Hidden in the backstreets of Rye, Peninsula pantry is a cute little place to stop and grab some items like muffins, pies, sausage rolls and some drinks.
What a little gem of a cafe! It won an award in 2013 for being a great place to eat on the Mornington Peninsula. It is in a quiet back street, all on its own, and you would not know it was there except for a small sign on the street corner post. Believe me, though, the locals know it is there - it is incredibly small but very well patronised.
Those who know me will know that I appreciate it when a cafe serves food that has been made on the premises. These guys even make their own pastry (!), and it is delicious. You can buy their food to take away and heat at home: lasagne, pies, cakes etc, or eat there (if you can find a table free!).
They are very popular for Sunday breakfast and are open every day except Tuesday.
We enjoyed the salmon pattie, vegetable pastie and chicken & vege pie. Salads cost extra but are generous and there are several different types. We shared a serve of their yummy coleslaw, which even has pepitas in it.
Delicious coffee and cake rounded off a very enjoyable lunch.
A definite must-do next time we are in the area.
Approximate cost: $10
