The food and service were excellent…read more The place is great, the staff is friendly and the prices are good.

Who would have thought that in the middle of what is outer suburban industrial Lilydale one could…read morefind a cafe that is a very big cut above the usual chips and pie industrial estate take away shop? The Lilydale General is brand new and it's obvious that the creators care about good produce and know a thing or two about what the public are wanting these days. I spied products from Mount Zero and milk from Jonsey's Dairy. The fit out is great, though the music choice when I was there did nothing to add to the atmosphere. Metal? In the afternoon? In a cafe that has decor reminiscent of an American Diner meets hipster Melbourne Cafe? Very odd indeed. My long black was decent enough. Any bitterness I'd chalk up to the darker style roast of Coffee Supreme, rather than the technique of the barista. It's certainly going to be where I head when I find myself on the way out to the Yarra Valley and in need of a hit. Hopefully next time I'll be here at the right time for breakfast as the menu has some interesting options including fish tacos and pancakes!

This place was beautiful and a wonderful experience. From presentation to taste, everything was…read moreamazing. Was able to visit with my mother and aunt and we had a lovely brunch.

The food was incredible and the desserts were amazing. HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend. I am visiting my…read morehusband's family from the US, and this restaurant is a must do if visiting Melbourne especially over the holidays. They are decked out in Christmas decorations, and the prices are reasonable. I will definitely encourage my friends and family to eat here if they are in the area

Fabulous cafe in the outer east of Melbourne…read more The food was amazing, and definitely the major draw card here. A variety of offerings from various cultures all cooked and presented beautifully. The staff were very friendly, accommodating and cheerful. Their dedication to the cafe was obvious. The coffee was good - they buy from a local roaster. Not as spectacular as some coffee places closer to the city, but still drinkable. The cafe had a good atmosphere with expressive art on the walls and different seating options. The prices were extremely reasonable, especially considering the quality of the food that we received. This is definitely a cafe to visit if you're in the area.

Great service and great food. Probably one of the best…read moreplaces in the general area to have brunch at

This cafe was a little different, though it was still a somewhat nice place to grab a bite to eat…read more I guess it had a lot to do with the rather friendly staff, and also that they did a reasonable pot of tea, though of course it wasn't one of the best that I've had. Still, the breakfast options were interesting, and they weren't necessarily bad either. While it isn't one of the best cafes that I've visited, it still did have some charm about it. I liked it.

My breakfast for today was slow braised pulled pork with potato and feta hash cake and a sunny duck…read moreegg. It was brilliant. If you like good breakfast variety this place has it! They make a mean Bloody Mary too, accompanied by a baby heirloom tomato. The decor is well thought out, modern but casual. Great coffee. Friendly service. I highly rate this latest edition to Flemington's blossoming cafe scene.Definitely worth checking out the menu. Like your coffee strong? Espresso Martinis are available at breakfast too :-)

This is a restaurant that has recieved many accolades for its wine list and wonderful fine dining…read moreexperience. My own personal experience here has only extended to dessert and coffee,but that experience alone left me very impressed with both the service and the decadent dessert that literally melted in my mouth. I sat in the outdoor dining area, and even though I was not there for the full dining experience, the wait staff were professional, attentive, and had a thorough knowledge of the menu and wine pairings- including for dessert. Based off that experience alone I will definitely come back for dinner some time soon. The menu looked great!

Amazing veg food and chocolate mousse. Did not expect to find so good vegetarian food. Overall…read moregreat experience

Upon my return to Melbourne, the wave of hipster café's continuing to grow has been noted. Whilst…read moreI've still got my faves in my back pocket, I am open to trying the plethora of brunch establishments available all over Melbourne. So cue South Society. What a flop. This is my other issue with being spoilt for choice, you have no idea hows it going to be until you have been, and if it's rubbish sadly you won't get your two hours back (thank goodness for the good company!) It's a fairly large cafe located on the shopping strip just off Blackburn road with ample outdoor seating. My friend and I were seated on a very wobbly table outside (which also sent a glass of water into my lap after the table tipped towards me) which was rectified by moving. Also a wobbly table, this was fixed by stacking a pile of napkins underneath. Coffee orders were taken promptly but food took ages. I ordered myself the Mediterranean eggs Benedict and my friend had the mushrooms on toast. It was about 45 minutes before the food came out and it was such a disappointment. My food was more tasteless than plain rice. It was supposed to be poached eggs, sitting atop shredded pork shoulder on Turkish bread, topped with jalapeños, coriander and hollondaise sauce. The whole thing was bland and soggy. Hollondaise was too runny and not well seasoned. Eggs overcooked. My pork shoulder was so watery it tasted like boiled pork and sitting atop the Turkish bread just meant the whole thing was soggy. The only flavour I could actually taste was the coriander. My friend who had the mushrooms was also quite unimpressed with her meal. I've added an extra star here because the coffee and ambiance are nice, but I'd recommended just sticking to the coffee and people watching.

