Just Munchin’ and Brunchin’ at These 6 Venues

We are always up for brunch, whether it is catching up with your posse or hanging with your BFF!

The only thing better than brunch is brunch with friends…did you know in 1895, Guy Beringer first coined the phrase in a London publication called Hunter’s Weekly?

In his article ‘Brunch: A Plea’, he claimed that a late social breakfast on Sunday would make life brighter for Saturday night carousers.

Today we never brunch along and it is the best time to dish up all the gossip from the week! Here are 6 venues where you can brunch now and nap later: 

An Italian place with real classic recipes that you would expect to find on your lunch break in Florence or Milan is what awaits at Oltre Alimentari e Cucina on Commercial Road in South Yarra. This charming café blends white subway tiles with hanging bulbs of garlic, recycled timber and potted greenery to set the scene for inspired dining and deli delights to take home for later.

Discover brunch tempters such as bruschetta topped with burrata, avocado, crushed walnuts, grilled cherry tomatoes and balsamic glaze, on sourdough toast; or poached eggs with nduja, pickled fennel, apple, onion jam and lemon ricotta mousse, on toasted ciabatta.

Grab yourself a cup of happiness and share smiles, fun and family times at MK Café New Farm on Brunswick Street. On balmy Brisbane days sit alfresco with a brew of choice and watch the world pass by; or dine indoors where bifold doors bring the outside in and a lively buzz of conversation fills the air as guests chill out in light, bright and breezy surrounds. 

 

From a menu spanning from early until evening, brunch on plates like the Hunter – pulled lamb, sausages, bacon, fried egg, grilled tomato, hash brown and gravy with toast – or an omelette with Parmesan, mushrooms, prawns and truffle oil.

High Country Gardens, Gallery and Maze on Piries Street in Goughs Bay is one of the must-visit attractions in the Victorian High Country. With six acres of award-winning gardens, a large maze and gnome hut, licensed garden café and art gallery, everyone is entertained at this dining destination.

 

Watch acclaimed artist Tony Pridham at work in his gallery, enjoy paddock-to-plate fare in the licensed garden café and hunt gnomes in the maze; then refuel with brunch plates like spinach quiche, pear, rocket and Parmesan salad and housemade poppy seed dressing.

Discerning Perth foodies head to Espressoul on Riverton Drive East for café fare with flair and good vibes. This Riverton diner projects a bright and breezy vibe with white recycled wood outdoor tables for alfresco brunching and lunching, while indoors is warm and welcoming with well-worn brick, deep green walls and potted greenery setting the scene for lingering over a delicious meal with family and friends.

 

Stop in for all-day brunch choices like lo bah png – braised pork belly, rice, braised boiled egg, bok choy, pork floss and pickled cucumber – while sweet tooths choose Cookies ‘n’ Cream waffles with ice cream.

Bustling specialty café, Bolton Street Pantry brings good food, coffee and vibes to Newcastle City. This well-loved local hangout oozes charm with worn brick, exposed bulb lighting, white tiles and potted greenery to set the scene for breakfast and lunch fare with flair.

 

A streetside alfresco area beckons on balmy days as you sip a brew of choice and devour chilli scrambled eggs, with sambal, miso, smoked bacon, crispy shallots and toast; or ricotta hot cakes, with berry compote, crème fraiche, pistachio praline and maple syrup.

Modern Australian fare served in a relaxed, stylish setting with a wine lounge and alfresco tables is what awaits Bunbury diners at Mojo’s Kitchen, Bar & Bottleshop on Victoria Street. With three different dining spaces, there is a spot for everyone from the main dining room with comfortable seating, cosy corners and ambient lighting, to the unique outdoor shipping container with retractable blinds and heating for cooler days.

 

Perhaps Italian-style eggs Benedict hits the brunch mark with mortadella, pan-fried red capsicum, garlic, tomato and Hollandaise on sourdough; or chow down on brunch ricotta gnocchi, with chorizo, poached egg, Parmesan, baby spinach and aioli.