This was our favourite family diner in Ivanhoe, and love the new diner and Tootsie's bar. Great…read morefood, generous portions. Great with kids

My wife's brother took us here for dinner. Now I'm not a…read morevegetarian, but whenever I go to a place that has a veggie burger on the menu I tend to order it. The reason for this is cause wherever I have been, if that burger is good, then everything else on the menu tends to be great. The reason I say this is because everywhere I have tried the vegetable burger, I go back and everything else is also amazing. But if that is not good, then everything else will be at best, mediocre. Well this was probably the best veggie burger I've had. My wife had a spicy chicken burger which she really enjoyed (same as my brother in law) and we also tried tater tots, poutine fries and jalapeno poppers. Everything eat great and I would definitely tell people to go try this place out. The only 2 things to mention is that it's very loud so it will be hard to have a conversation with friends, and that if it had rained before, avoid sitting at outside tables like we did add you will find slugs on the table or the wall and discover that they actually move pretty fast :p not to mention one was at the side of my cup and I discovered it as I went to drink. Fortunately this was at the end of my meal or it would have really ruined everything. So seriously avoid sitting outdoors or best the tree, if it has recently rained. If it weren't for these two minor things, id give it 5 stars. I can't really blame the establishment for this (although having some sort of outdoor covering could stop this issue).

All 70's all the time! Such an amazing retro ambiance. And the food is amazing! The South Side…read moreFried (chicken) Burger is one of the best sandwiches I've ever put in my mouth. Seriously. And the others in our party of four all enjoyed their (beef) burgers, too. We were on holiday from the US, and Leonards House of Love was one of the dining highlights of our trip.

We were stuffed from our burgers earlier but there's always room for milkshakes since it's a liquid…read moreand can easily fill in the gaps around the food in my belly, right? I always go for the regular chocolate, one friend had the strawberry and the other had vanilla. We all got to try a bit of each since they gave us our extra from the blend. The shakes weren't bad, we all enjoyed it all, it made us all feel like kids for a moment.

I was looking to take my boyfriend and family out to dinner for his birthday. I wanted a place…read morethat would stand out a little, so I picked soda rock what finding it on yelp. I made a reservation (which was not necessary - I chose a quieter time) and off we went. My father and I are both American so have spent plenty of time in the real thing and we were pleasantly surprised. Atmosphere is VERY cool, it has all the great 50's and onwards hits so you and everyone you go with end up singing to every song. There's little juke boxes on every table (revving that nostalgia) that really work to make the jukebox in the corner play whatever songs you'd like from their "diner" play list. Lovely! I am Vegan and my boyfriend vegetarian, as this is a burger place it's usually very hard to find a meal. However, the buns are Vegan and their Veggie burger is great (mine no Mayo) along with a side of shoe string fries and a cherry coke, I didn't feel I missed out on the experience at all which is very important. The wait staff do a song and dance which is cool (I thought) ride on roller skates and at the end of our meal made a big to do celebrating my boyfriend's birthday, and have him an ice-cream sundae with a candle in it. Was awesome and very memorable! The one gripe is the music is slightly loud and when the pinball machines start, it can be hard to hear. However, this only really annoyed those in my group who were 70+. Great memorable night, made by the atmosphere alone!

Just to think that I came all the way out to this part of Hawthorn just to have a pot of tea, which…read moreis something I could have done at home. Well, it turned out that this place was here as well, so I decided that I might have one here as well, and that was certainly a bonus because not only were the staff pretty friendly, but they also served up a pretty decent pot of tea as well. Okay, it isn't the biggest of places, but it was certainly a great place to kick back and relax.

We've been watching this place slowly come to life and eagerly awaiting the opening! Had a test run…read morethis morning with a take away coffee and was warmly welcomed into the cafe and promptly served. $5 for a large take away coffee is OK by me for the convenience (maybe a little too convenient) of being across the road. Had a quick peek at the menu and it looks delish. A fairly small selection, however once you step foot inside you'll realise they need this, as it is a small quaint little setup. From Instagram posts and passing by, it seems to be three ladies that have set the place up and they've done a great job! Looks like they may be stocking 5 and dime bagels and short stop donuts too!! Oh dear!! A great new addition to Riversdale Rd and I look forward to returning to road test the menu and delicious sounding ice teas and homemade lemonade.

Wow, just wow. I loved my Theo. It was absolutely amazing…read more Meat cooked to perfection... melted cheese, enough salad not to overpower and some wild crazy delicious sauce included. I loved it, every bite of my burger and I will be back. What an excellent 1st time Huxtaburger experience!

These guys have a fantastic array of burgers and fries with that extra twist that makes them so…read moredelicious! The decor is exemplified by the bar style layout while the burgers are reasonably priced and cooked well! They also stock a cool range of craft beer making the perfect combination for lunch or dinner. Located in trendy Prahran, Melbourne, it's a great place to stop by while out and about! I highly recommend them!

Being an American in Melbourne, I'm naturally attracted to restaurants with "America" in the name…read moreas I'm always looking for a taste of home. I visited Smokey's with not much time to spare before heading to work. There were only about 3 other tables seated in the restaurant. Ordered the BBQ pulled pork sliders and a soft drink at the counter and waited an average amount of time for them to come out, 10-12 minutes. Three sliders came in the order. They were fairly small, would have benefitted from a side of chips, but I didn't want to spend over $15 so opted to skip the side. The pork was tender but the ratio of pork to slaw was pretty even, wound up scraping off some slaw. The sauce was a bit on the runny side, was slightly sweet, mostly smoky, with a bit of a spicy kick, but nothing noteworthy. The only thing truly American about this place is the license plates and logos on the wall. The portion sizes, taste and ambiance are nothing to write home about. Don't be fooled by the 3 stars in my review, this is as 2.5 star average as it gets. Curious to try something else on the menu, but certainly not rushing back.

