Located inside the chadstone mall, I didn't expect anything - as coffee shops inside malls in the…read moreUS are never the best places to eat... I was so impressed by the food here -- the crab cakes were cooked perfectly, the mushroom omelette flavorful, and the red velvet pancakes were out of this world! So beautifully presented, & well cooked! We need to up our breakfast game in the states!

As an upscale cafe chain, this place does deliver One major…read morecriticism would have to be the inconsistency of their takeaway coffee in that they mixed my order up twice in a short period of time That being said, they always pour a great coffee and the staff here are fantabulous :) The seated area is comfortable and allows a nice view of passing traffic. If you're in the need for a coffee when shopping at the fashion capital swing through; you won't be disappointed!

Nice ambiance , I felt the menu to be a little pretentious , food was decadent to say the least ,…read morefriendly staff , quick service (dishes did seem a little cold though ) busy place so obviously very popular , a go to place for a coffee though

Only worth going back for the coffee. This establishment serves puny portions of chocolate waffles…read morefor $18. I understand that this is a brunch place where prices are inflated, but there are boundaries to that. When I asked the staff about the portions they told me that is normal. Pictures are proof see for yourself. AVOID AVOID

Dukes Coffee Roasters is rated one of the top coffee shops in Melbourne, so I knew I had to try! A…read morevanilla latte, hot or iced, with oat milk is always my go-to. The coffee was definitely dense and strong. Sadly, they did not have any vanilla flavoring, but the oat milk flavoring shined through. The cafe was busy and packed, definitely showing its character and love in this city. The workers were kind and the drinks were correctly and quickly!

There are a handful of coffeeshops in downtown Melbourne... and Dukes appears to be the one with…read morethe most fans! We were walking around looking for a place to get my caffeine fill... and then I saw the crowds of people flocking to Dukes. I checked it out on Yelp and I was sold! I don't mind a long line when I'm going to get delicious coffee... and Dukes did not disappoint - they created the perfect cafe mocha! If you're in the area and looking for a terrific coffee place, then look no further than Dukes! *****FIVE STARS*****

I found this to be a rather quiet place to grab some breakfast, which is something that I tend to…read morelike, especially since I'm not all that much of a morning person. I found the atmosphere to actually be quite nice, and the staff reasonably friendly. However, the coffee wasn't all that great, and the options not all that large. Still, it is quiet and rather peaceful.

This cafe is a bit hidden, it's next to the dry cleaners which is next to the 7-Eleven on the…read morecorner. It's run by a few lovely ladies. Offering coffees, fresh juices, cakes and pastries, gourmet pies and sausage rolls, just to name a few! Seating is a little outdated but it does the job, they also have a little comfy coffee/lunch corner. Pros: Free WIFI Nice focaccias Toilet facilities

This place is certainly one of the more popular of Melbourne's coffee shops, though when I was here…read moreit wasn't anywhere near as packed as I have heard that it can become. Personally, I thought that it was okay, but is really wasn't one of my favourites, probably because it lacked that really cosy atmosphere that some of these places tend to have. The service was okay though, and the tea wasn't too bad, but it really wasn't the best.

Great coffee! If you're not living in the area, its worth the trip over. I've not eaten there yet…read morebut I do hear great things. They roast their beans on site. The space itself is quite large and has a very funky ambiance. On weekend this place is packed with people brunching and revelling in the amazing coffee. You can also buy beans to take home (I did stock up to take some neans home to Scotland!) Staff are friendly and knowledgeable, this place is a must-try!

I loveeee this place!! This place is sorta hidden in the small alley. It looks like they renovated…read moreparking garage and made into a restaurant. Inside is very spacious and lots of light. It's a perfect place to chill on the weekend to get a brunch. Not only this place is very hip but also their food tasted amazing! I loved their bagel dish and acai bowl. Acai bowl was definitely insta worthy (very pretty) and tastes super healthy. I liked their bagel dish it was very flavorful I kept eating even though it wasn't my food..... lol I think coffee was alright though. I would definitely recommend this place!

