El Gordo - Bendigo

A couple of years ago I moved to Bendigo and my dreams came true... it's a city of vibrant cafes, interesting places to visit and events. I have since had to move on due to employment changes, but I recall those 7 months I lived there with such fondness as I explored everything the city had on offer. I had stopped here for coffee on my way to work a few times when I lived there, the customer service was always exemplary. Recently I visited Bendigo and caught up with a friend for lunch... I suggested this cafe- she had never, as a local, been to it AND that is a bit of a travesty. But now... she would return. We both found the customer service to be outstanding which has been the norm for this business), the waiter who was utterly brilliant talked us through our choices... She was way more adventurous with her choices than I was. Located in Chancery Lane this business is something quite special. ღღღღღღღღღღღღღღღღღ

Had breakfast (scrambled eggs) was good. Service and coffee also acceptable. I will be back to try their lunch menu next time we are in Bendigo. Also is dog friendly in the lane which was fantastic.

El Gordo is located in the narrow Chancery Lane, Bendigo. We sat outside amidst the colourful wall decorations. Breakfast was excellent, as was the coffee and attentive service. Come here for the food and atmosphere.

Eight of us for lunch. The staff coped brilliantly with this number. A range of Croquettes, salads, anchovies and lots of Rose . Thoroughly enjoyable experience

Booked via email, excellent friendly communication. Being new to Spanish food, I was a bit apprehensive. However, we were efficiently guided through the menu by Salin. Perfect service and enjoyable food. Pity I don't live in Bendigo, I'd be back more often.