The Hardware Societe is around the corner from where we were staying. I had heard that Melbourne has a reputation for brunch, just like SF, where I live. We got to The Hardware Societe at 8:30am on Friday morning and the place was buzzing with activity. Luckily, we did not have to wait at all to get seated. I had studied the photos in advance and had a good idea of what the popular dishes were. When I got to there and started looking around at other people's meals, everything looked so delicious and it made the choice extremely difficult. My friend ordered the Baked Eggs Deux (with Chorizo) that everyone raves about. It was served with a few pieces of a baguette. It looked so yummy and he enjoyed it very much. After conferring with the server, I settled on the Pork Belly dish. It came with two eggs, sunny side up, jamon, potato cakes, and pork belly. The presentation was a feast for the eyes. The sauces that were on the plate were perfect complements to the dish. The funny thing is that my least favorite portion of the dish was the pork belly. The egg and everything else were spectacular. I also had a the famous thick hot chocolate, which was served with a mini donut. I was stuffed and extremely happy with our breakfast choice. read more

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Imagine my surprise when I sat down at the table in this restaurant to discover that the menu was in French. Actually, it really surprised me because the one thing that I did not expect to see in Australia was a menu in another language. Okay, for those of use that can't speak, or read, French they do have the English on the facing page, but I have to admit that it was pretty awesome, especially since I do know a little French. Mind you, don't try ordering in French because from what I gathered speaking French is not a requirement to work at this cafe. Anyway it is hugely popular, especially at lunch because there is always, without fail, a waiting list. In fact that is also the case in the morning, but I suspect that has a lot to do with it's classy, French atmosphere. read more

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Cutesy place but very busy. There's always a line, mostly tourists I gather. But nevertheless my brunch was cooked very well. I got the fried brioche which is their delicious version of French toast. It was nicely caramelized on the outside so it cracked like a crème brûlée but it was soft and tender on the inside. My companion got one of the cheesy eggs -- too cheesy for me. I like eggs but this dish was mostly cheese (which I also like but was just not what we were expecting). We also got the mochas which was DIY. We got espresso shots and separate bowls of warm chocolate to pour into the coffee, so you have control over the sweetness of your coffee. Would I go back? Probly not. There are just as good places with less of a line. read more

Hardware Societe - Cheesy egg dish - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Melbourne, VIC

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Even on weekdays this sweet little cafe at the end of Hardware Lane is packed with patrons eager to sink their appetites into creative plates like bircher muesli, fried brioche and sardines on toast. Luckily, my dining company had the foresight to think ahead and was already seated at a table when I arrived. I ordered chai which came out creamy and spicy (just how I like it) and baked eggs with chorizo which fueled me for the day (I love savoury breakfasts)! This is a Melbourne brunch not to be missed, just make sure to bring cash to pay for it (they don't take cards). read more

My friends couldn't believe their ears when I told them that they'd have to wait half an hour for a table for breakfast. "How good can this place be?" "Why can't we just have toast?". Hardware Societe, as ever, didn't disappoint. We ended up waiting closer to an hour after a squad of young families enjoyed coffee after coffee on what was destined to be our table. We finally took a seat outside, embracing the breeze of Hardware lane and allowing the jealous looks of those behind us in the queue to wash over us like an ocean wave. The food, as ever, was amazing. It can tend to be pricey, but you definitely get your money's worth and the staff are friendly and helpful to boot. Coffees were not amazing, but the little doughnut ball on the side made it worthwhile (Doughnuts? breakfast? What!?). If you're there in a small group (one, two or possibly three), try and get one of the seats overlooking the kitchen area. Watching the food be prepared is certainly a sight to be beheld. Three endnotes: - A close friend of mine wished for me to note that they do, in fact, wash their drinking glasses in the same water as they wash egg-dirtied dishes. This apparently introduces an eggy taste to the glass. I didn't notice it in this instance but perhaps his sense of smell is keener than mine. - No EFTPOS or credit card facilities! Remember to bring cash. - Upon checking in, I received a follow-up tweet from the owners within several minutes. Cool! read more

Hardware Societe - Fried Brioche - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Melbourne, VIC

Like every other nice restaurant in Melbourne this is in a random alley way. So keep your eyes peeled. The baked eggs with chorizo are AMAZING!! Cheesy and so flavorful. If you get the hot chocolate like me make sure you stir the pot as well. Apparently all the chocolate is on the bottom... read more

