Having been here only once before, but years ago, I was eager to try this again. It's such a cool…read morelittle place with funky music and nice interior in a pocket of Ripponlea that you may not think to go to at night once the shopping district is shut. Their menu sounded delicious, so thought we'd give it a whirl. The food was really good. I had the Tuna Tartare, the Mushroom Ravioli and the Brown Sugar and Vanilla Cheesecake. The food for the most part was on point. But the service is where the restaurant lets you down at times. On three separate occasions, they forgot the drinks. They just can't remember to bring them out and there's no apology. Thankfully the drink that NEVER SHOWED, was off the bill, so that was at least a battle I didn't have to get into. They were busy without being frantic, but the service was slow. The food came out slowly and drinks just didn't come or came late. One thing I thought they'd do that other restaurants of a similar calibre do, is know which person ordered what. They don't know. But look, overall, it's definitely worth a trip here. The food is good and I guess that's what really counts. There's a good selection of wine (obviously) and something for most palates. There's plenty of parking and prices are pretty reasonable. I just wish you didn't have to remind people to bring out drinks. It did put a mini damper on the night ... but I would come again one day.

It must have been Saturday or a Sunday in July 2016. when I had lunch here. It was windy so…read moresitting outside was not an option. and it was definetly 11ish am because I had to be somewhere by 12pm. Drinks were ordered first and I wanted a lavender grey tea.... They brought over lemon grass. I didn't complain I just waited and let the girl whom I told that it was wrong... Later the waitress And herself laughed about being "giddy" in the head about it and apologized. All in good manner of course. And they almost brought the wrong coffee to my table.. I didn't order a coffee and kindly remind them it's someone else's. Lol And the lunch came. hock and cheese toastie. Its not just HAM! Its the best fresh Hock off the bone ham! I'll admit its a toastie worth going there for. The service was fair, but they got the drinks mixed up. And little bit lax about that.... I should have let her put the coffee down and not said anything to see what would happen... Lol But the Hock and cheese toastie! Yes. Mid afternoon on the weekend.. Maybe not again.

I sure did enjoy the $12 brekkie that I got - 3 piece pancakes with icecream and latte…read more The place is big, next to the parking lot so quite accessible. Staff were very friendly and checked if I wanted anything else. I liked the vibe of the resto too.

Finally the people of the West have a Groove Train to call their own!…read more Conveniently located at the front of Pacific Werribee shopping centre and in walking proximity to the public car park and Village Cinemas. It makes for the perfect mid week date night "dinner & movie" combo. The menu caters for everyone with breakfast items, bites to share, generous mains and watch out for the desserts on display. I'm not a fan of eggplant but I can devour their parmesan encrusted eggplant chips with aioli any day of the week. My other go-to is the lamb pizza with olives and tzatziki. Handy tip: sign up to be a Groove Train member, it's free and you get treated to specials like a complimentary meal on your birthday!

Visited the bistro for lunch with family from out of town. Service started out ok, drinks came…read morequick and order was placed quickly. We ordered starters and mains and the food came out all at once. The server said our wagyu burger came with salad and chips as a side but it turns out the salad was the lettuce on the burger. The burger was also meant to have bacon on it but didn't and when we brought it up they had excuses instead of resolutions. We had also ordered a light beer and when we asked for another they said they had run out. Considering we were 1 of 2 tables I would have expected a bit more service.

Absolutely love this restaurant. Hands down, the best gnocchi I've ever had. So fluffy and light…read more The other time I visited, I had the steak and it was cooked to perfection. Great wine list too! Would highly recommend for a gorgeous summer's day lazy lunch.

I've been here a couple of times and believe I will love it forever. Firstly they have a craft…read moremenu! Yay! A whole list of stuff to create, cut & paste and cover in glitter. Prices start at just a few dollars and cover a whole load of messiness levels. Second major plus is the yumo food. Food is great for grown ups as well as little mouths. from cupcakes to smashed avo on toast, there is something for everyone. Check out Crafternoon, you will think it will only take an hour or so, nope, leave plenty of time for this gem :-)

Had a BLAST at Crafternoon! I wasn't feeling particularly inspired but I have badge making ago and…read morecame home with a badge/bottle opener I was pretty proud of! The food was good. Not the greatest, but definitely good. Good serving sizes and great customer service. There's really not much more you could ask for if you're looking for a chill, fun, yummy afternoon brunch. Can't wait to head back and get creative all over again :)

The service was top notch, and the wine list was really well done. The food all came out looking…read moreand tasting beautiful. Overall a really great experience

Terrible service. Waited 30 minutes and no one even came to take our order. The wait staff actively…read moreavoided making eye contact. We got sick of waiting and left. We've been there a couple of times and had found it was a generally decent place until this evening but unfortunately this has soured us.

Wow - what a gorgeous looking restaurant. Absolutely loving the whole cloud/sky decor theme…read more Decided to try the $95 for 4 living social banquet deal and I'm sure glad we did. This was certainly way too much food for 4 people so make sure you are hungry!!! The deal allowed you to choose from an extensive selection across all courses. We selected: Entrees: Chicken satay Pork dumplings San choy bau Mains: 5 spice Salt and pepper calamari Green chicken curry Pad Thai Noodles Teriyaki pan fried chicken Sides: Asian greens, coconut rice and roti Dessert: Kaffier lime cheesecake Coconut Panna Cotta Deal included a glass of red, white or sparkling wine. Most selections enjoyed by all, however we were not sold on the Kaffir lime cheesecake. Benjamins Kitchen is easily missed as you drive along Heidelberg Road. Be sure to take a closer look next time you are in the area. Great little restaurant, serving up scrumptious meals in the heart of Alphington.

STAY AWAY! I do not…read morenormally write reviews, but this time i could not ignore. FOOD POISONING - ate a Prawn Dumpling and within 1 hour i was sick as a dog! 1 week later and i'm still not fully recovered! I knew as soon as i ate it there was something seriously wrong with what i ate. Rang to inform them of what had happened and what i ate and the did not care less! Was told someone would contact me and was still waiting! i use to love this place, i will NEVER eat here again! Apart from being served spoiled food, the whole meal was over priced and very average! Stay away is all i can say!

Nice dinner with the friendly staff here at S & S. It was a quiet night so they left us alone for…read morelong periods, which didn't worry us, it was just kinda quirky but nice (we must have looked trustworthy!). They have live music some nights, I will definitely be back for some of that.

Sunday 20 July we had coffee and dessert - AWESOME atmosphere and the staff are very friendly and…read moreattentive... I highly recommend for visitors and locals alike...located right in the middle of Acland Street - literally metres from the tram... The Mars Cake was TOTAL DECADENCE

Have come home after spending $78 dollars for a single meal and drink which actually adds up to no…read moremore than $55 from the stated menu. Not only have I been ripped off and stolen from, but so sneakily and slyly so. How disgusting and shameful. Not only an utter disgrace but lack of any empathy doing this to a kind and polite customer. Cannot believe I have been ripped off this disgustingly. Shame on whoever runs this place. You're crook.