Make The Most Of Your Lunch Break With The Flavours Of Heritage Lanes
Escape the grind
By Bianca Licina | 27th February 2025This article is sponsored by Heritage Lanes and proudly endorsed by Style. We only promote brands and companies that we love and think our readers will love too!
We’ve all been there – staring at your screen, counting down the minutes until your lunch break, only to find yourself heading to the same old food court or grabbing a bland sandwich. Sound familiar? Well, it’s time for an upgrade!
Tucked away at 80 Ann Street, Heritage Lanes is an architecturally designed precinct that offers an oasis from the grind. A place to reconvene, rejuvenate, and refresh with a range of lunch options to get you through the day. Designed for every kind of city worker, Heritage Lanes facilitates every kind of lunch break, from a quick bite for a stressed-out graduate, a client catch-up for the busy finance guy, or a collaborative team meeting. Providing plenty of food options and an environment that facilitates relaxation, collaboration, or simply an escape, Heritage Lanes is at your disposal each and every day. And, until the end of March, you can dine for less with their epic lunch offers right now.
So, if you’re ready to break free from the workday grind, let’s dive into what makes this place a go-to destination for midday meals!
Casual dining at Gather
A contemporary, all-day dining hotspot, Gather has reimagined the casual dining experience. With its relaxed vibe and versatile menu, it’s a top pick for everything from morning coffees to team lunches. Valid until the end of March, their current lunch special, Gather’s Wagu Experience offers wagyu rump with your choice of sauce and side plus a drink for just $35 – a melt-in-your-mouth meal that’s perfect for a workday splurge without the guilt. Steak on your break? Sign us up.
Coffee kick at Espresso Engine
Known for its precision-brewed coffee, Espresso Engine is where busy professionals find their midday mojo. Need a quick fix? Their pre-made sandwiches and salads offer a fresh, flavourful twist on lunch classics, perfect for when you’re short on time but still want quality.
Meals from the Med at Frankie’s Foodhall
Get a slice of the Med in the middle of the city at Frankie’s Foodhall. Run by a father-daughter duo, this spot serves up Croatian and Greek-inspired dishes that fuel your day. Their build-your-own sandwiches, daily fresh salads, and hearty hot meals offer something for everyone. Currently, they are running 3 $15 lunch specials so you can feel better about not bringing your lunch from home and simply eat up!
Refresh and nourish yourself at Vietality
For a quick but flavour-packed lunch, Vietality brings authentic Vietnamese dishes to the CBD. Their crispy pork belly banh mi and fresh rice paper rolls are local favourites, offering the perfect balance of light and satisfying – no one likes the post-lunch bloat at work. It’s an ideal spot for a meal that’s as efficient as it is delicious. Right now, take advantage of their lunch special where you can enjoy a bahn mi, spring roll, and drink for just $15.
Midday refuel at Little Miss Sunshine Brewery & Bistro
Craft beer and comfort food – sounds like the perfect midday treat! Little Miss Sunshine Brewery & Bistro is the laid-back lunch spot we all need where along with delicious eats (including a burger, chips, and beers offer happening right now), they craft small-batch beer – who doesn’t love a midday frothy? Perfect for casual team lunches or informal catch-ups, their lineup of craft brews pairs perfectly with their hearty, feel-good dishes.
A bit of me-time at Malt Traders
Prefer a quieter, nature-inspired escape? Malt Traders’ cozy outdoor garden area offers the perfect spot to enjoy a relaxing BYO lunch alongside their curated selection of beverages. It’s the ultimate blend of tranquillity and convenience in the middle of the CBD. If a midday lunch date is on the cards, Malt Traders is offering a $40 cheese board and Range Life wine for two from Mumbleberry, the precincts boutique providore.
Add some flavour at Mr Bao
Spice up your lunch break with Mr Bao, the Asian restaurant and bar serving up delicious bites. Specialising in authentic bao, this is the perfect spot for a quick yet tasty lunch. Until the end of March, you can indulge in their $15 bao, chips, and drink offer for the ultimate lunch break meal.
Nourish yourself at Juice Box
If a light and healthy lunch is what you’re after, Juice Box’s acai bowls and fresh juices are a no-brainer to get the energy you need to get through the day ahead.
A quick tipple at The Merchant’s Exchange
Get down to business at The Merchant’s Exchange, a sophisticated whisky bar perfect for important client meetings or after-work catch-ups.
