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Little Byrd

Little Byrd is a cute little cafe on Union Road in Ascot Vale, and we were lucky enough to be invited to try their food. The interior has a warming and rustic vibe, with wooden table tops and brick walls, and it’s bustling with customers. The coffee here is wonderful - possibly one of the best in the area. They also offer shakes, herbal teas, and fresh juices which are perfect on a warm summer day. Food-wise, we had the Coconut Chia Bowl, the Shakshuka, the Broken Avocado and the French Toast. The Chia Bowl was delightful. A generous portion of chia pudding, topped with fresh fruits and granola, and coconut cream which made it rich and decadent, whilst still being healthy and refreshing. The Shakshuka was another stunning dish. The eggs were cooked perfectly and the yolk was still runny and oozy, which paired so well with the sourdough bread. A very warming and hearty dish! The Broken Avocado tasted just as good as it looked. The combination of pink beetroot hummus and green smashed avocado created a vibrant, colourful dish. The added poached eggs were, of course, poached perfectly with a very runny yolk. A simple dish done well! For dessert, we ended with the French Toast, and I’m so glad we did! The toast was amazing - so thick, soft and crispy on the outside. Drenched in maple syrup and topped with plenty of berries which gave it a bit of tartness. A must-try brunch dessert! Overall, we had an amazing time at Little Byrd. Service was efficient and the staff were extremely nice and welcoming. I would definitely recommend checking this cafe out if you’re in the area!