The Old Milk Bar Cafe Thornbury

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The Old Milkbar burger with a beef patty, aioli, house pickles, tomato, cheese and salad, on brioche with fries.

Destination-worthy diner The Old Milk Bar Café on Dundas Street brings a slice of retro vibe to Thornbury. From the rustic sign and wooden doors to the metal hanging lights, it's like stepping back in time to when milk bars were on every corner and the local place to hang out. Sit outside under a canvas awning and watch the world go by, or indoors where exposed brick and plaster walls set the mood for relaxed dining from a menu full of creative classics. Early risers are spoilt for choice with options like baked eggs, chorizo, capsicum, kidney beans and chimichurri, on a toasted pita. Those stopping by later can devour a Reuben sandwich with pastrami, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, pickles and Russian dressing, on toasted rye with fries; or risotto, asparagus, pea, Parmesan and a poached egg.

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