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Always love a good cup of coffee, with my usual baked eggs with chorizo! But today, I decided to try the roasted mushrooms and it was amazing ! read more

Hardware Societe - Roasted mushrooms - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Melbourne, VIC

I absolutely adore coming here for brunches and lunches!! Such a cute little spot hidden on a laneway with incredibly inviting decor, nice outdoor seating, lovely staff and oh yeah- fabulous food!! I've literally not had anything bad from the menu, and the potions are generous (but not ridiculous- this is French inspired cuisine after all!) I kind of wish there were no reviews for HS so I could keep it a secret, but damn I just want everyone to have such a delightful experience! Enjoy! Bon appétit! read more

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An amazing place for breakfast! I had the bircher and a flat white. Unbelievably good. So delicious and fresh. Light, creamy and not at all heavy. The coffee comes with a little donut bite which was fresh and a perfect taste. Best coffee I've had in Melbourne this visit. The service was brilliant, so friendly and happy. Very engaging and pleasant. A lovely atmosphere. Busy but not overly loud. Will recommend and be back for sure! read more

Hardware Societe - Bircher and flat white - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Melbourne, VIC

Couldn't have started the day better! The line wasn't too bad and we were seated on the bar where we could see all the creations being made in real time with great precision and expertise. I ordered the omelette that had zucchini, cherry tomatoes, crab, and fennel remoulade. Pretty tasty and incredibly filling! I loved how it came with two pieces of baguettes that were super tasty with a touch of olive oil on them. My friend ordered the bircher muesli with raspberries and seeds with toasted hazelnuts with a poached pear. It also came with a large croissant which looked amazing and buttery. The space was adorable and we had a great time eating and catching up. Service was good. Refilled our drinks when we needed them too and took our plates when we were finished without rushing us. They were attentive and seemed to be running around the entire time. The place surprised me that it was cash only so be aware before you go! Definitely worth visiting if you're in Melbourne for a few days. read more

One word, wow. I've been here 6 times but this is the first time I've actually managed to get a table and eat here without waiting over an hour. I can see why this place is always busy. Always thought this place couldn't be that good for a 2hr wait but only waited 10 minutes this time which was surprising. Firstly ordered an iced mocha while my dad ordered a cider. The serving size of the cider was tiny for $9 but even the iced mocha which by the way was amazing the serving size was a little small but nevertheless the food was the reason why we came. Service was very good and the ambience was good too seated on the shared marble table was nice which is better than a wooden table anyway. A first glance at the menu and was blown away, salmon milfeulle, lobster brioche roll, Croque Madame. I ordered the salmon milfeulle while my dad got the lobster brioche roll. The salmon millfeulle came with a perfectly cooked seared/pan fried salmon which had beautiful texture and the best thing was no oil! The millfeulle part had the common pastry crust on the top and bottom, texture perfect, crispy yet still can cut with a knife pretty well. The inside had the flavourous avocado puree and the beautiful raw salmon mix. Packed with flavour definitely the best part of the dish. Poached eggs also came with the dish which were poached great and the charred asparagus along with salmon eggs/caviar was a nice touch and add to the vivid flavours in this dish. My dad's lobster brioche roll came with well cooked lobster, poached eggs in a brioche bun and asparagus with it. The lobster was cooked perfect, very juicy and packed with flavour. Overall this is the best brunch place in Melbourne. The inventiveness of the flavours they can put in iconic breakfast dishes along with the great cooking make this the place to beat. No wonder it has been at the top of zomato and yelp for a long time along with the long wait to get in. Will definitely want to come back but depends on the wait of course, not even this place is worth a two hour wait. But still give this the credit it deserves! read more

Hardware Societe - Salmon millfeulle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Melbourne, VIC

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A popular hotspot with the long wait.....totally worth it! Great coffee and delicious brunch - I had the Deux - trout en croute, asparagus, dehydrated tomato, lobster bisque!!! Okay the word "lobster" sold it to me! And it definitely was a great choice! The staffs were great and considering how busy it was, the waiting time for the food wasn't too long. read more

Hardware Societe - Long lives but worth the wait! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Melbourne, VIC

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I went to Hardware Society for breakfast, I was struggling to choose something from the menu I decided to have the special of the day, chorizo sweet corn croquet, two organic poached eggs, baguette and nuts capsicum sauce. I didn't know what to expect and Wow, it was so good! no wonder the place got completely packed a few minutes after opening. Food was delicious, service also great. Coffee was good but the way the waiter explained about it I thought i was going to have the best coffee in the world, and it wasn't. I guess it all depends on your personal taste. read more

