Should really keep this place to myself BUT seeing as it was already chockablock before this review…read moreI think the locals already know.. This place is hands down my favourite place for breakfast in Melbourne. Coffee is delicious, served at perfect temperature and they have bonsoy. We both ordered the big brekky $18.50 and everything was generous and cooked to perfection.. Perfect poached free-range eggs.. Mushrooms, pork sausage, potato rosti, 3 rashes of bacon, tomato relish and sourdough toast. We were both very happy and full after our selection but watching them bring out everyone else's plates was so tempting. Service was on point and you weren't squished into a seat or rushed with your meal despite the endless stream of people in and out. We were house hunting today and thought we'd try and found a local cafe and boy are we glad we stumbled upon Lolo & Wren! Will we be back?? Most definitely!!!

ex-colleague had described this place as her local haunt and I was ecstatic to try this place. Went…read morehere on an Easter Saturday around 9.45am. Lots of seating available both inside and outside.  Lots of free street parking (but 1P which is never sufficient when it comes to cafes).  I found the menu quite different as it had two types of burgers, a croque-monsieur, a lamb shoulder moroccan salad, chia pudding, some interesting pancakes, and a chickpea dish. None of these dishes had eggs in them. On the very left hand side, they had eggs on toast, the big breakfast, and smashed avo toast.  My friend and I decided to get the lamb shoulder moroccan salad which was shredded tender lamb (looked like pulled lamb, very fine and long strands), dotted with pomegranate seeds and submerged in sheep's yoghurt. It was nice but felt like it needed to be eaten with some bread, or pita bread. It seemed more of a side dish rather than breakfast/lunch or main dish so quite disappointing.  The roast chicken burger with 4 thin slices of chorizo, some jalapenos and some mayo was slightly larger than a slider and quite bland. I only liked the brioche bun but the filling was ok. My friend who was starving didn't eat all of her food.  The coffee was very weak and my friend did not like her white hot chocolate.  Service was ok. Split bills taken. They do ubereats for most of their menu items (brunch on ubereats - wow). Average food.

Toast has changed in the last year - and I like it…read more Actually picked Toast for breakfast, as was over the Christmas period & my regular spots were closed. Really glad I did as servings are generous and yummy. Was my first time to the revamped Cafe, but won't be my last!

A great place for brunch or lunch…read more Most impressed by the friendly service. The smashed avo Moroccan style with corn too was a tasty touch. Only minor disappointment was the hard feta in a mostly soft dish. I also had a lemongrass and ginger tea.

Easy and free two hours parking right out in the front of this cafe. What an awesome find. Close to…read morethe weekend markets and a park allowing you to do your food shopping and go for a stroll after your meal. Has outdoor seating and two sections of inner seating. It's quite cold inside. The menu has a plethora of options both savoury and sweet and their breakfast options are the most expensive. Dishes range from 17-22 dollars. We got the seasonal greens which were broccolini, kale, Swiss chard, dukkah, salted ricotta and two poached eggs. Quite a filling dish with the right amount of crunchiness, freshness, saltiness and protein a great way to Start off the day. The cacao nibs bowl with its cacao almond milk though a beautiful dish with edible flowers, berries, sunflower seeds, goji berries, and crispy orange was cold to the bone, the almond milk was watery and didn't complement the dish. Perhaps get it with yoghurt over the milk. Quite disappointing. We left it barely touched. Very quick service. Attentive staff. And split billing allowed. Portion sizes are good.

A wonderful mix of homely and healthy food. You can tell love is out in every single item on the…read moremenu. I'd never had matcha before but the green smoothie is by far my favourite drink! Love the vibe of the place too - not pretentious, just feels like your local!

Best porridge I've ever had, and so beautifully presented. Caramelized bananas, blackberries, and…read moreother things I'm not even sure of! My husband had the baked eggs with potatoes and sausage and said it was delicious as well. Place is welcoming and pretty cozy, and service prompt and friendly. We can't wait to try the other items on the menu.

This place is definitely worth a visit! The café has a welcoming atmosphere, and even though it…read morewas busy, the service was friendly, attentive, and efficient throughout my visit. I ordered eggs with salmon, and it was delish! The salmon was fresh and paired really well with the eggs, making for a simple but delicious breakfast. The quality of the food and the great service make it well worth the visit. I'd happily come back the next time I'm in Melbourne.

