MELBOURNE | Named for the traditional Korean method of wrapping and carrying belongings in cloth, Bottari is a recently opened Korean cafe on the outskirts of the CBD, that’s bundled up the best things about contemporary Korean cafe culture. I popped in for What’s on Melbourne to take a look.
When you walk inside you’ll notice that it’s a large space, with long communal tables. Owner Jiwoo Kim wants Bottari to be a place where friends and students can gather to just hang out, or to work on assignments. Judging by the laptop wielding crowds that were filling up the place as I was leaving, it’s been a success.
On the menu, you’ll find items that are currently trending in the cafes of Seoul, and seasonal creations. Regular coffees are excellent, and the lattes are delicious. Ah-ah, or iced Americano, is a year-round popular option, as is the chocolate and hazelnut spiked Fererro latte, and the light Jasmine cloud. The latter features floral jasmine green tea topped with a creamy cloud layer.
For food, it’s things like kkwabaegi (twisted, chewy, soy bean powered dusted donuts); buttery, layered, Korean-style scones; and sweet and savoury Korean corn dogs. It’s all tasty stuff, with an appreciated attention to detail.
On the shelves that line the left wall of Bottari, you’ll find an assortment of things to purchase for home. Coffee beans, gourmet sauces and condiments, apparel, zines, and more. To the other side, there’s an instant ramen wall, featuring an impressive selection that you can buy for home, or to heat up with water and enjoy in the cafe.
Bottari
600 Elizabeth Street
Melbourne
Victoria 3000
Australia
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Tue – Sun: 10:00am to 6:00pm