Good sandwich places (I'm talking about the seriously good ones) are few and far between in this…read morecity - Martha Ray's definitely one of them. Cosy ambience, unassuming setting and friendly staff. While the menu is not overly extensive, they are good at everything they do (at least the ones I have tried so far anyway). The Benalla pork belly (with crispy crackling no less!) is an absolute must-try - be there by 1pm though, as they are usually sold out after. The chicken sandwich is a winner too, so is the reuben (if meat is your thing). And yes, what good does a sandwich place do without good coffee hey? Well, Martha Ray's definitely got this covered, serving one of the best coffee this end of Brunswick St (Newtown S.C is the other great spot , must lacking on the food front for sure). Be sure to give this tiny place a go - don't tell too many people though, as it gets filled up really easily considering its size! ; ) And oh, did I also mention they have printed copies of Broadsheet?

Just discovered this wee gem on Brunswick street today. Being so small it's very easy to miss, but…read moreif you want good coffee on Brunswick street this place has it. The food is also incredible and very well priced. Try the sourdough with homemade pepper pesto, tomato and goats feta, delightful. They only lose a star because the waitress got my order wrong, This is now my favourite cafe on Brunswick street

Great coffee in an ally of little Collins. Stop here every AM on the way out of my apartment. Nice…read morelittle breakfast bites too. Hard to find with all the construction but worth it

If you walk down Little Collins street and see a bunch of people loitering under a bright yellow…read moreawning down the end of an alley, you know you have found Oli & Levi, a hidden gem. The coffee is great and the selection of breakfast tarts are brilliant value. They also offer more substantial food options to take away or sit in at the big communal table. Try a duck baguette for lunch!

Yeah, this place is pretty cool. I came here with a friend, after spending 6 months locked down due…read moreto a rampaging virus, and honestly, this was one of the first good coffees that I've had in quite a long time. In fact, this place was nothing short of awesome, even though they were only doing takeaway at the time. Mind you, the crowds out the front sort of gave me the impression that this place is pretty popular. You can probably tell that the coffee here is awesome, a true Melbourne icon. I've really got to come back here again, especially since the service was top notch as well.Y

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, we all know that…read more This means that if I go to a cafe for breakfast, it better be good or I am a grumpy little lady. Hot honey did not disappoint! Firstly we were greeted by surely the nicest waiter I have ever met, she asked us how I morning was then went on to tell us the specialties and all the while being bubbly and smiling. So refreshing. Firstly I got the iced coffee, and just as expected it was a delicious espresso with not too much milk all icy and delicious. Plus a little scoop of icecream on the top made it sweet and tasty! We were told the avocado smash and the corn bread were the best sellers. So we ordered them. They quickly arrived. The cornbread was thick and moist with a beautiful avocado and tomato salsa with a little coriander (YUM!) the bacon was generous and well cooked. The smashed avocado was served on crusty bread with just enough mint to make it tangy not too tart. We added bacon and again it was a generous portion and well cooked. There is seriously no feedback I could give Hot Honey, other than to keep doing exactly what they are doing. Lovely staff, great organic food, good value and great location! I will certainly be a returning customer and if you're looking for a yummy breakfast then you better get down to Hot Honey :)

Being a visitor from the U.S., I can't quite stomach the more European influenced breakfasts of you…read moreAussies ;) It's just too bread-heavy for me. Thankfully this little cafe right next to the place I was working at makes one of the best omelettes I've ever had! It's big, it's French style (the best way to have an omelette!), and they change it up every few days. They still have the usual assortment of other local breakfast options as well as good coffee, but this omelette made a great start to each of my workdays in Melbourne! The place is easy to miss. The first time I saw it I thought it was a full fledged restaurant so just walked on by. Then one of the guys at my workspace mentioned it again so I checked it out, and wasn't disappointed. The only complaint I'd have is that the interior could use a bit of sprucing up, but this is coming from a guy who is spoiled by the Fitzroy hipster cafes every day.

Small cafe servicing the immediate coffee and lunch needs of offices near by. The business area…read morehere is a bit strange. Almost middle child syndrome of tall ish buildings that are kinda nice in an inoffensive way. Bond St Kitchen offers a friendly face an a decent coffee without having to venture out to Collins St.

