Deliciously hip with breakfast at all hours- I'm in Heaven! I have dined here multiple times however at least two have been whilst hungover & we all know that hangover food ALWAYS tastes good, so my judgement was always a little skewed. Each and every time I have consumed breakfast food because I could! This place makes muesli delicious- even though some would argue that this is impossible however I consumed the most amazing muesli ever here. Poached eggs with beetroot and ricotta- they have that too and it sure is yummy! A few more flavours of tea wouldn't go astray however considering their already broad and varied menu, I think I'll let them off this once. As we have established, the food is brilliant but so is the location- ridiculously hip and a trendy place to be seen, some would argue that this place errs a little on the pretentious side of things and yes it does walk a fine line but it does so very well! The staff leave a little to be desired- as others have mentioned that could all probably do with a happy pill or two but hey, if they bring me my food and it's that tasty, I'm going to put up with their up-side-down smile for now! I'll be back again though- that's for sure! read more

Review for upstairs fringe venue: A low rumble....As if the earth was stirring for something memorable. A slight tension cuts the air. The familiar echoes of a jovial Friday night. We are in Adelaide at the Store on Melbourne Street to see a funny man! His name is Ben Darsow (known in the East as 'he who sells out awesome fringe shows'!). Who would've known we'd be in for an hour of hilarious quips and great stories?! Such a great show. The audio in the venue was well balanced, the decor is funky and it's well within walking distance of heaps of great eateries and watering holes. I feel a little sad that i only saw one show here, I've been told that during the fringe season they've been running between 2 and 4 shows most nights, quite successfully with various comedians in tow. The Store will be running shows (presumably comedy) again in 2016 and I for one will definitely be back! Now that I've seen the upstairs, I'm also looking forward to round 2, trying the downstairs food and service! read more

The Store Bistro - Before the laughs (show) commenced - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - North Adelaide, SA

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One of our locals, friendly service and a decent menu. Good selection of wines, beers and some ciders. Simple menu with Dailey specials. We tend to go for dinner here in the weekends and can usually get a table. It can be very quiet in the evenings, but don't be put off by that, the food is good! It is THE venue for breakfast / brunch / lunch on Saturdays and Sunday's, and you will definitely have to book then! read more

The Store Bistro - This weeks special: seafood paella - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - North Adelaide, SA

As I was wandering around Melbourne Street I noticed this place, and the crowds outside of it, and thought that maybe it would be a cool place to check out. However, I wanted to check out some other places first, but as it turned out pretty much everything else was close, which was a bit of a shame. Mind you, it meant that we could come back and check this place out. Well, despite all the crowds we still got a table pretty quickly, and our meals also came out pretty quickly as well. The thing was that they had a special christmas special, namely a Turkey Benedict, which actually was pretty cool - somewhat different to what I have expected of late. Oh, and the coffee wasn't bad either. read more

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Soon as I stepped into this joint it felt like a great place to host a party or catch up with a group of friends (much like the lion opposite). It can get very loud though - I like music but I was left with a headache after eating here. Sadly that's the impression that lasted.... On the plus side: It's perfect for your family Sunday brunch type affair. Service was swift and friendly and the Food delivered - it was exactly as the menu described. I had the big breakfast which was very good indeed, the butter for my toast was so easy to spread (a thoughtful touch)! read more

The Store Bistro - Big breakfast - a real treat! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - North Adelaide, SA

The Store is situated on the corner of Melbourne St and Jerningham St, and has recently been renovated. Its menu has also been revamped with tasty new options. Some say the menu is somewhat all over the place, with a cheeseburger and chicken liver parfait on the same page. It does breakfast, lunch, dinner, and takeaway - talk about convenience. I have had the Grilled Sirloin, which wasn't bad. The prices aren't too steep either. Compared to its previous menu, I'd say The Store is way better now. I would recommend going there for breakfast, as the outdoor seating is comfortable and Melbourne St has a nice urban atmosphere in the mornings. Plus, you can't really go wrong with muesli and toast. read more

