Vegan-friendly
Lacto
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Pizza
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Western
Juice bar
Asian
Fusion
Honey
Vegetarian eatery with smoothie and juice bar. Find choices like acai and granola bowls, rice bowls, burgers, coffee, dessert bars and tarts. Has vegan feta. Open Wed-Sun 8:00am-3:00pm.
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46 Reviews
First Review by PotatoesTho
FPB
Points +430
A lot of hype - not much substance - Edit
We went for breakfast, excited, after seeing the photos & reading the description of their food, online.
Read moreReally disappointed, as looks & hype didn’t match the taste, the food had no fusion and lacked soul.
I had the smiling avocado with a side of vegetable rosti, the avocado was SO cold, with an overbearing flavour of pea through it, the vegetable rosti was inedible , really nasty sawdust & too much tumeric taste.
My partner had the positive pancakes, that looked nice … but were thick & doughy, there was too much pancake to toppings … flavour fatigue half way through, plus icecream had large ice crystals through it.
Both of us couldn’t finish our meals.
My partner was pretty horrified to find 2 big plastic bags, 1 x peeled sweet potato pieces, the other cut pumpkin just to the left of the toilet door.
Updated from previous review on 2024-06-15
Pros: Fresh orange juice, Chai latte with smiling face on top, Sunflower artwork on the wall
Cons: The booking process is OTT, Found the whole vibe fake, Food was way too expensive - $80.30
Guest
crediblewitness
Points +1585
Hidden gem in Burnley - Edit
Healthy delicious vegan options and fun atmosphere
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-06-01
crediblewitness
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Addie_avocado
Points +90
What has happened to this place? - Edit
How disappointing it was to find out your fav restaurant has changed ownership. What a disgrace this place has gone down hill so quickly.
Read moreNo line out the door was a dead give away.
We only went in for coffee and dessert.
We had 3 waiters serve us, took our order 9 times. NINE TIMES and they still got it wrong. The waiters didn't understand English well and one had the worst dandruff.
How sad, this place was such a hit for so many years.
Will not be going back.
I didn't even want to give 1 star. I rate it no stars.
Guest
LauraJean
Points +195
Yummy - Edit
I had the pizza and ginger bread latte, both were delicious. I ordered a side and the person I dined with ordered a side, they came out on one plate together which was a bit odd. Nice food but as it's a bit pricey I wouldn't go often.
Read morePros: Delicious
Cons: Bit pricey
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TaraL
Points +42
Delicious healthy food - Edit
The food is delicious and presented beautifully. Everything is homemade and nutritious.
Read moreThe cafe has a cosy atmosphere with swings to sit on, and cushioned areas.
Pros: Delicious food, Friendly staff, Great atmosphere
Guest
Selim
Points +96
Great food - Edit
Super friendly staff and the food is so delicious.
Read morePros: Good serving , Tasty , They don’t serve meat
Guest
laneluc
Points +75
a cute brunch spot - Edit
the cafe is cute and i loved the açai bowl
Read morePros: Student discount (50 percent off), Healthy food, Super friendly staff
Cons: The iced matcha was very watery and gross , Weekend surcharge , Can be expensive
Guest
Limmey
Points +144
Horrible experience - Edit
Horrible experience.
Read moreWe arrived at 10:45am
- We were asked if we had a booking, then when we said yes, asked when we made it like we couldn’t have the table
- Both misgendered immediately “girls“ to then sit down and read menu that states we will be paying 12.5% extra today for “#equality”
- Seated at 11am
- Sat down to dirty water glasses, no water
- Wonky table with old tissues already stuffed underneath to try fix it
- Ordered at 11:06am
- Friends Nachos arrived at 11:21am
- Pancakes arrived at 11:36am, 15 minutes later
- Had ordered a coffee, after 35 minutes they told me there was still a wait. I cancelled my coffee muffin deal order and asked for a refund
- Ask to get a take away container and then had to scoop my own meal into a container at the counter cause they said they couldn’t touch it
- Asked for a refund for the muffin coffee deal, only refunded $10 even though I paid $12 and was still charged the surcharge for it on the total bill
- Left at 11:50am
I ended up paying $32.51 for this experience, to be misgendered, given dirty serve wear, sat at a wobbly table, sit for 15 minutes while my friends food went cold, cancelled my coffee cause it didn’t arrive before we were done, was then charged the surcharge for it and the pancakes were incredibly underwhelming.
If I could give less than 1 stars for this experience I would.
Note: the pancakes were $26, I was charged and additional $6.51.
