Following in the families’ footsteps is a tradition that unfortunately doesn’t occur as often as it should these days. But for two young brothers, the decision was easy. After securing a site right next to the ever popular Royal Saxon, they set about putting together a café to fit into the surrounding environment.

With the help of TECHNE architects, the result is a perfect setting combining the indoor and outdoor spaces and making it feel roomier than its modest floor space. With massive windows opening onto the street and an awning that retracts to take in the sun all day long.

Church St has been crying out for some good café action ever since Pearl Café went to shit and starting serving Vittoria Coffee. The testament to this has to be these guys selling out of food completely on their first day of trade.

Food is simply, but delicious. A strong ‘smash and grab’ selection of hearty baguettes is on offer with some more delicate meals available if you’re eating in. Grab a coffee, you’re in safe hands with good baristas pumping out the 5 senses blends through a shiny new Synesso machine.

Look forward to big things and great times from this café with weekend trade expected to get a liquor license and get the party started (as much as it can be in a café anyway).

Pillar of Salt

541 Church St, Richmond