The Copper Mill

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Bowl of Goodness: spice roasted cauliflower and chickpeas, rocket, sauerkraut, Kalamata olives, avocado, white bean, caramelised onion and lemon hummus; add smoked trout, or pastrami.

Take the bite off lingering hunger at The Copper Mill on Mitchell Road in Alexandria. A simple, low key interior of concrete floors, reclaimed timber benchtops and tables teamed with slate grey walls, creates an unpretentious vibe, where guests take their time with an aromatic coffee while checking out a rustic menu of café fare. Start the morning with a Peruvian roll of pork belly, salsa criolla, Spanish onion, sweet potato, eggless aioli and a fried egg; or perhaps a good old-fashioned ham and cheese toastie. Lunchgoers may savour changing specials such as a Reuben sandwich – pastrami, sauerkraut, chipotle aioli, pickles and cheddar – or a salad of herb and lemon roasted potatoes, kale, snow peas, green beans, pickled beetroot, green tahini dressing, fresh mint and toasted pine nuts.