Ruby's is a much welcomed addition to the East Coburg scene. The cafe adds a much needed breakfast and lunch spot to this part of Coburg. Located directly along the East Coburg end of the 1 Tram line, this is the perfect place to pop in for a cup of coffee while making the morning commute. The staff are extremely friendly and accommodating and the art deco decor is charming. The food is delicious-- the fritters seriously yummy-- but unfortunately the menu is very limited and servings are on the small side. The prices are about average for the general area. Anyone considering a meal should also be aware of the fact that there is limited indoor seating, though this hasn't been a problem when I've stopped by.

Approximate cost: $13

The staff and vets are friendly and approachable. They take the time to explain procedures and conditions in depth. I was particularly pleased when one of the vets recommended a cheap at-home remedy for a chronic condition over costly medical interventions that a vet at another practice had pushed. (The at-home remedy has been highly effective). The facilities are amazing. My accident prone dog has received excellent care here for years. I can't recommend this practice highly enough.

This might just be the best cafe in Coburg North. The food-- all vegetarian-- is reliably delicious, with great flavours and good sized portions. The service is almost without fail friendly and efficient. Staff neither rush nor ignore customers. The atmosphere lends itself equally well to social and working breakfasts and lunches. To top it all off, Little Deer Tracks has a dog friendly courtyard.

Approximate cost: $15

The staff were friendly and very helpful and the atmosphere was pleasant. I ordered a mocha, a breakfast dish, and had macarons. The mocha and macarons were among the better ones I've had in the Melbourne metro area and were I reviewing on the basis of these I would probably give the cafe 5 stars. However, both my main and my companion's were disappointing. My companion's dish was lukewarm and bland at best. My dish was watery and the flavours were average. Considering this, we found the prices (comparatively high for the dishes we ordered) to be inflated. While I will very happily order drinks and sweets here in the future, I would not return for a meal.

Approximate cost: $17