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All Things Equal, Balaclava, AU-VIC

All Things Equal

5.0
5
43 Reviews
$40 and under
Café

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2 people
7:00 pm

About this restaurant

  • Great for brunch
  • Good for groups
  • Vegetarian-friendly
All Things Equal is a fresh take on typical hospitality in Melbourne. We are a not-for-profit social enterprise providing purposeful training and award-wage paid employment for people with disability.

We believe all people should be able to find a self-sustaining purpose in life, allowing everyone to contribute to society in a meaningful way.

We exist to bridge the gap between people with disability and the wider community. Join us on our mission to prove to society that people with disability are ready, willing and absolutely capable of working.

At All Things Equal, we celebrate people just as they are; this is the very foundation of our vision.

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What 43 people are saying

All Things Equal reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

5.0
5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseEnergetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
All Things Equal offers a warm, inclusive atmosphere with "delicious food," "quick service," and "friendly staff." This cafe stands out for its heartwarming mission of employing disadvantaged individuals, creating a "special cafe that opens doors for everyone." The "terrific" menu includes vegan and gluten-free options, making it a favorite for many.

43 Reviews
  1. Renee

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great positive and happy vibe. Great chai latte! Was welcomed really warmly and felt like coming home

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  2. Chris

    Adelaide1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So awesome to see the work they do employing people with disability, food was amazing too.

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  3. Lynda

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a terrific experience - warm welcome, great service and delicious food, rounded off with a quality Melbourne coffee. I had the fish cakes and my friend had the latkes with silver beet - Yuuumm.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Singapore2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I enjoy going to All Things Equal as the food is consistent, the staff are great. Only downside is that it is sometimes noisy because it’s so popular

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  5. EstelleD

    Melbourne5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ideal place for light lunch with friends. Love the ethos of employing intellectually challenged youth

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 8 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our group really enjoyed both the food and atmosphere. A staff member was particularly helpful in adding unexpected places to our table. He was pleasant and efficient in taking our orders as well.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 12 May 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Delicious Shakshuka. friendly staff. quick service

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  8. LyndaB

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 February 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service always outstanding. Roasted mushroom dish a terrific addition to the menu.

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  9. EstelleD

    Melbourne5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 February 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ideal place for lunch with friends. Love the ethos of employing disadvantaged young people

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  10. ZoeL

    Melbourne2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 January 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always enjoy the food and atmosphere at All Things Equal. The staff are very friendly and helpful, and the food is delicious and presented beautifully! Great options for vegan and gluten free as well! I love the artwork on the wall! We love supporting the mission of All Things Equal, and the warm inclusive environment that has been created at this cafe.

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FAQs

All Things Equal offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (03) 7036 6621.

All Things Equal is rated 5 stars by 43 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Google Map for All Things Equal

263-265 Carlisle St, Balaclava, AU-VIC 3183

Additional information

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  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Café
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri, Sun 8:30 am–4:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
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