Pros: Nothing, Nada, No how
Cons: Misgendering , Dirty serve wear, Not so tasty
WayneKerr
Sounds like you had your nose out of joint from the moment you were "misgendered".
Read moreConsidering that Melbourne has lost about half of its plant-based cafes in the past year, it's disappointing to see fellow vegans attacking the surviving businesses over petty details like this.
WayneKerr
No. Just one trans person, you.
Read moreLimmey
Vegans with a lack of intersectionality is why people don’t like vegans. It’s a Shame you have decided to represent veganism and this business with transphobia.
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mamm
Points +318
Always a winner - Edit
Fresh and healthy food, great drinks menu too. My go to when in Melbourne
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NDVegan
Points +6579
Yum - Edit
Love this place. Super tasty food and wonderful kids menu. My son was so wrapped with his pancakes!!! Wish I lived closer. I'd go weekly.
Read morePros: The kids menu is perfect!
Guest
ilikevegg
Points +350
Pretty good brunch - Edit
It was pretty good, I’d happily return for the health focused brunch in a nice interior
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for
Points +202
Rate - Edit
Lots of options, chill atmosphere.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-12-09
Guest
jessicalovescows
Points +455
Good but SO expensive! - Edit
I had to change my review for this place. The food is great, however, it’s not worth the price tag. $100 for brunch for two people! Insane. They add a payment surcharge and a weekend surcharge lol what a joke.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-08-28
BereniceV
Giving that they use organic and local ingredients I personally don’t think they are expensive, it is 2022, they more likely adapt their pricing to inflations like everyone else except in their case they are still using high quality ingredients instead of cheating on customers and selling them bad ingredients for gold price…I don’t think it is fair to review business in 2022 solely on price especially if you had a good experience there. Also I mean price are on the menu isn’t? So you had a choice to make, you stayed, so you agreed, backlashing them after is strange. Also I a regular there, as a student, I get half price mains all weekdays, I am sure they are not making money there and do that to allow smaller budget people like myself to enjoy their great food… When it comes to the surcharge where are you going out on week end in Melbourne where they don’t apply a surcharge?!? That just means they pay their staff a living wages and following fair work rates that are above $35/hour on week end, a weird things to get upset about? What that saying about you? That waiter shouldn’t be paid fairly?! Anyway, personal opinion, same way that you are untitled to yours of course; but I did find this review pretty unfair and wanted to respectfully voice my opinion on it. Thanks
Read morePs seriously curious about cafe that doesn’t apply surcharge on weekend in Melbourne?
jessicalovescows
Appreciate your comment, but I do think $100 is steep for brunch for two people. As a Melbournian born and bred, I have been brunching for a long time 😂 that’s the most expensive one I’ve had at a cafe. Maybe if you’re going for a bottomless brunch somewhere fancy then yeah, but just a regular avo toast, I can’t justify it.
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madelinek
Points +2629
sweet - Edit
everyone here is so lovely! i had the nutrition bomb bowl (no avocado, add falafel) and it was so good&hearty. was there a little late so they gave us the last muffin of the day🥰 it was an absolutely delicious lemon poppy seed muffin💓 definitely a nice spot to catch up with friends and have a filling meal. they also do 50% for students 8am-11am wednesday-friday!!!! (but would check their instagram for updates on that before u go x)
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EmilyHazell
Points +40
Melbourne’s best - Edit
A must when you’re in Melbourne. Whole food, drinks & dessert menu can come vegan! Positive pancakes are the signature
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2016-05-03
Pros: Pets welcome in cute courtyard , Amazing smoothies & kids menu , Must try sweet potato peanut butter brownie
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johannamoller
Points +813
Food that makes you happy! - Edit
Deeply wish this place was located in my hometown because the concept is simply glorious. The focus on happiness makes you so - well, happy! Had a great salad while my friend had the galaxy smoothie bowl and both were great. Wish I'd had time to try the whole menu (love that it's seasonal!). Have been there for lattes too and they are super yum. Also love that you can choose between different seatings. Only thing is that I wish it was more whole-foods, but it's still better than most. Do go!
Read morePros: Organic, All vegan, Gluten free
Cons: Wish it was all whole foods
Guest
Milly_Moo
Points +51
Great Vegan Friendly Cafe - Edit
It was so nice to come across this cafe while out walking. The menu is all plant based and everything on the menu looked lovely. We had the best home made, large carrot cake muffins and great coffee. The staff were very friendly. Will definitely be returning.
