Charlie & Leo's – Café for the locals

CHARLIE & LEO’S: ABOUT US

At Charlie and Leo’s, we would like to be the café of choice for our locals – whether in Lower Plenty, Montmorency, Briar Hill, Yallambie or Viewbank…a place for families, socialising and grabbing some down time. And for “out of town” visitors, we would like to leave a lasting impression to encourage your return.

Our menu is a fresh and vibrant collection of international dishes and includes a delicious modern take on the classics. Grab something light for lunch, wash it down with a lovely wine or craft beer or get a smoothie to give you energy.

We serve coffee from Axil Coffee Roasters, our tea is real leaf tea from Tea Drop and we do a wonderful natural chai from Prana Chai.

Come join us for breakfast, brunch or lunch, let us fulfil your catering needs or book your next function with us.

Charlie and Leo’s – bringing it home.

Our Menu

Please Note: The kitchen closes at 2.30pm on weekdays and 2.00pm on weekends.
On weekends, dishes cannot be altered if we are busy. Please talk to us if you have special dietary requirements.

ALL DAY BREAKFAST

Toast with Spreads Organic sourdough or multigrain with your choice of spreads – honey, jam, vegemite or peanut butter. (V) (GF)*	5.0
Fruit Toast Spiced fruit toast served with your choice of house made vanilla butter or butter. (V)	6.0
Eggs Your Way Two free range eggs served on organic toasted sourdough or multigrain – poached, scrambled or fried. (V) (GF)*	9.5
Breakfast Trifle Layers of house made toasted golden granola, natural Greek yoghurt and mixed berry compote.	9.5
Coconut Mango Sago Pudding Coconut mango sago pudding served with caramelised pineapple and banana, topped with passionfruit pulp. (V) (GF)	10.9
The Smashed Avo Toasted organic multigrain topped with smashed avocado, goats cheese, a free range poached egg & house made almond dukkah. Try it with a toasted slice of sweet potato instead of multigrain. (V) (GF*)	16.9
Spicy Baked Eggs Two free range eggs baked in a spicy tomato sauce with grilled chorizo sausage and white beans, topped with crumbled feta cheese. Served with a slice of multigrain toast. (GF)*	16.9
Eggs Hemingway Two free range poached eggs served on toasted crumpets with crushed mint peas and house made beetroot cured salmon, topped with hollandaise sauce. (GF)*	17.9

Pumpkin & Corn Fritters Two golden pumpkin & corn fritters served with a free range poached egg, grilled haloumi, tomato & capsicum relish & rocket salad. (V)	16.9
Eggs Benny Two free range poached eggs served on toasted organic sourdough topped with eight-hour slow cooked pulled pork & a chipotle hollandaise. (GF)*	17.5
The Big Brekkie Two free range eggs on organic sourdough, pork & fennel chipolata sausages, thick cut bacon, roasted tomato, sautéed spinach, thyme infused mushrooms & a house made rosti	19.6

ALL DAY LUNCH

Soup House made soup with toasted organic sourdough. See our specials board.
Pulled Pork Roll Brioche roll filled with eight-hour slow cooked pulled pork in a smoky BBQ sauce, apple coleslaw & beer battered chips	17
Beef Burger 100% grass fed beef patty, Swiss cheese, tomato, beetroot relish, lettuce & house-made dill pickle on a toasted brioche bun served with beer battered chips	18
Vegie Burger House made vegetable patty using our special blend of rices & legumes, Swiss cheese, tomato, lettuce, tomato & capsicum relish on a toasted brioche bun with French fries. (V)	18
House Made Gnocchi Pan fried house made potato gnocchi in a beef and mushroom ragu, finished with shaved parmesan cheese.	17.9
Super Salad Kale, beetroot, quinoa, broccoli, carrot, charred corn, red capsicum & chopped almonds with a tangy citrus dressing. (V) (GF) Add a poached egg $2.0	13.9
Sushi Bowl Brown rice, nori, pickled ginger, avocado, cucumber, carrot, alfalfa & broccoli with a spicy Sriracha mayo. (V) (GF) Add a poached egg $2.0 Add beetroot cured salmon $5.0	13.9

Sides

Rosemary & parmesan polenta chips served with tomato & capsicum relish (V)	6.5
Bowl of Beer Battered Chips with sweet chilli mayonnaise or tomato sauce. (V)	6.5
Bowl of fries with tomato sauce. (V) (GF)	5.9

