Level 1, Star Circus Harbour Town, Docklands
(Park on the 2nd storey carpark, close to the wheel)
9690 4861
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27 August 2013
So we have been coming here since bub was 3 months old, and I keep on forgetting to rate it.
If you like yum cha/dim sum (ie. chinese sharing food), book into this place for some great food.
It's easy to park, it's quick service, you can go shopping before/after and you don't have to battle the CBD crowds.
My little one has grown up eating a variety of foods at this restaurant, there's so much variety he is never bored!
I can recommend for little ones:
- char-siu baoh
- roast duck
- fried won ton
- steamed rice noodles with prawn or bbq pork
- lotus leaf wrapped glutinous rice
- fried rice with chicken
- dumplings - try an assortment eg. chives & pork, prawn, scallops, vegetarian...
- custard baoh
- custard tart
The service is quick and efficient. The staff are friendly.
Baby seats are provided.
There is no change facilities.
Book before you go.
Monday, August 26, 2013
Sunday, April 21, 2013
CBD - Royal Botanicals Observatory Cafe
CBD - Royal Botanicals Observatory Cafe
Observatory cafe
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22nd April 2013.
If you live in Melbourne or are visiting with young kids, you must visit the Children's Gardens in the Royal Botanical Gardens. It has a pond, small but delightful walk with a mini viewing platform, vegetable garden, sand pit, and water fountains that go on when the weather is over 28degrees which is awesome for your littlie to squeal with excitement over.
After which, you can take a little stroll to the Observatory Cafe for some refreshments. It is a good cafe with predictable drinks and food, pricey for what it is but you are in a premier location.
Bring a bike for your little one to run around with while you relax at the cafe.
22nd April 2013.
If you live in Melbourne or are visiting with young kids, you must visit the Children's Gardens in the Royal Botanical Gardens. It has a pond, small but delightful walk with a mini viewing platform, vegetable garden, sand pit, and water fountains that go on when the weather is over 28degrees which is awesome for your littlie to squeal with excitement over.
After which, you can take a little stroll to the Observatory Cafe for some refreshments. It is a good cafe with predictable drinks and food, pricey for what it is but you are in a premier location.
Bring a bike for your little one to run around with while you relax at the cafe.
Coffee
Having been many times here, we have had chai, soy cappuccino, long macchiatos, moccachinos. The barista is consistent, and coffees are decent. The chai is of the powdered variety so I would pass if you are looking for something more home-brewed.
Food
Sweet treats here are really sweet, so if sharing with the littlie, I would suggest the flourless orange cake, banana/apple bread, muffin special as they are less sweet than the other cakes on show.
Lunch options are good - salads, frittatas, fruit salads, a whole array to please everyone. I would describe it as steady decent lunch-time food at a price.
Service
It's a queue up, pay and collect place, so very casual.
Ambience
There are long tresel tables inside, as well as tables for 2/4/6 inside and outside. Sun-umbrellas outside to help provide shade in summer. There is a grassy spot opposite the cafe where you can have a picnic.
There are also dog water bowls for those who have brought their pooch along for the walk. (Note that you cannot bring your dog into the children's garden).
Sweet treats here are really sweet, so if sharing with the littlie, I would suggest the flourless orange cake, banana/apple bread, muffin special as they are less sweet than the other cakes on show.
Lunch options are good - salads, frittatas, fruit salads, a whole array to please everyone. I would describe it as steady decent lunch-time food at a price.
Service
It's a queue up, pay and collect place, so very casual.
Ambience
There are long tresel tables inside, as well as tables for 2/4/6 inside and outside. Sun-umbrellas outside to help provide shade in summer. There is a grassy spot opposite the cafe where you can have a picnic.
There are also dog water bowls for those who have brought their pooch along for the walk. (Note that you cannot bring your dog into the children's garden).
Children Services
There is a small children's menu and change room around the corner. There are no high chairs but there is plenty of space for prams.
Safe open space for playing - both paved or grass makes it a nice relaxing half day outing.
Safe open space for playing - both paved or grass makes it a nice relaxing half day outing.
Sunday, February 3, 2013
South Melbourne - Scuttlebutt
237 Moray St & Bank St corner, South Melbourne
9690 4861
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4 February 2013
A friendly quality local spot to have an uninterrupted coffee or lunch break with bub. There are no child facilities per say but the owners are relaxed and welcoming to little ones. After a morning shop at the south melbourne market, wander down and park the pram under the outside shade to have a bite before hopping on the tram to the city or playing in the nearby playground park. Great iced coffee (frappe style).
