Amazing gluten free food, almost everything on the menu can be made gluten free. I loved the gnocchi.
Also has a plant based menu that looks delicious. Great service, delicious food.
Super popular cafe!! Outside seating available, parking nearby. Coffee soo yummy, had a banana smoothie and was unbelievable 😋 gluten free and vegetarian options. They take food allergies very serious. I had the Ruben sandwich gluten free. Super delicious and fresh!!
Had 3 Cheese Steak tacos! All I can say is yum!
Corn taco shells perfect for my gluten free partner, and traditional american cheese.
I mean hey! Thats what a cheese steak is! 🫡🌮
We had a fantastic brunch this morning, great atmosphere and service. Our waiter was a young gentleman from the UK, he was very friendly and provided wonderful customer service. The staff had a great understanding of coeliac dietary requirements. We will definitely be back when we visit again!
The Welcome (4/5):
DOC Mornington offers a warm welcome with friendly, knowledgeable staff eager to recommend dishes. The atmosphere captures the essence of a bustling Italian eatery, but be prepared for a lively buzz. Unfortunately, the current design feels outdated and the acoustics make conversation at your table challenging. However, the open kitchen adds a fun element, letting you witness the culinary energy firsthand.
Pizza Perfection (4.5/5):
DOC excels in the heart of its menu - the pizza. Made with high-quality, fresh, local ingredients, they boast perfectly chewy crusts. We enjoyed the "Cornutu" on a surprisingly delicious gluten-free base. While tasty, there might be even more mouthwatering options to explore on the menu.
The Verdict (4/5):
DOC Mornington is a great choice for a casual or romantic dinner, offering a lively atmosphere and top-notch pizzas. The pricing might seem high for a pizzeria, but the quality ingredients and overall experience justify the cost.
Took my sister here for her birthday lunch.
Got the nourish bowl, and asked for this gluten free as my sister has an intolerance. It was served with a sesame dressing, which tasted like the kewpie sesame dressing (which is yum!) but I am aware this contains gluten. We didn’t mention anything as it’s an intolerance and not coeliac. However, the sheer amount of water in this bowl was insane. Like it would have filled half a latte glass!
The potato cakes were unbelievably oily too and the potato itself was undercooked. Which was super disappointing because it was so exciting to try a gluten free potato cake!
Tried picking the batter off and the slightest squeeze had mass amounts of oil dripping out.
We also were sat, and the wait staff checked every table around us, but we were never able to bring this to wait staff’s attentions even when we tried! We heard the table next to us making comments about the quality of the food too but we unfortunately did not get the chance.
Great cafe, location, coffee, brunch, service, what more can I say. Thank you for a great meal and a few gluten free options too. I highly recommend Lilo Cafe in Mornington. They are easy to find at 725 The Esplanade, the road running along the beach in Mornington.
Loved this cute little cafe for lunch and the fact there were delish gluten free toasties. Coffee was good also. Would recommend for anyone wanting a tasty little lunch.
I stopped by early morning for a coffee and was surprised at just how many gluten free options they had! On top of this they made a beautiful, strong coffee.
I got a lemon & almond biscuit and an almond latte, perfect breakfast. I’ll be back for savoury!