The mall wasn't bustling but unless you're in the know this cute cafe could easily be overlooked…read more Just a quick right down an alley and you're there. Inside seating available but weather permitting it is much nicer sitting outside under the giant (insert type of tree). BUT PLEASE, don't feed the birds! My partner ordered the schnitzel and a Coke and to the pre warned serving size and amazement of our waitress I ordered a chocolate thick shake, chicken sandwich and wedges. The wedges were pricey but delicious with Lavender's signature seasoning that have a note of curry. The sandwich was fresh and loaded with fillings of chicken and avocado. Our order came in over $50. I'll leave that up to you to judge value for money but the service was prompt, the staff genuinely friendly and the venue relaxed and casual with a pathway behind for a stroll once you're done.

View is great. Service is always good…read more Probably a bit expensive, but it's good for those wanting to spend a bit more. Pancakes amazing but the schnitzel is ok. Probably the best coffee take away on high street.

You can't ask for a better roadside cafe than this. The couple running this spot couldn't be any…read moremore hospitable, the food is amazing and the views are breathtaking.

this place is awesome. stopped in for lunch and instantly fell in love with location and…read moredecoration. the waitress and chef are married and really interesting and friendly people. I got a chicken burger and the "freak" shake and both were delicious. I have no complaints about this place.

We came here twice in 24 hrs. It was THAT good…read more Every town needs a restaurant like this serving real food that's as good for you as it tastes. The owner made our generous wraps to order: Hummus, txaki, rocket, tomatoes, onions, carrots, eggplant, house made vegetarian burger, sun dried tomato, all for $10. The smoothies left us wondering what secret ingredient made it taste so good.

Stopped for a quick lunch and got take away. The food was almost as bad as the grumpy service. So…read moresorry to hold you up and willingly hand you coin for your mediocre food. It won't happen again.

Needed a quick lunch and followed Yelp here. Fast and friendly service. Food was fresh and healthy…read more Plenty of room. I like this place.

This place is a hidden gem! There aren't a ton of options on Cessnock - we wanted a quick, cheap…read morelunch - this place hit the spot! My boyfriend & I both ordered wraps which were moderately priced ($9ish), well portioned & really good! We ended up going back for breakfast the next day - it was packed!

Ah Polina's not only do you have the same nickname as my mother, but you make a coffee good enough…read moreto back up that name. Being in Cessnock *Hunter Valley* you'd think a café in the country wouldn't be able to compare to its city counter parts, oh how'd wrong you be. It all starts with Polina herself a very jittery and quirky lady from Europe who us extremely friendly. Then comes the food an assortment of Aussie classic breakfast foods with a little touch of class to them. Lastly comes the best part the coffee, it's the best I've had in Australia perfect amount of coffee to milk ratio and frothed perfectly! So if you're from the Hunter or just here on a wine trip you have to stop in! PS the bathroom in here is awesome, I won't say why but it goes hand & hand with your coffee.

Lovely greeting Great location…read more Mains around $20 Lovely seating area just a warning gets very hot at the back windows Food was lovely The let down was the staff. Moving to the table next to us after people left as it was too hot at the windows. The service went down in a big way. Had to ask the waitress or actually call her over to wipe the table after she cleared the previous guests plates, cutlery never replaced from previous guests so no cutlery to use, no replacement of napkins had to go and locate them off there shelves ourselves. Certainly recommend food well done chef. Need new waitresses.

Absolutely amazing customer service and just a great place in general super great view and nice…read moreseating the coffee was absolutely beautiful as such the food great place for family and friends.

The food was to die for and it was so good nice freindly staff great fast service and good food…read morenice cold brew iced coffee i had the bacon and egg roll it was so nice. Pottery green bakers is lovely and it is a good location it is near the train and other shops i highly recommend this place great food. Thank u Pottery green bakers.

So good to see this place has expanded in space and dining hours to offer dinner on Thursday to…read moreSaturday. I've been away for more than six months and this cafe's improvements have really elevated the Gordon St. John Ave precinct. We came here bright and early at 6am for breakfast. So bonus points for opening this early to cater to workers and people dealing with jet lag. We had muesli, French toast, big pan bf and warm flaky croissant. Every one was presented to us not only nicely but they also tasted great. Muesli was homemade, crunchy, well toasted with a good mix of nuts and dried fruit. The accompanying fresh fruit was of generous proportion too. French toast was made with their own baguette with sides of banana and syrup. Big bf was huge with eggs, 2 sausages, greens, mushrooms, bacon and a side of baguette. Croissant was fresh out of the oven and something to die for! We had 2 skim lattes which were average as it wasn't hot enough for our taste. I would return again and again but the breakfast did cost quite a bit so it will be for special weekends or a treat.

This place is amazing and if you have food allergies such as celiac (gluten intolerant) then you…read moreneed to visit Everything is cooked fresh and Jan and Russ are great people . there is one waitress her name escapes me but makes your breaky or lunch on Sunday's amazing.

From the owner: This unique cafe and B&B is situated within the historic home of 'Roseneath', built in 1837 and…read moreoriginally named the Queen Victoria Hotel. Anoushka's is known for fine home cooked breakfasts, lunches, high teas and deserts. Gluten free options are also available. Anoushka's also makes the finest coffee in the Hunter!