Monk Bodhi Dharma - St Kilda

I ordered the banana dharma pancakes, which are gluten-free and vegan. Made with buckwheat banana pancakes, bananas, coffee date ice cream, raw vanilla bean whipped cream, maple syrup, and berries, the pancakes were well-balanced with a crispy exterior and moist interior. They reminded me of hotteok and the fresh berries added a refreshing touch. The long black coffee I ordered had a good acidity, making it a perfect complement to the sweet pancakes. The friendly staff and natural factory-like interior were also impressive. I look forward to trying more vegan dishes on my next visit. MONK BODHI DHARMA is open weekdays from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm and weekends from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Visit their website and Instagram for more information. You can find them at Rear, 202 Carlisle St, Balaclava VIC 3183.

I have visited this restaurant several times now. The food is always incredibly delicious and never disappoints. I particularly enjoy the specials board, which offers a variety of new dishes for locals to try. The zucchini hotcakes are outstanding, but honestly, everything on the menu is fantastic. The quality of the food is so high that most people wouldn't even think about where the meat comes from. I also appreciate that they make their own almond milk.

The food is amazing! A must-try spot with fantastic vegetarian and vegan choices. The atmosphere is really cool as well.

If I died and went to heaven, and went through the pearly White gates, greeting Jesus on the way in, and it was this cafe, that was heaven, I wouldn't be surprised. If I was on death rowe I'd like my final meal to be the coffee scroll and the soy chai in that angry man mug. Also staff are extremely attractive, as I iterated earlier. That is all.

Lovely venue in Balaclava. The acai bowl was gorgeous, filling and full of fruit and homemade granola. The coffee was great too. I went there after my exam and it was exactly the nourishment I needed.