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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 (347)

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5.3/6

347 reviews

5.3/6

347 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
Suzie C.a year 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.a year 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.a year ago · 2 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.a year ago · 1 review

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

"Excellent"
6/6
Jodi D.a year 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.a year 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.a year 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 Dinera year 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.a year ago · 2 reviews

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

"Good"
4/6
John M.a year ago · 1 review

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

"Excellent"
6/6
Alice M.a year ago · 1 review

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

"Excellent"
6/6
Meryl E.a year 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.a year ago · 1 review

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

"Good"
4/6
Helen T.a year ago · 1 review

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

"Very good"
5/6
Simone S.a year ago · 1 review

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

"Good"
4/6
David C.a year ago · 1 review

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

"Excellent"
6/6
Peter J.a year ago · 2 reviews

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

"Good"
4/6
Ron H.a year ago · 4 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.a year ago · 1 review

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

"Excellent"
6/6
Jaquie C.a year 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.a year ago · 2 reviews

The food was wonderful and the helpers pleasant and helpful

"Excellent"
6/6
Vivienne K.a year ago · 1 review

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

"Very good"
5/6
Cathy M.a year ago · 1 review

Food was great and my dirty chai was seriously good

"Very good"
5/6
Marion W.a year ago · 1 review

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

"Very good"
5/6
Piotr J.a year 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.a year ago · 2 reviews

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

"Excellent"
6/6
Sian R.a year 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.a year ago · 2 reviews

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

"Excellent"
6/6
Kaye B.a year ago · 1 review

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

"Excellent"
6/6
George T.a year ago · 1 review

It was lunch hour during my visit n I expected a bit of wait for our lunches...Happy to say that all our plates came almost together with short wait. Value for money... Will be back for sure..

"Average"
3/6
Christine S.a year ago · 4 reviews

We couldn't find a car park and drove round and round looking fir one. Was booked for 12.30but arrived at 12.45. We were told we were late and all he had was a table on Blackburn rd..was very noisy and hot . Food was good but after 2 hrs we went inside for a coffee but the air-conditioning was not working

"Excellent"
6/6
nora t.a year ago · 1 review

we pre ordered for a business lunch and the food came out 5mins after we sat down. Everything was great.

"Good"
4/6
Adrienne W.a year ago · 1 review

Thought the person greeting people at the door could have been dressed a bit more smartly. The cap should go!! Due to bad weather we were allocated a table inside quite quickly. Food is always good at this cafe. Will return.

"Excellent"
6/6
carol f.a year ago · 1 review

Had Brunch yesterday with five people They had travelled from Brighton and thought the atmosphere outside near the trees was lovely which included a couple whose daughter had died the day before. I quietly mentioned this to the waiter and he was extremely sensitive to my friends I then stayed on and met two more people who had lunch. They were as equality delighted. i then sy

"Excellent"
6/6
Kylie L.a year ago · 1 review

Beautiful food, generous portion sizes & lovely service, thank you!

"Very good"
5/6
Amy D.a year ago · 1 review

Great place for a meal. Large serves and interesting choices.

"Very good"
5/6
Kerryn W.a year ago · 1 review

We regularly visit and love the food. It's always fresh and healthy, with the Vietnamese salad a favourite of many! The service is always friendly.

"Very good"
5/6
Joan M.a year ago · 2 reviews

A most enjoyable experience for all members of the family

"Very good"
5/6
Marj W.a year ago · 1 review

All very enjoyable, lovely food, staff very friendly and attentive

"Excellent"
6/6
Lisa G.a year ago · 1 review

Lovely as always! Prosecco delivered with a strawberry touch and the chicken souvlaki special was delicious. Huge serve - could have shared it but so tasty

"Very good"
5/6
Paul J.a year ago · 1 review

The young blonde headed lady with glasses was very pleasant, knew what she was doing and looked after our table of 4 very well. I would have no hesitation recommending the food republic cafe to friends.

"Very good"
5/6
Greg C.a year ago · 1 review

generally good. Would go again. Would prefer a few more main couse options.

"Very good"
5/6
Greg A.a year ago · 30 reviews

It's always a pleasure to dine at Food Republic

"Very good"
5/6
Robyn B.a year ago · 1 review

Great food & service. Diversified menu suiting all tastes. Friendly staff.

"Very good"
5/6
Greg A.a year ago · 30 reviews

delicious menu and great coffee, easy booking and friendly staff

"Very good"
5/6
Greg A.a year ago · 30 reviews

another great meal at food republic Blackburn in the sunshine

"Very good"
5/6
Greg A.a year ago · 30 reviews

enjoyed the winter sun and a lovely meal and coffee

"Very good"
5/6
Greg A.a year ago · 30 reviews

great food, coffee and friendly staff in this handy location

"Very good"
5/6
Greg A.a year ago · 30 reviews

Super friendly staff serving delicious meals in a great location

"Excellent"
6/6
Helen M.a year ago · 1 review

Very nice place and really good food, hope to have more Asian style food

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