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Contemplating one morning where to go for breakfast and it being a public holiday we thought we'd go here... and pretty much so did everyone else that morning. The line/crowd outside the cafe was insane, but we put our names down and only had to wait around 25 minutes. Which was good considering how many people were there but I guess only being the 2 of us it was easier to sit us than a group of 4. We were seated up near the kitchen, which is where we sat the first time we went as well in 2014. We ordered our coffees and my partner got the special of the day which was a duck tart/pastry with poached eggs and I ordered the pork belly with bacon/potato croquettes and asked them to minus the eggs (I do not eat eggs). We heard them in the kitchen about the order which I thought was a bit rude, but to be honest how hard is it to not have to cook an element, understand they were busy and no modifications can be made but it was simple and of course they delivered. When the food arrived which was pretty quick, our food was just warm.. not hot. Which was a bit disappointing. The pork belly wasn't crispy and was bit cold in the middle. Even the duck tart wasn't hot, I understand they were under the pump but still need to maintain efficiency. The best thing about breakfast was the coffee. read more

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I had the fried brioche and a French earl grey tea. Both were beautiful and of course, worth the small 10 minute queue (it was, after all, a Thursday afternoon), however I don't believe the quality of the food was worth the price. Further I don't know if it was where I was seated (a cramped circular shared seating arrangement mind you) but the restaurant seems to have a pesky fly problem..? There was a small swarm around where I was eating! All in all, it's a nice place to eat and I would recommend any one to give it a chance if they haven't yet. But bare in mind there are other places for breakfast/brunch within the CBD who deal excellent meals for a portion of HS's prices. read more

Hardware Societe - Fried brioche with the French earl grey! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Melbourne, VIC

Waited on line about 30 minutes (party of 5) around lunch time. This place seemed pretty hyped up. With a modern/artsy interior design, it was a cozy little spot. I got the sweet French toast special with green tea panna cotta. It was very light and delicious. A few friends had the pork belly, and I enjoyed stealing bites of that. I had their flat white, apparently a must have coffee. It was pretty good. Overall a solid choice if you are in the area, not too sure if I would wait in the line again though. read more

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It's a cute, petite and cozy restaurant. The vibe of place was very welcoming with friendly and helpful staffs. Even though it comes with a long queue, it proves the quality and the taste of the food. It is safe to say it was amazing (: From the excellent, creative and appetizing presentation of food to fresh and tasty courses, there's absolutely nothing that I can complain about this restaurant. read more

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- Small varied menu, but goddamn everything on it sounded delicious - Clean, slick, brightly lit modern decor & ambience, tonnes of attentive and efficient wait staff - Lamb was good, duck was good, I'm sure everything on the menu is good! Would love to try them all out - Great sized portions (not small, not massive) read more

Hardware Societe - Menu - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Melbourne, VIC

This is an all-time favourite of mine and a bunch of girlfriends! Best known for its weekend brunches, be prepared to treat yourself!! My favourite savoury dish would be their baked eggs. They usually have 3 flavours available for brunch (I think they mix these flavours up a bit each time they change the menu)... Herb mushrooms on toast are a treat too! This seems to be an all time favourite as it's been on the menu for awhile. I also recently discovered pork belly with fried eggs. This dish sounds decadent for brunch but is oh-so-good! But the BEST part or brunch at Hardware Societe is the fried brioche! I have never walked out of this place once without having it's fried brioche. On weekends, there'll be a special in addition to what's on the menu. These flavours change regularly too but they are nearly always amazing! I've been here for a fried brioche the same day I had some teeth extractions and it was the only thing I wanted! I should also mention that they used to serve all coffees with a little cinnamon donut, about the size of a teaspoon. They were delicious! Seems to have stopped recently but would be amazing if they brought that back. Two thumbs up for my favourite brunch spot in melbs!! read more

