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American, Cafe
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Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
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Central Business District
0.3 km from Flinders Street Station
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All reviews brunch shakshuka reuben lox sandwiches potato latkes mac and cheese halloumi bread salmon new york style pickled fennel great coffee hot chocolate great menu fantastic food worth the wait
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Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile

Great spot for breakfast Loved the food options The seating want great for my backline didn’t stay too long The food and coffee were good though

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 3 days ago

So disappointed you can never get in as a group (5). They don’t take bookings and have been three times with over hour wait only to go elsewhere. They keep telling me “ we are unusually busy today”. Lots of singles and couples.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Little find tucked down a side street. Best bagel and cream cheese ever!!! Had the deli board and really enjoyed it. Staff were lovely too. Would recommend.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 21 September 2023

We are visiting from Hawaii, but know good food when it is served up. B2W delivers. Great variety, creative breakfast combinations, friendly staff and cozy Cafe! Pastrami, slow-cooked beef brisket, sweet potato hash, NYC style bagels...you won't be disappointed! I only regret We can't take...the crew to Honolulu so that we can continue to eat this well!​More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 25 February 2023 via mobile

Was not sure what to expect as came highly recommended from friends. Was not disappointed. Great array of all-day breakfast; bagels and sandwiches. You won’t walk away hungry.

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 5 February 2023 via mobile

Great food, Really good service. Full noise Reuben sandwich and a fresh orange juice is a great way to start the day. Would recommend.

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 4 December 2022

We were lucky to beat the crowd that gathered only moments after we sat down. This hidden gem that isn't easily identified at the end of the lane, has fantastic food, service and atmosphere. Book a table or try your luck getting a seat, just...don't miss visiting this cafe while you are in Melbourne.More

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed 2 December 2022 via mobile

Good coffee and hot chocolate near the St Paul’s cathedral. In a nice quaint quiet lane and will recommend for all to try out this brunch place.

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed 30 October 2022 via mobile

Great food good service. Had lovely cooked breakfast. Happy to accommodate special orders. Reasonable prices. Recommend

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed 21 September 2022 via mobile

Great menu, lots of options, and plenty of sides. Our visit was timed for brekkie/brunch- we ordered Shakshuka eggs w pickled fennel and hot salmon, onion bagel w dill schmear, a side of halloumi and asparagus- all fantastic! Gluten free bread available too. Coffee a...bit meh, but otherwise a great alternative to Melbourne’s smashed avo culture!More

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed 28 August 2022 via mobile

This was not what I expected. It’s a tiny floor space with outside seating. Luckily we were inside as it was cold!! The food was delicious - I really wanted to try everything so will go back. Has the New York deli vibe. The staff...were really friendly.More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed 13 August 2022 via mobile

Great sandwiches with quick and friendly service. If you want to eat in you may be waiting a while but if you grab your order to go and find yourself a sunny spot on the street you’ll be enjoying these delicious New York style sambos...in no time. Warning, the sandwiches are a bit messy, two hands definitely required but are so tasty they’re worth the clean up. They are also super filling so don’t spoil yourself before getting there or plan on eating much after. So far I’ve hade the Philly cheese steak and the Reuben, both equally tasty. I think Cubano next time and I look forward to it.More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed 30 June 2022 via mobile

We came here for a different breakfast experience . Husband had the beef brisket burger and I had the egg and bacon - both were great The orange juice was perfect ! Nice little spot

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed 29 June 2022

I was anticipating mind blowing bagels, lox and out-of-this-world cream cheese. Instead it was lacklustre store-bought ordinary bagel, philly cheese and very boring lox. Potato latkes were bland and nothing. I have to say really boring. Sweet potato hash was too salty and confused flavourings....I’m sorry but I expected more excitement instead, dish washing water. I cannot even remember the coffee. 😕😬More

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed 3 May 2022

Fantastic breakfats and excellent coffee and great ambience tucked away in a little lane(so Melbourne)

Date of visit: May 2022
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Chloe B
Hi my name is Chloe Buhler and I am currently studying food and hospitality as a year 12 subject. I was wondering if you'd be able to answer a few questions to assist in my investigation on how American cuisine is impacting Australian restaurants. Feel free to skip any questions. 1. Would you consider your restaurant to be American style? (In terms of food, appearance, theme) 2. Do you believe your restaurant menu is influenced by American cuisine? (In terms of food items, flavours, presentations, ingredients, portion size) 3. If so, is there a particular part of America that has influenced you restaurant? 4. Would you consider it a positive or negative thing that some restaurant menus are influenced by American cuisine? 5. Do your customers leave mostly positive or negative reviews about your food? 6. What would you say customers appreciate the most about American style food? (In terms of taste, smell, portion size, presentation) 7. Would you/do you prefer American style food over other cultures? If so, why? 8. What type of foods that Australian restaurants sell, would you consider American style? 9. What about those items makes them American style? (In terms of taste, smell, portion size, presentation) 10. Do you believe the American theme will spread and grow throughout Australian restaurants? 11. If so, why? Thank you for taking the time to help me and I hope you have a great day!
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Response from Tracey C | Reviewed this property |
1. Yes it is a recreation of a New York Deli 2. Yes as in the previous being a NY Deli recreation the food items, flavours, presentations and ingredients are American. The food portions were definately Australian 3. New... More
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