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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 (488)

Read what people think about The Food Republic Cafe. All restaurant reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners. Learn more about The Food Republic Cafe before you go by getting tips and ratings from other restaurant-goers. With real-life reviews, you can see what other diners loved about The Food Republic Cafe and book a table with confidence!

5.3/6

488 reviews

5.3/6

488 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Great value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Pleasant
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New"Very good"
5/6
Garry T.a day ago · 1 review

Very generous servings from a big variety menu. Excellent attention from the table staff. Always a pleasure to meet friends for a chat over lunch.

New"Very good"
5/6
Patricia H.3 days ago · 1 review

I go to Food Republic once or twice per month. Always enjoy the friendly atmosphere and delicious food. No complaints so far and have visited for several years .

New"Very good"
5/6
Kon W.6 days ago · 1 review

Good, easy to book 📖 online and easy to get to for us

New"Excellent"
6/6
Rangana H.8 days ago · 1 review

Thanks for the outstanding service. Your responsiveness and attention to our needs have been invaluable.

New"Excellent"
6/6
Gillian S.10 days ago · 2 reviews

My favorite place for brunch. Lovely food, coffee and friendly staff.

New"Very good"
5/6
Theo P.12 days ago · 1 review

It was the first time I've been there, and will definitely be returning.

"Excellent"
6/6
Sam A.15 days ago · 1 review

Excellent food with good options and great service with a smile always

"Excellent"
6/6
Greg A.15 days ago · 45 reviews

Easily our favourite cafe for brunches with great coffee too

"Excellent"
6/6
Greg A.15 days ago · 45 reviews

Food Republic always delights with delicious food and great coffee

"Excellent"
6/6
Greg A.15 days ago · 45 reviews

Pleasant surroundings and friendly staff with a broad menu selection

"Very good"
5/6
Janice M.17 days ago · 1 review

Delicious food! Attentive service! My husband and I enjoyed lunch!

"Very good"
5/6
Kerryn W.18 days ago · 2 reviews

Good variety of fresh, healthy food and perfect coffee (made to order). They also allow us to split the bill which is very accommodating! We'll be back soon 😍

"Very good"
5/6
brian B.24 days ago · 1 review

All good, great service and lovely food. Staff very friendly and efficient

"Very good"
5/6
Ian C.24 days ago · 2 reviews

Seemed a little understaffed - took around 15 minutes before water and the offer of drinks was made. Not the staff fault as only one person on for the entire outdoor area and he did a great job, when time allowed.

"Excellent"
6/6
Catherine P.a month ago · 1 review

Excellent 1st visit. Will defiantly come back.. Thank You for the great hospitality.

"Excellent"
6/6
Manjula B.a month ago · 2 reviews

They don't dissapoint, every time. Great food. Great service. Perfect brunch!

"Very good"
5/6
Bonnie D.a month ago · 5 reviews

Staff very attentive and friendly and food and coffee great

"Excellent"
6/6
Louise N.a month ago · 2 reviews

Friendly service and delicious food. I love visiting this cafe and always quality food

"Excellent"
6/6
Rose R.a month ago · 4 reviews

Great all round! The Vietnamese Salad is always excellent and generous!

"Good"
4/6
LYN R.a month ago · 1 review

Food was very good and the staff were very attentive

"Excellent"
6/6
Jill and Ron S.a month ago · 1 review

Frequent client. Very Busy today. Great Food Thank You Again

"Excellent"
6/6
cynthia H.a month ago · 3 reviews

I love this Restaurant. The staff are terrific, the coffee is the best in Melbourne, and the food is always tasty, interesting and quickly served. 10/10.

"Excellent"
6/6
Avril M.a month ago · 1 review

Great courtyard, amazing service, delicious food. Such a lovely spot to relax and eat lunch.

"Very good"
5/6
Marian J.a month ago · 1 review

Lovely food, great service, good ambience. Thank you very much.