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The thing I love about Melbourne is the food. Is it a long-ass flight to get here? Yes. But they more than make up for it with all the good food. People in this lovely city have certain expectations when it comes to food, and the food shows it. We subjected our offspring to a rather long morning walk to get here but he happily ate not only his food, but some of mine as well :( To be fair, I also partook in his vanilla yogurt and muesli. Enjoyed a lovely sparkling wine with the parts of my brunch that weren't commandeered by the child. Left beyond recharged for the rest of the day. If you like food that is not only beautiful but delicious, then don't come here, because I don't like waiting more than I have to in the morning. Friendly service, great food, and very nice butterfly wallpaper. One more quick thing. I'm a big mimosa drinker. Often, when I'm having a great time in Australia, I'll forget I'm not in America and order a mimosa. (My bad!) Our server very graciously brought out a little thing of orange juice and small bottle of sparkling wine and apologized that I would have to fix it myself. I was more embarrassed that I'd forgotten where I was and that I put our server through some fuss. I sincerely appreciated the trouble they went through for my off-menu request. They totally didn't have to but this just forever cemented their place in my heart. (I ended up making half a mimosa, and then drank the rest of the sparkling wine straight. The wine here is lovely!) read more

It's easy to see why this is such a favourite spot for Melburnians. With proper teacups and saucers and pots of tea that come in two sizes (for 1 or 2), compete with tea cosy, this is a great spot for afternoon tea. But why would you come just for a drink when you could come for brunch and take on the likes of blueberry and coconut loaf or the positively ginourmous bircher muesli which is one of the best I've ever had? It's huge, studded with raspberries and seeds and scattered with loads of toasted hazelnuts and a big serving of poached fruit. I don't know anyone that could finish it, so be prepared to share or (if you're like me) confront your food wastage guilt. You need to choose your moments to visit or be prepared to wait for a table. It's hugely popular which means things are a little frantic inside and you won't be able to sit here for hours luxuriating over a newspaper. read more

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Absolutely fantastic breakfast/brunch place. I think this is a must-try in Melbourne! From the atmosphere to the food, it was a memorable experience. I was very happy with the Baked Eggs Deux (with chorizo) and the Coddled Eggs (which was like a charcuterie platter) and both were delicious. As a bread fantatic, their bread here is just MMMMPH. It is a very small place and gets crowded very easily so I do not recommend going in a large group (2-4 people is most ideal). I was able to only sneak in a spot going as 2, but I think if the wait is not too long, it is worth the experience. read more

Hardware Societe - Baked eggs with chorizo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Melbourne, VIC

This is an amazing restaurant for brunch! It's a popular restaurant, especially on the weekends, so getting there before 9:30am will help you get a table faster. I arrived at about 10am and only waited about 20 minutes though. Since they were busy they were very accommodating and figured out a way to make space for me, especially given that I had an injury and couldn't walk very far, which I really appreciated. Their food is absolutely amazing; the ambiance is fun and welcoming. Their chai tea latte with oat milk was the best chai I had in all of Melbourne while I was visiting. Thanks for a wonderful experience! read more

We just had breakfast here and we really enjoyed the food. Good thing we arrived before 8am (it opens at 8am). By the time we finished at 8:50am it was packed and there was a lineup with probably 10-20 people waiting in that line. I had their special of the day, a smoked salmon with salmon in a puff pastry and two poached eggs with corn syrup (in lieu of hollandaise). Portion was a very good size and food was great! Loved the presentation. My husband had the pork belly with fried eggs (two eggs sunny side up). They did the pork belly really well with a very crispy skin. We also had a cappuccino and a black brewed coffee. Cup sizes are smaller than North America! Not a dairy-free and egg-free friendly place if you have those allergies, which my daughter does. We got her some sourdough toast with jam as that was the only thing she could eat. Nice little restaurant down a nice little lanwith character and a nice little patio for seating outside if you prefer. read more

Sat at the bar as I was a party of one. Not too terrible of a wait. Great vibes!!! As others have recommended ordered the Duex (baked eggs with Chorizo) and got the flat white. Yum!! read more

Hardware Societe - Duex (baked eggs with chorizo) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Melbourne, VIC

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The Hardware Societe must be one of my favourite brekkie spot ever since it first opened. They changed their delicious menu regularly to tease and tantalise tastebuds. Not to miss are their ever changing fried brioche, today I had the brioche atopped with poached quince, hazelnut & chocolate spread, roasted hazelnut and pistachio. This is probably as close as I could get to heaven. The richness of the hazelcho spread was balanced with the slightly tart honey poached quince and even though I was super full I kept digging into it as it was simply sensational. Thankfully I also had their lovely licorice, fennel and mint tea to go with this. If I wasn't having the brioche, I'd probably go with the scrambled eggs or the baked eggs. Once again the flavours changes regularly. One time the scramble might come with a salmon baguette, the next you might get prawns with it. I would probably pair this with their hot chocolate... yummmmm If you are feeling starved, I would highly recommend their croque monsieur. I am never that famished but did have a taste of my friend's croque monsieur and it was amazzzzzing. The Hardware Societe also has a mini food store section where they sell jams, lollies, baguettes and drinks. Definitely worth checking it out as well! read more

