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Tipo 00

Overall it was a decent and authentic Italian meal. Spectacular it was not, and the execution...Overall it was a decent and authentic Italian meal. Spectacular it was not, and the execution of some dishes left a lot to be desired. That said, the...

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Gemma Simply Italian

Overall a brilliant and authentic Italian restaurant that’s just hidden off the main fare on Lygon....Overall a brilliant and authentic Italian restaurant that’s just hidden off the main fare on Lygon. The pasta was undoubtedly the best I’ve had in Melbourne and rivals...

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Paesano

Overall, Paesano strikes a good balance of authenticity and catering to suburban family diners. Portion sizes...Overall, Paesano strikes a good balance of authenticity and catering to suburban family diners. Portion sizes were generous and flavours hint of a true Italian Nonna.Despite the busy...

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Meatball & Wine Bar (CBD)

Overall a delicious pasta with sublime meatballs. Really some of the best meatballs I’ve had. Would...Overall a delicious pasta with sublime meatballs. Really some of the best meatballs I’ve had. Would be a real winner if not for the takeaway....

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Circa 900 Pizzeria Napoletana

Overall a highly disappointing meal given the various certifications that they hold for authentic Italian pizza.The...Overall a highly disappointing meal given the various certifications that they hold for authentic Italian pizza.The real kicker was the poor ingredients, namely the frozen, old and disgusting...

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Caffé Sienna

Overall a disappointing and uninspiring meal. Nothing was up to standard in terms of cooking and...Overall a disappointing and uninspiring meal. Nothing was up to standard in terms of cooking and nothing was particularly fresh either. I expected a hellovalot more for the...

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A25 Pizzeria

A25 usually does a pretty decent pasta. Not sure what’s the rush this time causing the...A25 usually does a pretty decent pasta. Not sure what’s the rush this time causing the rigatoni to be so undercooked....

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Chapelli’s

Definitely not a remarkable meal. However it wasn’t in any way bad either....Definitely not a remarkable meal. However it wasn’t in any way bad either....

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Teleporting to Hong Kong for breakfast? Say less. Teleporting to Hong Kong for breakfast? Say less. ✈️🇭🇰
If you're chasing that authentic cha chaan teng energy right in the middle of the Melbourne CBD, HK Cafe is the only move. Forget your standard sourdough—we are diving straight into this ridiculously thick, golden-fried French toast with that perfect slab of melting butter.
Wash it down with a proper, intensely silky HK milk tea, and you’ll completely forget you’re in Victoria. Elite tier comfort food only. 🧈🍞🧋
📍 HK Cafe, Melbourne CBD
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If you're hunting for the most authentic Chinese f If you're hunting for the most authentic Chinese feast right in the heart of Melbourne's CBD, look no further. 🥢
Old Peking in QV is serving up the absolute real deal. You need to order:
🦆 Legendary Peking Duck
🥩 Savory Stir-Fried Pork
🥦 Wok-tossed Stir-Fried Cauliflower
🍚 Smoky Fried Rice
Every single bite is a total flavor bomb. 💥
👇 Tag the friend who owes you a dinner date in the comments below! 👇
📍 Old Beijing, QV Melbourne
🍵 Tag your matcha bestie! Your new favorite Melbou 🍵 Tag your matcha bestie! Your new favorite Melbourne dessert spot is calling. 👇
Nana’s Green Tea is the ultimate cozy escape. Think comforting matcha lattes and towering, authentic Japanese parfaits loaded with chewy mochi that will transport you straight to Kyoto. 🇯🇵✨ Every bite is the perfect balance of earthy and sweet! 🤌
📌 Save this for your next dessert date & drop a 🍵 below if you're a matcha addict!
📍 Nana's Green Tea, Melbourne
You just found your new comfort food obsession. 🥟✨ You just found your new comfort food obsession. 🥟✨
If you need me, I’ll be at Hoppy Dumplings face-first in this spread. There is truly nothing better than:
Pan-fried dumplings with that perfect, golden crispy bottom.
Steaming bowls of wonton noodles that honestly feel like a warm hug. 🍜
The ultimate cozy vibes and even better food.
👇 Tag the friend who owes you a dumpling date!
Good coffee, good vibes, Good Mates. 🫶 Come for th Good coffee, good vibes, Good Mates. 🫶 Come for the brews, but stay for the thick, fluffy, house-made focaccia. You know you want a piece of this! 🤤🌿
Tucked away in West Melbourne, Kuru Cafe is a cosy Tucked away in West Melbourne, Kuru Cafe is a cosy, Japanese-styled hidden gem—and yes, it’s 100% dog-friendly! 🐶✨
The food was a solid, comforting meal, though it didn't completely blow me away. Here is the honest breakdown:
🍛 Curry Chicken Karaage: The highlight! Incredibly tender and full of flavor.
🍱 Pork Katsu Teishoku: Flawlessly crispy batter, but the meat itself was just a bit too lean.
The Verdict: A lovely, aesthetic local spot for a quiet catch-up or a coffee date with your pup, even if it’s not a total culinary game-changer.
📍 Kuru Cafe – West Melbourne
Brunch highs and brisket lows. 🍔🍳 We dropped by Th Brunch highs and brisket lows. 🍔🍳 We dropped by The Foodstore Cafe in Hawthorn East to see how their all-day menu stacks up. Read the full review over at penguineats.com! ☕️
It's so great to be back at our favourite @tempera It's so great to be back at our favourite @temperancesociety 
With a refreshing new menu perfect for this warm Autumn weather, we dug into the scrumptious "Fresh Orchard Crunch" and the decadent classic, "Huevos Benedictos".
Superb execution, bold flavours, fresh ingredients. What more could you ask for?!
Ringwood, you’ve been holding out on me. 🍸 Finally Ringwood, you’ve been holding out on me. 🍸 Finally checked out @seeyouathollys and the vibe is actually coherent (a rarity these days!). Solid Italian-inspired eats and a drinks menu that kept us there way longer than planned. 10/10 night out. 🍝✨
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