Julesgourmond

After purchasing the 2009 Cheap Eats Guide, I was desperate to try out their breakfast pick of the year, Mitte,   on Michael St, North Fitzroy. Luckily my husband was happy to oblige, so off we trotted down St Georges Road. Mitte is a little off the beaten track, but definitely worth a look, once you can find it. It is tiny, so expect a wait for a table (we got lucky). The staff are run off their feet, and one was slightly absent-minded - our requested water never arrived. Ordering took longer than usual, but the food wait was quite quick - about 15 minutes. I read The Age's Sunday Brunch article whilst waiting!

I decided to get the chickpea bake, served with feta, two poached eggs,avocado and 2 slices of wholegrain toast.  For $17, it was great value. I was so full afterwards! Everything was well done. The chickpea bake was similar to one I make at home, mixed with tomatoes and red onions for extra flavour. The poachies were also perfect.

Ian had the smoked salmon with poached eggs, toast and apple and fennel salad. The thick slices of plentiful salmon sat next to the tart, refreshing salad; an unusual and intriguing combination. He did complain that he found the toast too hard to cut, but mine was fine... His serve was also huge, but don't worry, he finished it!

Our coffees were also excellent.

Here is Breakfast Out's review of Mitte for a comparison.