
"Spectacular food. We loved this. Great tasting food and coffee make this a definite must visit. The service was good too 😉. We will definitely..."
Pinch Of Bacon
"A spacious, modern cafe with plenty of indoor greenery, lovely spot for a brunch! Great range of creative and unique options on the menu. I..."
Binula
"Lovely cafe! Decor is fresh and modern with a beautiful arrangement of indoor greenery. Ordered a chai latte and the coconut tapioca. The chai was..."
Loz Arthur
"This place has an interesting menu and I've never had a bad experience taste wise. Sometimes a bit pretentious with the menu however (I asked whether..."
Livilivilivil
"This place is entirely too busy and loud for my liking and I don't really understand the allure to the crowds who flock here. The food is nice but..."
FoodingAroundMelbourne
"First time visiting this beautiful cafe!Nice selection of tea, tried the oolong wich was presented really nice! Coffee is delicious! Was..."
Yun Peng
"Lots of cafes in the area , but honestly , this is the Best cafe in Thornbury! Why would you bother with others? Food is on point every single time..."
Afoodholic
"Really good coffee, food and service. Often have proud mary beans on rotation which are a favourite of mine. Coffee is always consistent. High..."
Matt
"Great little place for brunch, the shop fit out is gorgeous and the staff are quick on their feet. It's a nice addition to High Street, would..."
Rajveer Sandeep
"Love the vibe of this place. I've eaten here a couple of times and both time have not disappointed. They have a very interesting menu and their..."
GlassOfMalbec
"With Hammer & Tong seemingly permanently closed, I'm glad to find another cafe that produces pretty and decadent brunch. The dishes were meticulously..."
FoodforThought
"Decided to drive up north this time to Short Round. Gorgeous and spacious cafe with lots of scrumptious menu. Started with good coffee and mocca..."
Eatwithhendri
"Fabulous Cafe with really interesting menu and great interior design. Large space with great service. Good brunch which follows into lunch menu...."
Rosie Posie
"I'm not sure. Vibe was good. Venezuelan Hot Chocolate was exactly like the one back home.... Delicious !!!! Service great. Food looked great but I..."
LauLau
"Probably my favorite cafe around that area. Meals are always great, coffee is brilliant and the service is friendly. I loved the brioche French toast..."
DP
"Came to Short Round for the first time today and I can confirm I'll be back - great selection of dishes on the menu, I went for something slightly..."
Megan M
"Short Round is easily the best cafe in the neighbourhood, with good coffee, creative food and interesting ingredients. Get's busy on weekends,..."
Jesse Elisabeth Dean
"Definitely one of my favourite cafes in Melbourne. No idea how this place has a low score. It's amaze balls. Should be a 5. The food is always..."
Katherine Kay
"Had a really lovely breakfast here, early on a Sunday morning. The coffee was delicious, and the food to die for. I couldn't finish my French toast..."
Milly
"What a lovelh place. It has outdoor seating as well. Their Chai blend was on point. The Pumkpin cake was nice but a bit dry form my liking. I had the..."
Vee
"Short Round is a beautiful, light filled cafe situated on a corner on Thornbury. There are lots of tables within the cafe and it gets quite busy on a..."
Aneta N
"Was excited to visit this place after seeing the menu. But when we got there the menu had changed from the one on zomato. However there were some..."
TheyCallHimX
"Great breakfast spot. Friendly staff, cute court yard and delicious food which is served really quickly. Would highly recommend. Unsure if they take..."
Danielle
"Short round is an absolutely wonderful cafe and I've been here twice and both times the staff have been so lovely. The food is fantastic and I always..."
Gf Queen
"Staff were friendly and greeted as soon as at the door. Only here for drinks, coffee was good without being awesome, hot chocolate nice ! would..."
Embo07
"Really nice cafe on high st, staff were really friendly even when busy. Food was good and so was the coffee. Nice outdoor area with heaters as well...."
Roxanne Hastie
"I have been there for the first time.1. staff are very lovely2. Breakfast is great, and served in a timely fashion way3. Will go there..."
Ali Al Joboory
"I love this place for brunch... Beautiful and creative combination of flavours in their breakfast menu. The ingredients are always fresh, well..."
Jem
"Very busy (rightfully so) cafe on high Street. They make one of the best mochas I've ever had. Their menu changes dependant upon the season and the..."
Xe
"A local you can always count on.Though Short Round can get pretty busy on the weekends (expect a 10-15 minute wait on Saturday/Sunday..."
Alistair Merritt
"Always up for supporting local businesses and this one definitely payed off! Almond latte was very good and also the food! Full of flavour ..."
Jay
"After having to search for a new dish from Short Round when the Winter menu was replaced with the Summer menu, I settled on the Breakfast Slaw and it..."
Luke
"Coffee is excellent, staff are super friendly and the fit out is really nice. The staff don't have that entitled hipster pretentiousness that a lot..."
Zoe Chenier-Hinde
"I've eaten here before and was pleased.The service is quite amazing. You are approached on entry by a friendly, sincere smile and made to feel..."
Crispymelbreview
"This place is very comfortable, good coffee and a delicious menu. Love coming here for a weekend breakfast. Their summer menu is particularly great...."
Flakeymanners
"Nice chilled place for a catch up over brunch. The food is OK, not amazing. I had the egg, cheese and bacon brioche sliders. The ratio of egg and..."
Ben Johnson
"Hands down my favourite cafe in THORNBURY. Great coffee, food and service. Poached eggs are perfect no glad wrap in sight. Luv the decor with hanging..."
Mad For Food
"Short Round was a great place to grab a quick bite to eat while still indulging in a beautifully crafted meal. I really enjoyed the staff, friendly..."
Matthew Zita
"My local favourite! You can order anything off the menu and won't be disappointed. Good prices, large proportions and constantly good coffee. Cute..."
Stephanie Dellios
"Driving at 40km/h up High St. is annoying.  Especially on a public holiday morning when no one is around.  Luckily, once you get to Thornbury, you..."
Chewing Is Exercise
"First time here, on Valentine's Day, busy but not overwhelming, waitress' new exactly what they were doing. Food was amazing, presented very well,..."
Sialis
"This cafe is lovely and the staff are a lot friendlier than the young men they had working there when they opened. It's a great space and the food is..."
Lizziebtookan
"Best designed and built Cafe in Thornbury, even Northcote dare I say.Big open space, big open windows, just a spectacular set up in this..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"Lovely coffee and great food. Pumpkin omelette was incredible! Friendly efficient service and they happily accommodated my two little kids. What a..."
Fiona.smeaton
"Just when I thought I would never be able to have a take away coffee again I discovered Short Round almond lattes,,,,,, Best Almond latte I have ever..."
Chrissii Khoury
"I was living across the road from here for sometime so visited often. Love how the menu changes with the seasons. At first service wasn't too..."
Lauren Maree
"This place is great ! Coffee is pretty good and the eggs were good .siracha scramble were Delish . The staff were great too very friendly..."
Sym
"Very nice cafe in trendy Thornbury. A great selection of delicious dishes presented beautifully. Good service and nice coffee too! Will definitely..."
James
"Been here a few times and now and it's always amazing. Best coffees, food is always wonderful, and staff are lovely! Will always come back!..."
Bonsaisly
"Be willing to try it all and you will be pleasantly surprised, but if you are after a basic brunch this is not the place for you. The menu changes..."
Kate Liggett
"Went here on a Saturday morning and it was packed with people. I decided to wait for 15 minutes and was seated by a friendly staff member. I liked..."
Cheezels
"We spotted Short Round cafe which seemed quite popular (a good sign), had side street parking (also a good sign) and it looked rather appealingly..."
Eat And Be Merry Crew
"Went here due to high review and I wasn't disappointed. Had the bacon & avocado stack with a poached egg and it was divine. Coffee was great too,..."
Q
"Amazing place to come for breakfast! I come here every time I can. Waffle are the best :) also they change the menu quite often according to the..."
Tomasvr85
"Gorgeous food, nice cup of coffee. Super speedy service. Had the kimchi and tofu, Egg was a touch over but that's only if I'm being really picky. The..."
Natalie Carter
"Great coffee at this place! Walk by here every weekend forour morning coffees. Hot chocolate on a cold winters day is to die for! Great service with..."
Triz DS
"Walked past this place with a friend, looking for a nice place for lunch. Looked into the windows, liked what we saw so we went in. Our food took its..."
Jennifer Witchcat
"Great staff, great food. I love the chai and coffee. The interior is beautiful. A welcome addition to..."
La Plum
"My partner has come plenty of times and loves the menu. Coffee was good. Eggs were a little undercooked as was bacon. Bathroom is big enough for a..."
Susan Lengyel
"Sunday morning breakfast / brunch after a hiatus due to severe lockdowns .. definitely out of practice and definitely missed the social..."
Ruth Griffiths
"Short Round is a terrific cafe. A traditional remodeling of an old light space. It’s very pleasantly fitted out and on the day I was there was..."
Ella
"Really enjoyed our coffees and meal at Short Round. Enjoyed the space sitting by the window in the afternoon sun. Coffees were solid, the girls loved..."
Stephen Armytage
"A great little cafe in the heart of Thornbury. Excellent food and great service… do your self a favour and give it a try , you won’t be..."
David Cigognini
"Came in for a light lunch during the day, I was little bit hungover but still needed to eat. The staff were excellent, providing good insight as to..."
Kevin Z
"That was such a lovely brunch! Gingerbread waffles. Absolutely delicious. Couple that with a great cup of coffee and very friendly staff it just..."
Christian Fludder
"Google needs more stars so I can give this 100 stars! Coffee was perfect, hog chocolate amazing, and our brunch was nothing short of sensational...."
Eamon Drew
Brother Alec
88/100 (750 ratings)
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"My partner and I wanted to come down for a while and decided to finally go for brunch last sunday. We arrived around 2pm. It wasn't too full, not too..."
Charles-Olivier de Durden
"I absolutely love this place. Not only is the food and drinks top notch but the staff and management who work there always make you feel very very..."
Paul Harrison
"Fantastic local cafe. In an area with considerable competition, Brother Alec consistently delivers. The food is great and the staff are charming and..."
Ben Holgate
"The best lunch I've had in a while. The Parmesan sage polenta was just delicious and beautifully plated up. This is high end restaurant quality..."
Ines Iachelini
"Tried their nachos yesterday and they were just amazing! The best nachos I had in Melbourne so far! Not to forget, the staff was so friendly!!..."
Jo Nagpal
"Beautiful cozy cafe with best coffee, delicious food and friendly..."
Paco Luo
"I love Brother Alec. I’ve loved them for years but more recently I’ve realised that for me, they’re not really about selling great food and..."
Sasha Hardie
"Warm and lovely people making delish coffee special reserve tea and fabulous food ! Try it..."
Neda Rahmani
"Here's the thing. The food is delish, the service is perfect, and the vibe is fab. The staff are just so goddam friendly I almost feel bad for not..."
Heidi McDermott
"Staff are really lovely and friendly, makes you feel like you have known them all for ages. Food is amazing..."
Erin Davies
"The staff are amazing so polite and the Nachos was..."
Shelley Parry
"Hey we had a super nice time with you folk. I would move in if I could. Thanks for the laffs, the coffee and the house blend soya..."
Jessica Carroll
"Awesome food, friendly staff and a fun atmosphere! My favourite cafe in Melbourne so far..."
Cameron Bradley
"My fave..."
Lucy Jane
"Seriously delicious and friendly. They are always delightful and give my 1 year old son..."
Diana M Clarke-Hannaford
"Amazing staff! And the chocolate cake was delicious too --> good..."
Mariska Kornet
"Excellent in every way. Super friendly workers. Always make me feel like part of the family. Thank you..."
Josie Caverzan
"Very warm and friendly atmosphere, fantastic breakfast, highly..."
Ziyad Nicolas
"Love this place. Their breakfast roll has got me through mire hangovers than I’d like to..."
Jude Diligence
"My girlfriend and I decided we HAD to try this place for breakfast as we passed it so often.The staff were so lovely, quick to serve and very..."
The Wandering Reviewer
"Nice cafe with very reasonably priced food and specials. Dropped in on a whim but was certainly a good choice. Staff were very friendly and decor..."
Yume Yume
"We had read about the friendly service, and they really go above and beyond here customer service wise!We sat in the outdoor courtyard area..."
Val86
"One of the best cafes down high street. Yummy food, great menu in general, good coffee, super friendly positive staff that set a lovely welcoming..."
Meg Gro
"Amazing place. This Thornbury institution has been serving the locals for almost 10 years now and I have been regular almost as long. Friendly staff..."
Positive_Eats
"Seriously the best coffee in the north and the friendliest most welcoming staff too!Can't go wrong with anything on the menu, I would know..."
Tung Nguyen
"Our friends recommended this cafe to us and let me just say, I’m happy that we visited. The level of service coupled with the welcoming and..."
Vanessa
"Great service, great coffee. The staff are attentive! A cute little cafe that will be A definite regular visit. Fave dish is the HLAT! Will be back..."
Hungry Harry
"Friendly low key service, a really good menu and great coffee. Almost always close to full and with good reason. I love having breakfast here..."
ChefDaParty
"This was a collaboration experience. I walked through the door and was welcomed immediately by one of the owners which was lovely!. Malia was so..."
Themummyblogger
"I loved the music, 90s RNB dreamssss; TLC, brandy etc so much fun. The jerk chicken was incredible. Malia is the greatest. I will be back..."
Hank Clifton-Williamson
"Great food and a great atmosphere. Lovely staff who are very attentive. Took the in-laws for brunch and they enjoyed it. Good for brekkies and catch..."
Ramen_Girl
"Small cafe. Not suitable for large groups. Ordered chorizo and polenta (autumn menu). Tasty but too much polenta ! Will definitely come back to try..."
Miss T.A
"Super friendly staff. Has a great vibe to it. Food was amazing! Recommend the BLAT. And to top off the experience had an epic yo-yo!! Would have..."
Chie Bourke
"Without a doubt my favourite breakfast and coffee spot. Adorable staff, amazing coffee and delicious food. I enjoy the menu having standard faves..."
Karlie Randall
"The staff at Brother Alec are super friendly, always greeting you wish a smile and hello. Coffee is good and the food is nice and fresh; just wish..."
Julie V
"I absolutely love Brother Alec. The food is always really tasty and made with quality, fresh ingredients. The coffee is like most places in..."
Liz
"The staff here are absolutely lovely.My daughters saw that hugs are free on the menu and after asking for one they both got a big hug from our..."
Spirited Stardust
"Wow! I asked if they could make the French toast dairy free and check out the picture. The yellow blobs are lemon curd, the wafers are raspberry..."
Carol Lewis
"I've been excited about heading to Brother Alec for a little while now, it's been in my Zomato bookmarks for ages and yesterday i finally had..."
