Red Door Corner Store - Northcote

With my friend having recently moved to Thornbury and raving about how he's taken family and friends here, I decided it was time I paid him a visit and had

A fantastic little neighborhood cafe - if only it was in my neighborhood! As with most good brunch places it was busy on the beautiful spring day that I

Had lunch there today with large family group. Sat outside in the small garden area. Although very busy, service was good and we didn't have long to wait for our meals. Had quiona salad...$17.50...very healthy and chewy.....others chose from the breakfast menu or the daily special. Breakfast menu available all day. Restaurant is open until 4.00pm each day. Some interesting, unusual dishes/ingredients on the menu.

This place is always BURSTING at the seams with people...eating, drinking coffee, cueing for a table, hanging out...the advantage of opening a cafe in a residential street I suppose (although at times I wonder how the neighbours feel)! This place is really busy so staff are not as attentive as you would find elsewhere and sometimes you have to wait forever for a takeaway coffee! Menu definitely caters for those who enjoy their meals with a twist...won't be for everyone..especially if you are looking for something traditional. Their coffee is okay but not great..it does have a beautiful beer garden in the back that can seat about 20 if you like this sort of food...

Always good coffee, great food and great service in a lovely atmosphere. We're not from around this suburb but will always come here if we're in the area.