Bistro Morgan While I always appreciate a good backstory, and founder of Bistro Morgan, Morgan Hipworth’s is nothing...While I always appreciate a good backstory, and founder of Bistro Morgan, Morgan Hipworth’s is nothing but short of spectacular, the ultimate question that I ask myself after... Read More
Dragon Hot Pot (Swanston St) With an ability to customise to your hearts content, Dragon Hot Pot is pretty much perfect...With an ability to customise to your hearts content, Dragon Hot Pot is pretty much perfect for a light snack or even a gluttonous meal like ours. Amazing... Read More
Humble Rays It’s no surprise that Humble Rays came so highly recommended by so many foodies. Reasonably priced, we...It’s no surprise that Humble Rays came so highly recommended by so many foodies. Reasonably priced, we found the portion sizes generous and the dishes universally well-executed. The intricate... Read More
Unabara Lobster & Oyster Bar (Melbourne Central) There’s no doubt the clear winner at this new Unabara at Melbourne Central is the incredible...There’s no doubt the clear winner at this new Unabara at Melbourne Central is the incredible Lobster Ramen. Unique, photogenic, well-executed and incredibly appetising. You really can’t ask... Read More
Malaysian Laksa House The Laksa here was definitely a real winner and ranks amongst the best in Melbourne. While...The Laksa here was definitely a real winner and ranks amongst the best in Melbourne. While the other items were notably less spectacular, they were undoubtedly still enjoyable... Read More
Joyful Chef Newly opened at what used to be Tai Pan, Joyful Chef is an unimpressive concoction overpriced...Newly opened at what used to be Tai Pan, Joyful Chef is an unimpressive concoction overpriced and wanna-be premium “Cantonese” food. It’s discouraging to see dishes of such... Read More
Kim Sing (Flinders Lane) Kim Sing may be acceptable for those on a tight budget, however it’s honestly a case...Kim Sing may be acceptable for those on a tight budget, however it’s honestly a case of “you get what you pay for”. Do yourself a favour, pay... Read More
Din Tai Fung Predictably, the dumplings and buns at Din Tai Fung were the highlight of the meal, even...Predictably, the dumplings and buns at Din Tai Fung were the highlight of the meal, even though their menu offers a diverse range of options. Overall though, it... Read More
Calia In my books, Calia succeeds only as an Instagram-able money printing machine. With the kind of...In my books, Calia succeeds only as an Instagram-able money printing machine. With the kind of price tag attached to such tiny portions , you’d expect near-flawless execution... Read More
Lune Croissanterie A truely great and authentic French bakery. Amazing pastries and good staff, although I would recommend...A truely great and authentic French bakery. Amazing pastries and good staff, although I would recommend going for the more ‘traditional’ pastries. I think I finally understand all... Read More
Furuta Dessert House (Melbourne Central) Furuta provides a quality addition to the already crowded Matcha dessert offerings popping up left and...Furuta provides a quality addition to the already crowded Matcha dessert offerings popping up left and right all around Melbourne. While the desserts we sampled today weren’t strictly... Read More
Northern Perk While the Northern Perk Breakfast Tower was undoubtedly an eyecandy and the main attraction to the...While the Northern Perk Breakfast Tower was undoubtedly an eyecandy and the main attraction to the eatery, this outrageous dish most definitely delivered on taste as well.... Read More
Hakoya Ramen Competition is undoubtedly fierce between an ever increasing number of ramen joints popping up in Melbourne....Competition is undoubtedly fierce between an ever increasing number of ramen joints popping up in Melbourne. Despite this, Hakoya ranks amongst one of the top ramen we’ve sampled... Read More
Demazzi Stone Grill This visit was definitely over the top in every way, and I had an awesome time...This visit was definitely over the top in every way, and I had an awesome time thanks to the outrageous food, the ever friendly and attentive wait staff... Read More
Fai’s Cafe Despite rated so highly, Fai’s was a let down for sure. Hong Kong style cafes are...Despite rated so highly, Fai’s was a let down for sure. Hong Kong style cafes are no longer in short supply in Melbourne, and there are plenty that... Read More
Selene’s Chocolate Bar Having travelled the world in an attempt to source the best of the best, owner Steven...Having travelled the world in an attempt to source the best of the best, owner Steven offers up an enticing range of desserts and indulgent chocolate drinks that... Read More
Rockpool Bar and Grill Our dinner at Rockpool can best be described as pleasant, though not groundbreaking and definitely lacking...Our dinner at Rockpool can best be described as pleasant, though not groundbreaking and definitely lacking in wow-factor. The premium prices does buy you quality ingredients that are... Read More
Grain Asian Dessert Bar Grain Asian is always our default go-to for some authentic Hong Kong delicacies and snacks, and...Grain Asian is always our default go-to for some authentic Hong Kong delicacies and snacks, and they certainly didn’t disappoint this time. It’s hard to find such fresh... Read More
Dainty Sichaun – Noodle Villa The group behind the newly opened Noodle Villa is of course Dainty Sichuan, and to date...The group behind the newly opened Noodle Villa is of course Dainty Sichuan, and to date, none of their ventures have let us down. Their small menu is... Read More
Lindt Chocolate Cafe (Docklands) While their chocolates are certainly one of all time favourites, and it’s encouraging that Lindt has...While their chocolates are certainly one of all time favourites, and it’s encouraging that Lindt has translated this to pretty awesome milkshakes as well. For an indulgent chocolate... Read More