Cafe by day and wine bar by night, Strauss strives on its simplicity.
Hidden down the end of a laneway opposite the Hilton hotel, its location allows escape from the bustling inner city. With just a scattering of tables inside and outside in the there is an element of a homey feel to the cafe.
The menu completes the simple but inviting vibe and offers a mere handful of breakfast and lunch options. There is also a range of espresso and filter coffee options with a blend and single origins roasted by local Cup Coffee.
I had the toasted smoked ham sandwich filled with cheddar cheese, aoili and relish on rye bread. Although simple, these basic ingredients combine and pack a well thought flavour sensation. As a cheese lover, nothing gets me excited more than rich mature cheddar. The coffee is also on point, complete with latte art.
Strauss is a simple but elegant inner city hide out and I look forward to returning to sample their wines at night.