Whilst appearing to be a small premium wine bottle shop, Seddon Wine Store is best experienced as a…read morecasual 'wine by the glass' meeting point. The venue, with seating at high tables of 4, is quiet and intimate which is refreshing after noisy restaurants and bars - conversation flows easily whilst your eyes wander over the wall of fine wine imagining all the possibilities. The knowledgeable advice is also a highlight as staff here really do know their product whether it's Presecco or Piedmont they're quick to offer valuable advice to help you with your selection. A delicious selection of cold tasting plates are also on offer. Cheeses, olives, pates, cold meats and white anchovies are presented skillfully to complement the wine. Give it a try!

It probably says something about the area, but the strip that Seddon Wine Store is located on…read morecontains 4 bottle shops. The others are those chain store everything-but-nothing kind of places with cask wine, a lot of beer and premade shooters. Seddon Wine Store is to alcohol what a gallery is to art. Basically, it's small but thoughtful. They cover a range of price points, but they don't have mainstream over-advertised hangovers in a bottle. The owner, Simon, is often in the store and knows his stuff. He's always available for a chat and to dish some advice but isn't a vino snob. Most pleasantly of all, Seddon Wine Store now has an itty bitty wine bar located inside. Just a few tables, but goodness knows they have a great wine list to choose from, and some fabulous little things to munch on (think wagyu salami and nuts and whatnot). The biggest problem I can think of in fact, is that Seddon Wine Store is located directly between my house and the newsagent.

This place is pretty good, though it is a bit hit or miss as to when it is actually open, and can…read morealso be a little tricky to find since it is located on the second floor of an office building. However, it isn't bad, and of course it does have a real sports bar atmosphere, but that is probably because it is a sports bar. They do have a nice selection of beers, which I like, and a balcony out the back, though that is basically for the smokers. Still, I like the place, it has atmosphere.

Absolutely brilliant place, incredible food always with a great selection from the kitchen along…read morewith some kickass drinks from the bar, staff are also super friendly and accommodating! Would quite happily return!!

It might not look like much from outside but this little cellar is a fantastic destination for rare…read moreand local wines. Belmore Fine Wines has a very comprehensive selection of clean skin and red wines from local vineyards, as well as some pretty bizarre and rare bottles that are very hard to find from wineries like Kalleskie, Diggers Bluff and Killibinbin. My partner and I have been coming here for over a year now and have a wine club membership. Every now and then we'll get a call about when the cellar is having wine tasting nights or other special events. The owner is very helpful and always friendly, he loves having a chat about pretty much anything and has helped us on more than one occasion with picking out a bottle for a special occasion. Belmore Fine Wines also stocks local and imported beer, as well as a pretty good range of spirits, however it is wine that is the focus here. Expect to find some real gems, and if you need help, ask and you'll get a great drop.

I love this place :)…read more The wines here are often local, sometimes rare, and always delicious. The owner Pete is clearly passionate about what he does - always up for a chat and more than happy to give you a lengthy recommendation.

Food was amazing!…read more Great service and atmosphere. Not beats sitting outside enjoying the sun while drinking good wine and having a cheese platter.

On Friday 6th December 2024 I went there for dinner and I ordered the Grass Fed Rump 250gr but it…read morecame out rare when I asked for medium rare so when I asked to speak to the manager to send it back the manager said we are not helping you, you fucking bastard so fuck off so I just left because nobody deserves to be spoken to or treated like that. Next time I come in I accept an apology and a free meal.

This is not your average shitty aussie liquor store on a lazy tired Melbourne burb!…read more The family behind this establishment gave rise to a proper liquor store with a variety of literally hundreds of craft wines and what seems like 200+ craft beers. Here you will find a great selection of craft beer and wines from the region plus some usual suspects from abroad and a good mix of all the styles is usually in stock. I did find some good surprises like Napoleon from up north which is rarely found in the inner city and a few other lesser known goodies. The staff is friendly and non-pushy which I find delightful and the prices are pretty good. If you happen to cross through this area give this place a visit and forgive yourself for the time spent looking through the great selection of beer/wine.

The burger here was really good, nice and big with lots of toppings. Deffinately hit the spot on a…read morenice summers day. (Check out the pictures for an idea) Great service, friendly stuff and an all round great place to try if your in the area.

Came here for brunch with my elderly aunt and uncle and all three of us had absolutely beautiful…read moremeals. Perfectly cooked eggs, fresh avocado (not the going brown ones you usually get at cafes). The only thing they could do better would be to have home-made hash browns rather than the frozen triangle variety. Also asked for a spearmint milkshake in the off chance they could do it and bingo done!! I've been living in Melbourne four months and this is the first place that could make me one. It was soooooo good. LIST it on your menu guys!!!!!!

The food was beautifully presented and the space was warm. The service was great and friendly…read more I ordered the cookies n creme smash Oreos sliders and I just couldn't love it. There was really just one note, just sweet. It's creme in a donut style bun and on a plate of bananas, figs, honey comb, caramel, honey, pistachio, edible flowers. But there was no balance just sweet on sweet on sweet. Fearing this I ordered smoked salmon just to have a bit of salt. The dish was visually amazing but it was hard to eat and I couldn't finish it. I love the idea but just needed something. Even if the pistachios were salted that would have helped. I get what these guys are trying to do but it just want for me.

A new cafe opens in Melbourne nearly every month but are usually concentrated around the city and…read moresurrounding suburbs. The newest opening comes from the team behind powerhouse cafes Short Straw, Touchwood and Tall Timber and resides in dreamy Carnegie. Located on an street corner in a mostly residential area, Left Field brings it to life with good quality food and coffee and accompanying crowds. It actually took two attempts in the weekend after opening to get a table. Left Field takes on one of the signature design trends of white walls, light timber and exposed light bulbs which offers a clean, open and modern atmosphere. A dark-toned tile mosaic behind the counter area and a scattering of potted plants throughout the cafe add a touch of colour. Seating is a mixture of small tables and booths inside and the same outside along the length of the white painted brick exterior. The food menu, as the name might suggest, is a little left field with Middle Eastern influences. Highlights include the Smashed peas bruschetta, Beetroot cured ocean trout and the Supergreen tacos. The braised Moroccan lamb shoulder with pistachio, cranberry and quinoa tabouleh, feta, green chermoulah dressing and garlic yoghurt. Presentation was a little surprisingly with fine dining-like styling. The lamb shoulder was tender and juicy with an exciting flavour combination provided by the rubbed spices and the fruity tabouleh. Gluten free, dairy free and nut-containing dishes are highlighted for those with dietary requirements. Coffee is from Niccolo with a blend and single origin espresso and filter options. Soy and almond milk is available. There is also a range of teas, soft drinks and cold pressed juices. Service is like clockwork, especially during the busy opening period. Left Field brings a touch of the city cafe culture to the outer south eastern suburbs and is sure to be a local favourite.

This cafe is so close to home, I don't know why I didn't try it earlier. It's fairly small on the…read moreinside, and the first table we were shown to was a little cramped, so they kindly sat us at another table which was perfect. There's a nice selection to choose from for both breakfast and lunch, and we all happened to settle on the same toasted sandwich which we all loved. The staff were friendly, the service was quick and the food was reasonably priced. While I don't drink coffee, the other two in my group do, and they said it was really good. I definitely won't leave it too long until I come back here again.

The Cappuchino is some of the best we have ever had. Owner Peter made us feel at home. Recommend…read moresitting upstairs by the window. The hash brown is a fried shredded potato very light but crispy and firm. Delicious. We had second Cappucinos even though they are large. 5 stars!