Although this is a small place, it is top quality! Loved…read morethe food we got. I had a chicken Caesar salad which was to die for The chef knows what he is doing!!!

This cafe is the only suburban cafe I am aware of that opens around 7:30am. When I first went here,…read moreI asked whether they did almond milk expecting the answer to be a flat no or like many other cafes, I would get a look as if I were an alien with three heads. Not here!! They cater for us vegans who love a cheeky almond milk latte in the morning. Their takeaway cups are Lavazza so I assume they also use their beans. It's a nice blend: not too bitter, not too tasteless and complete with almond milk, it's a feast for the senses. I have yet to try their food hence my 4-star verdict, however if it's anything like their coffee, I'd be more than willing to give them a 5-star review. The staff are friendly and I've been going so frequently they know my order by heart! Great cafe for those in the area who don't travel to the CBD during the week.

First time failed due to too late,had breakfast over this morning and found it is really a lovely…read moreplace to enjoy.. fabulous breakfast, good coffee, and the most important is super atmosphere sitting in..

When I learnt that one of the chefs from Ruby Red Flamingo is opening his own eatery, I was…read moreexcited! Even more so because its location is closer to home. We found the place on Regency Road, amongst various shop fronts on the busy road. It wasn't the biggest of space upon entering, however, it was bright, filled with natural light and real plants. The shabby chic look worked well against the cool white walls. The fittings and furniture has clearly been recycled and / or upcycled from various op shops. It was well put together. The place was packed! And loud! We sat on the square communal table with strangers as that was the only option. Nothing wrong with that. The place wouldn't hold more than 30 patrons comfortably. Once we have decided, we placed our orders at the counter. We were advised that they were sold out of the rosticcceria items, rather disappointing as that was what I wanted. This was one of their baked-in-house items. My friend ordered the smashed avocado with riccotta on focaccia and i had the cheese pizza, with pancetta and rocket ordered as extras. Her meal came out in a timely manner, but mine did not come out till she has finished. When it did come out, my raw pancetta did not look appetising, so I requested for it to be cooked. When it returned, it looked slightly better and because I was famished, I slowly ate it with little excitement. The pizza was so dry, it was a bit of a challenge trying to enjoy it. To their credit, they did tell me that there is no sauce on the pizza. The cheese was actually baked inside the bread. Perhaps I didn't pick right, but it was the driest pizza I have ever had. My friend wasn't impressed with her smashed avocado either. She found it bland and rather boring. So, she modified it by adding salt and chilli flakes to make it more interesting. Perhaps we both lucked out with our selections, but the wait was a massive factor, especially when our meals was delivered separately. Pricepoint - very reasonable. Most expensive item was $18.00 Will I return? Maybe in 3 months time after they have settled in more and worked out their teething issues.

Great food great coffee.. La crema coffee lot of things changed since 8 years ago. Beautiful…read moreservice there. A lot of locals have become frinds from this place. Love seeing them going together and having coffee there

The Gardens Cafe can be found on North East Road in the small Hampstead Gardens "shopping centre"…read morethey have there (near the massive tool shop). I went into this little cafe full of good expectations, as the place was clean (usually these kinds of cafes creep me out a bit) and the Asian lady behind the counter was really lovely. Then I got my coffee, and it was way too hot to drink, so I took it away and waited a while before I drank it. I didn't even finish it, it was pretty horrible coffee unfortunately, and I'm not very picky when it comes to coffee. The only reason I'm giving this place 2 stars is because the lady was really nice and their salads etc for their sandwiches looked really fresh and appetising. So, it's somewhere good to stop off and grab a quick bite and a Farmers Union Iced Coffee, but I wouldn't recommend having a real coffee. Just saying. Also, they seem to have some pretty good deals for breakfast meals, but whether they are any good I don't know, and honestly not that keen to try it out.

This place has deteriorated seriously since it opened. I think there are new owners because what…read morewas once a well priced friendly neighborhood cafe has turned sour. They now gouge you if you want to substitute one thing for another, eg a pizza topping - so swapping mushrooms for onion costs $2. When asked about it, I was given a diatribe about how hard it is with customers wanting to change things all the time - well that is what hospitality is about. This strikes me as plain greed. I don't plan to return until they sort this out.