I had always ignored this place as I thought it was just to catch traffic walking into David Jones…read moreand how could it possibly produce a good coffee compared to the millions of Coffee houses that litter the streets of Melbourne. I have to admit.. I was wrong! A mate needed a coffee.. he's a coffee junkie...and he needed it now!! So we sat in this place and ordered our drinks. Staff were friendly and attentive. Didn't even let the empty water bottle sit for any length of time, so I was looking around for cameras! lol A strong coffee was ordered for him, which had him hooked for the rest of the time in Melbourne, while I ordered a hot chocolate. I was thinking it would just a standard hot chocolate in a mug, but I was greatly surprised to be handed a small cup of a quality hot chocolate. Nothing sugary or overly sweet but something that tasted like it had been squeezed out of a dark chocolate bar itself. This became my standard order every time I went in. I didn't get a chance to try the foods but really appreciated not having white sugar on the table but rapadura. Something more raw and unprocessed. So guys.. don't dismiss this place as a cookie cutter DJ's cafe. It really does have the best in mind for you.

Great experience here with delicious coffee, delightful chai tea and oat milk as an option! The…read morepasteis de nata are not to be missed and the rocket/parmesan/spicy almond sandwich was even better than expected. Seating is limited but the turnover is fairly frequent. Everyone was very helpful and it was a great visit.

Grace located opposite a parking lot looks small when you first enter with little room for outdoor…read moreseating and a couple of tables inside. But venture out to the back and sit amongst antique styled furniture with the sky above your head as you enjoy your meal and beverage. My friend and I arrived here around 10 on a Sunday and easily got a seat. Menu is very well priced and has a selection of delicious options. My friend and I got the zucchini fritters and baked eggs to share. I ordered a large coffee and my friend got their kombucha bottle drink. All up our bill was only 39. Cheapest brunch I've had and portion sizes are great. Our drinks and meals arrived quickly and we were also provided share plates The three zucchini fritters were topped with chunky chopped avocado and came with the most delicious crunchy chutney I've ever had. Th dish was also served with some kidney beans and corn. My friend and I couldn't believe how good they were. They're not crispy but more like soft cutlets. The baked eggs dish include three slices of buttered sourdough bread which was quite crunchy and difficult to cut into. The baked eggs were well favoured and included two baked eggs in a bed of tomato sauce with chickpeas and eggplant and topped with some delicious soft cheese. Service is quick. Meals are delicious. And it has a relaxed vibe. They also do split bills.

Delightful spot off Brunswick Street. It's quirky and quaint, like your Nana's house - if she was a…read morehipster, and with less doilies. The crepes with lemon curd are to die for. Perfectly thin and an excellent portion, not too small, not too large... this would satisy Goldilocks (ummm, me) as it's "just right." Easy parking in the area, with a paid parking lot out back and a cute little porch. Nice coffees and staff who are eager to recommend their favourites and to make sure you're well looked after. I'm adding this place to my regular haunts- so lovely.

Never heard of a "10% weekend surcharge" before coming here, but the flat white was good…read more Restaurant owners blatantly passing on costs to customers instead of just taking slightly lower margins: a tale as old as time.

What a cool spot to kick it! Lots of brick, wood, plants, ample seating, and a big window ideal for…read moresun and people-watching. No wait either time, both a weekday and weekend day. I've gone twice. I keep coming back for their lattes. They're so smooth and really not bitter. I'd also recommend their coffee-rubbed wagyu burgers. Love the sauce that's inside it, and the bun it's on is yummy.

Definitely a treat to find this place open so early for the jet laggers from the US... took my kids…read moreand they absolutely enjoyed the food. How can you not love super thick toast French toast with vanilla ice cream and caramelized bananas and berries. The chocolate croissant definitely much better than the ones I have had in Bay Area. They also have an assortment of baguette with fillings which can be toasted. We tried the bacon egg and cheese and my son loved it. We will definitely come back!!!

Lovely little breakfast in a cold winter morning with lovely service and ambiance to match.read more