KIDS

Egg & Bacon On Toast Fried egg & bacon on one slice of toast with a side of tomato sauce (Gluten free available)	6.5
Kid’s Porridge Warm porridge served with banana and maple syrup.	6.0
House Made Chicken Nuggets & Fries Crumbed chicken pieces fried till golden brown served with shoestring fries, tomato sauce	7
Junior Cheese Burger 100% grass fed beef patty and cheese on a burger bun with shoestring fries and tomato sauce.	8.5

DRINKS

Cappuccino	3.8/4.5/4.9
Latte	3.8/4.5/4.9
Flat white	3.8/4.5/4.9
Long black	3.8/4.5/5.2
Macchiato	3.0
Long Macchiato	3.8
Espresso	3
Double Espresso	3.5
Piccolo	3.8
Babyccino	1
Hot Chocolate	3.8/4.5/4.9
Mocha	4.0/4.7/5.1
Decaf	0.5
Bonsoy	0.5/0.8
Lactose Free	0.5/0.8
Almond Milk	0.7/1.0
Tea (Loose Leaf Tea Drops Tea)4	4
Chai latte Masala blend (Prana Chai)	5
Iced Coffee, Iced Chocolate and Iced Mocha	5.5
Iced Latte	5
Milkshakes Classic – Chocolate, Vanilla, Banana, Strawberry and Salted Caramel	5.5
Milkshakes Kids– Chocolate, Vanilla, Banana, Strawberry and Salted Caramel	3.9
Thickshakes – Coffee, Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry and Salted Caramel	6.5
Spiders – Coke, Coke Zero, Sprite	4.8
Smoothies – Breakfast, Green, Chia Berry	7.5
Fresh Orange Juice	6.5
Soft Drinks, Bottled Juices and Waters – As displayed in our big red fridge
Coconut water	4

ALCOHOL

WHITE WINE

Calabria Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough (bottle)	38
Richland Pinot Grigio (bottle)	38
Poker Face Chardonnay (glass/bottle)	8.0 / 35

RED WINE

Calabria Pinot Noir (bottle)	38
Poker Face Cabernet Merlot (bottle)	35
Richland Shiraz (glass/bottle)	8.5 /35

BEER

Fat Yak Pale Ale	8.5
Hargreaves Hill Pale Ale	8.5
Hawthorn Brewing Pilsner	8.5
Little Creatures Bright Ale	8.5
The Hills Apple Cider	8.5
The Hills Pear Cider	8.5

TAKE AWAY - SMALL BITES

House made muffins and a combination of house made and brought in cakes and biscuits are available at the front counter to eat in or take away.

Toasties are also available at the front counter for eat in or takeaway along with a daily selection of rolls or bagels and the occasional salad special.

All breakfast, lunch and drinks menu items can also be bought to take away.

Occasions

We love hosting groups for special occasions. We are local to Lower Plenty, Montmorency, Briar Hill, Eltham, Yallambie and Viewbank, licensed with car parking at the front, rear and opposite side of the road and let’s not forget our delicious menu!
Get in touch to book your next function, family gathering, girls’ or mates’ catch up, morning tea or work/club meeting or event.

From time to time, we also enjoy holding special themed daytime or evening events which we will promote here and through Instagram and Facebook. So why not follow us on Instagram or like us on Facebook.

Catering

Our passion for food doesn’t stop at the café. We are proud to offer business and private catering
covering breakfast, lunch, morning and afternoon tea, cakes and sweets, canapes for functions/events, picnics and kids’ birthdays.
Click here to view our catering menu, then give us a call, e-mail or pop into Charlie and Leo’s to discuss your options.

CONTACT US

A: 81 Main Road, Lower Plenty VIC 3093

P: (03) 9434 4885

E: charlieandleos@gmail.com

Please contact us for function enquiries outside of the times below, thanks.

Opening times

Monday – 7.30am to 3.30pm

Tuesday – 7.30am to 3.30pm

Wednesday – 7.30am to 3.30pm

Thursday – 7.30am to 3.30pm

Friday – 7.30am to 3.30pm

Saturday – 7.30am to 3.00pm

Sunday – 8.00am to 3.00pm