226 Waterdale Road, Ivanhoe

Ph: (03) 9499 1162

Service: Cute, possibly single men.

It’s kitschy, it’s cosy and it serves delicious home style cooking all morning, all day. Finally, a no-fuss cafe in middle-class suburbia that has the comfort food we all crave! Catering for all, whether you’re on a diet, want to indulge or just want a good cup of coffee and cake. The staff are young, tentative, friendly and their recommendations are often right on. The servings are not super sized, but they’re delicate, fresh and full of flavour.

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251 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy

Ph (03) 9416 2001

Service: Good looking, always smiling.

The Italian/Lebanese menu of Alimentari Deli is deliciously comforting and satisfying. Generous serves, fresh breads, cheeses, meats and exotic delights will please all.  The dark wood surroundings, cafe’ style seating and old school delicatessen decor create a European ambiance in the small eatery. The coffee is excellent and the drinks selection is impressive. A great variety of lunchtime treats, snacks and take home dinners have quickly tagged Alimentari as an ‘institution’ for Brunswick Street regulars.

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48 Bridge Road, Richmond

Ph (03) 9421 2808

www.rhcl.com.au

There are few cafe’s that succeed at providing seasonal and delicious breakfasts, lunches and dinners to their customers as well as hosting cooking classes, cheese clubs and wine tasting. Yet Richmond Hill Cafe’ & Larder offer their diners all this and more with patrons leaving the local Richmond attraction with inspiring recipes and ingredients from the Larder. Fresh preserves, hand dipped chocolates, handmade pastas, Artesian breads and cured meats are just some of the delectable treats on offer.

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