Noughts and Crosses Cafe, Flemington Vic, Melbourne

I've visited this place endless times, since they first opened in Flemington, and it is one of my fav cafes in the area. It has very chill-out premises and staff, and an always interesting menu. To be fair, they used to have more interesting dishes at the beginning, but everything I've eaten at this cafe has always been satisfying, with dishes well cooked and interesting. The last one I had, the pork shoulder was a great meal with the potatoes cooked to perfection. Patrons are always chill-out people of all ages. Not a hipster place, but a modern fav of mine. Nothing flashy, just consistently good food.  Coffee is good.

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McDonald's (Flemington, Vic)

You know, when you to to Maccas you aren't expecting a gourmet burger or meal, right? Yet, not every Maccas is the same. I decided to review this place because my experience was really good here. The place was very clean, the staff were fast and friendly, and my burger was perfectly assembled, pretty as if for the races, and calling for a photo. The chips, however, were a bit too 'mashy' for my liking. If I had to repeat and go to another Maccas, this is the nicest one I've been in a long time!

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#Somalieats (Flemington, Vic)

Honest authentic Somali food at reasonable prices. The food is cooked from scratch, home-style, something that always excites me. The place is frequented by first and second generation Somalis, so that's a guarantee of authenticity to me.

I had the tasting platter. It has two yummy fritters,  hearty spiced rice with lamb, and a refreshing yogurt-based dessert with mango, grated coconut and walnuts. I loved everything.  The mains are man-size, so you won't leave hungry. The tasting platter is also man-sized, something that always makes my belly happy.  

The staff are really friendly.

Relaxed atmosphere. 

I would happily give them five stars if it wasn't because some dishes were still unavailable, and on the making, after 1pm; on the other hand, is understandable as there are just a couple of ladies attending to the kitchen.

I love genuine  international food eateries, and this is one of those!

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