On a quiet street off the Fitzroy buzz, it’s described as relaxed and welcoming with friendly, switched-on staff, so it suits a long catch-up where you can actually talk.

A back-streets Fitzroy pub with an outdoor garden, and reviews note friendly, helpful staff even when it’s packed plus good organisation for a large lunch table, making it a strong group catch-up option.

Reviews describe an intimate, wine-bar-like setting with fantastic service, including being looked after by the owner-chef, which fits a celebratory dinner where you want a warm table vibe.