Smokey's All American BBQ is good option for BBQ in Prahran. A solid 3 to 3.5 stars. Kudos to the…read moreowners as they did nice job with the decor, it really does feel like an American bbq shack, complete with collegiate flags on the walls. I spied a Kansas Jayhawk banner...not something you see everyday in Melbourne. However, to be a true American joint, they need to broadcast American games on TV. Portions are large as are the equally high prices. I ordered the Carolina which came with 3 pulled pork sliders and a side of shoestring fries. While not exactly the same BBQ you'd find in the southern parts of the US, I thought it was rather tasty. The pork was slow cooked and smokey. I wish they had lunch specials as I couldn't justify spending over $30 for ribs at lunch, so I opted for the sliders. I'll go back....they certainly tempt you with buckets of coors light on offer. There is also a location in Port Melbourne.

This place was really cool. Mind you, I initially thought that it was a bar, but it seemed more…read morelike a burger joint, at least the downstairs area is. Yeah, there is also an upstairs area, and that upstairs area is actually pretty cool, though the bar up there isn't always open. There is a balcony out the back, but the views aren't that great, and it is really is more for the smokers. However, this place does have some nice beers on tap, and the atmosphere is one that I certainly quite like as well.

INCREDIBLE! Located just across from the train station in Windsor. Everything about the place from…read morethe food, decor, roof top bar, The friendly service to the alcohol is why I keep coming back. I've tried a few things on the menu but my heart belongs to The Big Bad Mac Daddy, a twist on a Big Mac burger but instead of a sesame seed bun they use crispy fried Mac and cheese! The poutine and cheesy fries are amazing! Full of flavor and you just can't stop eating! They have daily specials like $12 espresso martinis all day everyday, as well as food specials! Also vegetarian options available as well! I highly recommend this place!!!

Almost walked passed this place, but the pool table drew me in. Amazing decor with the copper and…read morefantastic selection of American beers. I tried the Golden State Burger and it went down a treat. I would definitely visit again and try some more of the food menu.

I'll tell you what Yelpers, it was so damn refreshing to dine at White Oaks…read more This little gem found on Greville street in Prahran is a perfect spot for a date night serving great cocktails and excellent food with a deep south theme. We dined on the White Oaks tasting plate which had tasty pulled pork sliders, blue corn chips and salsa and a smoky tasty jambalaya. The staff were very attentive, food was served in a timely manner and in general the place had a great feel to it. I found this place to be such a great find because we simply don't get those flavours here very much in Melbourne and it was so good to eat something different to the norm. I highly recommend White Oaks, it's great for a date or a group. Deep south flavours, cocktails and music!

White Oaks filled me with hope as I perused their very large drink menu. Whiskey, cocktails, beer…read moreand wine from all over the globe. The food menu was equally tempting with all the Southern American goodies gracing the pages. Unfortunately it didn't quite deliver on all counts. First off, the service was slow and we had to wave someone down long after we were seated to order drinks and food. The server tried walking away after we placed our food order and we had to tell her to stop so we could also order drinks. Minutes later all of our food arrived in a flurried state. Our drinks were nowhere to be seen until several minutes later. They lacked any sort of timing and organisation, especially considering our drink order was one beer and an Old Fashioned, hardly taking any time to make. The food was good but something average that I would expect from an American fast food restaurant. The fried chicken was not on-bone, thus just dried nuggets. The fried green tomatoes would have been better with some seasoning. Jalapeño poppers were a bit better, oozing with cheese but no heat. Lastly the shrimp tacos, as beautiful as they looked, were lacking any spice or real flavour. They also served us three of the same condiment, paprika sprinkled mayo, hardly creative. This place has loads of potential and could certainly do better with their menu choices. I would come back for a drink at the bar but find somewhere else to get your deep fried craving.

I'll start this review with the proverbial "Hella Good is hella good."…read more We came here to this area to do some shopping while we were in town, and this place grabbed my attention. The wait was definitely not for very long. We got a pager that buzzed pretty soon after we wandered off. For those who are/were unfamiliar as myself (being American on holiday), Hella Good is a place that serves Mediterranean-style wraps with pita bread filled with meat, veggies, and very delicious sauce. I got the Arnie, which includes the lamb leg meat. It was good. I don't know how it compares to other local offerings since this was one of a kind during our trip. FYI: - When you charge your card, it gives you a choice between charging in AUD or your home country's currency. Not sure if that makes a difference, but I think that's interesting. - It can get messy if you unwrap it a certain way, so have napkins and sanitizer available. - There are multiple locations.

This place is actually the traditional Greek souvlaki joint. Well, not quite since it is relatively…read moreknew, but with all of the kebab places appearing everywhere, this one does it in a traditional Greek style. Well, actually, no, namely because there is little difference between the two. However, the souvlakis are actually pretty awesome anyway. They also do chips, and while the herbs used in making the chips were pretty nice, I did find them a little soft. Still, the place isn't all that bad.