Eat.Sleep.Review
"Fabulous special: the croissant bread and butter pudding with fresh fruit and coffee cream. Had the sparkling espresso-pow. Only have this if you can..."
Bensuemacdar
"Find this small sunny shop from internet. Everything is perfect . The French toast melted my mum’s heart. Highly recommend the nachos and French..."
Sifang Cai
"This is my favourite brunch cafe. EVER. You walk in and it looks so unassuming then BAM - amazing coffee! The friendliest staff! Delicious..."
Melly
"Brother Alec. Nice cosy place for a Sunday afternoon brunch. Buttermilk fried chicken burger is a must recommend. Pancake is nicely presented but a..."
Steven Gu
"Came here with my friend after hearing good things and ordered something a little different - pumpkin and poached eggs with a variety of toppings...."
Demi
"Hands down my favourite place to eat. The staff are AMAZING! I think they only have one vegan option (Huevos Rancheros) but when it's that good, you..."
Michelle Louise
"If you wanna try something new for your breakfast then this is the place... i had the pumpkin smash which was amazing and my husband had huevos..."
Aks
"Came here for lunch and ordered the smashed pumpkin with halloumi and a cappuccino. The food and coffee was nice , service was friendly and..."
Thuyteeisaboy
"Consistently awesome food and service! Have to go and have breakfast here when in town. Warm, friendly and welcoming, but above all food is always..."
Teresa Raso
"The new renovations are amazing and this means more people can enjoy this great cafe. This cafe is my favourite in Thornbury, actually in Melbourne,..."
Katherine Benson
"Brother Alec has been my favourite cafe in the northern suburbs since forever. The menu is always evolving and brings delicious surprises with each..."
Matt Walter
"There is a very good reason why this place can get busy - the coffee is consistently delicious and the food is hearty, warming with some unique..."
Abbotsfordroomrental
"Such a wonderful cafe! The staff are always so welcoming and the coffee is always delicious. Best place for a hangover breakkie - try the huevos..."
Katie
"Ok, you can stop looking, you've just found the best Cafe in Thornbury! I've been a Thornbury local and a regular at this cafe for around 4 years now..."
Kat Williams
"Best cafe in Thornbury. Easy-going, friendly, great coffee and great food. The guys are always lovely to chat to. Easy to see why it's always..."
Sophie Gerhard
"A wonderful little cafè and very friendly service! I had the basil brekky roll and my friend had the porridge, delicious!!! The coffee was a little..."
Aley Rice
"Yet another cafe I've always wanted to attend on the high street strip. Table booking recommended for this cafe, but I made a decision to bite the..."
Tez
"I have been meaning to write this for a while now.They have THE best service in melbourne! And the food and coffee ain't bad either. I..."
Steven Curry
"Really nice food at a descent price! Can tell the produce if fresh. Staff are really friendly. I will definitely be returning! Would..."
Stella Maitland
"Our favourite local cafe.Great coffee and chai lattes. Super friendly service- always good vibes! Delicious, hearty food. Huevos Rancheros and..."
KlyneJ
"Brother Alec is popular small cozy cafe on the corner near the busy intersection.Coffee is very creamy and smooth with mild flavour.Soft..."
Leena
"Great food, I had the French toast, she had the BlAT. Amazing people, very welcoming and super friendly and attentive, can not fault this place!..."
Andrew Bartram
"Brother Alec certainly lives up to its healthy rating. It's a mighty place that delivers wonderfully.Reading the menu nearly induced a..."
Two Sheds
"Friendly staff greeted us at the door, and you can tell they all actually like each other. Food was a little underwhelming but nice all the same,..."
FoodingAroundMelbourne
"Fabulous Cafe, we love the name, the vintage decor and the super friendly staff. We booked for 6 in advance knowing how busy it can get. We were..."
Split The Bill
"This Sunday, I woke up early for a Badminton session. After a marathon two hour long session of smashes, I worked up a large appetite. Good thing I..."
Anish Mohile
"Wonderful food, great atmosphere and staff!! We will definitely make this our regular now that we've moved to the area!! :) the Reuben is absolutely..."
Allie Harris
"I came here today after hearing all of the reviews and going past on the tram non stop. Sadly it was an improptu coffee/lunch date and I'd actually..."
Kat Howes
"We were drawn to this cafe because of the high score and it was worth the visit. Although it looks unpretentious from the outside everything pleases...."
Bertram Daniel
"Cute little place, ordered the breakfast bruschetta and it was out of this world. So yum. Good coffee, friendly staff. Will definitely come back...."
Lole Lole Lole
"Great coffee. Staff very very friendly. The setting inside is comfortable but seriously could do with a little bit of facelift. White walls with not..."
Matt
"This is my favorite cafe to go to in Melbourne. The food is amazing, with lots of vegetarian options. The coffee is excellent. The staff are always..."
Simone Burton
"Yo if you thinking about going somewhere else for a snack or whatever, don't do it. I don't care if you have to kayak over the Pacific Ocean, come to..."
Sam Heywood
"So many positives about this cafe! The food was amazing! All four of us at the table were really happy with the meals we ordered. The muesli was..."
BIRCHER QUEEN 👑
"This porridge is amazeballs , have not been able to find one that comes close or as creamy and well balanced as this one.....Just perfect on brisk..."
The Pet Roo
"Brother Alec's menu features a well rounded menu of interesting dishes with influences from various cuisines, instead of the usual brunch suspects. I..."
Julycheee
"Good cafe... would go again for sure... Nice coffee and breaky..   High st is great for a morning out.. would recommond it so anyone walking..."
Dalo Dalo455
"Firstly the food here is delicious! I would definitely recommend the Huevos Rancheros. By the time it hit the table I was salivating by just looking..."
Foodgrubbie
"My go to here is the breakfast burrito - it's seriously massive, flavoursome and so filling. You'll definitely feel heavy afterwards so don't order..."
Sammi C
"Only giving this place a 5 because you can't give it more! I often order the HLAT so I can't speak on behalf of most options on the menu but I can..."
Bonsaisly
"If I could rate this place 10 stars I would!So accommodating. They split bills, alterations to the menu, not a problem. Happy vibes and a can do..."
Liza
"Can't say it often enough, this place is just fabulous. It's great because of the friendly staff who smile, treat you like a guest & tell you which..."
Lizziebtookan
"No pretention, just banging breakfasts and really good coffee. Staff are charming, kids are welcome. A Thornbury classic. Recommend the BLAT/HLAT or..."
Jesse Elisabeth Dean
"Friendly atmosphere and staff lovely. Service quick and the turkish rolls are to die for! Very understated but an amazing service. Will be going..."
Sian Alice
"Went here yesterday for breakfast and grabbed the tomatoe soup from the specials board. Missus had the mushy burger thing. Both were great, although..."
Glassed
"This little gem cafe is a staple in our lives! There is no other cafe quite like it! No where else has staff like this, best customer service, a..."
Belinda Parsons
"Great little cafe on high st. Food is simple but good, the staff are 10/10 so friendly and attentive, really made our morning. Oh and the cookies..."
Roxanne Hastie
"Love the Huevos Rancheros with some added chilli sauce. The coffee is great and so is the service. Very friendly.Definitely rate Brother..."
Irregular Joe
"So, I don't review as often as I would like but felt compelled today. Coffee was good but the service was amazing. Thank you Sarah for being genuine..."
Euan
"Very good service, very friendly. The hot chocolat and cinammon was very good. Veggie burger was a bit empty though even if it was good. The house..."
Fanny Foodie
"Been here a few times now and the staff are always extremely friendly ! Awesome atmosphere in the cafe ! Food is so good ! Hearty size..."
Embo07
"Easily the best place in Thornbury for coffee and then you are presented with the menu (take your pick), then the single origin coffee and then onto..."
Bear X 1
"Beautiful local cafe to rival the big guns.In a strip of amazing cafes on High St such as Short Round, BARRY, Red Door Corner Store and..."
Alistair Merritt
"Get the Huevos Rancheros - I have come here over 50 times and I don't think I've ordered anything else. That's how good it is. The staff are super..."
Collin Li
"Their coffee is always on point. Great service. Food is good too. It's cool how you can buy St David's Dairy products from them, not to mention..."
Gazza S.
"This is a place that is probably not so obvious from the street but it's Thornbury's little hidden gem. I found it thanks to fellow zomato reviewers...."
Mizpiggy
"Hipster Northerners surely get their coffee right.Loved the froth and aroma of this one.May be in tomorrow to sample their breakfast or lunch..."
Crispymelbreview
"A warm greeting by friendly staff and delicious breakfast/lunch offerings on the menu. My double espresso was also very good. Brother Alec is a cosy..."
Chris
"More than just a coffee shop, take one step inside the doors of bro alec and you will understand why. It's not just the fact that their coffee is..."
Solomon Petrovski
"I enjoyed my time at Brother Alec. Having a latish breakfast there after working a night shift, I had the Smashed Avocado with a side of Mushrooms. I..."
Andrew Dodds
"Bloody good coffee and some of the nicest staff you will ever meet. The menu was not massive the last time I went but it has a few solid..."
Michael
"Cosy, cute little cafe on High Street. Brother Alec has a very homely feel to it from the decor and ambience to the food and service. All the waiters..."
Almeida
"Really small, dingy looking place on high st Thornbury. Not as modern and good looking as its neighbouring cafes, but boy do they have good..."
Gem
"Perfect start to the day is to have a coffee and a breakfast roll. My friends and I always feel welcome and never feel rushed to leave. Epic..."
Perky
"Sah good. BLAHT is where it's at - got all the tang you could want in a sandwich.And dat OJ - off its head. And the waiter with the..."
Kahl P
"Brother Alec offers a focused selection of breakfast and lunch options – typical Australian brunch staples with flourishes of co-owner Jessica..."
The City Lane
"Brother Alec is quite an unassuming place, but having had friends rave about their food and service, I couldn't wait to check it out for myself. The..."
Matthew
"The cappuccino was quite good. Turkish bread roll and avocado mash were not bad, quite standard cafe menu. The poached fruits w coconut wafers layers..."
Annie Lu
Haytch
88/100 (219 ratings)
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"Cozy little cafe on high street. It had a very nice ambience. We had couple of coffees and eggs on toast. Food was beautifully presented and coffee..."
Hungry Critic
"I caught up with some friends at this gorgeous cafe in Thornbury and had a fantastic time. There were plenty of options on the menu, and..."
EatOutWithJo
"I seriously love Haytch for their amazing pastry selection. It's so mouth watering, and a sweet lover's delight. This is a huge space, and it is so..."
Morgs71
"My go to for cafe for smashed avocado!! Without a doubt, every time I come here I order it. Coffee is great and the service is usually quite fast...."
Ruby
"A great find for a Sunday brunch. The cafe is open, airy and bright without being too noisy. The staff were attentive, warm and very friendly which..."
Hayden
"All the food was absolutely delicious! The french toast was the best. The staff were lovely and attentive. Would recommend and will definitely be..."
Jess
"Visited Haytch for the first time today and was blown away! Amazing decor and atmosphere, super friendly staff, big portions and delicious food. Will..."
Zoe Jellie
"Lovely open café with ample seating. Came on a weekday and was very quiet so service was great and food came quick. Delicious coffee and the vanilla..."
Michy
"Wheelchair accessible. No wheelchair accessible bathrooms available.We came on a weekend. Due to limited space between tables a booking..."
Ramp It Up
"Good vibes, great coffee, friendly atmosphere, and excellent service from the lovely staff and owners. Cool and comfortable, this place is a must try..."
Nicholas Dawson
"What can I say? I am a breakfast fanatic. Haytch definitely delivered. The best coffee in town - literally like drinking silk from a cup (it’s made..."
Dejan
"Have been to Haytch a couple of times and have had great experiences. The coffee is nice and the food is really tasty and a decent serve! My go-to is..."
Oj_always_eating
"I visited trendy Haytch Cafe in Thornbury for a bit of Sunday lunch with Phil and Marin Puff. I had read their Zomato reviews like this one:"I've had..."
Byron's Vanilla Slice Blog
"I think I classify this as ‘my local’ now.Everything about this place is great..coffee,food,staff,price.I look forward to the days when I..."
Tessie
"I saw a sign outside the shop that said ‘the famous vanilla slice is available’, so i just had to try! And im glad i did! I love love vanilla..."
Thuaners
"Can't fault this cafe! Buzzing on a Saturday we were able to get a table for 2 at 12.30pm (just)! Staff were pleasant and attentive without being..."
BIRCHER QUEEN 👑
"Favorite brunch spot in Thornbury! The service is fantastic, they make you feel at home. And the food is amazing! Don't forget to grab a pastry on..."
Kate
"SWEET FRIDAY COMBO 🥞🍓😋🍯 French Toast & Coffee ☕️ ❤️Absolutely love this cozy place with home atmosphere and delicious food!..."
HUNGRYMATE
"Haytch Cafe is a fairly new cafe on High St in Thornbury. It is owned by couple, Harry and Helen (hence the name "Haytch"), who are some of the..."
Food Fiend Melbourne
"I've had my fair share of vanilla slices but nothing will ever compare to this one right here The photos do zero justice to how incredible it..."
YesNoMelbourne
"The cool vibe attracted me to this place, service was friendly, great coffee and fantastic vanilla slice! Will be back to try the food as it looked..."
Stephanie Stojanovski
"Lovely little cafe that we stumbled upon. Pulled pork burger was very nice. Coffee is good too. Service was fast i just found that after we had..."
Sanja82
"Haytch is a family friendly cafe located in Thornbury run by husband and wife team Harry & Helen, both passionate about sharing their love of great..."
Melbourniancritic (The Melbourne Experience)
"Really nice breakfast. Service quick and food quality above average. We had the big breaky and the eggs benedict. The homemade hollandaise was..."
Beaker Bunsen
"A great addition to the neighbourhood! We've visited three weekends in a row for Brunch. Staff are friendly and accommodating. Can't go past the..."
M A C ✌
"We had a great experience for breakfast this morning. The eggs Benedict was to die for. Loved the potato hash instead of bread. The poached eggs..."
Facebook User
"Food here was amazing. I've had my fair share of smashed avo but the one here was delicious! Here was a generous amount of feta crumbled around the..."
Ashlee
"Amazing Food & Coffee and the service is even better. The pricing is lower then I expected for the quality of food you receive compared to other..."
Helena Tsakouridis
"My new favourite local! I've been four times in the six weeks since it opened!! The place itself looks amazing, and it's always got a great feel to..."
Caithlin Power
"When you walk in, the first thing you notice is the high ceilings and the mural painted over the concrete brick wall, the fit out is very funky. I..."
The Pet Roo
"Driving by on the way to breakfast, the sign out the front, 'The Famous Vanilla Slice' caught our attention so we thought we'd try it. It didn't..."
