Cafe Carpenter - Food VIC

Abigail Strauss The food was some of the best food I’ve had in my life. The waiters were so friendly, and everything is so charming. I would give it 10 stars if I could.

Parvathy Sujeev I visited for brunch on Sunday, and it was an exceptional experience. The ambiance was fantastic, with both indoor and outdoor seating options, making it perfect for any weather. The staff were incredibly friendly and quick to serve us, which made our visit even more enjoyable. The menu was impressive. There was something for everyone, including options for kids and even your fur babies. I tried the French toast with mango sorbet and the Sambal prawns folded eggs, along with coffee and a smoothie. The taste was outstanding. The French toast was a treat for the eyes with the vibrant colors of the fruits. The mango sorbet provided the perfect blend with everything on the plate. The Sambal prawns had a mild tangy, sweet, chili flavor, which brought back memories of Southeast Asia. The portion sizes were absolutely worth the money. Great quality food at affordable prices. Truly a rare find! Parking was easy during my visit, though I can imagine it might get a little tricky during peak hours. Overall, this café is a must-visit spot in Malvern for a relaxed and delicious getaway. Highly recommended.

Stephanie Bryan A favourite local cafe who are always creating new delicious meals along with old favourites. Love the new ‘power bowl’ with fried tofu. Sylvie is ready with a smile and the staff work hard to get the food out fast.

Support Mag I had dinner yesterday and couldn’t resist writing a review. I had the chicken and salad. The chicken was absolutely delicious, with the perfect balance of salt—just the right amount. It was tender, flavorful, and infused with rich herbal notes. The staff were friendly and attentive, serving with care and a smile. I truly enjoyed the meal and will definitely be back again!

U Amazing food, astonishing ambiance! Ordered a ‘Medium’ HSP and Rice pack and was stunned from the quantity received. The quality was no compromise either. Would definitely recommend to friends and family.

Jacob McCahon Very pleased with my experience at the Nepal Dining Room. The food is a tasty blend between south-eastern and southern Asian. There are lots of great veggie options. We ordered the eggplant and pumpkin curry and the sweet potato curry. Also the tandoori chicken, daal soup, and Nepalese rice. Each dish was more flavourful and delicious than the next. Ideal for groups; great service and reasonable prices. Will be back soon.

Denver Hobson Ive got so much to say about this place. Firstly if youre into hotpot you are guaranteed to enjoy this place. They might not have a wide range of options like dragon hotpot would but it is more than enough, I got a decent size for myself and a bowl of rice and it cost me $25 that is seriously amazing. If I went DHP wouldve been like $40 so certainly great value. I got their dry pot option and MY GOD it was so good taste was so good. Second to this staff were so friendly and welcoming to their restaurant even shouted me some watermelon. Im definitely gonna be back and try a good bit of the menu with friends. Thanks guys for the hospitality last night and Ill be sure to be back soon!!

MTWTFSS Our favorite Korean restaurant in Melbourne. Unpretentious, delicious, weve tried almost every dish, all are delish and authentic! Portion size is very good too. Best KFC (Korean Fried Chicken) and stews/soup!

Joel Davison Haiku is hands-down our favourite local Japanese café. The food is beautifully authentic, fresh, flavourful, and consistently amazing, but what really makes this place special is the people. The entire team is incredibly friendly and welcoming, and they go above and beyond every single visit. They always remember us when we walk in, which makes every visit feel personal and genuinely special. Snow is absolutely wonderful: warm, attentive, and genuinely caring. He always makes us feel welcome and looked after, and he made my wife feel especially celebrated on her birthday, something we’ll always be grateful for. Zoe is fantastic too, friendly, thoughtful, and part of what makes the whole atmosphere feel so inviting. Haiku isn’t just a café to us anymore; it feels like a little home away from home. We’re so thankful for this gem and the incredible team behind it. Thank you. Joel & Bre.

Anneliese This cafe provides a great spread of brunch dishes and has many sandwiches and baked goods in the window. I had the smashed avocado which was fresh and loved the feta on top. Both the caesar and calamari salad was very flavourful and filling. I also enjoyed a sweet treat of a peanut butter brownie that was fudgy and soft. Coffee was very smooth and tasty. Staff are very friendly and dish portions are generous.