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We came here after running the City to Bay, in search of a celebratory feed. I'd been thinking about this for weeks - the carrot at the end of a 12km stick (I hate running!). I'd already decided I wanted the Big Breakfast, but as the time drew closer I wondered how big this breakfast could be. My idea of big does not necessarily match others', particularly at a trendy place where less is usually more. Was pleasantly surprised to see that, yes, it was big. I struggled my way through a massive serve of scrambled eggs (your choice of scrambled, fried or poached), bacon, mushrooms, 2 roasted tomatoes, spinach, a hash brown and 2 pieces of toast. I also got a free coffee for checking in on Yelp ;) After some Earl Grey tea to settle my stomach, I practically had to roll home for a much needed nap. Thumbs up for generous serving sizes. read more

I'm a fan. The large shaded outdoor area is wonderful complete with a dedicated server last night. When the Store changed ownership last year, it underwent a major rebranding. The namesake grocery-'store' aspect was dropped and now the entire space is a restaurant--a French bistro to be precise. It feels like a diner, not sure if this was the intended effect, but it's pretty cool. The menu is small. The portions are modest and so are the prices. Quality and flavour is high. It's quite fancy for the prices you pay. I was taken here for my birthday last year, the menu has changed since for summer. This week I had a Salad Nicoise ($16). Nothing to rant and rave about, but satisfying and not something you regularly come across in Adelaide. The Duck Leg Confit ($26) comes on lentils with a piece of red cabbage on top. It doesn't sound appetizing, but with a cleaver combination of common ingredients and with the duck melting in your mouth, it is. The Store served an infamous breakfast. I haven't been since the update, but they've just recently come out with an all day brekkie menu. Part of the appeal has always been the attractive outdoor area and location, so I'm sure it's still grand. Check the slick website for a full menu. read more

The Store perplexes me, the store really is beautiful with a ton of natural light and gorgeous table settings with the bistro spilling out into the street with the lovely outdoor seating and yet the staff always look so sad and languish in their current occupation, anyways... The food here is quite good, tasty and fresh, the ingredients are top quality and I love the crunch in the salads. For lunch I'm a big fan of their crusty breads, particularly their tomato, basil and mozzarella offering. The burger is also quite good with the pickles on the inside being particularly delicious. Breakfast is pretty amazing here, my position as someone who doesn't eat eggs usually puts me in a disadvantage when eating breakfast but not at The Store, on offer are pancakes, tasty fruit breads with lemon curd, croissants, porridge and muesli. The Store also does takeaway, I've never used it but the boxes they pack the food in look good enough to eat. With full table service, my issues with the wait staff really do end up plaguing me. Guys, stick a fake smile on your face and stop treating me like an idiot because I couldn't pronounce "Gruyere" correctly. Really. If it wasn't for the consistently poor people skills of the serving staff this place would be super-fantastic awesome. But at the moment. Not so much. read more

The food here is amazing. The only downside about here is how busy and noisy it can be. Service was prompt and staff were friendly. The breakfast menu is fantastic, plenty to choose from. Hot chocolate was nice. Prices are reasonable for the quality of food. Plenty of street parking around but need to be mindful of the parking time limits. There is a 15% public holiday surcharge and they close at 12 on public holidays. read more

ALERT - BEST RISOTTO IN ADELAIDE!!! If you like mushrooms and truffles, you will absolutely love the risotto they serve at The Store! I first had it about a year ago and remembered that it was divine. I went back last week and it was even better than I remembered. This is usually a very popular spot for breakfast/brunch but they also do amazing dinners. Even better, they participate in the Split The Bill promotion through The Advertiser so you can get a main for half price. That means that best risotto in Adelaide, in my opinion, is only $10! That. Is. Insane! The staff are super friendly and knowledgeable too. It take us 40 minutes to get here from home but it's so worth it! My friend ordered the salt and pepper squid salad and said it was delicious even though it was a night that was too cold for salad. Normally I would knock off a star because, against my better judgement, I ordered the gnocchi and it was a *little* stodgy (although still very tasty) BUT I had a few bites of my friend's risotto and it took me to paradise so the review gets 5 stars. I'd give it more if I could. Seriously - go and try the risotto. read more

The Store is a great place for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner. I have never been past this place when it has not been busy. My husband and I have been attempting to have brunch each weekend, and so we have been working our way through various brunch places in town. We both really enjoyed the atmosphere and the food at the Store and I would definitely recommend it in the future read more

I have only ever had breakfast at The Store (both before and after the renovations) but I keep going back because it is consistently good. I really like the fruit salad with yoghurt, the bircher muesli and the full egg breakfast. Coffee is good and hot. read more