Hardware Societe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Melbourne, VIC

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A little taste of France in Melbourne = whilst most places in hardware Lane are touristy and overpriced, this place has it all - charm, fun, a great menu and macaroons to die for. You usually have to wait a while for a table on Sats (its not open Sundays) but you;'d strugle to find a better place in the CBD for a great breaky (the baked eggs are winning) or afternoon tea. read more

Hardware Societe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Melbourne, VIC

This Melbourne icon offers a delicious brunch if you don't mind a wait. We visited on a Sunday morning and of course it was packed! My lovely friend arrived early so luckily I only had to wait about 5 minutes, but in total I would say she waited about 30. We sat outside and although we were right by the entrance, I felt removed from the people queuing and the many people walking by. We were served promptly with time taken to explain the menu and specials. Our waiter was friendly but aware of how busy the restaurant was - making time for a chat, but not lingering too long. We were made to feel welcome, but not fussed over; served promptly, but not rushed. I ordered the sweet special: fried brioche, with deconstructed cheesecake and fresh berries. The brioche was wonderful, had a gorgeous flavour and was fried to perfection. I loved the berry combination and the deconstructed cheesecake, but for me there was too much of the yogurt based sauce so this overpowered the dish a little. My friend ordered the roasted mushrooms, which was a generous portion with a lot of flavour. The coffee was delicious, with a smooth flavour. Overall, I found the experience at The Hardware Societe to be very enjoyable, while I wouldn't say it lives up the hype of being the absolute best brunch you will ever eat - it certainly sits up there with the top spots in Melbourne. read more

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Still as brilliant as ever, even though they don't have the original chef. He moved on to The South Melbourne Trader. This time I had the baked eggs with sausage, capsicum, cheese, olives and spinach. It was great. But as I sit on one of the stools, watching the chef preparing the meals, I couldn't help but wish I had ordered the new fried almond croissant. I tell you it looks amazing. Or the banana bread. I don't usually go for the banana bread thing but damn his was tempting, plus thanks to the high price of bananas, I crave them all the time. I can't tell you how incredibly friendly and efficient these guys are. I would come here based on that alone, even if the food wasn't as amazing as it is. Well done, guys. read more

Hardware Societe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Melbourne, VIC

A bit pricey, but that was expected. One of the best breakfast places I've ever had ever.

The Atmosphere was very warm and definitely lively, not what i expected when i walked by for a quick lunch. It definitely was a gastronomic approach to lunch. I came in an ordered what was on special It was a grilled Tuna Steak with a deconstructed Nicoise Salad. The Fish was cooked perfectly, firm and the acidity of capers helped cut through the richness of the fish. The variety of textures, from the fish to the roasted potatoes and zucchini, the crunch of the microherbs and the creaminess of an amazing puree made every mouthful delicious. A definite must try, apparently breakfast here is the place to go i just missed it. It seems a local staple here for people in Melbourne. read more

Hardware Societe - Tuna Steak with a deconstructed Niçoise Salad. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Melbourne, VIC

We had breakfast here two days in a row. It was that great. The first day we had the baked eggs (called deux). It was the one with chorizo in it and it came in a tiny pot straight out of the oven. So delicious. On the second day we tried the pork belly with egg dish and it was amazing. Try getting there before 9am or after 1pm otherwise the wait could be up to 40 minutes. We got there at 905 and had a reasonable 15 minute wait. Ten minutes after we got there the line was twice as long. The orange juice is freshly squeezed and I would definitely recommend. Once you're seated your food arrives quickly and the service was great. Well worth the wait. A must try. read more

