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"Restaurants South Melbourne. Best for: A designer breakfast Eat this: Ricotta hotcake with seasonal berries, double cream, seeds and grains, and maplePerks: Chef's table on the upper level of the terrace – for a price. House-made coconut yoghurt; local kelp salt; ash rolls – these are a few of our favourite things on the menu at Top Paddock’s younger, more refined sister."

"One of Melbourne’s most Instagrammed cafés, The Kettle Black, is now accepting reservations for breakfast and lunch. Cosy up in one of their sun dappled tables and order all the brunch classics you’ve been missing – we’ll be heading straight for their famed ricotta hotcake, colourfully scattered with a rainbow assortment of berries, petals, seeds and nuts. 50 Albert Road, South Melbourne"

"Few cafés can lay claim to being featured in Vogue Living, but Kettle Black can. The space is a designer’s dream – sophisticated, light-filled and warm, soft oak furniture is contrasted with brass accents and a stunning marble bar. Their famed ricotta hotcake, scattered with a rainbow of berries, petals, seeds and nuts, is one of Melbourne’s most Instagrammed dishes."

"There’s a good chance you’ll find a queue when you stop by Lune Croissanterie’s Collins Street shop in the CBD, but the treats here are definitely worth the wait. These expertly made croissants have been the talk of the town since Lune first popped up in Elwood, and then Fitzroy, years ago — and with good reason. It’s hard to go past a classic, especially when it’s made to this standard."

"Obviously Lune needs no introduction, it’s Lune after all; the home of the best croissant in the world. Owner Kate Reid reverse engineered the croissants from Paris that she was obsessing over to come up with her own. Acquiring a Lune croissant requires commitment; lines are often long and they always sell out."

"Restaurants Patisseries Fitzroy. Their pastries fly out of the shop by noon most days, but does Lune really cut the mustard?"

"The weather's getting cool and carb cravings are kicking in. Lucky for us, there's a whole stack of bakeries and cafes to slice into - even in lockdown. Opening hours may differ right now, so be sure to check with the business directly before visiting."

"Set on the corner of Fitzroy’s Rose Street, this local favourite has won awards for both its impressive design and its even more impressive coffee, which consists of a different line-up of origins each day. CAFE Set on the corner of Fitzroy’s Rose Street, two brothers Trevor and Steve Simmons have transformed an open warehouse into a resourceful space that offers everything from a lively cafe, an ambitious roastery, an upstairs cupping lab and expert coffee training facilities. At Industry Beans customers can expect top-grade product and intriguing flavours sourced anywhere from the Sumatran hills to the plantations of Panama, on a daily list featuring nine different origins."

"Highly rated coffee wholesalers come café geniuses, this local favourite is constantly buzzing with activity. Renowned for their in-house roasted beans, you can get your hands on everything from single origin and blended coffee, to chai and chocolate. So popular that they now have cafés in NSW and QLD, you can skip the queues in store and order direct from the website to get the Industry Bean experience at home."

"When you think Melbourne cafe, you think wide open warehouse spaces, you think stainless steel and exposed brick, you think coffee beans fresh-roasted on site. And that's why Industry Beans is perhaps one of the city's most iconic cafes. The breakfast menu here is just as impressive as their stellar coffee, with wide-ranging options that are suitable for all tastes and diets."

"If you are looking for some really yummy food, don’t miss the Cuff Food + Wine. While this place is open for lunch and dinner too (so if you miss breakky never fear) they have some really awesome breakfast options including totally amazing Acai Bowls. Their muffins are a bit of a vibe too."

"Nestled beside Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, DFO and the Polly Woodside sailing ship is a riverside highlight of the Melbourne drinking and dining scene"

"If you are interested in exploring more of Melbourne’s incredible laneways, we would highly recommend a trip to Manchester Press. The laneway the breakfast bar is located on is worth visiting in its own right as it is filled with interesting street art. The interior of Manchester is designed to match its outside surroundings as it is just as creative."

"The calm waters of Elwood Beach make it great for swimming, and sometimes there’s enough surf for some boogie boarding. There’s the Bayside Trail bike and running track if you fancy a walk or cycle, plus cafes a’plenty. Getting there: Elwood Beach is 9km from the city centre."

"A little bit further south, Elwood Beach comes with plenty of parking and is less crowded than its famous neighbour St Kilda. Elwood has a great beachside vibe with quaint little shops and cute cafes. The promenade is great for prams and scooters."

"Albert Park, a suburb located right in the south-central of Melbourne, is home to a lovely little beach featuring a sandy, narrow stretch of coastline with safe, sheltered waters that makes it a great choice of beach destination in Melbourne with kids, especially due to how easy it is to reach from most major accommodation spots in the city. Accessible via public transport within around 20 minutes from the Melbourne CBD and situated next to the tram terminal on Victoria Ave, Albert Park Beach eases gently into the shallow and calm waters of Port Phillip Bay, making for ideal swim conditions for kids. The beach is a popular location for all beach-going purposes; not only swimming but sunbathing, windsurfing, kite boarding and walks along the road pier are all viable options to pass the time on the beach, while there are also many walking and bicycle paths that are popular with those rollerblading or simply going for a stroll."

"But Dex2rose serves up not your usual boring vanilla ice cream but rather one of a kind gelato creations for every taste bud. With flavors like Chocolate Stout, made with Guiness and chocolate, it comes served with mini pretzels and a syringe of salted caramel sauce because who can have enough right?. Did we also mention that these ice creams were made using liquid nitrogen!"

"Function Function PartyIf you’re looking for a private function room or a venue for hire, our private room can accommodate 50 people standing and 40 seated. A good option for work events, birthday parties, and wedding recep..."