A great one stop shop for natural foods, supplements and organic products. Staff are very helpful despite the confusing way stock is set up.

Came here for the $25 Duck and Pinot night on Thursday and had the choice between 2 duck dishes, one with duck breast and the other with duck leg. I chose the duck leg and the meat was falling off the bone and so tasty.

Will be back to try the $14 Porterhouse steak nights soon!
Service is friendly and in a nice quiet part of the neighbourhood.

Recommended for a drink and delicious food in good company. Ample parking available on the street.

A variety store where you can stock up with cute Japanese-style homewares, snackfoods, stationery, giftware, toys, cosmetics and cleaning products. Everything is $2.80! Some items are pretty handy and good for a novelty. Given the low price, it's always easy to pick up a little cooking pot or a pair of slippers for $2.80! This is similar to the 100 Yen stores in Japan. Plenty of options as I believe there are 2 other discount variety stores in the same shopping complex.

Recommended - even if you are just window shopping.

Approximate cost: $2.80

This is not just an Asian groceries store. After shopping at the Queen Victoria Markets, it is always a good idea to pick up some groceries from Minh Phat (2 stores - Melbourne and Richmond). They also stock a small selection of staple items for European recipes and unprocessed goods such as dry lentils, beans, condiments, sauces and canned goods.
Fresh herbs and dried spices aplenty with frozen Asian groceries and cheaper tofu prices than in the QV markets and non-Asian supermarkets.

Pop in to be surprised they sell medicinal herbs and cool kitchenware.

Probably one of the cheapest in the inner city area and it's massive store. I sometimes find it is easier to shop in one store than to be shopping around along Victoria Street.

The staff are happy to assist and approachable and friendly.

Recommended for the curious and avid foodies.

The best eyebrow shaper I have come across. Like previous reviewers say, it is pricey but worth it. She really has a gift and my brows always look perfect and shapely. If you have to leave the house with no or minimal makeup, my rule is to always have your brows well maintained. It makes ALL the difference!

Highly recommended and remember to make a booking.

More people need to know about this place.

This is authentic, Japanese cuisine that is the best tasting in Melbourne CBD. Big claim? Yes I know, but all you have to do is try the sushi burgers and you will be sold.

The "bread" in the burger is substituted for rice and I am a consistent fan of the aburi salmon (flame seared). Slightly smokey/charred flavour with the absolutely scrumptious soy-based sauce -- OMG !! There is plenty of cooked fillings too!

The prices are not dirt cheap but expect good quality sushi burgers. Must also try the green tea or black sesame smoothies. They take a while to make but worth the wait if you have time. Other items on the menu are ok but hey... I'm here for the burgers!

They also have lunch sets where you can choose a burger with salad / noodle / mini donburi etc...

I actually think 1 burger is not enough food as a meal so I recommend getting a set menu or dessert. These delicious mochi (balls made from rice flour filled with various flavours such as green tea, strawberry, red bean etc..) are good.

They have a $12 minimum spend policy if dining in. But if you have a normal appetite, you will easily hit the minimum spend.

Run by Japanese - authentic Japanese food, staff are nice and always smiling and helpful.

Another highly recommended (because I love eating out and I want to promote good food!)

Approximate cost: $6

The best sushi train in Victoria. The sushi is fresh and glossy. Always a hit when I have a sushi craving. The staff are attentive and despite it being a small shop, it reminds me of the little eateries hidden in little laneways in Japan. Seems to be authentic.

Clap clap for authentic, freshly made moving sushi!

A fun way to eat! Please let me know if you agree.

I wouldnt call this place authentic tasting but it is good value, decent portion sizes (especially for those that have a big appetite!) but still tastes good. I reckon this establishment is set up in a nicer way (modern, sleek and clean).

I tried the Beef rendang (awesome, soft, well cooked and packed full of flavour!) and the laksas are pretty good too.

When it got busy, service was still good.

Well priced Malaysian food in a nice restaurant. I will be back!

Approximate cost: $12

If you had to choose between Ying Thai in Abbotsford and Ying Thai 2 in Carlton - I would have to say #2! Regular diners in Carlton would not be happy with me stating this but I personally think the atmosphere and the food is slightly better.

If you are walking along Lygon Street, passing the waiter/esses trying to convince you to try their restaurant - ignore them. I think if it was a great place to eat, you wouldn't need people outside to attract customers. Although if this a a traditional thing, I can accept it as a bit of fun and conversing with them as you walk past.

Ying Thai 2 is one of the busiest restaurants (if it is open) on the street and for good reason. The food will speak for itself and it's always nice to pop next door for some award-winning gelati for dessert.

Highly recommended, great food, great price and unpretentious.

The food is always good at Ying Thai. Almost everything I have ever ordered (given the large menu) is awesome. The prices are very reasonable. Always love the papaya salad but be careful with the level of spiciness and it doesn't hurt to be extra cautious - you can always add more chilli later rather than the other way around!

The soups are very flavoursome and their curries and stirfries are not bad either. I think the menu is rather busy and confusing as it is literally a big menu with pictures, numbers and descriptions left, right and centre.

Given the high demand and low prices, if it is busy, expect to be hurried along when you finish your meals. It's the big orange building at the beginning of Victoria Street!

If you are craving Thai - this is the place to be!