Substation is a cute little cafe in Alexandria, hard to see from the street but identifiable from the pumpkin sitting on a stool out front. It actually looks like a little vintage substation from out front and inside quite rustic whilst still modern, and feels warm with gardens and heating. About 6 tables and bench seating, there's plenty of room. When you walk in, you get the impression that everything is freshly baked, which, when I asked, it is. It was early morning, beautiful muffins had just been made and were being decoratively topped. They were pear or Berry and looked very appetising. They'd also just baked some pastries that I tried each of them. Had a small spinach and ricotta triangle as well as a pumpkin and cheese one - so good just out of the oven and incredibly tasty. I then got my coffee and was so impressed with the latte art - a beautiful swan - made my day! Hubby got the acai smoothie topped with chia - large size and he enjoyed it a lot. For the breakfast I ordered the healthy option as I usually do, the granola and yoghurt. A huge bowl of granola, natural yoghurt and beautifully sliced fruit; oranges, kiwi fruit, paw paw, passion fruit, strawberries, rhubarb and honey. Such a generous serving. Hubby got the substation breakfast, totally for for a King - it was a huge platter of eggs, bread, avocado, tomato, bacon, mushrooms, and a cute little pot of yoghurt and granola. Really good value. Having heard that everything was freshly made, we got some brownies with walnuts to go, completely decadent and great for afternoon tea. One of the other great things about this place was the staff were so nice! Really polite, hospitable and provided great service. read more