We had delicious pizza (Mushroom and Matteo’s) and tempranillo. The service was prompt and friendly, and the gluten free bases were tasty and not a compromise on texture. Recommended!
My go to place for lunch in highett….large range of vegetarian options and each one is equally good. Loaded fries are too yumm. Burgers do come with an option for gluten free and beetroot buns as well. The staff is generous. The quality and hospitality are commendable. Great deal of work done with efficiency and the delivery is quick too….highley recommended
Really delicious vegetarian and vegan options and everything is gluten free! I found it was really tasty and a bit more interesting and authentic than what I see on a regular Aussie Mexican dining menu. Definitely eating here again!
Wouldn’t suggest this cafe for anyone with dietary requirements, as they couldn’t be less accommodating. Booked a table here for Mother’s Day and despite calling them ahead of time and the menu specifying they would adjust due to allergies they weren’t interested so had to grab some chips at the local milk bar instead. Please don’t label things GF if you are not willing to offer an alternative to ensure it is safe for those living with coeliac disease. Best to mark it as low gluten option e.g Gluten free bread cooked in a toaster with gluten is no longer gluten free. It’s not that complicated. I did suggest using a clean pan to cook it instead but felt the chef had labelled it as too hard basket and was told they won’t serve me. Hopefully you don’t behave this way with someone that has a nut allergy too. Very disappointing experience.
EDIT: And that response reaffirms exactly how I was treated. The poor waitress was left to be the piggy in between the manager and chef and no conversations held directly with me. You may have seen the other reviews referring to the rudeness experienced in your cafe and perhaps this was related to management too. I am clearly
not the first and am certain now that I will not be the last. Happy to spread the word.
Had dinner in The Kitchen last night. We had an amazing waiter who was thoughtful and went above and beyond for us. I ordered some gluten free pita bread and didn’t even think to ask if the Saganaki was also gluten free. When our Saganaki was brought out our waiter informed us that a gluten free one was on its way. Such a small but thoughtful gesture I really appreciated. We also had two toddlers with us and during a toddler meltdown brought over a soft serve for each of them that stopped the tantrums and allowed us to eat our dinner stress free. Thank you again for such wonderful service, we will definitely return!
Typhoon is our happy place - WE LOVE IT! The staff are so friendly and attentive, they go out of their way to make our experience enjoyable every time. The food is consistently excellent - it is especially good for people with gluten allergies (like us). The vibes are always good at Hawker Bar next door as well. Would highly recommend ❤️❤️❤️
We had a great experience when we visited Kick'inn for the first time.
Service was quick, staff were lovely and food was fresh and tasty. So many gluten free options which made it so much easier for me to order what I wanted. Loved choosing our own seafood and the novelty of eating with hands off the table added to the experience.
Will definitely be back!
Always delicious, fresh food and the best coffee! It's my husband and my go to brunch place. Also yum gluten free toast! Husband tried the pancake tacos today and is now obsessed.
Hola gente maravillosa, ¡por favor pasen!
Yes please do come down to Latino Panino in Highett as the trip is worth the wait!
So very few cafe's offer supremely fresh food - you can bet only on some staple venues these days - this is one of them!
You can put you're worries to bed as the Spanish feel of Latino Panino has much to offer - prepare yourself for seconds and more...
Nestled in the main street in Highett (close to the station), you will find music playing, banners displaying the "MELBA" coffee brand, and smiles all round as you enter - also you will notice the Chilean food on sale and the deli serving absolutely fresh rolls with creative fillings to boot.
A sprightly 'hello' from the owner Maria and you will know this places gives off great vibes, a homely feel and character! As you pass the drinks fridge you will also notice a small pantry to the right, specializing in Chilean favorites such as Yerba Mate' tea, sauces, pasta, preserves and the all-important Jalapenos!
A main bench with coffee service and a fridge further down containing the most delicate and scrumptious sweets!
There is plenty in seating inside and out, characteristic pictures and wall-hangings. A simple design that is all about the birthplace of the food served!
And about the food - you can instantly see the passion and inheritance of recipes handed-down - where old motherly techniques are employed by Maria and the staff in cooking and preparing. It's a breath of fresh air knowing that you will be cared for in a wonderful atmosphere!
Now on to the meals...
Offering a number of Panini options (rolls filled to the brim with salads and meats), this place also offers hand made Empanadas and other staples like Choripan, Chilli con carne, Churrasco, cheese dips and even a version of the humble steak sandwich (Barros Jarpa)!
The Empanadas I ordered (meat and cheese versions) were made on the spot and fried (she had just ran out at that time)! They are normally baked during the day but by golly they were delicious and the herbs made them so aromatic. They pastry was superb and light but kept all the ingredients in. The empanadas come with a freshly made spicy tomato sauce with freshly chopped onions (a Pebre sauce). The panini roll (New Yorker) was immensely packed and deliciously fresh - a trait common throughout the dining experience here. Have a look at some of the photos - split halves - and you will love the quantity of ingredients.
The meals were balanced and light - no real fullness afterwards but enough to be satiated.
It didn't end there!
The traditional sweets were delectable - they even offer gluten free options! The Chilean Pineapple cake was the best - but pardon me, next time I will ask what it's true name is! The caramel slice is also amazing - again I must enquire on the names!
There is so much to offer here that I need to return several times or more - a ritual I'm glad to undertake at length!
Maria is a wonderful host and will do the utmost to make you feel at home - something that I long for from time to time.
Please avail yourself of the trip down to Highett as you will not be disappointed!
The food is definitely a 5/5, the environment a 5/5, and character 5/5.
"¡Cuando tenga hambre volveré!" - I will return!
Celiac friendly