Swift service and smooth coffee I found at this teeny coffee in Mosman. The Penny Royal is always…read morebusy but that's no surprise at it really is small and the coffee really is tasty. The staff are funky but don't have the hipster attitude that can go with some trendy coffee shops. If you don't fancy squishing on to a table inside there are a few outside beside the leafy wall mural. I love the stripy shade awning and the continual buzz about this place. Campos Coffee Beans is the ingredient of choice and a La Marzocco machine the tool of the trade. The sourdough, ricotta, mushroom and pesto sandwich is worth a try. No wifi.

This place is up there with the most charming cafes on the North Shore. Set in a laneway the cute…read morehole in the wall spills out onto the sundrenched pavement so the ambience is peaceful and relaxed - you'd be forgiven for thinking you were actually nowhere near the eternally busy Military Road. The Campos coffee here is consistently good which is a big win in my book (nothing worse than inconsistency). They also have a delicious looking breakfast/lunch menu with gourmet twists on the usual suspects like 'Farmer Jo's Muesli with Apple Sticks, Cinnamon and Greek Yoghurt'. The only shame about this place is that it isn't open on a Sunday!

I was drawn to this sweet little café because it was off the main high street of Military road…read more(despite it's address). But then I saw the leafy fern motif wall and the long narrow layout - Albion's charm screamed sit down, sit down. It's a relaxed atmosphere in here so take a book or a girlfriend for a chat and enjoy the sweet feelings this café induces. The coffee will do the trick too. The barista looks very cosy in the back corner making coffee. Paul Bassett Espresso (World Barista of the year 2003) coffee beans are used to make the hot brew. They serve breakfast (try the Italian baked eggs with tomato, leg ham and shallots for $12.50), lunch (Bruschetta with roasted pumpkin, goats feta and rocket for $12.00 tickle your fancy?) and a few delicious sweet treats. No Wifi, heaters outside. Nice place for a cosy cuppa on weekdays. Susanne - one of the owners - is very friendly.

Good little cafe with indoor and outdoor seating away in the lane way away from the traffic of the…read moreroad. Staff super friendly. Ordered the baked eggs special which was a bit smaller than expected (when used to having a shakshouka which is rather large this version was a bit of a variation)... smaller but tasty, and served with fresh sourdough toast. Coffee was fine, standard strength flat white. A good spot for brunch - if you arrive early enough in winter you'll progressively get the sun as both you and the sun wake for the day.

The location is excellent, the ambience is excellent but the food leaves a little bit to be…read moredesired. This place could be so much more than it is right now. I understand what they are trying to do but with some minor modification they could be excellent. I had the Cassoulet with Sausage and Poached egg for breakfast and it was a tin of baked beans heated with sausage in it and a poached egg on top....quite disappointing as a cassoulet is something completely different for me. The bacon was also a bit underdone for my liking and a greasy. I would go back here but given the choice I would pick Burnt Orange just a few meters down the road.

Excellent spot for lunch or afternoon tea on a sunny day. There's not that many outdoor cafes…read morearound on the North Shore that don't look out onto a busy road, so we keep on going back to Frenchy's. It's wonderful on a sunny winters afternoon to get a sheltered spot in the sun and have tea or coffee, or maybe a glass of wine (plus a pastry - no alcohol orders without food). It's also a plus that they cater for dogs, either at one of the outer tables or in the "dog parking" area. I've also been for lunch a few times. I don't agree with the reviews below - the quiche or pies with salad, or maybe a platter, are simple but tasty and good value.

A nice cafe with a nice open sunny terrace. The milkshakes are excellent and the burger with the…read morehome made chips was divine. The coffee here is also good. Not a bad choice for a brunch or some lunch in Neutral Bay.

Whilst the portions are probably not ample enough for my gigantic scoff-meister appetite, this…read moreplace is good and consistent with its food, coffee and waitstaff (who will ignore you for as long as it takes you to get up and demand they actually do their job instead of discuss who is the most hipster one of all). For breakfast, get the pancakes or the brekkie wrap. If you've had an all-nighter, you can get excellent coffee by the bowlful. Seriously. For lunch, definitely go the BLAT. As most seating is outside, go on a sunny day. And hope that a lone jerk face with a book and a tea isn't hogging an eight seater table in the sun.

This is a great new brunch spot in Neutral Bay. Open air, clean and friendly service. Definite…read moreCanadian themed menu with the maple syrup, canadian bacon, smoked salmon and bagels! I had the egg scramble while my friend had a Croissant sandwich. The Croissant looked amazing (and tasted so according to her). The owners know what they are doing, picking the best sources for food around Sydney to bring to your plate. They also have gelato, though haven't tried it yet. Give this place a spin!

Great new Canadian themed cafe has opened up in Neutral Bay. Awesome coffee and delicious…read moresandwiches on the freshest, crusty bread. We couldn't decide between the chicken and the roast beef sandwiches, so we ordered both and shared. Oh man the chicken was gooey and delicious. The roast beef was nice and pink and juicy. The owner was very friendly as we chatted about our favorite places back home in Canada. Will definitely be back.

