I like it here. The place took a while to grow on me, I first visited when it was brand new and…read moredidn't rate it, it took me a while to venture back and I am glad I did. The Californian superfood salad is my pick of the current lunch menu. All the salads are pretty delicious, but the heirloom tomato, grilled corn, goji berry, salted ricotta, wild rice and quinoa combination is pretty darn special. They also do a cracking smashed avocado, another measure of a good Melbourne brunch. Staff are cool, pretty much anything goes and coffee is always excellent. And check the specials board!

Was recommended to go to this place from a local Melbourne resident!…read more I went on a Saturday afternoon for some afternoon brunch! Expectations where set high , with a half hour wait given to us at the door (which in reality we had a table in like 10mins) and then told 45mins for food to come which came 20mins of us being at our table! (Such a Melbourne thing to do, create demand) I started with a coffee, and this was a great tasting coffee. we then ordered the waffles as my sweet tooth took over me! But wow what a decision I made! This waffle with peanut brittle and peanut sort of moose was such a delight! The interior of this place was spectacular, we sat at the back of the cafe in the outdoor section, and on a nice summer day this was beautiful! A must try for the cafe seekers, as food was sensational and coffee was up there! Glad to have visited and been recommended such a place and will defiantly return :)

I pretty much judge an Asian Grocer these days on three categories, in order of importance:…read more 1) Does it sell those really yummy kueh things I love? 2) Does it sell the packet noodles that are gluten free at a reasonable price? 3) What is the vegetable selection like? Answers: No, Yes, and s'all right. The staff ignored me when I went in, as well. I think, given that I'm spoiled for choice in Glen Waverley, I'll stick to there for the time being. However, if I'm in the area and craving instant noodles (I don't have the luxury, if you can call it that, of Mi Goreng) then I'll pop in.

It's a good place but I used to live in GlenWaverley and was spoilt for choice…read more It does have a rather good selection on instant noodles but if they run out of a particular brand/flavour you are fond of it seems you are in for a long wait for them to get more in stock as I have been witnessing the last 2-3 weeks, Been waiting for them to stock more spicy beef but the only palatable flavour they have is beef and sauerkraut or stewed pork in that size. It has a small corner of one shelf dedicated to Indian foods, which I was surprised with to be honest, they had some of the microwave snacks I was familiar with. If you want those little Asian jellies they have..well TONS go there to get them, they are cheaper than the nearby Woolies and have a massive selection, Same with sweets, Yan yan's, Panda's and pocky if you are interested in that sort of thing.

Far as I'm concerned, there's only five days of the year it's worth going to the Port Melbourne…read moreIGA. Christmas, New Years, Boxing Day, Anzac Day and Good Friday. It's cramped, it's claustrophobic, it's expensive, it's badly stocked, and it's a hundred meters or so away from a bigger and better Coles supermarket. But they are open on the public holidays, and I think that's worth three stars.

Amazing cafe with gorgeous gluten free and dairy free options. My daughter is dairy free and we…read morehave found few yummy options for her. But this cafe had a dozen fantastic options - cupcakes, macaroons, donuts, banana bread, and more. I normally don't enjoy GF/DF sweets, but they had a chocolate coffee cupcake that looked amazing, so I gave it a try. It was so moist and delicious! Prices were super reasonable as well - $3 for macaroons and donuts, $5 for cupcakes. In addition, they have a full cafe menu that looked really good as well. We will definitely be back!

Pearl Café is located on Church Street Richmond. Not to be confused with its much larger and much…read moremore expensive fine dining counterpart Pearl Restaurant. Although this place is far more casual it still boasts a sleek and stylish vibe and interior. Its great breakfast stop, especially if you appreciated the latest and greatest, freshest of food selections. The interior is spacious and similar to that of an open air warehouse layout and attention to detail is noted both in service, presentation and in the overall architecture of the place. They do an amazing selection of backed goods such as coconut slice, mint slice, hedgehog slice, croissants muffins and other pastries. Try the bircher muesli, with sliced apple, coconut, rhubarb and almonds its to die for and so refreshing.

Literally a stones throw away from Pearl Restaurant, Pearl Café is like the casual little sister of…read morethe upmarket restaurant that has made mud crab dinners sophisticated. Pearl Café on the other hand caters to a more diverse clientele, but still maintains a chic image. A communal table sits in the middle of the room and leads the eye to the glass cabinet filled with sandwiches, wraps and sweets. Private tables line the perimeter of the busy café. Pearl is always packed on weekends and does really well on weekdays as well. Pass by on any given day and there'll be at least one or two professional cyclists (sometimes more) decked in their full garb, enjoying a cool drink after a long ride.I'm not sure why it's so popular with cyclists but perhaps it is the close proximity to the Yarra trail. If you do manage to get a table (there's usually a short wait), try the Breakfast Pizza - that comes with egg, thin sliced bacon, spring onions and a sprinkling of parmesan cheese. Come lunch time, an Asian inspired menu unfolds but I'm not a huge fan of this mainly because I prefer authentic Asian food that hasn't been experimented on or given a twist. Either way, it's worth a try, so long as you are game for spin-offs of the real flavours that define true Asian cooking.

Really great house made treats and ice creams of all imaginable varieties and catering to most any…read moredietary restrictions. Nicely appointed, a great variety of desserts and everything is really well (and even sustainably) made. A great place! And... Bistro Morgan donuts!

Way to update the classic fish and chip shop Balwyn Canteen…read more Until recently this was the local chippy, and the bones of the place are still there (as are the fish and chips) but there have been some additions to the menu which seem to have hit the spot with the locals. The main focus is now firmly on burgers, shakes and doughnuts, the latter fresh made daily and showcased in a steampunk style shelving unit in the window. Keep an eye on their Instagram to see what flavours are on offer. The burgers are designed to be customised so you get just what you want (for a price) and the thickshakes are great. Personal favourite is the banana shake, with real banana. This is still basically a takeaway fish and chip shop with the long counter and a walkway and not much more inside, so seating is limited to a few stools and some outdoor tables.

Hmm me when I went there it was because I saw matcha latte but I think it was not good for me …read more There is only milk maybe too much or the mix it was not well. I don't know anyway it wasn't a good memory for me and I don't want to come back there. I am sorry because maybe or I am sure there are others things good like ice cream but I don't like ice cream. if you want to eat it you can come but if you want to drink matcha latte not come there .

I'm probably outing myself as a tourist here, but this place is super cute. Yes it's located right…read morein the Emporium mall, and yes it's super expensive for chocolate, but I love the cute little gift baskets and nicely designed chocolates. The art alone is worth checking out. Sadly, I'm not much of a chocolate lover (must be missing part of my X chromosome or something!), but the place was popular, artistic, and fun.