You won't find many Carribean restaurants in Melbourne, making Queen Vee's a breath of fresh air. Nothing says Carribean quite like rum, and Queen Vee's boasts a large range of 20+. There are also other options if you're not into rum; the Baked Coconut Espresso Martini with vodka, roasted coconut and coffee is very smooth and easy to drink....
It may have a Japanese name, but the menu at Tora Eatery encompasses more than just a singular cuisine. You'll notice other influences including Vietnamese and Thai, and the cocktail list has an Asian twist too. Their Bangkok Martini will awaken the senses with its strong hit of coffee, and it's a much richer alternative to the refreshing Rind On Rind Off....
RAMBLR only opened in late 2016, but it's already undergone a renovation and a slight change in direction. The interior is now dark and mysterious (including its entrance, which we walked past a few times), and the concept is casual fine dining....
Chef Paul Turner (Two Wrongs, Donovans, Church Street Enoteca, Cutler & Co, Steer) has found a new home at Windsor's latest late night kitchen and bar, Lover. It's quite a drastic change for the building, which previously housed the light and bright Uncommon cafe. Will Turner, one of the cafe's co-owners, has completely transformed it into a place that's dark, cosy and full of character to service the other end of the day....
Christy Tania opened Glace in August, and being popular for morning coffee runs, it's now open for breakfast too. Using her traditional French techniques, she's created a French-leaning breakfast menu that's mainly on the sweet side....