Chit Chat Cafe & Bar 147 Union Road, Surrey Hills, Victoria 3127

"Good spot for brunch. The enclosed back garden/deck area was really lovely, sunny and warm even in freezing winter. Food was fine and friendly service, however the food was pretty slow to come out even on a quiet day (more than 30mins for 3 plates and we were only 1 of 3 small tables) and the order wasn't quite what was described in the menu."

"We had a very disappointing experience at the cafe. We ordered two glasses of prosecco, but the waiter brought us red wine instead. When we told her that we ordered prosecco, she seemed confused and told us that’s prosecco. Told her it should be white and got our replacement. The lotus root chips were served cold and so soggy that they could be bent 180 degrees. We had to send them back to the kitchen and got a new bowl that was slightly crispy but still soft and soggy. Decided that chef doesn’t know how to make it right and gave up. The chilli scrambled eggs were mediocre and served on plain white bread without butter or (not sure if its even being toasted?) Overall, it was a terrible dining experience. The waiter didn't seem to have a good grasp of the menu or basic English, while the chef did not seem knowledgeable about the food either. We spent $80, which could have been better spent elsewhere on higher-quality food. We regret eating there and would never go back. Was hoping to give the feedback at the cafe but no one asked us for it."

"Unagi was very filling and delicious. Not overly dry, fresh eel and I enjoy the sweet-savory sauce over the steamed rice. The wait staff are all very friendly. There’s a good amount of variety on the menu. Come again? Yes! Would honestly visit more often when I’m around the area."

"Weekend brunch should be enjoyable, worthwhile and memorable, like @chitchatcafebar located at 147 Union Road, Surrey Hills, will never ever disappoint you and will only make you fall in love with all their delicious meals. We had their popular and most loved soft shell crab burger, comes with an actual fried crab, very refreshing to eat, and tasty. The crab is cooked to perfection. Must try and it comes with a side of fries and ketchup. The grilled unagi bowl with scrambled egg was my absolute favourite because of the lovely umami flavour and that grilled eel was way too perfect and delicious with the steamed rice and the egg. Strongly recommended. Fried chicken with waffles is a fantastic blend of sweet and savoury flavours in one plate, comes with a fairy floss, syrup, fresh fruits and yummy waffles. The fried chicken was so divine and very juicy to eat. Must try for sure. We also had a matcha latte and a hot chocolate, both were equally satisfying to drink, especially the matcha latte, it was just right in taste! The service is friendly and the vibe here was just very calm and cozy. And the prices are impossibly reasonable."