had a nice work lunch here to farewell a colleague. Nice food, good range but I felt the prices were a little too much. However, good servings and quality. Friendly service and waitress was nice enough. We were the only people in the place as it was later in the afternoon so I can't comment on service when busy. Big parmas with real chicken breast, lots of options for toppings, good range of other items too like pasta and such. They ran out of bread for my wrap so I had to order something else - that was the only annoying thing really.

Approximate cost: $20

I go to the one in 367 Collins st as it is near my work. Handy to get to, those stairs give your butt a short workout, and then you can undo all that stair work with a yummy latte. Nice food and coffee, good service and nice atmosphere. My colleagues like it too, good to have a reliable place near work for good coffee and quick lunch options.

Ok cafe to go to for quick break from shopping or a quick catch up. We were there later in the afternoon which might explain the lack of atmosphere and service but we found it lacking in food, coffee and service. The people were friendly to the other patrons but seemed to miss us entirely. We were a few cents short of a gingerbread man and received a smile when we thought aloud about buying one and if we could afford it... and the next customer who came in got one for free for their kid. Coffee was ok but too milky and not quite right. We won't be back and it's not just about the gingerbread man.

We tried this cafe as it was new to the area. Jars has taken the place of where Fine and Dandy foodstuffs used to be, so the location is good, near the tram stop and across from Albion supermarket. Unfortunately, the cafe failed to deliver. There was a strong smell of oil when we walked in (perhaps they were cooking but it was not pleasant), and the coffee was not good. Far too milky, little froth, and no strong coffee taste. For the price of a regular at about 4.00, it was disappointing. Even the complimentary chocolates at the register were old and should have been checked before being offered to customers (going white on the outside).
What can I say, I don't expect that much but this place failed to deliver. We won't go back as it is just not worth it and there are other places nearby that offer better value and quality.

FINALLY a cafe has opened up on the other end of Melville towards Coburg side. Handy location for those heading towards Coburg on the tram as it is near the tram stop. Fast service, courteous and patient. Nice indoor and outdoor seating, they make use of their space well. Quite a few options for food too, and great coffees either to go or have in-same quality. We'll definitely be back as the location, quality and price are right. Don't really have any gripes, cost is what you would expect for a cafe in the area.

cute little hidden gem way out in Fawkner. If you are in the area, stop by for a coffee and a few shortbreads/biscuits. Made in house and with the addition of their cafe menu, a good place to have a quick sweet treat. Traditional Italian sweets, including take away packs and cakes made to order. A huge range of sweets to have alongside your coffee. cold drinks also available and good prices. We will be back when in the area for sure.

Gets loud inside, but nice decor and atmosphere, warm and inviting. Good food, servings were fair but not too generous considering the price. Not the best value but ok, to be expected. They have a minimum for card, which wasn't advised before I ordered my second order, which was just a coffee, and they wouldn't put it through anyway either. Not a bad place to go for dinner, it was packed and noisy though, perhaps just the way it is on a Saturday but don't expect to have a quiet meal if you come here!

ducked in for a quick coffee and snack before jumping on the train on the way to work. Good decor and service, friendly staff and, very helpfully, a water jug just near the coffee machine. Good food options but light on the snacks unless you want to eat in. Coffee was good, just average, not that strong, good if milky and creamy coffee is your thing. no coffee loyalty program as far as I could see, which is disappointing to me. Most places offer loyalty cards or apps now! Not sure if I will be back but it is a good option for coffee if you are in the area.

great flavours, prices, food and service. Ticks all the boxes and has so much going for it - grocery items, great prices, lots of menu options, including dine in, takeaway, large meals and smaller snacks. Service was fast and friendly, they use rewardle for their coffee loyalty (easy and yay to loyalty programs), and the cafe is conveniently located. I think they need to change their name from 'bakery' as this is definitely not your usual bread and cakes joint.

Approximate cost: $under 15

Trendy cafe right on Lygon. Good location and lots of room inside, mainly due to the open layout and sparse decor. 70s feel furniture and feel. Menu options were plenty for breakfast, which is served all day, but not as many options for lunches and mains. Prices are as to be expected for cafes on Lygon. A bit too much for what you get, I felt. It would be nice if they had a big breakfast option, many places seem to lack this these days though. Coffee was nice but a tad small and not strong enough in my opinion. We didn't ask for strong though so I can't complain really. Nice enough but just not the right price for food quantity and service delivery - burger and poached eggs took almost a half hr despite there being few people inside dining.

Approximate cost: $17