Penta- Elsternwick

If you haven’t heard of Penta then you must be living under a rock! It is one of the most hyped about cafes in all of Melbourne and you’re about to find out why. As soon as you see the sign outside the cafe, you already know you’re going to have an incredible experience. The decor is sleek, classic and very welcoming. The staff are extremely friendly and are very attentive. The coffee is perfect, which is very rare to find. The menu is quite different to any typical cafe menu. They have a variety of unique dishes that are iconic to Penta.

Chilli Scrambled Eggs

> Chili scrambled eggs with coriander, bacon, cherry tomatoes, Vietnamese mint, fried shallots + Parmesan on sourdough <

We decided to get the chili scrambled eggs because who doesn’t like a good classic breakfast. For someone who isn’t a fan of chili, I was really surprised with how much I enjoyed this meal. The eggs were cooked really well and were not too runny nor thick. The chili was not overpowering at all, it rather gives the dish a nice kick. The elements on top were really nice to add texture to the meal. The presentation was beautiful and appetizing, and the portion size was on the larger side. Overall, I really did enjoy this dish and would get it again to satisfy my egg breakfast cravings.

Okonomiyaki

> Okonomiyaki with cabbage, kale, carrot Japanese fritters with spring onion, pickled ginger, poached eggs, kewpie mayo + hoisin sauce <

We always love getting something different to try so it’s amazing to see they have such a great variety on the menu. It is almost like a fritter but full of vegetables so it is much healthier and not as heavy to eat, but it is still quite filling. The mayo was great to blend the elements together and add a nice flavor. The presentation is beautiful and all elements just melt together nicely in the mouth.

Breakfast Bowl

> Breakfast bowl served with quinoa, avocado, kale, halloumi, cherry tomatoes, smoked yogurt, a dukkah poached egg+ pita chips <

The breakky bowl was just what we felt like. A refreshing meal that is light and satisfies all healthy cravings. It is an extremely filling meal, as it has so many nutritious elements that energizes you for the entire day. The flavor combination is really delicious and this is me being fussy but I would have loved more avocado, like who wouldn’t 😂 Overall, if you’re in the healthy mood and want some energy, I would highly recommend this meal!