The State Library of Victoria adds another reason to drop in: Biblio, a new all-day cafe featuring Victorian produce, and a welcoming space to settle in for cosy brekkie, a leisurely lunch, or an afternoon pick-me-up. And coming from one of Melbourne's premium event groups, Biblio is set to bring a distinctly Melbourne feel to one of the city's most iconic landmarks. The Big Group, known for its lavish events and parties, is shifting gears with Biblio, a new cafe offering an inviting place to pop by at the State Library. The hospo group intends to keep things deliberately simple with Biblio: excellent coffee, familiar food, quality produce, and a space that invites you to return time and time again. "Melbourne has such a strong cafe culture, and we wanted to create something that feels genuinely connected to the city and the people who make it. Biblio is about more than great food and coffee. We want it to become part of people's everyday routines, whether that's a morning coffee, a working lunch or a place to catch up with friends. Somewhere familiar, welcoming and worth returning," says Founder and Director of The Big Group, Bruce Keebaugh. The concise menu plays into classic Melbourne brunch favourites such as folded eggs and a breakfast brioche. And for those in the know, The Big Group's famous chicken sandwich, usually reserved for guests of the Birdcage or an extravagant party, will grace the menu at Biblio. In a charming nod to its location, Biblio's sausage roll draws on a recipe from one of the library's oldest cookbooks. It is Melbourne, of course, so the coffee at Biblio is as important as the food. Single O have partnered with The Big Group to bring its beloved beans to Biblio. Together, they aim to bring contemporary Melbourne coffee culture to a historic building imbued with a sense of grandeur and legacy. Images: Supplied. Like what you see? Subscribe to the Concrete Playground newsletter to get stories just like these straight to your inbox.
