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How we read reviews →A heritage 1940s dispensary-turned-cafe in St Kilda, loved by daily regulars for standout coffee and hearty brunches.
Quirky heritage cafe fitted out with genuine medical and pharmacy antiques from its original 1940s dispensary and clinic days; communal tables give it a warm, sit-and-linger, neighbourhood feel rather than a rushed grab-and-go vibe.
Original medical/pharmacy memorabilia on display throughout, Allpress beans on a La Marzocco machine, communal seating, nut-free options for baked goods, and a small-batch feel despite the crowds.
Genuine heritage site: reviewers note it occupies the first combined dispensary and clinic in the British Empire (established 1940), retaining much of the original medical paraphernalia.
Reviewers generally see pricing as fair for the area and quality, though a handful flag surcharges (notably a Sunday surcharge) and coffee prices as steep compared with nearby cafes.
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