Lillian Nogueira
"Delicious food, nice environment, courteous staff. All food and pastries are made inhouse. It will definitely will be our new breaky and lunch spot...."
Joe Carriera
Ampersand
85/100 (409 ratings)
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"Great ambiance, fantastic service and great food. Extremely busy establishment that we called into on a whim. So glad we..."
Michael William
"Great place to eat, good food and the best hot chocolate I've ever..."
Daz James
"Seriously some of the best coffee in Melbourne, hands..."
Janice Rochford
"Visited for lunch which was wonderful and my espresso was the best I have had in a cafe in years. We'll be..."
Chris Natoli
"Coffee was great not burnt. Had the steak sandwich very tasteful and easy to eat would go back again and a..."
Rob Sellick
"Always great new food, always friendly staff!..."
Bailey Letendre
"Waffles with fresh figs and sweet dukkah amazing and the coffee was yummy. Service was very..."
Jana Sokolowski
"My favourite cafe, period. Consistently good coffee, great service and a fantastic kitchen that caters really well to..."
Florence Nulens
"Ripper spot with great food and..."
Brett W Berry
"Amazing coffee, good service, chilled..."
Samantha Henry
"I was very pleasantly surprised by this little cafe! They use Padre coffee beans and pull extremely delicious coffees. Also ordered a breakfast..."
Aizel Tran
"Consistently decent coffee in an unpretentious light filled environment with pleasant attentive service. Liam is great and keeps the place in check..."
Alfred
"I took one of my dogs for a nice groom. A full on clip and wash was much needed as summer and lots of walks had taken a toll. I needed to kill some..."
Two Sheds
"The green omelette is pretty amazing here. The menu often changes (and is always delicious) but I think there would be outrage if the omelette was..."
Linda Catalano
"Best cold brew in town. Green omelette is delicious. And the staff are friendly without being overbearing. Definitely one of my favourite cafes in..."
Clare
"Our go-to for brunch on High St.Trendy but down to earth, Ampersand is the perfect balance of cafes. The creative menu is always changing,..."
Alistair Merritt
"A very airy white styled cafe on High Street with some creative use of hanging plants. Just had a quick coffee and cake to tide me over between lunch..."
Matt
"Could not enjoy this place more, friendly and relaxed atmosphere, top notch coffee and excellent service. An important part of the Thornbury..."
Rachael Reynolds
"Delicious broccolini and gruyere omelette and crispy kale! Yum yum. Coffee is always good here. Great back room with space for our pram too...."
Em
"I love having this place as my local hang out. They have the best coffee in the area and great fresh and tasty meal options. The whole space has a..."
Belindamohr
"The view of the street from the cafe wasn’t bad. Pretty generic street side cafe view. In a few minutes my coffee was served. I took a sip. It was..."
Anish Mohile
"This popular casual small cafe has beautiful creamy strong latte with weak aroma without art.They have yummy looking almond croissant and some..."
Leena
"Amazing new menu. Friendly staff, great coffee, nice atmosphere, really fresh and tasty food perfect eggs. You won't be disappointed, a great find...."
Wendly
"Friendly and attentive staff, casual and cosy local breakfast shop.Nice coffee, like the waffle, was slightly thinner compared to standard..."
Snoopy
"Always great in over a dozen visits: deadly coffee, solid menu, sound staff, gorgeous space - can't go wrong if they keep up the attention to..."
CS
"Very stylish,  welcoming and reasonably priced for a top quality cafe deserving many accolades. Serving Padre coffee - the barista pulls a very nice..."
Pau
"..when I saw that the porridge ($9.00) was made with soy milk (I think these guys are the only ones who offer a lactose free porridge…), I knew..."
Jess Carey
"We popped in for a late brunch, and were impressed with what we got. The coffee was very good. I had baked beans with a poached egg. Very, very yummy..."
Phil Hare
"After a disappointing experience at a cafe a few blocks down my boyfriend and I thought we would try Ampersand. The food was absolutely amazing,..."
Claire Miller
"Great service and lovely coffee.Keen to try the menu shortly.The interior is sophisticated, radiantly white and looks terrific with its..."
Crispymelbreview
"Ampersand Coffee and Food is a gorgeous little cafe in Thornbury, on High Street. I first walked by it while in the area for a client meeting and the..."
Ashley
"I grab two take away coffees nearly every morning on my way to work...most consistently great coffee in Melbourne!! The staff and owner are really..."
Nicci
"Killer Interior Design & Ripper Steak Sanga'sA lot of heart and soul has gone into this place and attention to detail is not missed by some..."
Christopher James
"I've had 3 coffees here in the last few days and they've all been spot on. Loved the Egg and Bacon Roll. Great service. Looking forward to checking..."
Happy Traveller
"Lovely cafe and really lovely staff. I go there at least once a week, sometimes twice and work on my laptop over lunch and coffee. The food is..."
Hydomel
"Friendly service was a nice reminder of how rare it is to get service with a smile. Good little cafe. Coffee was tasty and food was ok. They could do..."
ThePrestonProwler
"The coffee is good here, but I thought the food was a bit overpriced for what it was. The service can be a bit patchy - largely friendly but a bit..."
R0bsta
"Amazing coffee and fresh OJ. Food was delicious and such big portions! Cool interior as well. Will definitely be back..."
Maddie
"Great food. Wonderful service. Try the baked pepper. Ridiculously..."
Matthew McClelland
"New favourite. I love this cafe, it has a lovely decor (even in the toilets!), very kind and friendly staff and delicious food and coffee. I..."
Florence
"Another great cafe in Thornbury.. Good coffee. Friendly staff. I had the roasted peppers and eggs. This was a nice dish. Eggs were runny in..."
NapoleonDynamite
"New Favourite. Love this cafe. Great food, coffee and staff. Can't fault..."
LiraM
"Needed food before we headed to beach. Delicious hash browns. Iced lattes were great. Bit of a wait - but that’s understandable as so many cafes..."
Vi Cao
"Great coffee and fresh juice. Chilli scramble egg was very flavourful and is probably the best one around here - the green sriracha is the star...."
Nichakorn Pongsakornsathien
"Lovely ambiance - fantastic coffee with great choices for breakfast/brunch/lunch. Friendly and efficient..."
Kerstin MacCana
"Hands down the best coffee in Thornbury maybe even Melbourne that I have had. The people are also lovely. Super busy today but yet still had smiles..."
Emma Louise
"Really liked the omelette I ordered. Came with dukkah which added a nice flavour to dab and dip into. Coffee was spot on. Will come back for sure to..."
Joshua Cowell
"Had the chilli scramble and it was great - actually hot in flavour unlike many chilli scrambles around town, with sriracha on top and it’s a great..."
Ronja S
"These guys make THE BEST ham and cheese croissants I've ever had. I don't know what the secret is, but jebus they are..."
naro hato
Le Cafe Flo
85/100 (1089 ratings)
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"Seriously THE best place in the Northern suburbs for a genuine Français feed. Always fresh, delightful, delicious food with a great atmosphere and..."
Pam Athanasakis
"Very quaint french cafe in Thornbury. The croque madam was delicious. The staff are friendly and attentive and the coffee is good. A new..."
Martin Withers
"Have always felt immediately welcome, especially with kids in tow. Soups are always packed full of delicious and lemon tart is simply..."
Patrick Thomas
"Amazing little cafe with divine coffee, authentic French pastries and toasted baguette with house-made preserves and French butter. Interesting,..."
Angela Stephenson
"Unique little place which I travel over 45 minutes to get to and worth every minute. The stunning food is prepared passionately and the quaint decor..."
Julie McSweeney Oataway
"Favourite cafe in Melbourne. My week is not complete without popping in for a chai & crossiant. Food is always excellent & the staff are lovely...."
Kate Lucetta Walker
"I can't get enough of Flo's! Every week we enjoy the best coffee along with delicious food and the best service in Melbourne. A cafe that feels like..."
Tamara Wensing
"Fabulous plce, superb French food, great service from sweet people, moderately prced, highly..."
Rhett Henkel
"Amazing food and wonderful staff and service..."
Helen Marks
"Excellent food and coffee, great music and inspired decor!..."
Clare Nina
"Delicious mid week escape. Fabulous service and ambience. And the food... :) So great to enjoy such delicious home made French specialties...."
Adrianne Rae
"We love it, great coffee, great food, exceptional hospitality. Many visits and never one bad experience, can't fault it. A hidden gem..."
Jane Agius
"Best coffee and amazing food and staff..."
Tamiana Corstorphin
"This humble spot is one of my favourite cafes on High Street. The staff are always lovely and the food is delicious. From the quiche to the baguettes..."
Quince And Cheese
"A little hit and miss unfortunately. Sometimes the coffee is good and sometimes you end up with the wrong order. Again, sometimes the food is fresh..."
Shae Brennan
"A fabulously quaint little French cafe. They were so busy, but joined a couple of tables together to accommodate us. Wonderful service, fantastic..."
Dirk Morel
"A relaxing, unpretentious and cosy place with outstanding baguettes, crepes and pastries, and excellent coffee. The staff have been warm and friendly..."
Bruce Melendy
"4.2. This is a very good place. It’s a charming little French inspired cafe on High Street with nice indoor and outdoor spaces. It has a quirky..."
Two Sheds
"Came here to celebrate my friends 40th birthday. It was also one of the crazy 40 deg days so I enjoyed my banana and nutella crepe along with ny..."
Split The Bill
"A bit rustic and a bit old school decor but nevertheless a warm friendly cafe hiding a heap of goodness.The menu does not offer much in the way..."
Magpie
"You get the real Parisian cafe experience at this little cafe with the added bonus of Melbourne coffee. The service even comes with that gruff French..."
Tim Nurse
"Been here twice. Great coffee accompanied by a fantastic lunch which was beautifully presented. The tart both times was pretty epic. Lovely..."
Ramen_Girl
"This was our third time back at Le Café Flo and it won’t be our last! Cafe Flo is a lovely local cafe, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere and..."
Alec & Mara
"I love this place!!! I have tried both the hot chocolate and coffee, and it is brilliant. Having a croissant with butter and jam in there really does..."
Oj_always_eating
"This place really does look and feel like a little slice of France-without the whole allowing small dogs inside and smoking indoors thing that you..."
Julie V
"I’ve been here to eat a few times and I can’t flaw the food or service. I’ve ordered many different food items and have never been..."
Braincloud11
"The best place for homesick French people and for people who believe French are snobs and arrogant! Florian is such a great personality and friendly..."
Christine
"It's really nice to go to a French cafe in the suburbs that isn't pretentious. The decor here is fairly mish-mash with scratched tables, comics and a..."
Em
"Lovely small french cafe. Love the ambience, relaxing and chilled. Love their coffee and french patisserie. Good for people who prefer a light..."
Margaret
"I think what I like most about this place is the strong coffee. The kind of cup of latte you instantly feel better after drinking. I have..."
Rogeritsbathtime
"Cute, cosy place. The crepes are yum (salted caramel!) and French toast is delish. The decor adds to the whole experience and gives you something to..."
Diana
"The buckwheat crepes are amazing. My favourite is the banana / caramel one. I love the decor and the staff and owner are lovely. I also really like..."
Silver Bee
"Truly a unique place. Food is great and the coffee.. oh my!!! Service is a little slow but it's a little piece of France in the heart of thornbury...."
Sarah Fernandez
"Really nice place with great service. Excellent coffee. Warm goat cheese salad was oddly dressed and came with tiny bits of cheese (fantastic cheese..."
R
"My fav place in Thornbury. The quiches are amazing and the galettes are great for a light lunch. It has an extensive menu, and every thing I've..."
Terry Huddy
"•really vast menu, however from my glance it looked like it may not be the easiest to find something vegan here, but many vegetarian..."
Stephanie
"This place is my absolute favourite cafe. All the collectables and other bits and pieces from France displayed all over the walls gives this place an..."
Sarah Jane
"Food and coffee was absolutely delicious. We finished our brunch off with a almond croissant which was one of the best I had. Lovely, friendly staff..."
Caroline V
"Popped in for a  late lunch on a day off .Warmly greeted by the french owner. Ordered the charcuterie plate and a glass of pinot.French tunes..."
Jjaass
"Love this place! Beautiful and authentic french comfort food, lovely cosy atmosphere and really friendly staff with excellent service...."
Miranda Louise
"One of my favorite cafes in Melbourne. Even if you're not after breakfast. Try and come here for a cofffee and a croissant. It's absolutely..."
The Don
"Lovely little place, a taste of France in Thornbury. I really enjoyed sitting here and enjoying my yummy crepe. The decor and food were just..."
Eating Around The Town
"France, or more importantly, the rustic charm of northeast Brittany in Melbourne (the charming owner).I have been a local for years, and love..."
Crispymelbreview
"Be quick to snatch up the flaky and buttery croissants. Coffee is average but hits the spot. I feel like I'm in France with quaint decor and music...."
Mad For Food
"Delicious French food! Lovely surroundings. Personal favourites are the homemade crepes (salmon) and tarts. Cafe Au Lait is to die for. Would..."
Hungry-Caterpillar
"I'm French and I strongly recommend their croissants and pains au chocolat. Great service and each staff make you feel very welcome. Try it..."
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"Sweet little cafe with a lovely neighbourhood feel. It is always packed to the rafters come Saturday and Sunday. Serves the best coffee on the block..."
Bianca Armendy
"The perfect baguettes – soft and fluffy inside with nice crunchy crusts. This was the ultimate ham and cheese sandwich – husband’s was nice,..."
Jess Carey
"I like what I'm seeing so far, must come back for dinner.Morning tea time, quaint, good vibes, pleasant ambiance, lots of French..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"Delicious food and coffee, and the people are warm and friendly. The crêpes are gluten free! All the Yum and no compromise or paying extra for..."
Anna Paddick
"I visited this café on a recommendation and really enjoyed it, although for a couple of drinks and a cake it was more expensive than I had..."
Red Rabbit
"What a wonderful night we had. And so so French. It was July 14th so naturally the restaurant was completely full and the ambience was a real buzz...."
David Gentle
"Delicious croissant - bought a jar of their persimmon and vanilla jam cause it's just so good. Will def be back to try off the menu... A new local..."
Livilivilivil
"Visited Le cafe Flo for dinner on Saturday. Good, honest food. Lovely service, accompanied with little snippets of French conversation (a delight..."
Angela De Francesco
"Take me to Paris. As i am having withdrawl symptoms from visiting Paris 12mths ago this little hidden treasure in the heart of Thornbury is just what..."
Marilyn_mazz_1988
"What amazing French onion soup! Very authentic. The owner is very polite..."
Samwise
"Le cafe Flo is such a great addition to thornbury and it's quickly built up a loyal following amongst the locals. Omelettes are delicious and the..."