Upon my weekly "where the f*** are we going to eat breakfast" Sunday morning discussion with my…read morepartner, we settled on Maddox after reading the great Yelp reviews. It's a small but cute little set-up with a few tables scattered out on Sydney Road for those keen on some fresh air and people watching. We sat inside in the first room, right next to the main counter. First things first, the service here is outstanding. The staff here will do anything to make you happy. We were immediately greeted, seated and brought coffees - exactly what you want on a Sunday morning. What is something you don't want on a Sunday morning? The top 40 pop songs being played WAH-AY too loudly. Like, I love Calvin Harris... but not with my smashed avo. But maybe I am just showing my age? I have heard a lot about the hotcakes from Maddox but decided to take the (slightly) healthier option of salmon, avocado and house-made ricotta on whole grain bread. It was outSTANDINGLY presented. Picture perfect for your foodie instagram post. We also ordered a Bloody Mary (the hunt continues for Melbourne's best Bloody Mary) and as it was placed in front of us, the server said "this is the first Bloody Mary I've ever made". That's kinda like a chef saying "this is the first dish I've ever cooked". It doesn't immediately instil you with confidence. Thankfully it wasn't too bad and it was nice to see the server asking a lot of questions to ensure his next Bloody Mary was perfect. All-in-all this is an A-OK place for brunch. The food is beautiful and the service is spot on, just know that you'll be getting a side of Rihanna with your eggs.

So after drooling over their Instagram pictures all week I finally tripped right across the city to…read morevisit and try these AMAZING hotcakes! The presentation was beautiful with lots of flowers and I hear the menu for serving the hotcakes is constantly changed up. The girls working were lovely and chatty, which I appreciated considering I was on my own. Sitting in the front window meant I could watch the goings by on Sydney Road while I enjoyed my meal.

This is another of the many cafes that seem to be located in the area where I work, though some of…read morethem do require a ride on the train to the next station. Actually, I vaguely remember going to a cafe in the area years ago, though I suspect that even if it was this one, it was probably the one that was here before this one appeared. Anyway, I rather liked it. It certainly did meet the standards of what I look for in the Melbourne cafe, particularly since it is located down a side street. So, the meal was good, the tea was good, and the service was good, so that should pretty much tell you everything.

Ambience was good inside service was great outdoor seating as well. Good menu and coffee but my…read morewaffles a little dry I thought they came with ice cream but it was no where to be found.

what the bible authors forgot to document was that after god created the heavens and earth and…read moreseparated the seas and skies, an overwhelming hunger manifested him. lo and behold the glories of the proper strawberry matcha waffles with the worlds freshest sweetest strawberries, the unforgettable and unchallenged shakshuka, and the incendiary chili scramble, and thou shall enjoy Piatella Cafe. everything from the food to the service WAS HELLA PROPER! this place is a necessity when in melbourne!

What a great place, and a extensive selection of desserts - there's a cake to suit everyone's…read moretastes. There is an eating area outside which is a hive of activity with cinema patrons passing. And the down side is the smoking gathering point right near you. The staff were friendly, the meals tasty and priced accordingly. It is a great place for a bite to eat before or after the movie. There is a varied selection on the menu and every cake under the sun for the sweet tooths amongst us. Enjoy.

While our stay in Melbourne, we tried everything from the breakfast menu, and the dishes varied…read morefrom top-notch to even better. Seriously, there wasn't a dish that I wouldn't recommend. All been consistently great. They looked great, they tasted great, and were priced great = reasonably. The ambiance was cozy yet tasteful. Reminded us of European cafés. The staff was attentive and friendly, so was the owner. Can't recommend this place highly enough. A must-go when in Melbourne!

This spot was in walking distance of my hotel. It is such a cute spot and the ambiance is super…read morewelcoming ! After a quick glance of the menu I decided on Avocado Breakfast Bruschetta. It was so delicious and the egg was poached perfectly. It also came with a pumpkin hummus, which was delicious! Service was wonderful. Great breakfast spot in Melbourne !