9690 4861
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4 February 2013
A friendly quality local spot to have an uninterrupted coffee or lunch break with bub. There are no child facilities per say but the owners are relaxed and welcoming to little ones. After a morning shop at the south melbourne market, wander down and park the pram under the outside shade to have a bite before hopping on the tram to the city or playing in the nearby playground park. Great iced coffee (frappe style).
Sunday, August 5, 2012
Camberwell - Fordham's Milk Bar
Camberwell (Hartwell) - Fordham's Milk Bar
milk bar
9041 0822
Really Like it.
29th July 2012.
Quietly tracking along, opposite the Hartwell train station is this 1 year old gem of a cafe. A gem because it is a delightful find for locals and parents with young children. There is a safely fenced playground opposite the cafe for the young and restless, while the adults can happily peruse the brunch menu that satisfies all tastes.
Coffee
We had chai, soy cappucino, breakfast tea and a moccachino. Little green pots were provided for the tea with milk and honey.
Food
We had 1. Baked Eggs with chorizo, 2. Sweet potato fritters, 3. Scrambled eggs. All were hearty and yummy, particularly liked the baked eggs with chorizo. The fritters were a little too soft but ingredients plentiful and the kidlet liked it, so we were happy.
Service
Relaxed, happy, helpful.
Ambience
The place is an old milk bar converted to a rustic feel. High ceilings with painted press metal lends to an industrial style while wooden crates holding baguettes, delistyle counter, long communal wooden tressel table or two for large families gives it that homely european feel.
Children Services
Toddler/Baby play toys, high chairs, sufficient space for prams, children menus, plastic cups/plates.
Did not check out the change room.
Enclosed playground opposite with a small park to relax in.South Melbourne - Freestyle Espresso Cafe
6 Union Street, South Melbourne
9696 4396
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6 July 2012
On my way to the market on drizzly day I popped by Freestyle cafe for a pep up. Lucky for me it was late in the day and the place only had a few people in.
Ham hock and split lentil soup with a surprise cheesy toastie warmed me up in no time, followed by a decadent chocolate brownie and soy latte.
Lovely little place with relaxed staff.
No facilities for bub, not much room inside but if you go when it's quiet, it's no trouble at all.
9696 4396
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6 July 2012
On my way to the market on drizzly day I popped by Freestyle cafe for a pep up. Lucky for me it was late in the day and the place only had a few people in.
Ham hock and split lentil soup with a surprise cheesy toastie warmed me up in no time, followed by a decadent chocolate brownie and soy latte.
Lovely little place with relaxed staff.
No facilities for bub, not much room inside but if you go when it's quiet, it's no trouble at all.
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
South Yarra - Two Birds, One Stone Cafe
Two Birds, One Stone Cafe
12 Claremont Street, South Yarra
9827 1228
http://www.twobirdsonestonecafe.com.au/
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25 July 2012.
This cafe was 1 week old when we visited. It caught my attention because of its pedigree. It is of the same kilt as Three Bags Full, Liar Liar and Apte. The coffee was excellent, as to be expected. The food was very good. The service was excellent. The ambience was excellent.
A quick phone call and we secured a booth for 5 to celebrate my mom's birthday. 4 adults and one child for an 11am brunch. Whilst there is no highchair, the booth proves to be comfortable for the baby's pram and ample space for the adults. The padded walls in the booth were great for little T to crawl and scramble joyfully about.
The entry into the cafe is smooth and we encounter no challenges wheeling the pram into place from street to seat. There are no bumps or steps, there is a clear path to get to our booth.
Coffee
We had chai, soy cappucino, latte and a moccachino. Everyone was happy.
Food
We had 1. Two birds, 2. One Stone, 3. French Toast with candied orange, and 4. Corn/Zucchini fritters with smoked salmon. The produce was fresh and flavour combinations well planned. The execution was slightly too salty and fritters were more pancake like than fritters. Having sampled from my companion's plates, I have to declare the French toast my favourite dish for the day.
Service
Enthusiastic, discrete, polite.
Ambience
The place is clean lines, bright, white, light and airy but cosy enough to talk in medium loud tones without worrying about disturbing the people at the next table.
Children Services
None to mention, however staff are friendly and the bathroom is large enough for a pram.
Other reviews
http://www.broadsheet.com.au/melbourne/food-and-drink/article/two-birds-one-stone-opens
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