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Blue Train Cafe

Shop MR5, Mid-level, Southgate, Melbourne, Victoria 3006, Australia
(03) 9696 0111
Ranked #247 of 2,425 restaurants in Melbourne
3.5 of 5 stars 71 Reviews
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Neighbourhood: Southbank
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Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Neighbourhood: Southbank
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Moe, Victoria, Australia
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Quick service, friendly staff, and nice view of the Yarra if your out on the balcony More

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Melbourne, Australia
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

This is a large eatery with a high turnover of tables so they can keep prices down. The food is good and serves are generous. There is nothing adventurous about the menu, just standard fare. Just be aware that it can be noisy during the daytime when boisterous children are present so if you want to have a conversation at... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Greta city views, good service and yummy food.. Best to get seats on the balcony for the views. More

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Melbourne
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

The food is ok but the prices are pretty high for what you get, eg: smallish pizza is up to around $24. Menu is pretty standard cafe fare. Drinks are quite expensive too. The location is great though particularly if you sit outside during the day where you overlook the Yarra River. More

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Chinny26
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

The food here is cheap (by Southbank standards) and is very nice, service is always great. More

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Melbourne, Australia
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19 reviews 19 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

nice food, good service, quick. wheelchair friendly. More

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See 18 more reviews by angelasnow101 for Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

Every time I have eaten here, we have enjoyed it. The menu has a fantastic selection, something for everyone. The staff are great and if you are short on time, they are really helpful and get the food out pronto. Great view as you are up stairs over looking the Yarra. More

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Melbourne, Australia
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012

I love the atmosphere of this place! The food is consistently good and the wait staff is great in service. Has been a favourite for years and most likely will continue to be for years to come. More

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Maidenhead, United Kingdom
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56 reviews 56 reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

This is essentially a quick lunch venue where you can watch the people walking down below on the promenade by the side of the Yarra. Coke a glass of wine - Penne Bolognaise, Seafood Linguini and a couple of coffees came to about $60. All the food was freshly prepared and of good quality. More

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Wamberal
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320 reviews 320 reviews
Reviews in 106 cities Reviews in 106 cities
122 helpful votes 122 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

Others seem to come for lunch - I prefer it for breakfast provided I get a table on the verandah overlooking the Yarra. It is more tha the food which can be average to good, there is something wonderful about the Yarra. I have been with friends and their children thougn who swear that the banana milkshakes are the best... More

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