My first visit to Light Years was for breakfast; a delicious and unforgettable meal it was…read more The location was off the beaten path, it took me about 15-20 minutes walk from the nearest metro. I was wondering why such a popular spot would be so isolated? But all is well worth the effort to get here. The venue is brimming with natural lighting, classic charm and warmth. For my breakfast, I ordered the Pixelated avocado (on a sourdough toast) because it just looked so darn intriguing. I didn't expect anything else to be honest, and turned out this was GOOD!! Every single element in this dish has complex flavors that compliments each other. The chili dried air kale, diced pixelated avocado and the soft shell crab was especially stunning. The dish certainly performs to its Instagram ability. For my drink, I ordered their matcha latte; it was strong tasting yet smooth. I could drink this all day! The Light Years is certainly not disappointing in any way, from the beautiful venue to the outstanding food, supported with service and ambiance for days. Easily, my favorite brunch spot in town at the moment and much to recommend you :).

Went to Light Years for Sunday brunch and was relieved to find that, although very busy, the wait…read moretime was only a few minutes. Recently opened at the bottom of a new apartment block just along from the Camberwell tram depot, it should not be confused with Lights in the Attic cafe which is a bit further down Camberwell Road. The fit out is the now common scandi/minimalist affair with a smattering of potted greenery. Coffee is from Dukes, but the star of the show here is the food. All the dishes I saw coming out looked great and were good sized portions. I had the bircher and it was a generous serve, looked pretty and tasted even better. Overall a good value and tasty option for brunch/lunch in the leafy inner east.

honestly, not impressed. we had a party of 6 for a 60th birthday party, spent close to $600 but…read morecould not sit at the "chefs round table" although it remained empty the whole time we were there. The eggs Benedict I ordered was fair. The scone it was served on was cold, the eggs were barely poached and there was a slight "sprinkling" of crab meat on the eggs. the French pressed coffee was very good and thankfully the group of friends that I came with was delightful. I would love to recommend this place to people I know because it's ambiance was very nice but unfortunately considering the price and the quality of food I would probably not put it on my list of places to revisit .

The bakers wife, you walk into a large industrially fitted room, with the open brick walls and…read morependant lights. It's a huge space with lots of table space and lots of different seating options from lounges to communal tables and the basics. The service is the only thing that stopped the bakers wife from getting 5 stars! For how big the space is they didn't have enough waiters/waitresses to cover the room meaning your wait for service at times was long! Unfortunately for a first impression as well when your friend gets the wrong dish delivered to him and he has to get up to talk to the waitress, it doesn't leave the best taste in your mouth. It's saving grace was it's quality of product! The coffee was great, a really nice latte that really did the coffee beans justice. I had the French toast with the additional bacon, it was served with cinnamon, maple syrup and berries. The contrast of flavours was heavenly and Devine, leaving me satisfied, hooked and content to leave on that note. Overall it's a winner and it's new, do maybe by the next trip to the bakers wife it will be perfected! By golly tho don't pass it up!

The staff are outstanding. The food is excellent! A high standard with the bonus of value for…read moremoney for me it served as an exciting part of the whole experience. Everything is immaculately clean with a higher than usual attention to detail by the service attendants. The ambiance is a more casual one, family friendly as well as accommodating intimate couples and large gatherings. Honestly, it was the best place in Melbourne to go where I could be guaranteed on a continuum that the food would always be at a very high standard and reasonable price.

This place is very aesthetically pleasing, the vibes are so warm along with the food being lovely!…read more Recommend to all who want to try something different!

Workshop had very quickly become one of my favourites in the south-east. Owned by brothers, I'm…read morewishing I was a part of the family so I had an excuse to drop in more. So why is this place so fantastic? Firstly, the staff here are lovely. Recently, I booked a table of 11 for a Sunday morning and they couldn't have been more pleasant or accommodating! They're happy to chat coffee tasting notes with you and they're genuinely keen to hear what you thought. I found they're constantly going exceeded your expectations, by remembering a detail from the last time you were in. The staff are also keen on social media, especially Instagram, which I believe reinforces how interested the staff are in what their customers think. Secondly, the food is A+. From the classics to the combinations (think hotcakes crossed with a doughnut), everything's been delicious. I like that the menu is broken up into meals and a something light page, so you have a reasonable idea of portion sizing when ordering. Thirdly, these boys (I'm yet to see a girl working?) know what they're doing with the coffee beans. Choosing between pourovers, single origin coffees and cold drips... My guess is you're going to be satisfied no matter what you order! Talk to the staff, let them know what you likely and they're more than happy to make a recommendation. Workshop has given the Glen Huntley area a much needed spark. It's conveniently located (almost) next to the station, which I imagine the train commuters are loving. The fit out is gorgeous, with lots of exposed brick, natural sunlight and some gorgeous lights. One last thing - cutest logo I've seen, go and see for yourself!

