5 Lire Cafe

Came here for the famous ricotta hotcakes and baked beans. Ricotta hotcakes: SWEETNESS OVERLOAD!! So glad I was sharing this with 2 others so it isn't too bad. the hotcakes were fluffy and the granula adds to the crunchy element. Baked eggs 🍅🍳: Huge portion and tasted average. This dish is best eaten with bread as I think it is too acidic eating it by itself due to the strong tomato paste. The given 2 breads aren't sufficient in my opinion so you'll need to ask for extra bread. Beetroot bun burger: The burger buns taste real and healthy (maybe because beetroot is used? haha 🙈🙈). The patty is juicy and compact (no cutting corners 🖒🖒). This dish may look small in size but is very filling. Service is great and vibe is relaxing. Good place to chill and hang out with friends.

I came here for pancakes and ended up with soup! Always magnetised by the dish I've never had before, this clear but flavoursome broth warmed the body and soul on a cold winter day. Made with chicken, it came with two rolled up crispelle (crepes) lined with melted Pecorino cheese, some greens and a slice of crispy chicken skin that's worth savouring. The Italian hot chocolate was heavenly. Rich but not overwhelming, the steaming thick liquid was a meal in itself and satisfied the craving for something sweet. Friendly staff and speedy service meant there was hardly any waiting. They've done well to fit in as many seats as there are in the limited real estate available. It's cosy and possibly not so comfortable for a long brunch, but good enough for a quick bite between errands.