I dined here years ago and the food and service was terrible so I was reluctant to return. But I am glad I did. Dining room is still old and tired, new, modern furniture is needed but I stopped caring about the decor when the food arrived. The menu is amazing and the food exceeded my expectations. This is not your usual pub fare - this food could easily be found in one of Melbourne's fine dining establishments. Cannot speak highly enough of our meals.

Approximate cost: $30

I love this place on A Friday night after work for drinks. The atmosphere is electric and the courtyard is stunning, particularly in the warmer months. Drinks and food are great quality.

Great City cafe with amble indoor and outdoor seating and nice coffee. Lots of hot and cold food options. LOVE the pumpkin salad.

Approximate cost: $10

Really happy with the service. Fair price and don't feel I was ripped of like with some other mechanicsf. Highly recommend.

The Piggery is just "WOW"! The setting is gorgeous and it's lovely to wander the grounds (they are dog friendly too which is a massive plus for me!). Food, service and coffee all second to none. The fresh bread and pastries are alone worth the trip.

This is my favourite dumpling place. I have been dining here for years and have never had a bad experience. The staff are attentive, the service flawless and the food is fresh and of the highest quality.

Approximate cost: $25

The burgers here are awesome! Fresh, high quality ingredients, cooked to order and huge! Milkshakes are divine - REAL flavours are used as opposed to flavouring. The only suggestion I have is to ask for your chips with your burger otherwise they come out first on their own.

Approximate cost: $25

Funky new little Cafe hidden away in East Ringwood. Excellent food, great service and very nice coffee. The Nutter Bars are to die for! The Yoga pants brigade that converge on this place are pretentious and will look you up-and-down if you're not one of them, but don't let them intimidate you - the staff here treat any and all customers just as nicely as the next upper-middle bogan stay-at-home Mum.

Approximate cost: $10

Best pizzas in Queensland! I wish they were in Melbourne so I could get them more often than once a year! Service is always friendly and fast and pizzas always fresh.

Approximate cost: $20

This hidden little gem is open once a week on Saturday mornings and it is worth the wait and the visit. Their cakes are works of art, beautiful and visually stunning and so yummy. My favourite is the caramel apple.

Approximate cost: $6