Perfect coffee every time. Delicious…read more Good breakfast options from your usual eggs with sides, hotcakes, Bircher and porridge. Lunch offerings are burgers, pides and the likes. But the coffee is the standout. Great spot, right next to Glenhuntly train station. X

Oak room is a great place to try out. It has a good…read morefeel/vibe to the room. Kind staff that could use more training but, they put in effort. At the end of the day, the food is really good. If you lived near here, I would recommend it for you.

The coffee can be raved about but the food is not what you would expect of somewhere similar in…read moreMelbourne. They have single origins from exotic places including Hawaii and will take the time to make a descent pour over. The food is good but simple and doesn't stand out necessarily. The prices are similar as somewhere that would blow your mind with more refined dishes. Great service and atmosphere :) The mince in the burger tasted like mince the corn fritters like corn and really it is literally what it is. I would have loved a more pronounced flavour in the meat or even a sauce that kicks for the fritters. The salsa and avocado with the fritters where literally chopped tomato onion and sliced avocado... Not really a traditional wet salsa which would have greatly complimented the salmon and fritters. Do come though :)

The vibe here is casual and staff are easy going with friendly and fast service. So glad to find a…read moreplace close to home and there are plenty of street parking options as well! The only downside was the music was a little bit loud but I did enjoy their music choices. Delicious breakfast with fast service and will be visiting again!

I do love it when a cafe opens in Oakleigh and there isn't a souvlaki in sight!…read more This little cafe would be more at home in Fitzroy, but I am SO glad it's opened its doors in this meat heavy suburb. Menu is a great mix of brunch staples, a delicious variety of salads that keeps things interesting and some awesome looking sandwiches that are all reasonably priced and super fresh. They even cater for the kidlets with proper (non-processed) chicken nuggets. You can grab a lunch deal for $14 which changes regularly and includes a main and drink. Yesterday's chicken salad and freshly squeezed orange juice hit the spot perfectly. The coffee is bang on, as is the hot chocolate, and the staff are relaxed and friendly.I'm looking forward to working my way through the menu.

Sunday brunch and there's nuthin like some smashed avo on potato rosti to get you goin' for the…read morerest of the day. Even better when there is smoked salmon involved. And what about a poached egg? Can't forget the poached egg! Lucky my meal had it all! Even mango, my favourite fruit in the whole wide world! Only problem was... the mango was over-ripe. I know, I'm being super anal, but it just crushed me that rather than bringing the elements together, it tore them apart. I should write a song. Cry me a river, you say. It was still a good brunch. I'd come back. Next time I will also know not to order chai latte (too milky, not enough spice), considering that Little Chloe's claim to fame is their coffee! Specialty coffee and roasters. Duh, it should have been a no brainer. One thing I MUST mention, is their super cute table reservation system. I'd think it would be a hoot if they placed a laminated photo of Liam Neeson on the table instead of the scrabble letters. But hey, love the scrabble as is!

Excellent service, great prices, food is delicious. They always have fresh muffins with such…read moreinteresting flavours.

Breakkie, outdoor heaters, good atmosphere, free wifi, pizza oven, dinner...it's pretty cozy here…read moreat One Misty Guy. I got: Baked eggs with Chorizo He got: Chorizo and eggs Yes it was tasty, I got free wifi to do some work and I loved the back courtyard. Will be back.

A solid cafe in chaddy ! Nothing special nothing bad :)…read moreLove their cutlery and their takeaway cups though. A beautiful aesthetic overall; but like most of the food and drink in the centre it errs on the expensive side. Perfect place for a nice brunch though as it is very comfortable to dine in

Located In Chadstone mall, this place has some fusion and healthier foods that you don't typically…read morefind in a cafe. Clean eating and to an american some strong ass coffee. Good stuff

This place is so cute! Heading out of my regular stomping ground for a lunch date, I'm so glad to…read morehave been shown this cute strip of Glen Iris, tucked behind the Burwood train station on a residential street. I ordered a long black to start and it was perfection. Code Black coffee I believe. I would have ordered another immediately had I not had an afternoon of more coffee meetings ahead! The menu is fantastic with a great variety of brunch and lunch items to suit all tastes. The granola was so tempting, as was the mouth watering pulled pork and slaw sandwhich that my dining buddy opted for. I went for the Israeli Chicken Salad - very flavoursome and filling - they were not stingy on the chicken. The spot is child-friendly (not just a clever name) and the seating outside was comfortable with plenty of room for the pram. With this and other adorable cafes popping up in this neighbourhood, it's definitely putting Glen Iris on my visit-more list for Melbourne. Sitting amongst the leafy street on a sunny afternoon was relaxing to the max. Loved it.

I almost don't want to review this place for fear that it'll become busier! Cute little cafe next…read moreto the train station with wonderful staff and yummy coffee. My mother's group meets here and we sit outside with prams lined up and babies on our laps. This child friendly cafe even offered us free muffins as we sat outside in the sun. Delightful! Try the chai :)