Jude Diligence
"C'est..."
Serena Tatti
"Patience !!. One o'clock on a Sunday afternoon. Cafe half full. We were pleasantly greeted by a young woman who gestured us to a table. Nice..."
RotKW
"Lovely menu and food. Well priced. A petit piece of France in Thornbury. The owner, Florian, really looks after his..."
Kelly Belly
"Délicieux. Delightful service coupled with delicious coffee and food. If only it weren't so..."
Dg
"Lovely atmosphere, friendly service and great coffee. Very..."
Freyja
"C'est bon! My mum brought us here for breakfast. Perfect coffee, beautiful food, great atmosphere. And Florian is a delightful host! Highly..."
Ruth
"Love it!. A friend introduced me to Le Cafe Flo a couple of months ago. Food and atmosphere are fantastic, very French! And Flo who runs the place is..."
Stompy
"Yum. Beautiful croissant, friendly waitress, a problem with missing ingredients was dealt with poorly at first, but then was resolved very nicely and..."
Lena
"Tres Bien!!. This place is just amazing, from the staff to the food and coffee - top notch.and the Galettes are incr- edible! so much..."
Peter Dietsch
"Happy customer. We have been here a couple of times and have always waled away satisfied. A bit on the pricey side but have never had a bad meal here..."
Funkytown
"Another great meal!. We've been regulars since this place opened last year and never been disappointed. Food is always delicious, coffee is perfect...."
Me
"Fantastic galette!. Had a fantastic ham cheese and spinach galette. Will be..."
Fitzo
"Back in Paris !. I have lived in France a few years before moving back to Melbourne recently and was so excited to discover this French cafe in my..."
Alunnifegatelli
"C'est merveilleux. This is a hidden gem in the heart of Melbourne's inner north, serving a range of creperies by day and authentic French slow-cooked..."
Liam.magee
"I love this petit cafe! From the vanilla-y cafe au lait, the buckwheat crepes and farmers pate breakfast in the day ...to the cute night time menu..."
Chantel Camilleri
"Awesome awesome awesome lunch here. I had the egg & ham galette and was so taken with the crispy texture of the galette that I came back four hours..."
C Hunter
"Great place!. I had dinner there tonight with a couple of friends and we all loved it. I would definitely recommend this place and will come back as..."
Sandra Ira
"Delicieux!. As a local resident I am spoiled by the number of very good cafes in the Thornbury/Northcote area. Bric-a-Brac maintains this high..."
Christopher Bickley
"Authentic French cuisine and atmosphere with great..."
Jack Addams Williams
"A welcome addition. We have been coming to this cafe for a few months now and it always delivers the goods. Consistently good coffee and a nice..."
Malcy
"Good coffee (coffee supreme) in the right sized takeaway..."
Berjerac
"Le bistro super bien. Very friendly and friendly staff and excellent atmosphere! Sit back, relax and enjoy delicious brunch-lunch menu items! Great..."
Sebastien
"Great Place. Have been there a handful of times. Perfectly authentic French food, very nice Coffee Supreme flat white. The galettes are..."
NorthFoodie
"Great food. I am a visitor to Melbourne and went to this cafe and had a delicious gallette with French blue cheese. It was fabulous so we returned..."
Rosie
"My favorite place to enjoy a galette. Their galettes were always heartly cooked and they offer a wide range of toppings to choose. Any hot and cold..."
Nichakorn Pongsakornsathien
"Decent food. (Sweet) crepes are very nice 😍 Service has room to improve for hospitality, and not ignoring customers sitting at..."
X Haz
"Fantastic food as always, friendly service and a lovely atmosphere. Definitely worth sitting down if you have the..."
Gillian
"Visited this well established Thornbury Cafe for Sunday brunch. It was particularly busy and buzzy (as it often can be) however owner Flo and the..."
David Keily
"Recently came here for a late breakfast. I felt they had good food and great staff. We had a good..."
Saijo George
Jerry Joy Cafe
84/100 (758 ratings)
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"Wonderful, super friendly staff, great coffee and a growing selection of vegan options. This is our favourite cafe in Melbourne! The raw caramel..."
Alana Tompson
"I have driven past this cafe for ages and finally went in yesterday for a quick breakfast. And let me say I was beyond impressed staff were very..."
Daniel Russo
"Great vibe. quick service, kimchi bowl was scrumptious and such a nutritional brunch option. Hope to live in this neighborhood soon..."
Eve Telianidis
"The food is delicious, and I highly recommend the Mush & Hash. Paired with great coffee and lovely service. Nice little courtyard setting down the..."
Jacqui Martin
"Love this place! My fav local cafe, great coffee, great food, great service � One teeny tiny request, please please put the lemongrass hot choc on..."
Lisa Nikoletseas
"Nothing ever seems to come close to the Chai Latte or brunch at JJ. My Fav by..."
Alice Moore
"Really friendly staff, fast service and delicious food. Loved it. Looking forward to going..."
Anita Neen Turner
"Great coffee great food and the best carrot cake in..."
Efthimis Daphne Tzintzass
"Had a great coffee here this afternoon, my son had the bacon and egg roll and loved it. The staff were excellent and gave me a donut when leaving. ..."
Petra Murphy
"Great food! Great atmosphere! Thank you guys. Coming back for sure..."
Edina Joldic Sabic
"Great intimate cafe off the main drag. Really enjoyed brunch here today with some family and friends. Service was quick and friendly and we..."
Sf32393
"Fantastic cafe serving delicious food and coffee, can’t fault it! angus beef burger and homemade falafels look great. It is slightly on the smaller..."
Eatdrinkrepeat_
"Coffee is really good and people are nice. The menu is a little basic in terms of variety but what they do they well. The outdoor space is cute..."
Olivia Jameson
"Great little converted corner milk bar tucked away in the back streets of Thornbury. Nice menu and great staff. Outdoor seating options and..."
Dimmy Georgiadis
"Do yourself a favour and come here when you have some time to chill. And when it’s sunny. Sit outside. It’s very pretty surroundings. We are..."
Angelat
"Bottomless batch brew yew 🤙🏻Always good specialty coffee selections, always new and updated T/A and dine in menu options, always good..."
Jus Looking
"The food is definitely spot on here! Menu is varied and interesting - sure to please all foodies. Cute little spot with some outdoor areas and lots..."
Ruth Cathcart
"Best coffee in the north. Amazing service and such a good vibe. The food menu is delicious - try the not smashed avo! If you’re looking for a good..."
Belle Noble
"Great first impression ...Not a standout of the street, however they did a "lazarus" effort in bringing this old milk bar to life ... it..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"What a little local treasure! A converted corner store with all its character complete. Lovely grapevine covered outdoor tables and if it wasn’t..."
Cheree Conley
"Jerry joy’s is an absolute local favourite of mine - very close to where I live, it’s a reliable little cafe that very rarely disappoints!!! The..."
Oj_always_eating
"Had the amazing Mexican corn and zucchini fritters and a cold brew. Staff were super friendly and service was fast, also got to pat lots of sweet..."
Kylie Sann
"Off the main drag of High Street, is this gem of a location. They've done a great job converting a true Aussie corner store into this cute little..."
Kathleen Doherty
"Keep in mind: menu on zomato is not up to date at the time of posting this, meals reviewed are not in the photos. Highly impressed with this gorgeous..."
Gf Queen
"Love this place!Came in for a cold early morning brunch and they were packed! So good to see a little cafe busy even on a Tuesday morning!..."
Ashie Eats
"Gosh this place is cute! Tucked away in the back streets of Thornbury, it's a little gem! Lovely fresh food, great coffee (though I need to ask for..."
Kat Williams
"A short review here. The waffles and the earl grey porridge are both so delicious. Please please give them a try. Seriously...."
Beau James
"Lovely place for a morning of work and people watching (in pj's and robe's)! Coffee and Tea have been delicious. Service has been great and I..."
Sarah Schmitz
"Second visit for me to Jerry Joy but the first for my gorgeous one. The visit confirmed my earlier view and blew her away. This is a terrific..."
Two Sheds
"A friend took us there one day and I have to agree with her choice. What a wonderful breakfast we had. All dishes look and taste yummy. A bit on the..."
Sourjunky
"Amazing local gem! Perfect coffee, best burgers, delicious sweets and super friendly staff. Always playing great background music too. This place is..."
Sarah Jane
""JJ's" has morphed into a familiar abbreviation in my family's culinary lexicon. Why? Excellent coffee, an ever-evolving and consistently brilliant..."
Saskia O'Neill
"Met a friend here last Sunday.What a lovely little bright and bustling cafe in the residential streets of Thornbury.I had the mushroom hash which was..."
Tessie
"Great local cafe, funky Thornbury vibe, great service. Breakfast was tasty, fresh and quality ingredients used. We had the mushroom hash & the beef..."
Annannann
" Cosy cafe in the back streets of Thornbury. Coffee is good and service is always welcoming. I like the hash stack with added chorizo. Eggs benedict..."
Sammi C
"I got the mushrooms & hash and.... I would have licked the damn plate if thought I could get away with it! Coffee was nice, for sure, but the..."
Cedra
"Wow what's not to like about this little cafe in the back streets of Thornbury. I had the mushrooms and hash. Delicious. My partner had the..."
IloveMelbourne
"Cute café with a fresh menu. I had the mushroom bruchetta and it was incredible. I then tried to reproduce it at home to impress my friends...."
For_the_1ove_of_coffee
"This is our favorite local cafe. The food is amazing, the coffee and milkshakes are perfect, the service is warm and very hospitable. It's a little..."
Reobug
"Amazing. Great coffee, food and service. One of my Thornbury faves. Been here a few times and never had anything that wasn't amazing. A bit busy..."
Rogeritsbathtime
"Amazon cafe. Great food. Cute out of the way location. Well worth a visit. Almost don't want to rave about it so the masses don't go but it's fab and..."
Katherine Kay
"Visited with a friend over the weekend and we loved everything about it! Tucked away in the middle of a residential area, it was quiet and yet..."
Amy Sharma
"There are very few things in this world better than a backstreet cafe in Melbourne, and Jerry Joy's has got to be among the best. Hidden away deep..."
Dejan Glavonjic
"Tasty menu in a lovely spot, tucked away from the hustle and bustle. We went for Mother's Day breakfast and had an enjoyable meal, although the..."
LC.
"I literally come here every weekend. Unlike some brunch spots where I only have one favourite, I can find multiple options that interest me every..."
Collin Li
"These guys make the best breakfast burgers - I'm lactose and gluten intolerant but they're very accommodating and friendly to any dietary..."
Mae-Gene Yew
"Had a lovely lunch and talk in a good atmosphere. I liked the adjustable chairs which are good for people of differing heights ergonomically..."
Yanto Kusuma
"Ate at Jerry Joy this morning, the second time I've eaten there. Again the food was sensational, the coffee strong and the service friendly. The herb..."
North By NorthEat
"Will add this to my list of go-to places for good food, good coffee and good service. No waiting even though it was a busy Saturday lunchtime period..."
Catrina Huang
"We had a delicious breakfast this morning. The staff were friendly, the venue was relaxing, the coffee was perfect & the food was delicious. We'll..."
Natalie Cook
"Living so close to Jerry Joy is difficult. Whilst dating my now wife we resided close by Jerry Joy and found that it was difficult to cook ourselves..."
Andrew Dodds
"Superb little neighbourhood cafe - cute setting, great diverse menu (and sweets cabinet!) and the most wonderful staff. Can't fault a thing!..."
Shanna
"The food and service here is always top notch! My friend recommended me this place and I've never turned back! This is my go-to breakfast/brunch..."
Monica Doan
"Came here for a Tuesday lunch break. Quick, friendly and efficient service. Ample seating inside and out. Plenty of street parking as well. I think..."
Michy
"Found this place on zomato! Saw the photos and decided that this was the next place to go. It was a small cafe that looked previously like a milk..."
Phuong Phan
"Love this place! A bit on the pricier side, especially for the suburbs, but well worth it! Absolutely love the hash and mushrooms - presentation and..."
Anna_Thornson
"I adore Jerry Joy cafe, the food is creative, healthy and well executed. The staff are efficient without any fuss. The environment is casual , there..."
Anna Starr
"Food, coffee and service all fantastic but serving sizes are noticeably small. Possibly a good thing for people like me who frequently overindulge..."
Tangles
"Eaten here a few time now and keep going back for the very yummy Egg and Bacon rolls!  Also highly recommend the Mushrooms and Hash. Great open..."
Tina Foley
"Fantastic lunch spot. Friendly, attentive staff. Coffee was great and we devoured our lunch, leaving clean plates. We had the vermicelli noodle salad..."
Bridgetori
"Yum! Yum! I've been to Jerry Joy 3 times now and have tried something new each time because they have such a yummy menu. The food is always..."
Jenn Varrasso
"I don’t go to brunch too often – but I decided to take my sister out to celebrate the end of exams, so here was my chance. I went back to my..."
Mon's Adventure
"LOVE!!!! Jerry Joy is an absolutely delightful spot! The staff are so friendly and accommodating and you don't even have to ask for honey with your..."
AH
"Lovely saturday morning breakfast - speedy and delicious. Only thing I could mention is the bread was a little well toasted for 'The..."
Kahl P
"+++ service++ coffee++ foodNice little spot in thornbury. Enjoyed the trout with potato rosti.Baking cabinet looks..."
ThePrestonProwler
"Cute wee cafe in the middle of Thornbury. Really wasn't expecting much from this cafe when it walked in... It looks cute enough but not designed or..."
Absoloodle
"First visit today. Good, yummy food. I liked the baked eggs. Nice vibe. Cute little cakes. Ill go..."
Ajcajc
"Spoilt for choice in this area of Thornbury, but Jerry Joy is a top brunch spot. Coffee is consistently perfect, food is delicious and a changing..."
Brunch-is-the-reason-I-don't-own-a-house.
"A little disappointed. Not sure if chef has changed but quality of food seems to have slipped a little in last few weeks. Prices also hiked up. Still..."
Nigella
"Excellent food. Have been a couple of times over past month. Like the location and the greenery around the tables outside, feels like a little hidden..."
Archie J
"Coffee was great here. I had the Bircher with coconut sago and it was terrible. Coconut sago on top & blueberries were tasty, but underneath it all..."
Alyciaa
"Perfect coffee every time, always great service. Baked eggs are amazing- it's all we get because they are so good but all the friends I have taken..."
Hannah Sauvarin
"Love the coffee!. Coffee here is consistently amazing! I've tried a lot of coffee in the brunch-heavy area of Preston, but will be coming back here..."
Nifelvind
"So glad this place has changed hands! The coffee used to be SO BAD when it was kitshen pantry. Now I come here at least once a week with or..."