Read morePros: Plant based menu, Friendly staff
Guest
travellingbutterfly
Points +1356
Popular place...I know why! - Edit
Busy, popular place and I know why. Great concept, atmosphere and menu. I enjoyed my meal and would easily come again. Obviously, would be great if it was all vegan but do appreciate the wide range of vegan options covered.
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bellathomason
Points +16
Best cafe ever - Edit
I got the acai bowl and it was literally the best thing that has ever been in my mouth. The gingerbread latte was delicious and the waitress (i think her name is Timmy) is the nicest person I’ve ever met! Thanks serotonin😄
Read morePros: Coffee, Acai bowl , Staff
Guest
PlantParadigmPodcast
Points +540
Really tragic change - Edit
I’ve been to Serotonin multiple times over the years and absolutely loved it. Today was the first time I went in since Covid and I didn’t have a great experience. I got the Nutrition Bowl and that was nice and a nice big portion size. My partner got the Smiley Avo and didn’t like it too much, the portion size was okayyy, the “toasted bread” wasn’t toasted and the mushy peas was just mint. I got the Chai Latte which was okay at best. My partner got an undrinkable Hot Choc because of the cinnamon in it. The customer service was also quite average.
Read moreI really just hope they were having an off day because I’ve had many good meals here.
I’ve also never noticed this but they charge extra for plant milks in drinks - more so than Cow milk. But I do like the fact that they say “Cows Milk”
Pros: Nutrition Bowl, Looks nice
Cons: Cinnamon Everything, Plant Milk costs extra
EmilyHazell
One bad experience, in a global pandemic probably isn’t worth a negative review now is it 🤣🤣 Head on back in now x
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GabiCameron
Points +34
Happy vibes - Edit
It was the second time I've been to Serotonin, and I'm planning to go again soon! If you are planning on going here, this is what you should expect:
Read more-A super cosy space, with unique seating (couches and swings and window seats!) and 'planty' of greenery
-The staff are VERY passionate about the food. Always smiling and excited to run through the menu options with you
- You'll pay a couple dollars more for everything than your typical cafe. I personally don't mind this, because I'm supporting a business that has positive values and obviously puts so much love into its services/products
Pros: Vegan and gf options galore, Very cosy & positive atmosphere, Child/dog friendly & free parking
Cons: Pricey, Only one location :(
Guest
VeganLaurenS
Points +81
INCREDIBLE - Edit
We shared the savoury hemp waffle with added tempeh facon and the positive pancakes. I also got a gingerbread latte and my sister got the peanut butter latte. Beautiful presentation, such lovely staff and the food was absolutely delicious, I couldn’t pick a favourite between the two dishes. The cafe is also really beautifully designed and decorated!
Read morePros: Delicious food, Health conscious menu , Lovely staff
Guest
mda
Points +54
Sensational, we’ve been following Serotonin on Insta and it lived up to it!! - Edit
Superb menu, service and food experience.
Read morePros: Menu, Service, Food
Guest
lifelove&icecream
Points +60
The name says it all - you walk away happy (with some vegan desserts for later!) - Edit
My friends and I enjoyed lovely brunch. They had a great menu with lots of variety and options regardless if you are looking at food or drinks. It also had a great atmosphere and super friendly staff. I also couldn't help but take home to vegan desserts as I walked out the door (sadly had to share them with the hubby). I will be going back again for sure.
Read morePros: Great Food, Friendly Staff, Great atmosphere
Cons: Wait time for a table, Waiting outside for a table, Dealing with friends before their coffee
Guest
Kittybiscuit
Points +9017
Pricey but Delicious - Edit
We came here for lunch for the first time. I had a coffee and the “breakfast of champignons.” It was a savoury French toast with mushrooms and tomatoes and kale. I really liked the flavours and the serving size was good. My partner had the positive pancakes which he thought were very nice but thought the extra toppings were a bit expensive. The service was friendly and helpful. I definitely want to try other things there.
Read moreI also got a wagon wheel take away to eat on the way home and it was incredible.
Pros: No extra charge for bonsoy
Cons: Expensive, Noisy
Guest
William-Loves-Plants
Points +40
Wow their vegan Pizza! - Edit
Incredible menu, great service, a must visit for feel good healthy veggie/vegan food in Melbourne.
Read morePros: So many options, You feel great after because it’s all healthy , Perfect for plant curious people
Cons: A tad pricey, but worth it for high quality , It’s not next to my house
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NickDove
Points +40
Amazing - Edit
Well thought out cafe, lots of healthy food and coffee options, nice helpful staff, and homemade vegan cheese 👍
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