When you’re in Melbourne’s Coburg, this makes an easy coffee stop: reviewers call it relaxed, plain and no-frills, and they warn it does not serve meals now, so go for a drink rather than lunch.

If you’re in Melbourne’s Brunswick East with a mixed-age group, reviewers describe it as suitable for family gatherings, with small playgrounds out front and TVs inside for live games, making it handy for a casual catch-up.

On a Melbourne trip, reviewers describe this Pascoe Vale spot as a cosy local favourite with a strong reputation for the food; one review flags that some chairs need maintenance, so comfort may vary if you linger.