I am sick of queuing. Admittedly the best brunch spots are worth it, but who wants to spend their weekend morning in a line outside, getting hungry and cold? Having lunch with my friend’s mum the other day, I was stuck on where to take her. Was there anywhere close but tasty which did not focus on rushing people in and out with backless stools and clip-boards at the front?
From on High had been written up positively by Brunch Addicts and seeing that all their recommendations had been worthy to date, I decided to give it a try.
It was easy parking at the side street around the corner and there was no trouble getting a table instantly. The menu has several interesting options and I was caught between eggs, berry hotcakes and beetroot felafels.
The baked eggs with beans and harissa were quite a treat. The eggs were baked in the sauce and held firm whites but yolks a smidgen under done. It was a hearty dish with flavoursome beans, eggs and a serving of flat bread to mop it all up.
The pumpkin and chickpea soup was apparently delicious and equally appropriate for a cold day.
Coffee was beautifully presented with creamy froth and intensity in the blend.
What was perhaps most lovely is that it was a quiet spot with enough diners to give it atmosphere, but too few to create a hectic rowdiness that has somehow sneaked its way into Melbourne brunch culture.
From on High
412 High Street
Prahran 3181
03 9510 3751
From on High had been written up positively by Brunch Addicts and seeing that all their recommendations had been worthy to date, I decided to give it a try.
It was easy parking at the side street around the corner and there was no trouble getting a table instantly. The menu has several interesting options and I was caught between eggs, berry hotcakes and beetroot felafels.
The baked eggs with beans and harissa were quite a treat. The eggs were baked in the sauce and held firm whites but yolks a smidgen under done. It was a hearty dish with flavoursome beans, eggs and a serving of flat bread to mop it all up.
The pumpkin and chickpea soup was apparently delicious and equally appropriate for a cold day.
Coffee was beautifully presented with creamy froth and intensity in the blend.
What was perhaps most lovely is that it was a quiet spot with enough diners to give it atmosphere, but too few to create a hectic rowdiness that has somehow sneaked its way into Melbourne brunch culture.
From on High
412 High Street
Prahran 3181
03 9510 3751
