One of the many secrets scattered in Melbourne's laneways, Cafe 53 is a tiny hole-in-the-wall eatery with a big reputation for quality international cafe fare which rarely exceeds the $10 mark. Don't be deceived by the modest frontage, an upstairs loft-style dining space decorated with bright modern artwork and bistro-style windows provides a getaway from the CBD lunchtime bustle and a view out on to Flinders Lane where galleries, boutiques and corporate HQs abound.
There are roughly ten set dishes with the grilled sandwich items such as the Romano (roast chicken, bacon, pesto and toasted tasty cheese) and the LA Veg baguette (grilled eggplant, olive spread, pesto, mushrooms, capsicum, tomatoes and baby spinach) earning top votes. The menu is completed by daily specials such as Roti wraps, organic gourmet pizzas and salads, organic soups and a big breakfast selection featuring free-range eggs, homemade toasted muesli with yoghurt, apricot and date toast and fresh pastries and cakes. Try a passionfruit topped crumbly vanilla slice with your morning coffee or steamy chai latte for a sweet start to your day in a cosy, classy cafe.
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