Best breakfast in Australia...(maybe I haven't had much luck in other places). The maple bacon…read morebanana bagel was the best. Filling and delicious. Also got the açaí bowl and it had lots of lovely delicious fresh fruit, granola and flowers sprinkled on it. Nice presentation. Service was average. Single origin coffee was very tasty but they give you such a small cup. Definitely skip the watery koko black hot chocolate. So under whelming and disappointing.

I have been to milk cloud numerous times as it is my sisters local. Excellent food and excellent…read morecoffee. Not overly kid friendly which is a shame but they definitely make up for it food wise. I always order the corn stack with avocado and relish- it is simply divine. If your in the area you should definitely go in!

"There is no greater combination of three words than All Day Breakfast," a dear friend announced as…read morewe entered Milk Cloud. Of course, the phrase could be applied to pretty much any cafe worth its salt in Melbourne, but as it was uttered here I feel it should be attributed accurately. He ordered a big fryup, I ordered my usual coffee. His came laden with bacon, hash brown, spinach, mushroom, eggs, toast. You know, the fry up. I cursed myself that I'd already eaten (this cafe has the other three word phrase that lightens up my day: "Gluten Free Available") and I watched his orangey egg yolks dribble all over the plate drooling a little. There's a nice trend I'm noticing in cafes at the moment to make sure that any coffee (especially if it's a weird request) comes looking as aesthetically pleasing as it tastes. Actually, sometimes it looks far better than it tastes, but this isn't the point right now. Good coffee, nicely presented. Place looks good too, there's a huge cartoon map of Ashburton on the wall that's fun to look at whilst waiting for food.

This guy here, Ben, he's a top bloke. He brings quality food and coffee to the lesser travelled…read moreshopping strip that divides Kew and Balwyn. Named after no one in particular, Ben provides his own charm and persona. The interior takes the ever popular combination of black furnishings and lightly stained timber and adds fun coffee-themed cartoon murals. Hanging basket plants, table succulents and random orange chairs add splashes of colour to the mix. Seating is divided into three sections; a handful of small tables in the front cafe and kitchen area, more small tables in a dining room space that overlooks the outside courtyard below, and the aforementioned courtyard that has a scattering of small tables and some large communal tables. A little extravagant is certainly one way to describe the food menu; there's a granola bowl, coconut chia pudding, cherry ricotta hot cakes, baked bean pot, pulled pork burger, rueben sandwich, salmon croquettes, haloumi salad; a bit of everything. Highlights are the buttermilk fried chicken burger with sriracha mayo and cornflake crumbing that gives a distinct crunch and the lamb ribs with mushy pea purée, parsnip chips, and roasted turnip. The tender and juicy meat just falls off the bone and the pea, parsnip and turnip combination provides some welcomed lesser encountered flavours. Coffee is by Code Black with a selection of blends and single origins available as espresso and filter. There's a range of teas, juices and smoothies also available. A local favourite, Ben shows that it's not just the inner suburbs that get all the fun and that sometimes it's worth venturing out into the mostly residential areas.

Big fan of Ben, the new guy in Kew/Balwyn town. Located on the corner of Burke and Belmore, where…read morethe whole strip seems to be going under some development with a new giant bottle shop also just open a few doors down, Ben fills a void location-wise that otherwise had locals going to Kew or Camberwell main shops for a breakfast bite. The food is pretty basic, but delicious. Recommend the scrambled eggs with wild mushrooms and truffle oil, and keep popping in hoping to try a 'Cruffin' but they're always sold out! One day soon, you will be mine! Staff are very friendly and keen to impress, and atmosphere is nice and relaxed, with chill music and a great medium sized outdoor area for when the sun is shining. So far locals seem to have embraced it, which is good news for young Benny boy!