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Melbourne
Blackburn
The Food Republic Cafe
The Food Republic Cafe Reviews

The Food Republic Cafe

Australian, Cake & Coffee

Dishes priced around$30

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Reviews of The Food Republic Cafe (568)

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5.3/6

568 reviews

5.3/6

568 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Great value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Pleasant
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"Very good"
5/6
Wendy W.2 years ago · 1 review

Pleased with visit -salmon dish excellent , barramundi a little disapointing , kids medals good

"Very good"
5/6
Quandoo Diner2 years ago · 1 review

Lovely and enjoyable. Good food, good service ………..thank you …

"Excellent"
6/6
Greg A.2 years ago · 45 reviews

Reuben sandwich was delicious and coffee is always good here.

"Average"
3/6
Gerry S.2 years ago · 1 review

Wouldn't go again as it was too busy and the cakes we had were ordinary

"Excellent"
6/6
Greg A.2 years ago · 45 reviews

large yet cosy venue with a broad menu and great coffee

"Excellent"
6/6
Greg A.2 years ago · 45 reviews

delicious menu and fast, friendly service at this popular Blackburn eatery

"Excellent"
6/6
Greg A.2 years ago · 45 reviews

a great place to enjoy some sunshine and good coffee in the spring

"Excellent"
6/6
Jo D.2 years ago · 3 reviews

This cafe consistently provides exceptional standard of food, coffee and customer service and a great atmosphere as well!

"Very good"
5/6
Fiona P.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Friendly, attentive and efficient staff. Food was also very good

"Excellent"
6/6
Joanna N.2 years ago · 1 review

We had a team lunch today and we managed to book an outdoor table. Food was great and staff were friendly and helpful. Food was served pretty quickly. Everyone was happy with their food. And we were able to pay separately. Perfect for bringing the team here for lunch. Will come back next time.

"Very good"
5/6
Stephen F.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Very pleasant environment, range of age groups meeting socially, prompt and attentive service. Casual, quiet and excellent value for money menu, will go again.

"Very good"
5/6
Bruce C.2 years ago · 5 reviews

Always a happy experience with prompt friendly staff, food perfectly presented & congenial surroundings. The cafe is always near capacity inside & out with a good vibe. Clearly onr of the top cafes in the Eastern suburbs. Bruce C.

"Very good"
5/6
Ian C.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Great service and excellent food. Nice garden location too thanks

"Very good"
5/6
Grant H.2 years ago · 3 reviews

Always has attractive menu items. Service is friendly and efficient.

"Very good"
5/6
Bronwyn G.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Coffees were great, ditto the seafood linguini!!! The place was full and the poor staff were run off their feet. Long delay in getting one drink. We forgive them :)

"Excellent"
6/6
Quandoo Diner2 years ago · 1 review

Great service and good weather to sit outside which is quieter.

"Very good"
5/6
Michael M.2 years ago · 1 review

Very busy but service very good. Staff very attentive and professional

"Very good"
5/6
Emily P.2 years ago · 1 review

Lovely food and service with a smile - very nice brunch

"Very good"
5/6
LI WAI K.2 years ago · 1 review

The food was very tasty and very good! I will go back next time to try other delicacies. We come from City. The only thing I hope is that the food is not too burnt. Of course everyone has different tastes. You can try asking the guest how much they need. Thank you

"Very good"
5/6
Louise N.2 years ago · 2 reviews

The food is always lovely and service great even though it was busy today

"Excellent"
6/6
Marguerite S.2 years ago · 1 review

Everything was excellent. The noise levels are not your fault . People just seem to talk far too loudly, not sure why. I have been many times, and always like the fact that you have an indoor or outdoor choice. And that if you book, there is always a place to be. The staff are always very pleasant indeed .The food is always fresh and lovely and imaginative and well presented . Thank you so much, Marguerite

"Very good"
5/6
Suzie C.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Lovely staff and food will visit again Just one more we wish to have more vegan option

"Very good"
5/6
Mark F.2 years ago · 1 review

Staff were friendly and courteous, meals were delivered in a timely manner and were of generous proportions. Marked down a little for noise levels but only because it seemed a very popular restaurant with patrons.