Excellent service, great atmosphere. Food is divine! The spicy pulled pork burger is to 'die for'. Recommend anyone coming here...fantastic! Great menu selections. read more

I would return to this place because of different reasons. First of all, you can't get a better location if you want to sit outside and enjoy your breakfast or coffee. There's plenty of tables and although they're right next the the street, it has always been really quiet. You don't get much traffic there, or people for that matter, and it's very easy to find a parking space either on the street or on-site. Staff have always been extremely friendly and service was quick. They make a very good Latte and their coffees are reasonably priced. It's a good place to have breakfast and with an extensive menu, they have something for everyone. I had a toasted muffin with bacon, egg and cheese for $8, it was very tasty and filling. Generally, their prices range from 7-15 bucks and they have everything from muesli to a variety of scrambled/poached eggs. I honestly don't think it's too expensive, taking into account the location and the quality of their food. I would definitely recommend this place. read more

Loving the buzz that is the store as people enjoy drinks after their dinners, line up for fringe shows upstairs and enjoy a wine in the balmy night breeze! Thumbs up store folk! read more

Delicious 4 star food and service! It is great to eat a "fancy" dinner that doesn't leave you needing more after! The fixed price dinner menu was great, you can choose from2 or 3 courses. It was our first visit after a friend had recommended it. I will definitely thank her for this, by bringing her here to join me. read more

I want to like The Store (i really do). It's just that it's....I think 'pretentious' is the word I'm looking for here. It just seems that the people, the staff and the place itself (if that's possible) think it's a bit special. Maybe I'd happily go along with any 'wank' factor if it actually was. However, upon recently paying 14 bucks for a cheeseburger, which was little more than a bun, an unseasoned meat patty, a slice of cheese and a garnish of dill pickle, I've concluded they're either kidding, or deluded. On the bright side, I love the interior design and I did have a glass of very nice French viogner with my meal. In a nutshell- a disgrace to burgers everywhere! read more

First of all the risotto was delicious and the coffee was excellent. However the serving was quite small, this was a sight that made be wince due to extreme hunger overwhelming my body. A shame, it was expensive considering the lack of rice and minimal vegetables. Breakfast is a different matter, their eggs are off-the-hook and their take on the 'big breakfast' doesn't disappoint in size and taste. Avoid possible chaotic hours such as Sunday mornings, or lunch hours. The service becomes a bit frantic and disjointed. read more

Everyone raves about The Store, so I was pretty excited to go there for the first time, but I think my expectations were too high. I did quite like the decor, how nothing really matched, and the food was ok and the coffee was adequate, the two men behind the bar were very nice to us, so that made us happy. It's quite a relaxing place, and has a nice vibe, but I'm not sure why people rave about it as much as they do. Maybe I need to go there more often. read more

The service was excellent with plenty of attention from different staff members. The prices are reasonable and the quinoa salad with chicken was very good. I would definitely go back and recommend The Store to friends. read more

Menu potluck perhaps, but our meal was so ordinary that I thought I'd better say something to other people who may be swayed by the stars. Everything we ordered was ordinary. Probably coming out from the kitchen at the speed of McDonalds was a concern. Great to have food quick, but does make you wonder about how it was prepared in the kitchen. The Saltimbocca was ordinary. Quinoa salad flavours were flat. These guys need some inspiration with their dressings and with summer coming, it would be a good idea. Seasonal greens, not bad, but not good. It's just very boring and ordinary. I've decided that life is too short for bad food, so if you feel like me, consider twice before forking out your cash here. I know that I am against the grain on this one, but it's not the first time and I'm sure it won't be the last. Everything should be good on a menu. If you can't achieve that, have less on the menu. Quality over quantity, cooking over microwaving. It's amazing the difference it makes. I don't even know why I gave it two stars, perhaps it's because the service is great, the staff are lovely and the place has a nice ambiance. I won't be going back though. read more

The store seems to have changed hands a lot in the last few years, to the point where I'd given up on the place. I gave it one more chance recently with new owners and I'm glad I did. The chef is excellent, shown in the food every time the staff are super friendly. I find myself stopping in for dinner far more often than I should. One of my favourites! read more

A reliable source of coffee, snacks and meals in a handy location in Melbourne Street