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I met up for breakfast on a Sunday morning on Hardware Lane with a friend at this cute place! We were seated in less than 5 minutes and got our order taken in less than 10 minutes. Our waiter that served us was friendly & upbeat :) My friend's Pork Belly was a hearty serving while my Lobster eggs benedict was of a smaller size - but was not saddening at all as it was still very satisfying and deliciously rich due to the two poached eggs & hollandaise sauce. The lobster was of good mouthful sizes & well flavoured so I believe it was worth the $27.00 since you are paying for a good quality breakfast type meal, + it including lobster. Whoever is the barista of this place needs praise as every coffee(s)/ & matcha lattes I saw come out were all beautifully made! Not only was it so presentable, but it was very smooth to drink, and had good matcha flavour - not the strongest but I might be biased as I do love matcha everything :p I thought it was going to be a bad idea that we were allocated to sit outside due to it looking like it was going to rain, but the place comes with roll out roofing so it was not an issue in the end. Other: Definitely a place to come early to & secure a table for because as we were leaving there were just people scattered waiting around the lane waiting for their names to be called out - felt super lucky with our timing ! read more

Hardware Societe - My yolk porn mess :p Only looks like this because I forgot to take a picture right after receiving my meal ! #muchexcite - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Melbourne, VIC

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Had been to Hardware Societe on a previous trip to Melbourne so I when I came back, I knew this was a must go..and actually did 3 times during the week. The food is really good and the atmosphere is charming. Teapots are covered in crocheted warmers and the teacups are super cute. Over the course of the 3 visits, my colleague and I had Porridge with pears and cinnamon butter - love the cinnamon butter addition and will be replicating that for my oats Baked eggs with chorizo - super good! Probably their most popular dish. Ratatouille with burrata and poached eggs Pumpkin and roasted mushrooms - good, but I feel like there are way too many mushrooms Lobster Benedict - could have had more lobster but was yummy Croque Madame - best food item we had! Love the leeks on the bottom. It's bread heavy, but the bread is thick and soft. Earl gray tea - amazing Cold chocolate - ok The reason for the 4 stars and not 5 is because they don't customize meaning that they wouldn't leave something out of the dish. read more

This place is really busy. There's a long, community table that probably won't work well for large parties. Tried the popular lobster benedict, which is actually an eggs benedict between two black brioche buns. The top of the black bun is buttered and the bun itself is pretty good. The lobster was decent, and then eggs were cooked to perfection. The brioche was alright and it came with french jam, Bonne Maman (which happens ot be available all over the U.S.). Classic American/british rock hits playing in the background like Red Hot Chili Peppers, Boston, etc contributed to the laid back ambience. Credit card has extra charge (similar to a lot of other places in the Melbourne). Service is fast and friendly. Seems to be a popular tourist destination. read more

Fantastic food and great service! We came on a Friday morning so wait was very short and we were seated in a large shared table, we ordered the baked eggs veg version and fried brioche we shared between the two of us, everything was delicious and the coffee was amazing. Highly recommended :) PS we came the next day and it was just as good! read more

Hardware Societe - Lobster benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Melbourne, VIC

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What fun and quite yum! This is a very high energy place which is deservedly popular. Luckily, we were able to find seats at the counter where we could watch the kitchen staff work its magic. On our first visit to Melbourne we went here for breakfast but unfortunately, as it was our last day in town, we could not return to sample more of the enticing menu items. The entire menu tempted us, especially as we watched the individual dishes being prepared. We finally settled on charcuterie with coddled eggs (a very generous plate which allowed for some sharing) and cold rice pudding with cherries, both of which were delicious. The restaurant is on one of Melbourne's famous laneways. This laneway is not as hopping as some of the others, but you should DEFINITELY make the extra effort to seek out this great find. read more

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My favorite bar in Melbourne. I eat here every week. This is an amazing place with cool interior design and pleasant atmosphere. Rustic decor combined with colorful butterfly wallpapers - pretty! Great place for breakfast. Go for the mixed Pork Belly & Fried Eggs. Consisting of two potatoes croquettes, a thick plate of crunchy pork belly and over a fried egg on top of toasted bread. It is so tasty!! The latte was very grainy and a tad watery, but I do like the fact that it was not overly sweet. It is a good solution for my good day. read more

Delightful and pleasant. We got here before it got slammed. He had baked eggs with chorizo. I had eggs Benedict with pork rillettes. Gentle well-made coffees. Oh how I do like this place. read more

Weekday brunch here whilst in Melb for Aus Open. Very busy at around 930am; we were lucky we got one of the last tables before a line formed. Staff polite and attentive. Had a problem with printer so food took significantly longer than expected... our order was not processed and food took about 30 mins.. however waitress apologized and food came quickly after error noted. Meals are very generous. We had mushrooms and eggs and continental breakfast. Good options for vegetarians and food was delish! Eggs cooked perfectly, croissant was just right and coffee was also well made. I had a great oat milk flat white which is hard to come by! read more