Good pick if you’re in the CBD for a show: reviewers call it a hidden Oliver Lane cafe with an American diner feel, genuinely impressive staff, plus both an outdoor terrace and a sub-ground area to spread out.

On Sydney Road when you’re doing errands or wandering Brunswick, it’s often buzzing and reviewers note there’s more seating once you get past the front, so it works for a quick pause and regroup.

For an unpretentious switch-off, reviews describe a relaxed room with dim lighting and timber throughout, creating a warm, calming atmosphere that’s easy to settle into for a catch-up.