Working for twenty-five years in the heart of Melbourne you
get to visit a few of the “local” restaurants. While working near the corner of Williams and
La Trobe street I use to frequent The Mint
restaurant on William Street. It is part of the old Mint a grand building. There is plenty of
outdoor dining areas. Great in summer. In winter they cover in these areas.
This restaurant has changed hands a number of times and it has
been some years since I have had a beer or dined here. From my recent
experience I would say it has been in better hands. But still a pizza and a Fat
Yak for $18 seemed a fair deal. The pizza was OK but not gourmet and Yak big
and cold. There are some good wines to choose from on the menu and always a few
different beers on tap.
Service was prompt and friendly (it was Monday and the patrons
a-few). I chose indoors as it was wet and cold outside. The inertia decor is
quaint and gives you a taste of what this old building was like in its
former life. I wouldn’t put The Mint on your bucket list of eateries but if you
are over that side of our fine city, feeling peckish and don’t want that
million dollar meal, drop by. The beers are good even if the pizzas and lunch
menu (maybe just for Monday) are basic you will feel content on a number of
levels. The Mint, spends some time and a little money here. A reasonable
investment just don’t expect big returns.
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