Cheesy Peas
"Great local. After one visit we are very impressed. Excellent non pretentious service. Interesting and well constructed food. Good coffee. Not too..."
Wallis Eats
"Very patient staff. My best friend lives opposite this great cafe. The staff were incredibly patient with two very hungover..."
Spanna3
"Really nice neighbourhood eatery. Great to see somewhere new in this little residential section of Thornbury, especially given that it's branching..."
Jeremy.bean
"Had an amazing Cashew milk latte and the scrumptious gooey saucey baked eggs today! Only complaint is that it is a 30 min drive from home, otherwise..."
Machine82
"Jerry joy is like going to a friends house for breakfast. Walk in, greeted with smiles and hellos and there's always a familiar face to have a chin..."
Adam
"Great local cafe with yummy food, love the fritters and the cakes and great with kids. I just wish they were open until 4.30 so I could get coffee..."
Jane Levinson
"This place looks fresh faced after the previous cafe. The fritters are fantastic and not too heavy. Also enjoyed the pad thai salad the first time I..."
Charliechoo
"Loved it!!. Went for breakfast/brunch at Jerry Joy today and was super impressed. Delicious coffee, friendly staff, and the food was absolutely to..."
Rob
"Congratulations Jerry Joy! My lunch crowd of ten 'time poor' diners. was well looked after. Everyone loved the dish they ordered. ALL of the staff..."
Helen Stearman
"I checked out this place on the weekend - love it! There was a chilled vibe - great for a Sunday, seems a perfect place to read the paper over breaky..."
Jacqui
"Great atmosphere, awesome baked eggs, perfect..."
Leah
"I wish I had one of these in my street. Breakfast was great and coffee was 10/10! Can't wait to try that..."
Coffee Snob
"One Word. Amazing!!!!! My new weekend hang out, sorry Red Door I have a new local..."
Portia0
"Awesome!! Wish it was in my..."
CJ
"So very very good!. Having been to Kitschen Pantry with both old and new ownership, I'm really happy these guys have had the guts to turn it into..."
Starr
"We visited today with 2 three year olds, very welcoming great coffee, lovely outdoor space with a kids table. The food looks great and the owners..."
Heidi Jensen
"The verde sauce on the wild mushroom hash was even better than I remembered it today! Such a delicious breakfast dish 🤤 coffee was superb...super..."
Liv Fleming
"Jerry Joy is our favourite cafe’! Consistently great coffee and customer service. Particularly Tress & Jack (but the rest are amazing too)...."
Riley Canning
"Waffles and coffee absolutely delicious 👌 Customer service, hands down friendly, quick and just an awesome bunch of people thank you so much for..."
Sonia
"We were lucky enough to get a table outside, with plenty of shade from big umbrellas. There was room for two prams and 4 people. The staff were very..."
Kate Shum
"The best experience of this cafe!!! Jack is such a sweetheart!! What a beautiful human, making my breakfast experience delicious!! I would come back..."
Christine Monty
"The food was amazing!! And the staff were so lovely! Thank you so..."
Tara Rogers
"Get the mushroom hash + add bacon. 10/10. Definitely coming..."
Cheri
"Jack is so amazing! Always serves so well and is super professional! And Tressy as well! I am so grateful to have found a cafe where the staff..."
Alexis Smibert
The Old Milkbar Cafe
84/100 (1061 ratings)
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"This place is so good, I was willing to sit outside on this cold day just to be able to eat here! I had a grilled halloumi sandwich and my partner..."
Judie O'Meara
"Come here every week with my Mum. Great friendly efficient service & the best coffee. Great menu....just wish you had a kids..."
Diane Steckyj
"The best Matcha Pancakes ever...worth the..."
Karen Collins
"Great food, lovely environment, one of the few Cafes that I would visit..."
Deirdre Byrne
"Amazing coffee and food. The service is outstanding!!! Lovely place to have..."
Dal Smart
"First time there. Took my sister for birthday breakfast this morning. I had a lovely Gluten free sago and blueberry yummy thing and my sister has egg..."
Helen O'Connor
"My local, lovely coffee house - staff gorgeous, food divine, orange tree..."
Megan Ann Jones Ady
"Love everything about this cafe! Plus it's just down the road! Awesome food, juices, and..."
Jo Sabatino
"Excellent, original food and great service...."
Ricci-Jane Adams
"Visited this place recently and ordered Waffles (the oranges gave it so much more flavour ) and Chilli Scrambled egg. It was perfect. A must..."
Rohan Bhalla
"4.1I like this place. It’s a nicely run retro hipster style cafe. An easy four stars, I reckon. Once it was a crappy old milkbar in an..."
Two Sheds
"Amazing coffee!! Had the best cappuccino of my life at The Old Milkbar Cafe, even ordered another after I finished my meal. Smashed avo was really..."
Georgia M
"The staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming, the food was delicious and fresh. My personal favourite is the chilli scrambled with queso and lime..."
Jake Unsworth
"Delicious wholesome food in a relaxed environment with good service makes a lovely weekend brunch! The crumpets were also amazing, will be back for..."
Ruby Jiang
"My favourite cafe! Really friendly staff and yummy food. I love the big portions and the coffee is great. I love that you give a generous amount of..."
Zoe Jellie
"Sat in the inside outside part beautiful day. I loved the chilli scram eggs & my friend loved the smashed avocado. Our new local..."
Nicole
"Unique space for a cafe. Staff was friendly and the atmosphere was chill and relaxed. Good food as well, I enjoyed the chilli scrambled eggs with the..."
Brerainbows
"A good cafe. Nice rustic vibe. No other cafes in that exact area, so a good move to open there. It used to be called The Succulent Lady..."
Ben To
"The service was lovely, felt very looked after. Great breakfast food I had the eggs benedict filled me up nicely. Also the outdoor section is..."
Hannah Munro
"Cute and quiet cafe surrounded by residencies. Loved the chicken schnitzel sandwich and was impressed with its size. Other reviews say they had..."
PlasterPillow
"Good breakfast and quick and friendly service. We had eggs and bacon in sourdough with the tomato relish. Tomato relish was great. Would definitely..."
M
"Just passing through and thought I would give this cool looking corner rustic looking old milk bar cafe ago. Coffee was great and I tried the Wagyu..."
The Cat
"The chai quality is just getting worse and worse in Melbourne. I did enjoy this chilli scrambled egg but the separately spaced extra condiments..."
Iris Myandowski
"Food was good and decently priced, i also liked the variety of food available. The space itself was well set out and staff friendly. There was a..."
Jonti Ridley
"Very out of the way, being a residential cafe. Outdoor heating made sitting outside during winter not so bad. Food was really good and considerably..."
Cynthia Giang
"good service Huge meals and good value for moneyyou could see it was owner rungirl behind the coffee machine and the kitchen staff..."
DJB
"Excellent breakfasts. The feel takes you back to a suburban childhood as the transformer Milk Bar maintains a real local feel. A great local family..."
Fotis
"The food at Old Milk Bar Cafe is next level! I have had some of the best meals of my life here. It is truly exceptional quality. The cafe is gorgeous..."
Ricci-Jane Adams
"Great cafe in the back streets of Thornbury. They have a large and varied menu, with staples such as smashed avo and chili eggs to things like..."
Spudsburgeradventures
"Love the large outdoor heaters. Great for winter mornings sitting in the outside area. The freshly squeezed oj and smashed avo is my go to. The chai..."
Portia Clementine
"Good local spot for brunch. The service is very friendly and genuine. There's a big outdoor area out the front which is good for big groups and nice..."
Sammi C
"Great thornbury cafe. Food is delicious and modern without being too trendy or pretentious. The old Milk Bar setting is comfortable and large. Used..."
Matt
"Love this place, great breakfast and lunch options, it's always fairly full but never have to wait long for a table. It's my preferred local brunch..."
Ben Jeffs
"Loved the chilli chicken bowl with cornbread and other Latin inspired sides. Everything was cooked to perfection and so flavoursome. Service was..."
Mireille
"We went here boxing day for lattes and ended up ordering beer battered chips too. The lattes were good.  The chips were amazing. The aioli they come..."
IloveMelbourne
"Does perfection exist? A table of 7 throughly enjoyed all aspects of breakfast. I wish I could say more but words wouldn't do it justice. 7 very..."
Sean Gaylor
"Lemon lime ricotta hotcakes with blueberries. Yes, please!! These were hands down the lightest, fluffiest, most delicious hot cakes I’ve ever had...."
Jess Carey
"Great place and ambiance, they've kept a lot of the milk bar's original structure with a modern twist.My dad goes there every weekday as..."
Anthony Topalides
"The coffee was good but the matcha porridge did not have enough flavour which is in part the way matcha tastes to me. Thankfully, some mixed berry..."
Ricotta Hotcake Lover
"Met up with some friends, so got to try out this place for the first time. Really interesting menu, interesting in a good way, though I think the one..."
TheyCallHimX
"I had the smashed avo with planko egg(crumbed) and my partner had the Hotcakes. The price is very satisfying for the portion size. There..."
Alex Peever
"My thrid visit to The Old Milkbar Cafe and I'm still amazed at the quality, quantity and deliciousness of the food. Previously I've tried Matcha..."
Mel
"Trekked from the Deep South of Melbourne to meet a friend for lunch here today and boy was it worth it! We had a Reuben sandwich and the eggplant..."
Grace Buckley
"We had a lovely breakfast this morning. Delicious omelette, big serve loved sitting outside. Staff lovely and prompt with service. Our son had access..."
Alisha Rotella
"Very relaxing atmosphere, friendly staff and great food. It's our go to for breakfast or if I need to take staff out for lunch. Very kid friendly..."
Sheree Dylan
"Have been here a couple of times now, staff are friendly and attentive, and the food is good. I've had the smashed avo both times with the avo being..."
Renata
"The best brunch I've ever had. The smashed avo here is absolutely amazing. So much avo, with lovely bread with egg! Couldn't recommend it more..."
Pooch
"Met a friend for brunch this morning and was super impressed. While sadly the coffee watery and pretty terrible, the chilli scramble was INCREDIBLE...."
Hannah
"I recently went to the Old Milkbar Cafe and tried the Soft-Shell Crab Burger. I found it positively scrumptious. What was interesting about the meal..."
Andrew Dodds
"personally I really like this cafe..think the food is above average..the prices are great for the quality of the produce..and the service has always..."
Joan Bray
"We love The Old Milkbar Cafe we travel from the other side of town for those awesome, tasty burgers, fries and great coffees.  Service is fast and..."
Cyberun
"Living in Thornbury I have access to a veritable plethora of cafes. However, none of them come even close to the standards of T.O.M.B. The staff are..."
Kaytlin
"It was a nice morning at The Old Milk Bar cafe. I was impressed that my coffee was hot, and silky smooth to drink, without it being burnt :) My food..."
Aneta N
"T.O.M.B. is so cosy - I love brunching there with my daughters, husband, friends and work colleagues. The staff are actually interested in me as a..."
Megan Ann Jones Ady
"These guys are improving. Since it opened they have learnt a few lessons about service. I keep going back because it's local and the food and coffee..."
ThePrestonProwler
"The staff here are super friendly and the coffee is always on point! I've been here 3 times now and can't stay away from the eggs benedict. The..."
Ruby L
"Update - 21/062015.Just came back from breakfast here and I've changed my rating up .5. They have put more waitstaff on and they were..."
Beau James
"Great local. Good food, great service. Go here regularly.. Happy..."
Jax Symons
"I really like this place. The food is good, so is the coffee and my god daughter tells me the chocolate milkshakes are yum. I like the vibe, relaxed..."
Elisa
"I absolutely adore this place. Hands down beautifully presented, amazing food great staff. Will come back again and..."
Gem Fusca
"Went there this morning and had some really yummy breakfast options. All four of us had different egg-on-toast options and they were all good. Coffee..."
Lizzie Dizzy
"Best breakfast I've had in years. I enjoyed the Chilli Scrambled Eggs and as a very welcome change it wasn't the chilli eggs and basil pesto you find..."
Todd Lucas
"The Big breakfast was delicious but the mini sausages weren’t the best. Down side was that we waited a long time to place our order and while staff..."
Anez
"Nice relaxing little cafe, food is great atmospheres..."
John Lawton
"It was a delightful brunch. My traditional favourite was on the menu Eggs Florentine. The poached eggs were perfect. The toast had just enough..."
Sharon Armstrong
"The BEST chill scrambled eggs I’ve ever had. The jalapeño jam that’s included is unreal. Good coffee and nice staff. Other food I’ve seen..."
Ja R
"Best take away egg & bacon roll ever purchased. Fantastic, fresh & thoroughly enjoyed it. Have also had really good breakfasts here. Well done..."
Georgia
"Fabulous place for breakfast, lovely friendly service from the minute we walked in. Meals were fantastic & great coffee. Would highly..."
Pamela Bennett
Crunch Cafe
83/100 (771 ratings)
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"These guys make great coffee and have the best vegan breakfast in town. And the staff are gorgeous too! Give yourself a treat and head on down. ..."
Mitzy Gaynor
"Our local fave! Matt and team have some of the best creative food and coffee in town. When in Thornbury make a visit! Matt also supplies used coffee..."
Melani Iona
"Very dog friendly! Great place where they provide water and sometimes I get given..."
Canis Parva
"I'm still thinking about your amazing beetroot relish.....mmmmmmm Definitely the best coffee in..."
Rae Brittain
"Great coffee and serving fantastic food always... everything you could ever want .. from great breakfasts to awesome fresh salads made daily and..."
Ana Smith
"Great coffee great people and an excellent menu that considers gourmet and ethical..."
Neda Rahmani
"Great Coffee, service and food. Big brekkie was super. Try a Yellow Submarine as well will make your..."
Trent Mosbey
"Matt & Amy & staff are tops. Top coffee, top food & no bullshit. Can be very busy on weekends but what's the hurry. A must is Matt's homemade chilli..."
Tim Breden
"What a top little local! Yummy coffee, original food and fun, friendly service. Check it..."
Shae Parker McCashen
"Still my fave cafe after many years! Great coffee, great food and wonderful hosts. Thanks Matt and Amy and other..."
Margaret Trudgeon
"Everything is delicious. I love this cafe and the staff are always..."
Rhiannan Pitts
"My favourite local cafe. Wonderful coffee and healthy tasty food. Friendly low key..."
Jill Robertson
"Crunch Cafe, one of my favourite places to be. A comfy space to read, study, catch up with friends or just take a few moments out of the busy...."
Christina Haynes
"Consistently produces great food with super friendly service. The quality of the produce sourced and used in the dishes can definitely be..."
Sandy Gillam
"The coffee is one of the best I have tasted and the food is really good at great..."
Lorraine O'Connell
"Nothin better..for coffee and food. Relaxed, so dont be in a rush. How food should..."
