Between Us - Boroondara

Clean, fresh decor and quite busy on a Sunday midday. So we opted for a table outside which was lovely with a bit of winter sun. Really interesting menu with ma... read more Clean, fresh decor and quite busy on a Sunday midday. So we opted for a table outside which was lovely with a bit of winter sun. Really interesting menu with many options and a change from the standard brunch fare! Prosciutto Eggs which was a platter of prosciutto, fried eggs, eggplant and Camembert and it was great, a perfect brunch kind of dish. Lobster salad which was lobster tail with brioche and a tangy salad, topped with caviar....also good. Their coffees were excellent.But I have to say that I was most impressed when a man came along the street selling trinkets for charity and our waiter took the time to go back inside and find some cash to support him, in spite of being busy. Nice to see.

This is an attractive cafe, although very noisy and cramped. As per the previous review, the toilets are very clean and well appointed. However, the aesthetics... read more This is an attractive cafe, although very noisy and cramped. As per the previous review, the toilets are very clean and well appointed. However, the aesthetics do not make up for the poor service and unwillingness to allow for dietary restrictions.If you have any issues with allergies or food intolerances, this is NOT the place for you.I am unable to eat certain foods as I have a serious medical condition which requires diligent attention to diet. The waitress was not willing to oblige in any way and when I asked to speak to someone else to plead my case, I was informed that they could not help me and she pointed to the statement on the menu regarding 'No changes or alterations/deletions to the menu'. I was not asking for any huge changes to menu items, just a deletion of one item to make it suitable for me.I ordered as best I could from the limited selection of menu items and was equally disappointed with the standard and quantity of food when it arrived. As was my friend with her meal. Tasteless was her description!We vowed we would never return, the rude and dismissive attitude by staff members was intolerable.Such a pity as it is an attractive little eating place. Try somewhere else!

Meet here with a friend every now and then as it is one of her favourites. On our recent visit we both enjoyed our meal very much, Zucchini fritters and the Sal... read more Meet here with a friend every now and then as it is one of her favourites. On our recent visit we both enjoyed our meal very much, Zucchini fritters and the Salmon and Egg on Sourdough. The highlight for me this time was the delicious Lemongrass and Ginger tea. Usually I find it insulting to tea drinkers to be served tea via a teabag, but this teabag was amazing and is imported from the US. Down side of this place is the noise and squishy tables. I dislike tables for two that are pushed right to the wall and have little space between diners chairs. Staff friendliness can be hit or miss and we had one of each this time. Mind you the friendly girl was absolutely delightful and we left with good memories.

Real gem on Mailing road. Great coffee, good food, friendly staff and fantastic service. My daughter often say this is THE place for babyccino and brunch on Sun... read more Real gem on Mailing road. Great coffee, good food, friendly staff and fantastic service. My daughter often say this is THE place for babyccino and brunch on Sunday.

The atmosphere is lovely, the service is fantastic, and the coffee and green tea are top-notch. The portions are generous and the food is delicious with a nice... read more The atmosphere is lovely, the service is fantastic, and the coffee and green tea are top-notch. The portions are generous and the food is delicious with a nice variety of textures. My only small issue was that my poached eggs were slightly cool. I will definitely be returning.