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How we read reviews →Macleod's warmest café. Portuguese tarts and coffee that draw people from across Melbourne
Bright, cheerful neighbourhood café with a genuinely welcoming community feel. Dog-friendly with outdoor seating (bring a hat in summer), local art on the walls, open kitchen, and the kind of place where you linger longer than planned.
In-house baked goods including renowned Portuguese tarts and basque cheesecake; all bakery items made on premises except bread; local artist works displayed and available for sale; dog-friendly with water bowl outside; iced water and sunscreen provided outdoors on hot days.
Not applicable. modern Australian café with a strong Portuguese pastry speciality baked in-house.
Excellent value for the quality. multiple reviewers describe prices as comparable to years past, and generous servings noted. The occasional complaint about toastie pricing ($15) sits against an overwhelmingly positive value sentiment.
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