Chris Niall
"Greeted by lovely staff. I tried the mushroom quiche w salad. I'm not the biggest fan of mushrooms but really liked my brunch. I would have liked..."
Foodie_gal
"A++ service, small venue but they always stay cool as a cucumber no matter how busy it gets. Fantastic menu, so much more interesting and tasty than..."
Emily Greenwell
"Best service on High Street! Love the team here and famous house made chilli sauce. The owners love their customers and they treat the staff so well...."
Ardent Itinerant
"I was passing by today and I called in for a coffee to this vegan cafe. The service was really friendly and my strong skinny latte was tasty. I..."
Timinmelbourne
"Came today for late brekkie. I had the vegan breakfast which was delicious. The beans were really nice but felt mushrooms a bit salty. Will return..."
IloveMelbourne
"Homemade chilli sauces, homemade kombucha... there’s a real homeliness to this cafe. The food was nice - basic but good. The chilli sauces..."
Aneta N
"One of my top favourites! Everything on the menu is absolutely beautiful and decent sized meals. Great vego options and the chili paste is fabulous...."
Ruth Cathcart
"Great stuff, really nice staff, the breckie is amazing, coffee is perfect, definitely prefer this to Mellissa next door, also having the newspapers..."
Pachoood
"Went here for brunch and it was cosy with a great brekky-lunch menu. Ordered the veggie breakfast and literally had the most delicious mushrooms I've..."
Liz
"Love this place ! The chilli jam is tops. The guys who own it are always sweet and up for a chat! Often get the home made cakes, so delish..."
U R What U Eat
"Really enjoyed my breakfast today and coffee . Place is nice and cosy with friendly service . Coffee was perfect and food tasty . Great work and..."
Coffeeplz
"Crunch is my favourite place for brunch I have tried in the two years i have lived in Melbourne. The coffee is the best and the avocado and beetroot..."
Hayley Green
"The food in here is great, the house made chili is perfect, so it's the mushrooms and coffee. I enjoyed food every time here for more than 5 times by..."
Jasonzha
"It's refreshing to see such a warm and inviting place that serves great coffee and amazing breakfast options in Thornbury. Highly..."
Frankie McCall Power
"I love this place. Wonderful options for food - including for vegans, and always delicious. Good coffee. Lovely staff. Sometimes can be a bit slow..."
Gayeb
"This place is mad. Everytime I stop in I can get a table no worries at all. The coffee is top end and the food is sick. I can't understand why its..."
Leigh.kelly
"The soy chai from Crunch is impressive, particularly given that it is their own blend. The vegan carrot and date muffin was also amazing, as it was..."
AH
"A small place with a nice, relaxed vibe! The staff were friendly, the coffee was great and the breakfast was really nice! Would..."
Ruby L
"Gorgeous place!. Very friendly staff, great coffee, and good food- what's not to..."
Nikiik
"Local, unassuming cafe. Serves great, consistent food. Try the chilli salt paste! Chilled, comfortable..."
Ajcajc
"Crunch is such a sweet little cafe that I am so glad we stumbled upon! The staff were welcoming and friendly, and very knowledgable but not..."
Letishia Ryan
"Certainly go back again. Ha.... Certainly go back again.Had the poached eggs, bacon and tomato on organic bread - yum!!The latte coffee is..."
Jackie
"At Crunch they do a great loose-leaf chai. I also love their eggs and bacon. I've had their lunch focaccia, but be warned - it's big! My friend had..."
Purple Girl
"The big breakfast offered tasty variety. Spicy sausage and sauted mushroom were particularly yummy. Fresh orange juice and great coffee complete the..."
Stormgrl
"The vegan breakfast and eggs with hollandaise sauce was excellent. staff are lovely. perfect breakfast..."
Ryanjm
"Will be back. Friendly atmosphere and nice food. the chai and green eggs were great. will definitely be..."
Courtney Lester
"Simple and Honest Food with a Homemade Relish to die for. Crunch is a small humble cafe with a focus on fresh ingredients. They deliver tasteful and..."
Christopher James
"Consistently good! Great coffee, service and food. Top..."
Kattstar
"The service at Crunch can be a little slow but that hasn't stopped us going back again and again. The food has been delicious every time,..."
Olive The Cat
"Best pumpkin cake going round, almost as delicious as the..."
Kate
"Quality not quantity with GF selection. The polenta crust pie (gluten free) is crisp and delightful. An interesting and interested approach to food..."
Charlie NM
"Relaxed, wholesome and comforting vibe inside. Intricate, colourful and beautiful food full of life and love. This is reflected in the staff and..."
Hornetspade
"Yum yum yum! Only complaint is that there are too many options for me to choose from -no joke, I changed my mind 3 times and the Crunch guys were..."
Cherie A
"Delicious Vegan breakfast. Creamy coffee, big Vegan brekki - reasonably priced. Wish they would introduce Eftpos soon :-) Still, that wont deter me..."
Melia Khallouf
"Excellent food in a fuss-free setting. Kids welcome and you're allowed to linger over your food without being hassled. Prompt and friendly service -..."
Nick Smith
"Prob the best big brekkie I've had... Great staff ... Went here by fluke... Will make the trek there again ... The milkshake was a bit dodgy..."
Frankenfrog
"Wonderful place!. "Crunch" is the place to be for yummy healthy breakfast. They use good quality organic coffee and they have a great variety of..."
Ally_chef
"Organic bits and pieces. I brunch at Crunch regularly by myself. It's a really relaxed, cool environment and the food is exceptional. I love how they..."
Hunga Pains
"Great place. What a find- finally a place with a muesli without nuts! Am allergic to nuts so appreciate that. Had the avo and beetroot on toast dish..."
Anatomic
"Great coffee and food. I will definitely be back. I wanted to try everything on the..."
Kelly F
"A Good Local. Great coffee (seriously almost the best coffee in the northern suburbs), yummy simple food, friendly and relaxing room; a good..."
SweetFaces
"KId-friendly and adult friendly. We love Crunch. The coffe is consistently good. The food is tasty and varied and the staff friendly and unusually..."
Ms Giff
"We love Crunch. Matt makes the best coffee in the area. Food always great. The..."
Lains23
"Usually good coffee and foodstuffs, but always lovely service. The new trendy wooden place farther up High st in Thornbury - Brother Alex or..."
Dan Da Man
"Very nice breakfast.. And great..."
Coral T
"Loved this cafe. My sense of direction is rubbish & walked 1/2 a km in the wrong direction. By the time I found Crunch I had worked up a bit of an..."
Reddie
"Quality vegan breakfast, friendly..."
Pfctdayelise
"Best food in the area, eggs poached, vegan options plus the best coffee. Matt who runs the show knows his stuff! Locals rule here, that's how it..."
Chris
"I've only had a coffee and I like it..."
Dugfish
"The Vegan Brekkie is AMAZING! I've several meat eating mates that often order this too. Service sometimes can be a little slow, but generally it's..."
SP
"I love this place so you should all keep our so I can get a..."
Chris
"It was Friday… which is the perfect excuse to try somewhere new for lunch.  I had received numerous recommendations to try a cafe on High Street..."
Xjuzjuzjuzx
"My favourite breakfast spot in Thornbury. The vegan brekkie is stacked with plant-based protein and antioxidant rich accompaniments. Try the ajvar..."
Brae Grimes (FilibusterBG)
"Had breakfast with my kid here. Food was good and so was the..."
Wally Chiang
"Very pleasant staff. Short, well priced..."
David Hickman
"This team is so nice... always a smile or a friendly greeting. Love their bacon and egg sandwich, at $9 so much cheaper than other local breakfast..."
Emma M
"This is by far and away my favourite cafe in Thornbury, if not all of Melbourne. Matt, Amy and the friendly team at Crunch have created a warm and..."
Sherona Parkinson
"One of the best in Thornbury, all of their food is amazing! Great coffee and good selection of home-made chili sauce and other high quality grocery..."
Teags Humm
"I used to come in here sometimes, way back in 2007. I even covered a shift once, front of house! Great place, the food was ridiculously..."
Tamarah Kirton
Little Henri
83/100 (2128 ratings)
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"This restaurant is a must, it is an awesome venue, no matter what time of day you go, you will feel like a king. The staff are friendly,..."
Effie Pappas
"I come here every weekend and have never been once disappointed! Definitely my go to and favourite brunch place!! P.S. I recommend the coconut..."
Michaela Delmadoros
"We had our engagement here this past weekend and we cannot praise it enough. With the amazing food to the great staff and owners who really helped..."
Lidia Di Lallo
"Just a lucky find for brunch.. waitress was so accommodating, especially when recommending the “ perfect” choice for our fussy 12 yo.. He loved..."
Michelle Goyen
"This is an amazing venue. Weather it be for a lazy Sunday breakfast or any event you can't go wrong. The staff here are so warm and welcoming and..."
Lauren King
"Beautiful food, Beautiful staff and beautiful atmosphere. Thankyou for making my brothers engagement a night to remember and for the amazing..."
Sarah Patterson
"Absolutely one of the best Upmarket Cafes in Thornbury!!! Staff fantastic, always go out of their way to accommodate you!!! And the food OMG, High..."
Jo Sabatino
"Got the baked beans with bacon and egg with an iced latte and it was probably the best meal decision I have made in a long while. Wait staff were..."
Wanda Kirkpatrick-Pascoe
"Great coffee and atmosphere. Went in for breakfast and was very nice. Service good too, would definitely..."
Janelle Pannuzzo
"Classy yet chilled atmosphere, the beetroot risotto is my go-to meal. Highly..."
Ben Whiteraven
"Love love the food and customer service 10-10 highly..."
Antonietta Power Colaci
"This was our first visit to Little Henri and we weren't disappointed. So many excellent choices on the menu. Good service, good food, what more could..."
Trish Humphris
"This place totally rocks! There is so much seating in different parts of the cafe that you can be in a discreet corner, long table, high table, look..."
The Wandering Reviewer
"The perfect spot for group dining! Heaps of room and wide variety of menu options which helps with lots of different dietary requirements. Plus $12..."
Margaret G
"We came here for brunch and was surprised to see how spacious it was. The owner told us that the place use to be a bank which we thought was so cool!..."
Vivian
"Although petite in name Little Henri is a spacious cafe located along High Street, Thornbury. Offering ample seating inside and outside via a..."
The Brunch Specialist
"A nice spot on High St with a family size courtyard and roomy interior. It's great to see a venue not cram people in while still keeping an engaging..."
Nicole Wamba
"We were invited to Little Henri today which was a beautifully styled venue with a really rustic vibe that was a super Thornbury aesthetic and also..."
Good Food Good Mood
"Little Henri is located right in the heart of Thornbury. We were booked in for 11am, however we had to wait 30 minutes to be seated. The waiter at..."
Brunchdotcom
"I really enjoyed my visit to Little Henri! A lovely café serving hearty food This is a spacious café had a beautiful indoor area, a..."
Melanie (ForeverBrunching)
"Food is always consistently great at Little Henri. Their coffee never fails to satisfy and their staff is lovely.I'm absolutely obsessed with their..."
Melbourne.Food
"Little Henri is a massive hit with everyone! You can tell a places good when all the locals are there. On the corner of the buzzing High st., this..."
Nikki Wishart
"Easy peazy lemon squeezy. Little Henri is supplying the goodies! I had the Baller bowl and the French toast. I definetly think their French toast is..."
@foodtom
"Set in what used to be an old bank we really enjoyed our meal at little Henri's. The coconut pancakes are fantastic and highly..."
FriesFiend
"Thick cut yet tender and succulent meat, the skin was crunchy but not rock hard, and didn't leave too much stickiness in the teeth when bitten. The..."
Ta.be.tabi
"This is sort of like my local. I lived in the area almost 3 decades ago when the place was a bank. The building is so beautiful. And even though so..."
SuziEats
"We visited Little Henri on Sunday during lunchtime, oh my.. they were extremely busy and packed! But they have so much space with lots of tables! We..."
Eat_today_diet_tomorrow
"A beautiful cafe in Thornbury. Firstly the venue itself is stunning, a beautiful mix of old and new interior which sets a nice vibe to the place...."
FoodieMelbourne2019
"How ironic, to visit a large café named ‘Little Henri’. I’m not sure who Henri is, but I do know who Wally is. He’s the owner of this..."
Tess Presso
"Made a visit to this well known local restaurant on the weekend and they are extremely busy and packed from 10am. We ordered:- Henri’s baked..."
Harmony
"Little Henri is a super busy spot on the weekends in Thornbury.What I ordered:LatteFreshly squeezed orange juiceChilli..."
Eats With Kayli
"A beautiful cafe at the far end of High Street in Thornbury, Little Henri has everything you could possibly want in a cafe. This large, spacious..."
Morgs71
"Located at the top end of High Street, Little Henri is a popular café that offers a wide range of delicious food and coffee. This was our first time..."
Dine And Dash
"We had an amazing meal at Little Henri today. The coffees were expertly made and there were a good number of choices. The chai latte was also really..."
The Brunch Collective
"There are a lot of cafes in this area but Little Henri is a real standout. Beautiful venue inside and out, the courtyard is well-kept and..."
Maria Condello
"Little Henri is a lovely cafe with great and friendly staff, amazing food and a good vibe!Came here last week with a few friends and were..."
Cludy Foodie
"Shared the open steak sanga and the beef burger. Both were cooked well with nice flavours throughout. I liked the idea of the open sanga but it also..."
Burgers Of Melbourne
"Great customer service and super speedy too. We popped in here on a whim and were hoping to be and out quickly - they certainly did not disappoint...."
Sol_n_chai
"Great location, interior design is perfect for a Sunday morning Instagram story also.Coffee lives up to your expectations of a delightful..."
Giorgios & Alivia
"My partner found Little Henri whilst searching for a venue for our post wedding brunch. From the moment I first called, Borris and his team were warm..."
Lucinda Hayes
"Was with a few friends and they took me to a cafe at a corner and I thought outside looked a bit plain but inside looks like an appealing cafe with..."
Foodaholic103
"Always good atmosphere, friendly staff and great menu. Have been coming here for years and have never been disappointed! Only had muffin and coffee..."
Hannah & Meilisa
"Always busy, probably the best place for brunch or lunch in the surrounding area. Comfortable setup and impressive wheelchair accessible facilities...."
José
"Food is delicious, fresh and generous. Coffee is good. Awesome menu which I'm working my way through. Love the specials. Tuna Poke Bowl should go on..."
Bobby
"I love this place for their breakfasts and coffee. The staff are friendly and willing to help out with dietary needs too. This is my trusty go to..."
Emzly
"It’s been a while since I did a review for Little Henri so here is an update version.ROASTED PORK BELLY $25.00This was in the..."
SueyLuey
"I love this place!!! It’s my go to brunch spot on a Sunday morning. Great chai latte. The coconut pancakes are incredible and the service is always..."
