With so many gun barrel eateries along Darby Street it can be hard to make a choice or…read moredifferentiate where one ends and another begins. But Frankie's Place with its aqua exterior really stands out and provides the relaxed feel you would expect from a beach city. Catching up with my brother for lunch and both being on and off conscious of diet we chose the roast pumpkin salad with chicken for an extra $4. The best salad I have ever ordered. EVER! I truly can not fault it. The honey mustard dressing was superb and the goats cheese and avocado were a great creamy addition. The pepita seeds were the cherry on top providing that crunch of texture salad sometimes needs. After drinking an awful smoothie recently in Sydney I was hesitant to order the banana version and settled on the Prince frappe consisting of mango, raspberry and pineapple. ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS! And so refreshing. My brother ordered the healthy super smoothie which I had been turned off as soon as I read spinach but after trying a sip, will not be deterred again. As good as the Prince, only $2 more at $9. A great place for lunch in Newcastle.

Our order was delivered to the table on a book. The Magic Pudding to be precise. Frankies Place was…read morealready pretty up there in terms of cool, but I think their latest serving trays will leave a definite hipster taste to your coffee. Regardless, it remains one of my "go to" cafes when in Newcastle for a consistently good breakfast (try the salmon - you'll never turn back) and a coffee. There's a gorgeous outdoor courtyard or upstairs area to dine in. Be warned though, this is one popular lady so she fills up quickly during peak dining times. On my last visit I feel like they'd maybe changed ownership as although still good it didn't pack as much of a punch and the whole book serving was a new thing. Frankies' don't disappoint me now!

This place has been around forever. Was the first place I ever got a decent coffee milkshake with…read morean espresso shot. I do like this venue a lot and the decor. Main eating areas inside and out, along with some quirky spots. I imagine the evening ambience to be quite nice. I have eaten here much as it tends to be on the dearer side but I've liked what's been presented. The staff all seem fairly young, possibly uni kids who engage each other more than worrying about patrons. But they are nice non the less. The outside area is great for those who want a little something and have your dogs with you.

Excellent breakfast place, very tasty creations, well balanced and well spiced. Really loved it…read more Slooooow service though, so prepare for a bit of a wait :-)

Been here multiple times, amazing coffee and the breaky bruschetta is the best…read more Partner has had the schnitzel and also the pancakes and he enjoyed them both. Cute little nick nacks to purchase, always wanted to get some of the soaps. View outside is great

They have great simple food with many gluten free options. Street dinning verandah and court yard…read moreby the river dinning.friendly professional staff. I love their salads and they have a great variety of specials. Located in the Main Street of Morpeth next to the bridge.

Delicious. Fantastic. Superb…read more Maybe a little overpriced, but good LORD the FOOD! It's just so GOOD! The Cubano was the best Cuban sandwich I've had outside of Florida. Take it from someone who lived in Tampa & ate Cuban sandwiches at LEAST once a week -- this place does them proper justice. The jalapeños are an inauthentic but totally welcome addition. The cheese is melted just right, the sandwich is pressed beautifully, & the mustard - it's just right; not too much or too little. My partner's chimmichurri steak was to die for. The thick slab of meat that any lesser cook would have undercooked or burnt was a PERFECT medium. & the relish... Delectable. I was torn between wanting to trade because it was that good, & not wanting to let him near my blissfully delicious sandwich. Well worth the price. Next time I find myself in Newcastle I know where I'm getting lunch.

The menu is a little arty, but the food is quite good. I love the coffee here and the service is…read morereally friendly. Sit by the window on a nice day and watch life walk by. I've spent hours here before reading the news and relishing life.

Great place and great food. Coffee was perfect too, a gem hidden from the Main Streetread more

Good atmosphere, good service, excellent bakery, good food. Although I never had fries served with…read morequiche, it was all good.

July 2016: Second stop here. No not disappointed at all! Service was outstanding yet again and…read morebrekkie was excellent. Place has a great vibe and draws a great and varied crowd. Will have to try lunch here but I know breakfast is a solid. Feb 2016: I walked up to the patio entrance and was welcomed as if I was here every Sunday! The place is pleasant inside and out and very comfortable. The menu has lots of options including making your own way. I chose the Plank. Yep I was definitely PLANKED for brekkie! Poached Scotch egg wrapped in mince lightly fried then baked! Along with potatoes several links and thick cut bacon. Plus fresh bread toast and butter. Topped off with a large Flat White! Great Sunday breakfast and a wonderful local spot for hanging out. Lots of families here and so relaxed! I got here a little before 0800 and by the time I left the place was getting really busy. Excellent. Enjoy!

Been here a couple times for lunch or breakfast. Great healthy selections with yummy coffees and…read morecold pressed drinks for every palette. Quick service and delicious combos. Açaí Bowl was very good compared to Southern Californian Acai bowls. Presentation is excellent for the food, as well as with coffee. Music wise, this place is so upbeat it brings back early 2000s memories. You may see people bopping along in their seats (I certainly did!).

I've only enjoyed this place a few times so far. Not been disappointed…read more Coffee has been good and I like the way they have put this place together. The tables I find interesting and the use of space is relaxed. I don't like sitting in someone else's pocket so this place is good for me. Included in the decor are things of interest which keeps you looking about while you wait for your drinks or food. There is some outdoor seating which puts you right by the road. If you don't mind the traffic noise you do get a bit of a view across the road to Lake Macquarie. So far it's my go to place when I go down to the lake.

This was my first experience at Q & Co and I'd happily return. Sitting outside taking in a mostly…read moreuninterrupted view of the lake, car spotting and generally enjoying a perfectly clear sky Sunday. Going inside to order revealed a relaxed decor, fun wall display of hanging menus and a service counter filled on both sides with beautifully presented pastries. The display really caught my eye; very nicely done and I'm not sure how I contained the urge to order something from it. I was in the mood for a sandwich and my partner quickly pointed out the Qubano and I was sold. Essentially ham and cheese with flare, served with chips. It smelled a little odd, probably the mustard, but tasted wonderful. The chocolate thick shake I ordered was large but needed more chocolate with most of it drizzled along the inside of the cup rather than in the drink itself. I had to keep scraping the sides with my straw to amp up the flavour.

Stopped in for brunch over easter. Great menu. Great service. And what a location, opposite one of…read morethe best beaches in the country. Thanks for a lovely morning Estabar.

One of my favorite coffee shops in newcastle! It it right next to the beach with great views and…read morethe coffee and food is also delicious.