No one really expects a great cafe let alone a good cafe in this part of town…read more It's tucked away in a very local and residential area and very unexpecting. The food coffee and service is kinda like that too. Ive had big brekkie, shamsuka, few odd teas and coffees and cold drinks here and there. Definitely one of the better cafes in sydney. Reasonably priced and tasty i highly recommend this joint if youre passing thru the area Service is pretty good considering how busy it is at brekky times.

Whilst Butter Chicken was advertised and we paid for , they didn't have any ! We settled for a…read morepulled pork bun and sweet potato chips and an Eggs Benedict, The tables are small and crowed and we are a bit unco so we spilt most of the chips on the floor. We did try a few and they were very nice. The pulled pork was delicious and the eggs Benedict was good. Coffee was OK. The staff were very nice and apologetic and food was served quickly. We have seen this place full but it was empty today. Today was lunch 1pm on Wednesday. It is like a little oasis and in the middle of suburbia.

Damn, this place is pretty fly. I've passed by it but I'd never gone in for a meal until today…read more I've always been fascinated by the coffee brewing in all the science like glass wear. It drips and percolates and fumigates and yeah I know nothing about coffee. Even with the modern look of the cafe it still has it's homely pleasures with the solid wooden and metal tables. The menu maintains traditional cafe meals while exploring flavour combinations which sound, look and TASTE impressive. Order at the counter. Pay at the counter. Take your number and take a seat. The service is very fast. It was our waitress's first day. She had been trained very professionally and knew her stuff. Big breakfast for myself and a breakfast gnocchi for the wife. I know. Breakfast pasta? Could such a thing work? My wife being the pasta-holic that she is needed to try it out. The big breakfast was excellent. The eggs (scrambled) were perfect. Everything perfect. Even the pile of smashed avocado, sitting in the centre of my plate like a fat green blob, tasted great. Avocado usually freaks me out. The breakfast gnocchi was amazing but became overwhelming in the later half of the meal. The gnocchi itself was the creamiest clouds of potato yum-yum I'd ever had. The crispy potato skins added wisps of texture throughout the meal. The tomato chutney sauce was delicious but was also the reason why the flavours become too intense. Two coffees and two meals came to a solid $51. A bit steep but it was very tasty and well worth it. Kept us full all morning and early afternoon. We'd return here again.

In all honesty I was surprised how awesome this place actually was. In front of the Coles you would…read morenot look twice, but this would be a mistake as this little cafe is great! Now as it is in a shopping center the atmosphere is not as hipster as other cafes, but for once I think we can get over the place of a cafe, if the food and coffee are worth it. The best thing here is the food. Firstly it came out quite quickly, and I was starving at the time, this was greatly appreciated. Secondly, it was fantastic! Worth every cent that I paid for. Now, I've only come here for breakfast so no idea how good the lunch is. When the coffee came out I was slightly anxious. Would be as good as the food? It was a good cup, but not the best cup of coffee I've ever had, hence why only 4-stars. However, I think it is better than all the other cafes in the center. So if you are in the area, this cafe is definitely worth the visit.

This is such a nice place! The food is all really good quality and well presented, and the staff…read moreare friendly and hospitable! It's the kind of place where you'd just walk past if you don't know anything about it, but do pop in! They've got a dartboard and a really homely feeling. Also, perfect date lunch spot. They don't have loud music, and it's often not that crowded. Plus, the lighting is pretty romantic hehe. The TV is always playing something interesting, too

Smelly Cheesecake Cafe, I love you so "matcha"!…read more Sydney seems to be having a love affair with matcha as big names such as Café Cre Asion and Chanoma Cafe are topping the lists of must-visit places. Trendy, it is. Healthy, it is also! Matcha is known to be a superfood that is rich in nutrients and antioxidants, improves energy and increases energy levels to name a few benefits. Riding on this wave is The Smelly Cheesecake Cafe with some inspired matcha dishes, namely the matcha cheesecake which was absolutely phenomenal. The top layer of matcha was fluffy, added a pop of pale green color to an otherwise traditionally monochromatic dessert and the flavor was quite subtle but definitely noticeable. The bottom cheesecake was decadent, added a bit of tang and was supremely smooth and creamy. The matcha layer made up about 80% of the dessert while the actual cheesecake layer made up about 20% which may seem like a huge discrepancy but eaten together, it was the perfect concoction as it wasn't too rich, wasn't too sweet and wasn't too tangy. Portion-wise, it was a bit on the smaller side as it left me craving more. Before I talk about the iced matcha latte, I must preface this by saying that I'm a big fan of Starbucks' Green Tea frap. The one I had at the Smelly Cheesecake Cafe was much less sweet and just as creamy and refreshing. I don't have a single bone to pick when it comes to this spot. Plenty of comfortable seating, some pillows, inviting atmosphere and super friendly service! Perfect for a catch up session or even a date.

The cheesecake here is really great! Matcha one had a subtle matcha taste but enough to be…read moreenjoyable, and it was so soft and delicate. Service is pretty fantastic too. Really friendly and really efficient. It felt slightly pricey for the small size, but worth it.

Absolutely cozy cafe for me. I like everything. And I do not have to tell the taste of coffee. The…read moredownside is that I am worried about whether this place will last for a long time because of the burger that is too big for the price and the cold room temperature all day. Overall good!

We live in Lidcombe and after years of having nowhere to go lucky for breakfast, the Cosy Corner…read moreCafe appeared. The breakfast was perfect, the eggs how we asked for them, the coffee great, the staff were friendly and efficient, the ambience-cosy!I just dont want too many people to find out about this jewel of a place far away from the bustle of shopping centres.

A peaceful oasis in the middle of the busy Olympic Park! The café offers great coffee and light…read morebites with a focus on healthy, wholesome options. The staff are friendly and attentive, making it a perfect spot for a quick lunch or coffee break during events.

What a cute little cafe with nice food and great pastries. Service was on point and the vibes just…read moreput me in the mood for a margarita

One of my favorite breakfast spots when I come into Sydney . Really fresh and it's like a taste of…read morethe city out here in the suburbs.

Great coffee and food. Friendly quick service, I recommend this place as great to pickup a quick…read morebite or coffee in this are it's the best!!

This cafe gives the impression of one of those places you can grab a coffee with your favourite…read morebook and settle in for the long haul. What's unusual about this place is that really doesn't allow you to feel like you've settled in. You feel dwarfed by the ultra high ceilings, and not the slightest bit cozy. The burgers tasted okay, but the meat pattie was very soft and watery. To have the pasta you had to make an order in a specific time window, between 11am and 1:30pm. The coffee tasted fine, but nothing to write home about. The staff were nice enough.

It was my first time at the cafe ...nice location the mall. Plenty of seating and the service was…read moreefficient . Coffee was great too . Must visit

This place is awesome, it's out of the way and in a nice quiet scene. Sitting by the water with the…read morecamo on the roof, as the helicopter flys over it's the feeling of being in a movie or even in a proper army tent. Sitting outside in the beautiful weather with small slithers of sunlight seeping through the camo roof. As I'm siting and people watching I see the food enter towards me. Lavish Hugh meals that are enought for 2 people to share. The taste is amazing and the service is fab. If you ever get a chance I highly recommend eating her... And not to scare you, don't worry about the silver water goal.... No convicts are getting out of there.

The Good: - great location with indoor and outdoor seating…read moreoverlooking the river - friendly and attentive staff - opens early on weekends (7.30am) , so a great stop over during an early morning walk or bike ride The Not So Good: - overpriced for fairly average food