After 3 visits, it is time to write a review…read more This cafe is fairly new and is located on the corner of Blackburn Road right of the freeway at the Pinewood shopping village. If you live around the area, you will know this location is tough and the spot has undergone several changes throughout the past few years and never quite made it. With Glen Waverley becoming busier, it is natural for the overflow of people to move towards Pinewood and with cafe's becoming "the thing" in Melbourne...South Society has taken the bull by the horns. Newly renovated with simple open plan full - wooden tables, dessert display and pot plants... With an all day menu from 7am, I have tried: Pumpkin linguini, red velvet pancakes (strawberries and chocolate drizzle) and the big breakfast (with a cheesy potato croquette). The food is on the pricier side however is in line with other hip places. The chai latte is always well brewed with actual tea and served a brown platter. The coffee always looks pretty and friends say it is an average coffee. I come here as there is always parking, the food is the same price as Glen Waverley Cafes and on par for quality. The food ranges from muesli - bacon and eggs - smashed ago - burger - pasta which caters for a variety of people I enjoy catching up with. Will be back for the convenice however the most recent visit I was a bit disappointed with the floors and tables not being well kept and food order taking some time.

What a place! Well worth the drive and what a picturesque drive it is. The first thing you notice…read moreis the magnificent looking silos. On a wet summers day the mist was rolling in so it made it all the more pretty. Everything about the cafe is thought thru, from the bakery to finishing touches of the decor. Our waiter was efficient and had a great sense of humour. He certainly made it all the more memorable. The drinks came quickly followed by our delicious meals. We were there for breakfast but there is everything from buying a loaf of bread and toasting it yourself, pastries to the purchase of three different sized picnic baskets. And if the salads on display are anything to go by I'll certainly be back to order one and stroll through their gardens. They are currently expanding the gardens. But there is plenty to do! From lawn bowls, children's play areas, picnic area and meet bubble and squeak the residents of the pig sty. I couldn't recommend the Piggery Cafe enough. I will certainly be back. I could imagine that it will get busy on the weekends if during the week was anything to go by - so be prepared. Happy eating.

Really enjoyed it. We had the cheeseburger, a whole grilled trout with a side of rosemary fries,…read moreand a smoked sausage hot and pink from the smoker, a little spicy and served with pickled cucumber and carrot. One of the few places in Melbourne that cooks burgers to order, but unfortunately we ordered medium rare and it arrived well done. Still tasty though! The trout, however, was genuinely AMAZING. Succulent and cooked to perfection on a hot grill. Chips were golden and crispy with a rosemary salt, really good. The sausage and pickles were delicious. There's no phone signal (for us anyway) so it's a rare chance to fully focus without the temptation of peeking at the phone. The meals took a fair stint to arrive, but we weren't there for fast food and the location is incredibly beautiful so it was a nice chance to stop and breathe. Speaking of breathing - we were seated outside, and every time the wind gusted our way there was a waft of .... I don't know what. Sewage? Pigs? Something on the septic side of the scent spectrum (I know, pure poetry). It wasn't pleasant so I removed a star for that.

Really enjoyed the atmosphere, coffee and food. Served super fast once we ordered. Trio of dips was…read moreonly a duo which should have been advised when ordering, rather than us having to ask after being served and already eating. Other than that disappointment, perfect. Definitely worth a try.

Nestled amongst the tea shops and clothing stores in Sassafras is a converted old wooden building…read moretrading as "Ripe". We used to come to ripe under the old owners, who departed a couple of years back. Since then my affair with Ripe has dwindled a bit, however I decided to head there for breakfast on my birthday this year. We grabbed a chair at the large share table by the fire, which in a Melbourne June was a very good place in the world to be. Although the menu reads like a bit of an exercise in uppity wordsmithery, the food is what keeps me coming back. As a vegetarian, my choice here is limited, which is a little surprising. However I ordered the Vegetarian platter, and was treated to portions of quiche, a small bowl of soup and other tasty morsels to warm me up. The coffee is always fantastic here, and it's become a tradition of mine to order a boutique beer to have after breakfast, of which they have a small but consistant selection. New owners don't mean a lot of change in terms of the feel and service at Ripe. Both are fantastic, and although our relationship isn't what it used to be, I'm still a fan.