"Excellent"
6/6
Sandy G.2 years ago · 3 reviews

We were celebrating a birthday today & had a table for 4 booked located EXACTLY where I asked to be seated. The service was excellent, our water bottles were replaced as soon as they emptied, the service efficient, the waitress was lovely… couldn’t do enough for us. I ordered the Japanese omelette with pulled pork & it was next level with regard to serving size and taste. My friends had food envy looking at my dish & commented that they would try it next visit. We took a birthday cake in and weren’t charged ‘cakage’ which I always appreciate. The food is very well priced & the sparkling wine is delightful. I would rate Food Republic as one of my top ‘cafe’s to visit. Well done team & Merry Christmas.

"Excellent"
6/6
Steve L.2 years ago · 1 review

Menu and food warrant many return visits. Service was pleasant. Servings were very generous.

"Excellent"
6/6
Jodi D.2 years ago · 1 review

Food was great. Service was great. Very willing to assist with extra needs of wheelchair. Actually happy to answer, different questions regarding the menu and ordering. On an extremely busy day when staff were under pressure as a customer you still received great service.

"Excellent"
6/6
Sheila D.2 years ago · 1 review

We sat outside on a most beautiful day. The food is delicious and large protions so I will be able to taste it again for dinner tonight. Yum!

"Good"
4/6
Elaine B.2 years ago · 1 review

We were outside, beautiful! Enjoyed the lemon slice best. A man seated very close was very noisy speaking on the phone for ages. Perhaps have a sign…please move away to take phone calls.

"Very good"
5/6
Quandoo Diner2 years ago · 1 review

On such a busy morning the staff were great! Welcoming and professional. Our meal came in good time and was lovely - thank you all. Merry Christmas!

"Excellent"
6/6
cynthia H.2 years ago · 3 reviews

Great food, great service, lovely staff, and a great atmosphere.

"Good"
4/6
John M.2 years ago · 1 review

Table location not good,blinds and floor very dirty. Service good

"Excellent"
6/6
Alice M.2 years ago · 1 review

Great food, great service and atmosphere ! Highly recommend, especially the coffee!

"Excellent"
6/6
Meryl E.2 years ago · 1 review

We enjoyed fabulous food ,the mango chicken salad was fresh and perfection, and the place was pumping but the service was efficient and swift with personality SO professional! So impressive

"Very good"
5/6
Jane L.2 years ago · 1 review

Clean and relaxing environment. Friendly staff. Fresh and yummy food. Happy atmosphere.

"Good"
4/6
Helen T.2 years ago · 1 review

Staff were very attentive and helpful. Coffee was much to my liking

"Very good"
5/6
Simone S.2 years ago · 1 review

Terrific, except no chilli order had chilli. Staff happily fixed.

"Good"
4/6
David C.2 years ago · 1 review

Very pleasant lunch, friendly staff, nice environment not much more I can say

"Excellent"
6/6
Peter J.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Excellent quality food and service. My go-to place for a coffee or a meal.

"Good"
4/6
Ron H.2 years ago · 5 reviews

Table was ready (but not requested table), order promptly taken, serving time not excessive, took while to catch waiter attention for coffee order after, noisy surrounds hence preference for table in quieter 20 - 24 niche

"Very good"
5/6
Jocinda W.2 years ago · 1 review

Great cafe, delicious food, great friendly service. I always enjoy my meals there.

"Excellent"
6/6
Jaquie C.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Friendly and clean. Food was great as usual. Music could have been a little softer but that could just be me getting old! Perfect place for a small group get together. So so good to be able to pay separately too!!

"Very good"
5/6
Judith M.2 years ago · 2 reviews

The food was wonderful and the helpers pleasant and helpful

"Excellent"
6/6
Vivienne K.2 years ago · 1 review

All really, really good! Food, service, atmosphere - all were terrific.

"Very good"
5/6
Cathy M.2 years ago · 1 review

Food was great and my dirty chai was seriously good

"Very good"
5/6
Marion W.2 years ago · 1 review

Very friendly staff, quick service and delicious food. Enjoyable experience

"Very good"
5/6
Piotr J.2 years ago · 1 review

Lovely local Cafe serving good and well presented food. Staff are friendly and happy to assist.

"Very good"
5/6
Mikela D.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Excellent service and fun atmosphere. Food portions were excellent and the coffee was great too.

"Excellent"
6/6
Sian R.2 years ago · 1 review

This is our absolute favourite place - we walk there and go so often, my husband in particular. They owners are terrific and all the staff are really lovely. AND the food is excellent!!

"Very good"
5/6
Stanley L.2 years ago · 3 reviews

Nice cafe good food and coffee! Will definitely go again. Highly recommended!

"Excellent"
6/6
Kaye B.2 years ago · 1 review

Delicious and wide variety of food . Excellent service and happy vibe

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