El Mirage

Best Known For

Brunch Burger: spiced lamb adana, with hummus, shanklish, fried egg and tahini dressed slaw, on a brioche bun with fries.

Those seeking classic café fare and quirky brunch offerings head down Lygon Street in the heart of Brunswick to discover El Mirage. Chill out alfresco under striped market umbrellas next to the vibrant wall mural, or head indoors to find a cosy ambience of polished wood, mosaic tiles, banquette and table settings, ideal for lingering over a delicious brunch. Stop in early for jalapeño and corn fritters, charred corn, halloumi and avocado salsa, poached eggs, lime and coriander labneh and salmon; join a lively buzz of later conversation while devouring a lemon chicken salad with hummus, pomegranate, spinach, cabbage, kale, quinoa, roasted almond flakes and pomegranate molasses. Perhaps a bagel with pastrami, caramelised onion, pickles, lettuce, cheese and Russian dressing hits the mark.