Clever Polly's - Menu

The great reviews led us to Clever Polly's on our way to a show at the Fringe Festival in nearby Errol Street.Whilst the wine we ordered was nice, the serves we... read more The great reviews led us to Clever Polly's on our way to a show at the Fringe Festival in nearby Errol Street.Whilst the wine we ordered was nice, the serves were only 120ml (instead of the usual 150ml) for the same price as other wine bars.Whereas other reviews said that there were many wines to choose from and the very small wine menu said to ask if you could't find a wine you wanted, it was never offered by the staff.Nor were any alternatives to the food when the chicken wings and pumpkin we wanted weren't available.Everyone raves about the food but we weren't offered anything other than the half a dozen less 2 (above) snacks. And the cheese we ordered came as a thin piece of cheese with three thin pieces of lavosh biscuit and half a dozen or so almonds. For $16.I don't doubt they do a great meal with good wines but if you are just passing through and want a wine and a snack, then I couldn't recommend this place for you.

A random choice turned into a gourmet delight. The $40 "omakase" was superb, oysters with chilli and mirin, noodles with kingfish, followed by tofu and eggplant... read more A random choice turned into a gourmet delight. The $40 "omakase" was superb, oysters with chilli and mirin, noodles with kingfish, followed by tofu and eggplant all with delicately balanced accompaniments. Last course was green tea doughnut with chocolate mouse and raspberry sauce. All fresh produce ( they are very near the Queen Victoria Market) the philosophy is no preservatives and that is reflected in the solid array of wines, beers and sakis. Energetic and passionate staff along with the northern aspect, you probably couldn't spend afternoon anywhere