Fans of Neds will have noticed some changes going on – and there’s more on the way. Under the new ownership of Matteo Bruno’s Valarc Group, Neds is embarking on an exciting new phase of building on its seven-year legacy of offering excellent coffee, European-inspired cuisine and daily-baked sourdough, pastries and cakes.
This transition has enabled Neds to expand its horizons, introducing Neds at Night, set to debut in their quaint Middle Park location in mid-July, with South Yarra, Armadale and Albert Park locations soon to follow. The evening menu leans into the Valarc Groups stable of winners, from Tartine Bistro’s classic steak frites with Montpellier butter, to the fresh handmade pastas of Ines Wine Bar and of course an Italian-focussed wine list from The Meatball & Wine Bar. The Neds at Night menu also utilises the very best of Neds baked items, think lobster filled mini croissants, grilled baguette with Italian salumi, fried focaccia dough with stracciatella, just to name a few.
The all-day brunch menu has also had a glow up, including reinvented classics like
avocado goddess, nduja folded eggs, grilled sardines w schiacciata, tarragon mushrooms, and slow cooked beans – all served with fresh Neds breads of course.
Polpette al sugo, chicken cotoletta, Neds beef burger and the already iconic Neds garlic bread round out the lunch menu. There’s no brunch menu complete without killer sandwiches and panini, with Neds having revamped their entire offering, housed in their signature focaccia, brioche or sourdough breads.
Neds welcomes Jessica Liemantara AKA Jess Lemon to the team as head of product
innovation. Jess made her debut on MasterChef Australia in 2018 as one of the youngest contestants ever and more recently made the finals of Dessert Masters. Expect to see extraordinary pastries along with her famous macarons, all available now in store. The original Neds bakery team remains, with bakers and patissiers from Italy and France.
Neds has also introduced a line of condiments, ‘Neds Spreads’, such as Spiced Honey, Honey with Orange Zest, Chocolate Hazelnut Spread, Natural Peanut Butter, Fruit Jams, Chutney and Chilli Jams. There’s plenty more to watch out for at the revamped Neds.
Neds locations in South Yarra, Middle Park, Armadale, and Albert Park are being
lovingly renovated to elevate the Neds at Night evening service.
Founded in 2017, Neds has established itself as a hub where the artistry of baking
converges with the lively ambiance of a bustling Melbourne restaurant. As Neds
expands its footprint across Melbourne, the Valarc Group remains committed to
upholding the values that have defined the brand since its inception. From importing the finest ingredients to maintaining a team of skilled European bakers, every aspect of Neds’ operation reflects a dedication to quality and craftsmanship.
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