Huh?
"This cafe is a lot more roomie than most but still feels cosy. Good selection of breakfast and lunch options. Recommend the burger and the big..."
Julie V
"Good range of dishes available. I had a baguette with poached chicken and a sort of Waldorf salad. The filling was great but the baguette itself..."
Two Sheds
"My partner and I came here for breakfast on a Sunday morning, the staff were absolutely lovely and the food was delicious. Would recommend coming..."
Jess Strauss
"Any cafe that allows pets in is a winner with me. Cafe has a large well shaded area out the back which is quite nice. Can be a little difficult to..."
Badabooma
"Delicious!! I ordered the veggie breakfast and absolutely loved it - very generous serving, the eggs were beautifully scrambled the halloumi was just..."
Oj_always_eating
"On a day of baking intensity where the sun beat ferociously down on the poor heads of my vegetarian and I, we decided to make a stop in at Little..."
Oni San
"I love the decor and the overall atmosphere of this cafe. It's absolutely beautiful! Coffee was very tasty and food came out super fast which was..."
Majingi
"This is an absolute hidden gem 💎 Great vibes, both indoor and outdoor service which is super quick, the food is quick, easy, cheap and most..."
TwoFatWogs
"My go to breakfast place almost every weekend!Without fail no matter what I order it always satisfies! Can you guess what my favourite is? Yep,..."
Michaela Delmadoros
"Sat in the courtyard on a sunny Melbourne morning.Service was friendly and helpful. I had the big breakfast with poached eggs. ..."
Sf32393
"So I came here after a big night on the piss. Little Henri has catered to all my hunger needs. I know it’s a big call but hands down best..."
Dickmont Jones
"Really nice staff very friendly.The food was very well presented, the flavors blended really well. The bacon and corn hash with chorizo sausage is..."
Emily
"The pancakes are so delicious.Great wheel chair access indoors. Small step to go outdoors which woukd be fine in a manual chair. Not appropriate..."
Ramp It Up
"Friendly staff who all played with my little dog. Great service and ambience. Food was superb and the coffee was to die for. Thank you Little..."
Stephanie Heather
"Don't understand why this place only has 3.4 stars? Loved it! This place was dog friendly (staff were very friendly and welcoming of the puppy we..."
Jay Mifsud
"Having been to Little Henri quite a number of times, it was probably about time I got around to this.The ham, cheese and tomato croissant..."
Beau James
"Used to live right across the road, but for some reason only came here 2 or 3 times in total. Maybe because at the time they were a 'cash only;'..."
Got_2_lunch
"This place has a really nice vibe, and would be perfect for an occasion. The lunches are better than the breakfasts, so leave it until later to..."
Amarinda Long
"The best cafe around. Hands down. The service could be much better, it's inconsistent every time you go and they even have forgotten our meals..."
Chris Cappola
"Ordered the baked eggs for brunch with extra chorizo. The chorizo was generous in portion! The baked eggs was good but not the best. It could've had..."
Foodlovermelbs
"Had a lovely brunch here on a weekday.The vegetarian big brekky was HUGE and DELICIOUS! It came out quickly and was hot and well seasoned. Very..."
Skellie
"Had a nice breakfast here ordering the Spanish eggs, if I see Spanish eggs on the menu for breakfast I generally gravitate towards that as it's a..."
George David Michaelides
"What can I say! Wow Amazing food, just love ❤️ going here! Staff Amazingly friendly and alway's ask how your food is! The whole Vibe is Spot on...."
Melbourne Chic About Town
"cute little cozy cafe, lovely outdoor dining area, smashed avo with a few added extras is slot due for. coffee and staff are welcoming overall..."
Bailey Austin
"Came here the other day and was treated to absolutely wonderful service, amazing coffee and a three-cheese toastie that changed my life. 10/10 would..."
Rebecca Staple
"Great cafe! Five of us enjoyed the breakfast on a busy sunday morning and everything was spot on considering it was so busy. Delicious food and..."
Mick B
"Wow this place is great , we sat outside in the court yard and enjoyed our coffees and breakfast. The smashed avo and zucchini fritters were..."
Coffeeplz
"Nice staff and great food. It's trendy but the food maybe could of been a bit cheaper, but apart from that it was amazing I will visit..."
Mia
"dropped in on little henri with some mates and started with a few wines the little henri zucchini fritters , followed with coconut pancakes, and..."
Steve Papadopoulos
"what a find ! , had the best salmon on a bed of rocket avocado pumkin fetta,  absolutly superb,  havent tasted anything  as good in ages, will be..."
Cassie Meadows
"One of the bests in the North ! Food are decently good and yum. One big problem here : Been here multiple times which epitomises it worths to be..."
Soliciē
"Great little cafèThe cafè is 500 m from my house and have been there a couple of timesThey cater with my dietary requirements well..."
Pete Dicker
"Moved to Preston a few weeks ago and Little Henri has become my local cafe. The service has been amazing each time I've gone there and the food is..."
Kat Howes
"Great aesthetics and service. Interesting range on the menu . Would come back to try more...didn't get to try desserts but they look good...."
Sorbetebros
"Great breakfast venue, very high quality and lovely presentation. Staff are always polite and friendly. It was cash only until recently, being able..."
Ben Jeffs
"Fell in love with this discovery! The courtyard out the back is now one of my favourite outdoor settings in Melbourne. Service was attentive and..."
BIRCHER QUEEN 👑
"Food, coffee, service and atmosphere are all big ticks here. Parking is a bit annoying, as the most convenient place is the supermarket up the road,..."
Daniel
"I've taken so many people here and never been dissapointed except the time when it was packed around christmas and you sit on the sad long table..."
Hanh Hong Le
"Solid option.We sat in the back courtyard on a warm morning. The venue is fantastic, and it shows. At 11am on a hot Saturday morning both..."
Bez Imena
"fantastic,  started of with a lovely white wine, continued with  the  duck salad , chips and fried onions, oh my gosh , finished with  great..."
Penny Panagiotidis
"Visited Little Henri on a beautiful summer day with friends, so got to take advantage of the rear courtyard.Good coffee and well presented,..."
Melbourne Explorer
"Came in today and really enjoyed everything . Sat outside in the lovely court yard . The food was really good and the coffee was perfect with great..."
Happy
"Sunday Brunch. They were busy but not busy enough that we received poor service because of it. We went as a family of 5 and all up cost us..."
Soph Y
"This is a hidden gem in the burbs. A quaint restaurant with a great outdoor setting out back. I ate with a party of 10 and all were happy with their..."
Hungry Catepillar
"We had a very lovely brunch here. I highly recommend the chilli scrambled eggs. They were buttery with the right amount of chilli and srircha... and..."
Sakshi Dez
"Great service and fantastic food (zucchini fritters 👌) not to mention awesome coffee. Pricing was reasonable which is nice to stumble upon, but..."
Tiffany Vines
"Came here for brunch and had the pumpkin dukkha eggs with added chorizo and the Benedict paysanne. Both were pretty good, I’d say the pumpkin..."
Thomas Lim
"Gorgeous setting, delicious food I was amazed upon walking into Little Henri at how spacious and expansive it is. The courtyard is airy, tastefully..."
jeyyy
"It's a very lovely place with lots of space, inside and an amazing garden at the back. The food is delicious and the service is..."
Lorena Duranthon
"The chilli eggs were really delicious. Their hot chocolate was also great! So great I indulged and ordered 2 of them..."
Eclectus Cappy
"We attended a wedding reception here last weekend. The every aspect of this place is simply beautiful! Food was amazing, service even better. The..."
Chris Nallaratnam
Taso's Cafe & Patisserie
82/100 (312 ratings)
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"Always a great place to grab breakfast or just coffee and..."
Alan Golder
"Recommend it anyone whether its for coffee or a..."
Chris Anagnostakos
"The coffee was delicious.. the meal is great and the staff are very..."
Ana Khristine Arnold
"Sensational coffee in gorgeous,funky crockery. Fabulous baklava, everything so nicely presented. Staff delivered exceptional service, our visit was a..."
Angela Stephenson
"Exceptional family business operating for over 20 years....welcoming, friendly, great coffee and great selection of cakes.....very reasonably..."
Christos Soteriou
"Warm and friendly patisserie , lovely food and sweets! Good coffee..."
Fiona Long
"Stopped by over weekend. Had an exceptional coffee & service with a smile..."
Helen Genes
"Mina, jenn always make you feel welcome in Taso's its like your extended..."
Venessa Breen
"Came in with some of my client's for a coffee. The staff are BEYOND LOVELY, very patient and empathetic ☺ Nothing is overproced! Will definitely be..."
Amy Frost
"Lots of sweet selections. I ordered smashed avo with feta rocket salad. Great serving size, fresh ingredients and great taste for just $12. Too..."
Yuqi Chen Stella
"Very nice place. I see to live in Thornbury and go there for brunch or dessert . Tried it again after a while and the place is still good. There was..."
Amid
"Easily the best bakery in Melbourne! Love the small town feel. When you walk through the door, the staff always greets you and makes you feel..."
Kate
"I only had a coffee but it was delicious - perfect time with this cold winter weather. Spotlessly clean and with a lot of tempting cakes which I had..."
Matt
"Lovely family owned business. Lemon tarts and Doughnuts are a fave. Nice spot if you are craving a coffee and cake in the late afternoon / early..."
Thought For Food
"Honestly my favourite place to visit this part of town, and here's why:Very reasonable prices and servings.Heated outdoor seating at the..."
Stephanie
"Great selection of cakes . My local bakery and I am always there . Family owned business and john is great . Makes you feel like like your home ...."
Sarah Fernandez
"Made a good start with the lemon tartMild with the medium tang the tart sangHoly moly had a good CanolliCame with crunches in..."
Chardos
"Ordered an flourless orange cake for a bd. Was beautifully decorated and absolutely delicious.Staff are very friendly and accomodating. Will..."
Farina Rasoulzadeh
"On High St, there seems to be a new gimmick coffee shop popping up every day. The Coffee at Tasos is no nonsense good coffee. The cakes there are..."
Jimmy V-Rod.
"Love this place. Traditional Greek, French and Italian sweets. Love the breakfasts as they are great size and great value. Coffee is consistently..."
Mariah Petsas
"Not sure why this place was a lot quieter than the other cafes but we decided to give it ago after seeing the delicious cakes in the cabinet! Overall..."
Tracey Wiseman
"A lovely cafe in Thornbury. A great range of desserts, coffees are great & staff are very helpful & friendly. Plenty of seating available but this..."
PEKISH
"Usually go to Melissa for Greek sweets, decided to give Taso's a go. Was pleasantly surprised with the nice sweets that I bought. I even took away..."
G Train
"Was served by a young girl who has been working there for a few years now, but have not been served by her before. Extremely friendly and helpful..."
Aussieblondie
"Solid old-school continental cakes. Taso's has a nice collection of what I'd call "continental" cakes. There are French influences like the..."
Bukko Boomeranger
"Tasks is a Thornbury institution that has been here for years and will, most likely, outlive other cafés in the area. Why so? The coffee is..."
Andy
"Loved it. I use to go here everrrry single weekend, We just use to get bacon and eggs with toast was a huge serving and only $7.50 after that they..."
Stuff_and_junk
"The cakes are wonderful. I feel like part of the family. Coffee is great & now they're..."
Youngsoulrebel
"Great coffee,( strong)..."
Tony Smith
"Great Cakes. Grab all our cakes from this place for all our functions and more importantly all our kids bithdays etc. Never been disappointed once...."
Mits01223
"Coffee is always fine. Not amazing but not bad. I bought the chocolate Jaffa cake for my work afternoon tea and it was amazing. All my colleagues..."
The Stone Rose
"I really like it - good food, boggling array if sweets and great work vibe - love doing my writing in..."
Hydomel
"Cake, glorious cake. If the earthly delights of the individual cakes in the window that keep tempting me back, then the knowledge that they have the..."
FatGrace
Local Bean Cafe & Patisserie
82/100 (384 ratings)
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"This cafe has beautiful big dining areas and nice display of cakes.Ordered latte and long black.It was strong coffee with hazelnuts..."
Leena
"Very nice clean place for coffee and food . 4 start for food and service . The cakes are amazing. Only issue I had was that there no prices on..."
Vlado
"We came for a Sunday brunch and were pleasantly surprised. Friends had recommended it and glad we took their advice. Good food, good service and..."
Nick The Greek
"Nice place to come for a bite to eat. The cafe is bigger than you think and caters for small and large groups. We had avocado and eggs on bread...."
The Wandering Reviewer
"I live very close by and have been here many times. The cakes are definately their greatest asset. So many to choose from and always delicious. The..."
Ramen_Girl
"Stopped in here for a coffee this morning. The place seems to have an extensive menu, but i didnt order any food. The usual cafe style pre-made..."
Zest_of_life
"Delicious cakes. Unfortunately the Baked Cheesecake was a little dry The girl that served us is a sweetheart. Her nails are long and quite pretty. I..."
Lottie Peters
"I enjoyed a focaccia full of roast veggies, and a pot of tea. Simple fare but it hit the spot perfectly. It was nice to be able to sit and read from..."
Glenn Swafford
"Coffee was very nice but they underfilled the cup, maybe 3/4 of a cup rather than a whole one, other than that, lovely cakes, nice people and great..."
Sylvael 2002
"Amazing local cafe. Staff are very friendly and coffees are amazing. Regular customer over..."
Sam Karagiozis
"Great selection of gluten-free cheesecakes, possibly the best I have tasted. Coffee is fine but could be a lot better. A very local feeling cafe..."
MM Food
"Nice place to come for a bite to eat. The cafe is bigger than you think and caters for small and large groups. We had avocado and eggs on bread. Fish..."
Debi Slinger
"If nothing else, come here for the cheesecake! Not everyone’s cup of tea, but I personally dig the non-pretentious..."
Angie Wallace
Pearl Oyster
82/100 (681 ratings)
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"This place is awesome.... food was amazing could not fault anything. Owners and all the staff at pearl oyster were spectacular. Thanks guys..."
Sylvana Zakhour
"Fantastic cafe friendly and efficient staff and super delicious food. As soon as the food was up for a table the beautiful staff served it to you..."
Lisa Stokes
"One of my fav place for a crisp brunch :) Food is always fantastic as well as its coffee Sitting in the garden at the back of cafe is a big plus to..."
Sathaphat Manmark
"Sooo lovely....incredibly friendly and helpful staff, so intuitive in their recommendations! Tasty food and good vibes, leafy courtyard a sweet..."
Grace Jane
"Best brunch cafe in our area, the French toast in fantastic, staff always great. Great character And specials board always..."
Mark Bell
"Delicious food ,coffee and great staff......"
Marlene Mansour
"Fantastic little cafe! Beautiful staff and real choc on coffee..."
