8th May 2017 / Jeremy Desmier: Top cafés in Boroondara/Stonnington: Part 2

As voted by the Fletchers Balwyn North office

You've heard from our head office, but what do our Balwyn North office staff have to say about the cafés in Boroondara, Stonnington and surrounds?

"Balwyn and surrounding areas are established suburbs with tree-lined streets, and are really well serviced by transport and amenities–including cafés!" Said Fletchers Balwyn North Director, Jeremy Desmier.

Keep reading to find out which cafés you must visit, and what you need to order whilst you're there!

Caffe Romeo (319 Doncaster Road, Balwyn North)

3/4 café latte
"Best coffee in town – I buy my beans from here as well!"
– Jeremy Desmier, Director & Auctioneer

Source: Caffe Romeo's Instagram

Via Roma Caffe & Gelateria (87 Doncaster Road, Balwyn North)

Stuffed risotto peppers with salad
"Great healthy dish to keep you going through the day. Via Roma Café is only a few doors up from our office so very convenient."
– Rino Presutto, Property Consultant

Cappuccino
"Great coffee, and George will always look after you!"
– Nick Fletcher, Senior Associate & Licensed Estate Agent

The Counter (96 Auburn Road, Hawthorn)

7 hour slow braised lamb shoulder
"Packed with locals relaxing and eating breakfast, and a great place to grab a takeaway coffee before work."
– Guy Coles, Senior Property Consultant

Source: The Counter's Instagram

Ben Coffee and Kitchen (1058 Burke Road, Balwyn)

Wagyu beef burger with sea salt and rosemary fries
"Also known among my friends as "The Ben Burger". The burger in the brioche bun is always juicy and perfectly cooked. The café has authentic chai, a vast range of coffee and a sunny little courtyard out the back – by far my most craved lunch spot in Balwyn!"
– Erin Loudon, Property Consultant

Mr Hendricks (469 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn)

Prawn roll
"My favourite lunch meal is the prawn roll with celery and apple slaw on a charcoal bun. This café is great! It's deceptively big and can fit lots of people without feeling crowded and has a delicious menu."
– Bei Cheng, Property Consultant

Bobbi Beans (105 Bulleen Road, Balwyn North)

A Nutella doughnut & an affogato
"The coffee is of great quality and the staff offer the best service! A cosy and warm place to go on a cold day. During the warmer months I like to order Nick's specialty – an affogato. They also have the best Nutella doughnuts in the area, and offer cakes and pastries as well!"
– Rita Kara, Property Consultant

Italian doughnuts & coffee
"Their Italian doughnuts are to die for and the coffee is great! The friendly service, great atmosphere and fresh food make the cafe a definite winner."
– Helen Cameron, Personal Assistant to Jeremy Desmier

Source: Bobbi Beans' Instagram

Aura Cafe Restaurant Bar (401/200 High Street, Templestowe Lower)

Coffee
"Part of the Manningham Centre (so not far from Stonnington) and open for breakfast and lunch. The coffees are the BEST! The staff are fantastic; they know your order and get it ready while you're still saying hello. The food is delicious and the desserts are to die for!"
– Mary Maatouk, Property Consultant

Baba Sus (15-17 Bardolph Street, Glen Iris)

Hong Kong egg waffles
"The food never disappoints here!"
– Clare Tan, Personal Assistant to Nick Fletcher

Source: Baba Sus' Instagram

Bar Sur Loup (115 Bulleen Road, Balwyn North)

French crepes
"I especially love the La Bretonne Crepe (melted butter with homemade salted caramel sauce). A touch of France in the suburbs!"
– Tanya Huppatz, Personal Assistant to Daiman Kane

"I love the crepes! La Pomme Et Noix is my favorite with apple slices and walnuts in it. I also love the chocolate waffle, the great coffee, the range of smoothies and the babychino for kids."
– Claire Xie, Property Consultant

The Faculty (302 Barkers Road, Hawthorn)

The potato rosti benedict for a weekend brunch
"Light and airy, this is a great café for coffee, breakfast or lunch. Staff are very friendly and the food is delicious."
– Rose Mulcahy, Sales Secretary

Source: The Faculty's Instagram
Facebook Image Source: The Faculty's Instagram

Have we missed any of your favourite cafés? Comment below so we can try them out!