The Grounds of Alexandria (Alexandria)

Another day, another outing. Although I didn't get to visit the Grounds last time, I had a brilliant chance to go today - and made full use of it =)

Finding parking isn't easy, and we walked the long way around the block to get to the Building-7A entrance... but we found our way in the end. And what a sight greeted us: a relaxing shaded garden, a chook shed, organic veggie patch, with a delightful shopfront! In 30 degree heat... any shade was a delight. Being seated required a five minute wait, but into a cool shady interior.

The menu was quite interesting and varied, and pricing was quite reasonable too. Our decision: the chicken confit, and the lamb salad. However, definitely there were other things to select... it wasn't easy.

Verdict: Hmmm... mixed reaction. I loved the chicken confit, with a succulent chicken maryland tenderly cooked, and presume it was grain fed too, judging by its yellow hue. However, it was quite salty - which I liked, my friend didn't. The lamb salad, however, left a little to be desired - there is quite a bit of meat, which is good - but we didn't like the texture (rather lumpy). But I can't quite fault the dish - done reasonably.

Service was attentive, no complaints at all. Definitely a place I would revisit, but try other selections instead.

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The Grounds of Alexandria
Building 7A, 2 Huntley St
Alexandria 2015

How to get there: Huntley St, just near the Bourke Rd intersection. Off-street parking is hard to find, otherwise politely park in the proper guest spots on 4 Huntley St. Entrance is on Huntley St, close to the Bourke Rd intersection. Or... walk the long way behind Building 7B, 7C and 7D.

Hours:
Open daily 8am - 4pm.
Sundays 8am - 3pm.

Pricing: $$
Mains between $12-20.
Specialty and organic drinks available for $$.