The décor at Giddyup Mule grabs you straight away. The outer walls feature rustic brickwork, while the interior is lined with sleek polished wood, creating a pleasing balance of old and new. The room is kept warm by a cosy fireplace in the corner, along with electric heating for the areas the fireplace can’t reach. The menu changes with the season and appeals to both sides of the carnivore versus herbivore debate. It also has paleo, gluten free, dairy free, and vegan options. There’s a wide range of daily specials, such as the truffled mushroom medley, which is incredible in both smell and flavour, and maintains excellent balance. For the carnivores, the delicious pulled pork cigars sit perfectly next to an carabi apple and walnut salad. The avocado smash is another big win for herbivores, featuring a hearty hit of feta, smoked tomato and egg, and an enlivening drizzle of kombucha vinaigrette. Drink-wise, not only do they have kombucha on tap (no kidding), but Giddyup’s coffee is a Yarraville exclusive. The reverently brewed, densely flavoured coffee is sourced from Axil roasters of Hawthorn. There’s also a selection of cakes supplied by Life Seeds in Torquay. I’m usually not much of a sweet tooth, but the selection of colourful raw cakes perfectly complemented the coffee.
Food In Focus: Giddyup Mule
