Quality produce drives co-owner and chef Amanda Nowland’s cooking at this busy little spot near South Melbourne market, right from Lescure butter on sourdough toast to the Istra pork sausages in the Big Brekky and the Yarra Valley feta served with avocado mash on toasted sourdough for lunch. Barry ODonnell, who started the cafe 9 years ago, is one of the only 2 people trusted to make the coffee. His latte is sweet and slightly nutty;served with a smile, it hits the spot.

Coffee: Genovese and various single origins; Wega machine
Try French toast fingers with organic mango and Timboon yoghurt
Go for produce driven food right near the produce market

Rating: 1 cup