Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Melbourne CBD, Melbourne

Dean B. • January 27, 2015Great vibe! The perfect bar to go for a drink after dining out in Chinatown.

Taylor E. • January 24, 2016Love this space — quiet and chill. I didn't see the name posted anywhere outside (or inside), but it's the only coffee shop in the alley.

James R. • May 7, 2012One of the best coffees in the CBD. Standing room only and very popular so you will have to wait for your coffee but worth it.

Tomfoolery • December 2, 2015Incredible range of Single Malts (Over 700 varieties apparently!) Great service too!

Nicholas C. • May 28, 2015The coffee is great. I like the choc peanut butter donut! I love bourbon, but I'm not a fan of the bourbon glazed donut.

Jez T. • June 5, 2013The Staff are wonderful! Take your time with reading the menu or go the easier option and get the Staff to recommend for you. What a delight.

Hianmin T. • October 20, 2018Chili scramble eggs on a sourdough bread is yummy!

Daniel A. • October 22, 2011Try the empanadas, ceviche, calamari, and anything off the parilla and wash it down with a bottle of malbec.

J • March 3, 2019Rose and meringue flavour is insanely good!

Linsey Y. • December 16, 2015Reasonable pricing and they have good whisky + beer pairings!

Sina M. • February 9, 2013Extraordinary flavors.... Just FANTASTIC !

Max B. • April 23, 2012Prawns are a must have! Lamb tongue gets a worthy mention, and the Churos are a great way to finish it

Happy L. • April 25, 2012great coffee, what else? Pair your coffee with sweets available from their cake display. Flourless Mandarin cake is yumm..

Cam_in_Bris • May 16, 2023Owned by Seven Seeds. The coffee is rich and strong. The pastry selection is top notch. Laneway pocket rocket ☕️🥐🚀

Rachel F. • September 2, 2011Double-baked goat cheese sfromata and gnocchi is apparently to die for. Will see shortly :)

Mimi T. • July 30, 2018Love the cheese toasty and cocktail choices! And their chef made pickles are just SPOT ON 👌🏼

Logan C. • March 23, 2018The whisky selection is phenomenal and the service is great. Such a cosy spot

Ian H. • December 5, 2016Best pour over I've had in MEL. Get the Mokka you won't regret it.

Nate R. • December 1, 2019Great space, an urban oasis with lots of plants and a mix of open and covered areas + heaters so it's great in summer or winter, sunny or rainy day.

Keith T. • March 16, 2018Their pastas are AMAZING. Risotto is awesome. But the ultimate highlight is the tipomisu. Winner winner chicken dinner.

Sam • August 16, 2016Great dive bar with a good selection of drinks and music tracks. Plenty of seating inside for groups or less.

John • August 30, 2011Quail lettuce delight new fav. Harvey Bay Scallop consistently great.

Aimie L. • December 11, 2015The bircher muesli is to die for. A must have

James S. • May 6, 2014The lobster rolls are awesome. Make sure to get some eggplant too.

Emma H. • July 6, 2019Their berry mascarpone french toast and the Rendang french toast are the bomb!

Candace N. • October 26, 2017Best Peruvian restaurant in town. The "feed me" menu is actually pretty good value. Must try its Pisco Sour!

Jackie H. • November 23, 2013Enjoyed breakfast here, great service, cool Melbourne laneway vibe, well-priced.

Tomfoolery • November 30, 2014The Galette Complète is great. All the Galette's are gluten free too!!

Mike B. • March 17, 2022Scrambled eggs are magnificent. Maple bacon on top, yummy

Jeff W. • December 14, 2014Try to sit at the bar or outside. It can have a long wait. Egg dish with shrimp. Anything with a slice of bread. Tuna nicoise salad was perfect.