Broadsheet says “Tucked away from the chaos of Punt Road and the bustle of Bridge Road, Rowena Parade Corner Store is a local treasure that has been providing the Richmond community with their daily newspaper, milk and bread since 1956. And there’s no sign of them stopping anytime soon.” read more here…

Mama Knows East says “There is inside and outside dining options – just mind the staff as you head through the kitchen to the outdoor enclosed courtyard. There really isn’t any place quite like Rowena. You will never know who you will bump into while you are there!.” read more here…

Matt Preston says “I love the long box-bench seats along the open windows that are perfect for work-bound types stopping in for a coffee. (Tip for a better life #93: To those people I say, leave home five minutes earlier and have your coffee from glass or china sitting here rather than sipped from cardboard on the go.)” read more here…

female.com.au says “As one of Richmond’s longest running businesses Rowena Corner Store stands proudly as a story of survival, reinvention and reinvigoration.” read more here…

Places To Lunch says “The staff are beyond lovely, the atmosphere is great and the food is even better. Fresh food with a home-cooked meal sort of vibe.” read more here…

Smart Company says “The corner store has welcomed a range of guests over the past week: Turnbull was busy chatting and having a coffee with young supporters this morning, while AFL chief executive Gillon McLachlan also popped down to pose with the image this week.” read more here…