we are open for take-away only

OCTOBER 21st UPDATE

At this stage we have decided to continue with our takeaway offerings only, however we are looking forward to having people dine-in back with us over the coming weeks.
keep your eyes on our socials & website for updated opening information.

a slice of the mediterranean in melbourne

The Rowena recipe is distinctly Melbourne. Take a hefty serving of traditional Mediterranean provincial cooking, add a splash of international goodness and pinch of modern innovation and simmer slowly over a warm Richmond flame. The result is something warm, sincere and soulful. It’s heartwarmingly familiar, and yet, interesting and fresh.

“There really isn’t any place quite like Rowena”
– Mamma Knows East, 2017

OUR FOOD STYLE

Deeply rooted in the heritage of provincial Mediterranean kitchens, our offerings have evolved through the cafe culture which is uniquely Melbourne.

It started with Mamma in the kitchen 16 years ago, cooking up simple and sincere breakfasts and lunches for locals and travellers alike. Even though Mamma has hung up her apron (for the most part), her recipes, flavour combinations, and sense of communal hospitality still remains at the heart of our kitchen today.

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