Rosanna Choueiri
"This group of people do an outstanding job everyday, my family and I go there not only for the top notch food and coffee, but the genuine friendship..."
Kristoffer Aleksander Ocampo
"Great service and delicious food �� Highly..."
Nawal Tannous
"Struggle to go past the mushrooms, but the bada-eggs are worth the diversion. Service is great and coffee is..."
Darren Burgess
"The best scrambles eggs I ever had in my life, service is fantastic people who work in there are beautiful caring and always with a smile. Place is..."
De Visser
"I look forward to my coffee made just the way I like it, every morning before work. Great food, awesome staff, check it out for..."
Nicholas Alexander Alivizatos
"Any restaurant with housemade vegan cake is a winner in my book (and a great cake it was). This adorable, unpretentious cafe is a wonderful addition..."
Quince And Cheese
"Been here many times, love the food, staff and ambience, and they make the best coffee in the north :) could not recommend them highly enough! Worth..."
Allie Harris
"My go to coffee place on Miller St! If you like a rich yet strong latte then this is the place for you! The staff there are super friendly too, the..."
Majingi
"Lovely place serving really nice food. We usually get eggs or the ham sandwich which are both lovely. Service is good and staff is pretty chilled. I..."
Mia Tua
"Very nice and unique food! I'm very happy that Pearl Oyster offers meat and vegetarian options. The sweets and cakes are absolutely stunning, full of..."
Kbounas
"Pearl Oyster makes my favourite coffee and my friends and I can always find something amazing on the menu (breakfast burrito is usually in there..."
Localcraftclub
"Great cafe in Preston. I have only been here for coffee. It is very good. Always perfect and hot enough. The staff are always really friendly.  The..."
IloveMelbourne
"Awesome spot in Thornbury ~ Relaxed, covered outdoor area that is so so beautiful to sit in the summer. I bring my laptop and work here before work..."
Jessamieyule
"Sensational Coffee, awesome choice of breakfast's and a great place for the kids. Such a fun loving team who always have a smile, the secret garden..."
Local Foodie
"Really good coffee. Yum cake selection. Delicious healthy food and eclectic atmosphere. Slightly aloof staff at times, otherwise would give them a..."
La Plum
"The food here was absolutely fantastic - fabulous place for brunch. The kitchen staff do an incredible job of pumping out the food given the very..."
K T
"Garden with a great relaxed feel. I went in the summer time and enjoyed sitting in the back corner with a beautiful tree providing the..."
Liz_p24
"Cool funky little cafe with best coffee! Did I mention how funky this place is!!!!!!!!Great brunch and staff are lovely, sit inside or out its..."
Mj
"Great coffee and even better food. This cafe somehow manages to pull off a trendiness which is totally homey at the same time. Satisfying portions of..."
Darryl Ephraums
"Came here on Saturday just the two of usPlace was pretty busy with a mix of people, mums, couples and hipsters -place had a pretty cool décor. must..."
Cameron Smart
"The coffee here is amongst the best that can be found in the area. The food is pretty uninventive given the high prices and the wait staff and..."
Jit
"I have only been for coffee. It is amazing. Always perfect and hot enough. The staff are always really friendly.  The vibe of the place is very..."
Margiek75
"Pearl Oyster - we love you.  Coffee is up there with the very best, and the scrambled eggs with your brioche toast is magnificent.  Thank you for..."
Missy
"Came here for breakfast one day with a bunch of family, the staff and owner were great and accommodating. Ordered the Rainbow Salad with Salmon, The..."
Steak Me Out
"Taking something as simple as toast and turning it into a such a great meal; the toast party. The dressing that is used on the avocado and tomato is..."
Yasmin Forster
"Last Tuesday in Melbourne the weather was foul. Really foul. Howling winds, driving rain and COLD. I lingered in bed until I could no longer justify..."
Quincesandkale
"So grateful to have this cafe as my local! Always super friendly staff and great service. Do yourself a favour and try the pork roll: juicy succulent..."
Gluttonous Gabi
"Thornbury to The Letter T. I have the good fortune of having this place as my local cafe and it sums up why I love the pocket of thornbury that I..."
Lendl Supreme
"This would have to be one of the hippest most exciting cafes in Melbourne! Possibly Hipster HQ! Pearl Oyster has an incredible ambience fashioned by..."
The World Loves Melbourne
"Bonus points for the atmosphere and Elvis and Fly Lady in the bathroom. Sitting at the counter ogling the cakes and pastries under those clear glass..."
Chompandslurp
"The Asian, Middle-Eastern and Italian infused menu is a clear winner. Pearl Oyster showcases a refreshingly honest and affordable dining experience..."
Natarsha
"Yummo!. Awesome service with a friendly and relaxed atmosphere - its so nice to have this in the neighbourhood!The Jerk Chicken is amazing - I..."
Breakiebandit
"New owners are lovely. Great service all round. Generous servings and great coffee! Best of..."
Jim Dimitropoulos
"Since new owners the coffee has gone downhill. What once was smooth, sweet and with subtle tones is now flat and bitter :( I'll try it again..."
Nick Yoloffson
"New owners are amazing and so friendly. The cafe looks fresher and the coffee is good..."
Norma James
"Love it!. Love this place! Great food and coffee kid friendly with a wonderful kids..."
Kylie Augustus
"I'll be back. Popped in just for a quick drink - they don't do smoothies but many other drinks including a wide variety of teas to choose from. Lots..."
Southern Belle
"Coffee is great, the food is also good. The prices are ok. Service is on the..."
GS Foodie
"Different to the rest. A great space, lovely staff, and different breakfast offerings - which really sets it apart, because I think people are tired..."
Hula Jarmusch
"Like it's uniqueness, food is good but too out there. sometimes you just want a poached egg on toast with..."
Sweet Chilli
"Bang on!. Took my parents to Pearl Oyster for brunch the other day. Service was friendly and prompt. We sat outside under the clear tent, which..."
Caffvelo
"Superb find!. We ventured over to the Pearl Oyster for Saturday brunch.Excellent service, coffee and food.The best of all was the retro..."
The Tastebud
"Tasty eggs. I love Pearl Oyster. My girlfriend and i go here all the time and its one of our Thornbury favourites..."
Funkytown
"Mmm.... brunch. This is a great cafe. I have always found the service to be friendly and prompt. The ambiance is nice and laidback, and the food is..."
Foodorkable E
"Attentive service, fresh, tasty food. Bright venue with minimalist retro styling and slight quirky twist. Only criticism is the serviettes!!! So..."
Discerning Diner
"We visited the Pearl Oyster for lunch today. The place has a nice courtyard, several small indoor tables and a nice big communal table. The cafe has..."
Dave
"This is one of my favourite places for coffee and a pick me up. Not to mention the ranging menu they pump out of such a small..."
Rooster
"Good coffee and food, friendly staff and a chilled out vibe. Exactly my kind of place. I can never go past a slice of that chocolate pistachio cake..."
Foodfreak
"Great, consistent local. We've been coming here since it opened and the food has been consistently good and the service friendly and prompt. The..."
Ms Giff
"Top Ranking ***. Come in and see why the professional critics have granted us the highest rating of Three Stars in this year's Good Food..."
Ange Ella
"Hospitality circa 1990. Lovely cafe. The coffee is modest and consistent, one of the better Supreme coffee vendors imo. But go for the food,..."
Natalia Bonner
"Love it. everything i have had has been great. love the salads, brekkies and the bircher museli is yum! friendly and nice to kids. a..."
Jen Dorjee
"Took a girlfriend here for birthday breakfast, the decor and design of the place is just beautiful, we sat out the back with all the beautiful..."
Lorien Stark
"I'm a regular and always find the food fresh and delicious. Try any of the spwcials, true gems! The staff are friendly and I've never had poor..."
Terry Huddy
"Busy but worth it. Love the mushrooms and the coffee - so nice to have good egg-free breaky..."
Francesca Pecoraro
"Beautiful food, fantastic combinations and I love supreme coffee. Service was attentive but not intrusive, a fav local for..."
Lissa McQueen
"Sensational!. I loved everything about our breakfast here! The staff were great and a lovely atmosphere was present from when you walked in. The..."
Mrs West
"Great local cafe with quality food and coffee. Eat inside or out. Staff friendly and helpful. Dogs welcome in the courtyard - check at the counter to..."
Graham Rodda
"Lovely little cafe with friendly staff and a nice garden. A couple of paleo options on the menu. The Tokyo salad only needs to be modified to exclude..."
Julia Bahner
"Fantastic food and extremely friendly. I unexpectedly had to leave just before my food was ready and the staff said they would keep my meal warm in..."
Stu Earney
Lentil As Anything Thornbury
81/100 (1234 ratings)
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"Amazing concept, great staff and awesome food. Could eat there every day..."
Florencia Giorgi
"The space is lovely, the service was fast (despite being very busy), and we received our food quickly. The food was nice, and the vegan chocolate..."
Kristen Elízabeþ
"The food is delicious and the staff are wonderful. The entertainment is great too! Especially on a Thursday night!..."
Ali McDonald
"Amazing food, lovely volunteers making a difference, well done what an Awesome concept! Great work..."
Jo Sabatino
"Love the concept of the place, very warm and kind crew, delicious..."
Cons Tanza
"We love lentils Thornbury! We have our community choir performances there at the end of every term and Raka and the team are so lovely and..."
Maryanne Dihayco
"best value healthy vegan on the northside, great community vibe, an urban oasis! I eat here 2-3 times..."
Paul Dani
"my favourite branch of Lentils. Lovely service, delicious food and best vegan hot chocolate..."
Jayne Beatrice
"I love this place but I honestly do not understand why the drinks people go into meltdown and freak out so much when I order cold chocolate drinks..."
Jessielea Pweky
"good place to go with lovely faces , very good earthy..."
Ibrahim Hassan Ibrahim
"Great place to dine out, food is good, and great..."
Thomas Rayner
"Lovely food, fantastic atmosphere .. thoroughly recommend..."
Barbara Hogg
"Lentils as Anything is an amazing not for profit restaurant that use donated food to cook you creations. A lot of people volunteer here to pay it..."
Olive
"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Brilliant! Great food and an even better cause.Cool, relaxed, super hipster vibe and a daily changing menu. All..."
Jake Unsworth
"Heard so much good things about this place but never had chance to make it, until today. Stars alined and thank god we did. Minute you walked in you..."
MelbfoodCritic
"You can't not love it.Food truly made with love, care and ethics.The sense of community and dedication to progressive food ethics..."
Alfred
"Regular lunch and dinner jaunt for my friends and I. Great curries, soups, coffees and the meatless “blt” wrap is also great. Weekends are the..."
Meg Gro
"I love this place! The food here is sooo delicious, I have been here so many times and one of the things that I miss the most since I moved to the..."
Michelle
"4.5A place for a good cause, with good food!The place was lovely, ambience was so nice and it was surprisingly spacious. It was..."
JOELLE
"I love lentil as anything! Thornbury is my local yet I love popping over to Abbotsford for a bite to eat and a lovely stroll through the convent..."
InTheMood4Food
"Definitely the nicest of all the Lentils. This one offers yoga, a stocked bookshelf, a free clothing swap. They also do table service and even serve..."
Quince And Cheese
"100% must visit. Lovely ambience, staff were very friendly (even asked us if we wanted anything more as the kitchen would be closing). The food was..."
Neda
"Rotating vegan menu, full bar (set prices) with kombucha on tap.Like other Lentil as anything you pay as you wish for the food (they make..."
Affogato Addiction
"They nearly always have chia pudding which is incredible! Desserts are moist and they constantly increase the drinks menu range (from hot drinks to..."
B.beth.tay
"The atmosphere, the friendly volunteers and the pay how you feel mentality really makes this place something special. Not to mention the food itself..."
Patrick Forno
"I've been here twice and not been disappointed.All their dishes are made from rescued produce and ingredients gathered from local markets,..."
Dr S
"It's a really different restaurant than other main stream restaurants. They have a different concept, its a not for profit restaurant where anyone..."
Vaibhav Kotecha
"Healthy vegan food.Great flavours and variety.A wonderful use of vegetables,grains,legumes etc.Great to see the volunteer staff gaining hospitality..."
Food Perfection
"Can't believe this place isn't a 5 rating. The philosophy is great plus the food and super friendly volunteers really set it off! I came here today..."
TriedNBested
"This is my regular go to cafe. It's always really wholesome and healthy. Love the decor and atmosphere. Lots of friendly volunteers. Nice warm place..."
Ramen_Girl
"Love this place! I've been to this Lentils in Thornbury so many times and the food has always been great. The service is good and staff is friendly...."
Maria Valentic
"Super yummy, healthy food made with fresh ingredients, especially the BLT wrap. Great friendly service too and nice chill atmosphere. Will definitely..."
Kim
"The service is good and all staff are friendly. The special dinner is wonderful. Miso eggplants and pumpkin soup are yummy. The live show is..."
CJ W
"We come here once a week for lunch. Love the food (the masala dosa and the cakes are my favourites) and the concept. And it's all vegan at this..."
Katrin Pierce
"The service and food were great!love the friendly, community vibe + everything the restaurant is about will be sure to visit again..."
Jess Wong
"I can honestly say I have tried every 'lentils as' (woooo Abbotsford)!And the food in Thornbury was excellent. (try the pumpkin & beetroot..."
Foodie_gal
"Great food, stellar service and all in the name of a non-profit organisation. Well worth supporting! I'm just going to keep writing now as it needs..."
Moments Video Melbourne
"Service is very friendly and community was greatOrderedSoy LatteLentils BurgerCannot go wrong!!!! ..."
Superqdawgg
"I rate that place 4 . Not only for the food but for the whole concept .... I am just sooo surprise about this place . Never been before and the..."
Fanny Foodie
"The thorncote lentils is a fabulous open and welcoming place to go. Food is incredible as always! The staff are warm and are mostly volunteers so..."
Frankie ??
"Really like the food here - I always walk away satisfied. The service is a bit hit and miss (not sure if that's expected).. Once we walked in and..."
Mae-Gene Yew
"Love this place. Very nice interior- spacious. Tasty food, especially love the tofu Caesar and chia pudding. Eftpos and cash payments are..."
Skellie
"Awesome food and business concept, a good place to eat, relax or chat at any time of the day. Very friendly..."
Guido Masneri
"The standard of the fare is better than just about any restaurant in Melbourne; its easy to forget this is a pay as you feel establishment! Meals are..."
Kinder Cuisine - Karla
"Yummy superfoods. Make sure u donate! The staff are really friendly and the chefs are very good! About 5 meal choices for lunch and dinner, though..."
Dickmont Jones
"Have the most amazing vegetarian and vegan food. I highly recommend it. Also have live music on some nights. The staff are friendly and the vibe is..."
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