"Good"
4/6
Maria C.2 months ago · 1 review

Great venue that I enjoy to attend and meet friends. Terrific coffee and food servings are very generous. Today though we were repeatedly asked to place a food order every few minutes by more than 1 attendant even though we were told to take our time. It was a quiet day today so I guess they were being super attentive.

"Excellent"
6/6
Fiona P.2 months ago · 2 reviews

Service was friendly and prompt. Food was excellent; very tasty with a difference

"Excellent"
6/6
Connie E.2 months ago · 2 reviews

Always great food and wonderful atmosphere. The service is always excellent and the coffee is good.

"Excellent"
6/6
Lisa B.2 months ago · 1 review

Always love the food, the atmosphere and the excellent service. Never had a bad experience, ever!

"Very good"
5/6
Paul T.2 months ago · 2 reviews

Very polite friendly and attentive staff. Meals were enjoyable. Tone and vibe of the restaurant was excellent

"Excellent"
6/6
Cheryl P.2 months ago · 1 review

I had booked online and asked for a particular table. This spot was honoured. Thank you. The staff were prompt, polite and most accomodating. The food was scrumptious. Highly recommend the Food Republic. Been supporting this local business for years and it never disappoints. Thank you. Keep up the great work.

"Very good"
5/6
John N.2 months ago · 1 review

Have been impressed each time we visit. The staff are great.

"Very good"
5/6
Alena P.2 months ago · 1 review

Lovely brunch served by a lovely waitress in a lovely environment

"Very good"
5/6
Jenny L.2 months ago · 2 reviews

My sister and I meet there often and it’s always a positive experience

"Very good"
5/6
doris c.2 months ago · 1 review

people on large table overly loud but otherwise good expe

"Very good"
5/6
Craig W.2 months ago · 1 review

Excellent local cafe. Can be slightly challenging to get wait staff attention at busy times but food and drinks generally delivered extremely quickly.

"Very good"
5/6
Sally C.2 months ago · 1 review

Always enjoy dining at The Food Republic. Good atmosphere, comfortable and great food.

"Excellent"
6/6
Lorraine H.2 months ago · 1 review

Staff were excellent - very efficient and friendly. Didn’t rush us out after eating

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

Good Service, and great food, outside table under umbrella pleasant. Very busy, happy that we booked.

"Excellent"
6/6
Rose R.2 months ago · 4 reviews

Excellent, food was delicious, service was quick, we will always come back to this cafe!

"Excellent"
6/6
Sally Z.2 months ago · 6 reviews

Lovely environment, beautiful and tasty food, love it. High recommended

"Very good"
5/6
Hilary M.2 months ago · 1 review

We sat outside. A very busy café, good food, good service.

"Very good"
5/6
Michael C.2 months ago · 1 review

Upto the usual high standard will return in the future

"Very good"
5/6
DARREN S.2 months ago · 1 review

Very attentive service. Pleasure to visit and we would return

"Very good"
5/6
Mohit S.2 months ago · 4 reviews

It was a great place and the food was delicious & the staff with great smiles.

"Excellent"
6/6
ruby c.2 months ago · 1 review

Service is always so lovely and such a nice environment and atmosphere :)))))

"Average"
3/6
Donna Y.2 months ago · 1 review

So extremely loud that it made conversation across the table nearly impossible.

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

Good range in the menu plus daily specials. Service with a smile and very efficient. My meal very tasty (Buddha bowl). My partner enjoyed the pulled pork burger with great chips. Terrific coffee. Definitely recommend.

"Very good"
5/6
Lauren C.3 months ago · 7 reviews

Food, service and atmosphere always very consistent here. It is lovely sitting outside on a Summer's day.

"Very good"
5/6
Sue G.3 months ago · 2 reviews

Fab coffee and food and very dog friendly, it is also so useful to be able to book a table outside to avoid disappointment!!

"Very good"
5/6
Jess G.3 months ago · 4 reviews

Overall nice place for lunch. Some meals seemed a little small for the price point. Suggestion: Bathrooms need a bit of a revamp with layout. There is an accessible toilet available, but is not practical for those who require access with some space (or wheelchair friendly).

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