I appreciate that some sad, lonely folks find comfort in frequenting an establishment to engage in…read morehuman contact, but when it is in breach of good social etiquette, it can make for a terrible customer experience for other patrons. So, there I was, ordering my coffee and breakfast burrito when this guy barges between me and the counter and loudly greets the proprietors of the cafe while I am still placing my order. That's bad enough, but when the waitress starts to chat with this knuckle head I start to lose my cool, however, I refrain from verbalising my disdain, instead I stare at the guy like he has two heads. He finally apologises for barging in on my order but continues his conversation, right about now I am thunderstruck, I'm also super keen on getting my coffee and burrito... Finally my order is placed and I wait, and wait, and wait. Finally, I get my order, but not before old bargy pants! They actually served this tosser his coffee first! At that moment, I just think, F@3k it! Let's get outta here and never return. I get home, drink some coffee and unfurl the wrapping on my breakfast burrito to reveal a goddam BLT rolled in a wrap. Needless to say, Don Adan's sucks balls. Terrible service, inability to provide a correct order and nepotism make for a very poor customer experience.

They have gluten free, paleo and vegan cakes…read more Wide variety of milk alternatives, almond, soy, macadamia and coconut. Coffee is well balanced and excellent....they also have vegan hot chocolate Breakfast menu is extensive with great options for protein shakes. The staff are efficient and friendly.

The only reason this café gets more than one star in my review, which by the way is based solely on…read morehaving one coffee, is because they gave me a tiny Teddy with my coffee. That being said the tiny Terry is also one of the reasons that I only give it two stars because much like the rest of the cafe itself, it is incredibly pedestrian. Speaking of pedestrian, the coffee is simply not good. And holy cats, it was so hot. Maybe they should think of using a temperature gauge in your milk jug. Essentially this place is a run-of-the-mill take away shop located in the prime restaurant area, I don't know how they have or will continue to stay open. Especially when it is right across from The Penny Royal and Fourth Village Providore. I mean seriously, the coffee taste like liquid cardboard with distinct hints of cherry and chocolate. But I don't care about cherry and chocolate whenever I'm eating cardboard. This is just bad.

Over looking Middle Head this little old world charm has a life in itself. If only the walls could…read morespeak. It is opposite a naval base and just up the road from a notorious nude beach. The atmosphere here... is fresh and the verandah is full of chatty customers. My friends and I were celebrating a birthday (not mine) and the food was interesting to say something positive. It looked beautiful, well presented with lovely garnishes. To come down the basics the Burnt Orange Fish Pie was nothing to rave about. It was lovely but I have made something similar on a Sunday night as a light meal. Maybe I just have good taste, ha. My companion had the salmon, needed more cooking, It shouldn't be raw in the middle. Further down the table one lass had the steak. It looked great but the shoestring fries were burnt. Maybe I am being a little critical but for expensive prices you need excellence. The cheapest wine was $44 a bottle. We had two bottles, red and white. Doesn't go too far with 6 people celebrating a birthday. Glad we had the birthday cake with everyone at the birthday girl's home. Then the champagne came out.

I dropped in for a quick lunch at this elegant open air restaurant. The atmosphere is sunny-summer…read moreporch, topped with a cool breeze and beautiful view of Sydney harbor. I chose the Wagyu burger with fries, the least elegant item on the menu but assuredly THE most delicious burger I have ever had. I paired it with the Burnt Orange Shiraz, which exquisitely matched the perfectly cooked beef and cheese burger. Fries are excellent as well. Who knew?! I shall return.

Great coffee, great lunch options, reasonable prices. The…read morestaff are cool, and the spiral staircase is cooler (and you have to walk down it carefully). Coffee is great, as is the option for gluten free almost anything, should your friends need it. I'll be back.

Really cool cafe on Military Rd. Specifically the layout of the cafe... walk in and walk up the…read morethin, windy stairs to go up to the upstairs section. But putting aside the layout this is still a good cafe. The coffee here is good, and the barista is a lover of coffee and willing not only to advise, but also to complain about what is lacking with their style of coffee - which was surprisingly refreshing. The food here should be your drawing card here. It is simple but good. I really like the breakfast brioche, especially when add some mushrooms to it. Saying that they are willing here to add or subtract anything on the menu to make exactly what you would like on your plate. Going from there, the staff here are extremely friendly, and make you feel as if you are home. Which generally improve your experience. This is an extremely relaxed and that is awesome for the weekends. But sometimes this place is extremely busy and so you might miss out on a seat, but if you are lucky you can sit down and relax.

Great coffee, tasty pastries. I had full breakfast at another Pasture location which was delicious,…read moreso I'm betting it's good here as well. Location is perfect for grabbing a coffee for a morning stroll on the beach. Easy walk-up ordering means it's dog-friendly too.

My sister and I had a magnificent wagyu beef burger I…read morereturned with my husband and sister for the magnificent wagyu beef burger and gently sautéed calamari salad . Magnificent lunch experiences!!