Elli & Ivy — Restaurant in Alexandra

Title: A Missed Opportunity for Classic French Fare

Review: I recently visited a cafe, Elli & Ivy, that seemed promising with its quaint ambiance and the promise of a good croque monsieur toastie. Unfortunately, the experience was underwhelming. The sandwich, a staple of French cuisine, was served without mustard, which is akin to serving pasta without sauce. It lacked the tangy kick that mustard provides, leaving the flavors unbalanced and bland. As per societal norms, I didn't bring this up directly and instead waited 'til I was home to go online and compose a review. To add to the disappointment, the restroom facilities were located in a storage cupboard, which was both unconventional and uncomfortable. While the cafe has potential, these missteps in service and setup led to a less than satisfactory visit. Two stars for the effort, but there’s much room for...

What a gem! For a late breakfast takeaway on Sunday, this was the perfect stop for us! It was too busy to find a table, inside or outside, and the food was as fantastic as it was bustling! We all got egg & bacon rolls (minus the rocket and chutney for the kids) and chips (that were also very tasty), and coffees. It was worth the 15 minutes wait time. We went to one of the many picnic tables at the local park to eat before letting the kids and dog run around. We had a lovely breakfast before we...

I usually just grab a coffee on my way to work. It's fast and always good plus a smile to start my day. This morning I treated myself to breakfast and all I can say I was impressed. Perfect service, food was delicious and generous in size, atmosphere on a wet morning, cosy warm and personal even with a full house of dinners. Do yourself a favour stop by and get more than just a coffee, I know I will...