Tipsy Village is a Polish-French restaurant occupying a charming single-fronted Victorian house directly opposite South Melbourne Market. Since opening in 2019, it has become a neighbourhood favourite for visitors seeking honest, home-style Eastern European cooking in a relaxed, homely setting. Owner Peter Bernatt spent nearly three decades working as a computer consultant before returning to his first love, hospitality, training as a chef at Le Cordon Bleu London. That grounding shows in a menu built around comfort and authenticity: pierogi, golabki (cabbage rolls), crispy black pudding, pickled herring, and Polish sausages sit alongside French-inspired brunch dishes like croque madame and crepe suzette. To drink, Tipsy Village pours a dozen 500-millilitre Polish beers and a similarly generous list of Eastern European vodkas, along with coffee and a compact wine list. Peter and the team are known for talking guests through the menu and drinks list, sharing the stories behind traditional dishes and how best to enjoy them. The restaurant serves breakfast and lunch most days, with dinner service added Thursday to Saturday evenings. Seating spreads across a cosy interior and a shaded outdoor terrace, giving the space a warm, provincial feel that regulars liken to eating at a relative's home. Whether stopping in for weekend brunch or settling in for a slow Eastern European dinner, Tipsy Village offers a distinctive, unhurried dining experience just steps from the market.