Upon walking in and seeing the menu, I was surprised at all the options. I was just expecting a…read morelittle place for a coffee and cake after taking a walk in the park, but this is not all they offer. I ordered a Mango Chicken Burger, and as it was mothers day, my mum ordered a risotto. The flavour of the burger was amazing, with the mango, avocado and the aioli, but the chips tasted like they were sitting around for a while. The risotto was not creamy like a risotto but had a "incredible taste". The building is in need of a renovation, but otherwise it is an amazing location. You might want to make a booking though, as it gets quite busy

I met a friend for lunch and no trouble parking in a nearby free carpark just steps from the…read moreentrance. When you first enter you notice it is clean and reasonably quiet especially when taking into account its size. In addition there is adequate seating for a variety of group sizes and the tables do not feel cramped or crowded with unnecessary condiments or extraneous items. As you approach the ordering area you will be enticed to grab something sweet! I certainly was, but only with Herculean effort did I resist (this time). At this visit there was an orange polenta muffin prominently displayed at eye level and a raspberry brownie that called out to me from among the delicious and fresh looking selections... Looking over the menu there were a variety of selections to appeal to everyone, including veggos! I decided on a toastie with smoked salmon and scrambled egg. It had an attractive appearance and was, indeed, delicious if just a tad too salty. Though I didn't have coffee at this visit I will be back as I understand it is of the cold pressed variety!! And make no mistake, I will be back, that polenta muffin is still calling out to me...

If you live nearby this will soon become your preferred meeting spot or oasis of solitude…read more If you don't live nearby, you'll wish you did. Quality breakfasts, variety of roasted beans, friendly and professional staff. A variety of seating options, from booths and tables to long share tables. The only option missed is some lounge chairs. Free wifi, just ask staff for the current code.

Royston Park Cafe, you had me at boozy brunch! Oh yes, this café offers a very impressive brunch…read moremenu accompanied with a range of alcoholic bevvys so either start your weekend right or fight that hangover. This is definitely one of those "word of mouth" cafés that the locals hoard to themselves. Well, not anymore! I am making a record for others to enjoy Royston Park residents! Sorry! In the backstreets of Royston Park, just near Marden Shopping Centre you will find this café. There is a lot of seating, inside and out. Best part is that doggies are welcome. The menu here is large and customisable. I was instructed to order the Tagliolini with blue swimmer crab and salsa rosa. But, with the addition of a poached egg ontop (Thank you Jordan G.). To which I answered, hells yeah pasta for brunch! Gimmie! The pasta itself was really well made. Fresh, homemade and cooked well. What I liked about the rosa sauce and crab as that it complimented the pasta. Just as it is served traditionally. So, as if it was not the centre stage of the dish, it brings it all together. The sauce was creamy, the crab was flaked and evenly portioned through the pasta. What a great flavour! Blue Crab is something that is truly worth celebrating in Australia. It works so well in a dish like this. Well done chef! I did need to add a bit more seasoning, but that could just be my salt inclined palate. Finally, I can see why Jordan likes that poached egg ontop, it just gives an extra depth and richness to the dish. As for the café, you want to get in early. They don't take bookings. This place seems to get packed out, even though it is hidden away from the main streets. But, do know that if you have to wait for a table, it's worth it!

Tucked away in the 'burbs, this delightful cafe could be easily missed - but for a Thursday morning…read moreit was full of people enjoying their mid morning coffee and breakfast. The owners seem genuinely nice and happy to have you there. Great service! Coffees were delivered fast and hot hot hot! Very smooth coffee, although I did add a sugar to sweeten. I ordered the eggs-your-way on toast (my way = scrambled) with mushrooms and spinach, for a very nice price of $12.90. I did need some bacon though, which was an extra $4 (which I find a bit steep) but the portion size was very generous. My partner in crime got the big breakfast with.....2 fried eggs, sourdough toast, homemade baked beans, tomato, spinach, mushrooms, bacon and sausage! What a mouthful (literally!) ! I found the food delicious. Maybe slightly oily (the spinach) but overall I was really satisfied and full to the brim. There is indoor and outdoor seating, and as it was such a lovely sunny day, we sat outside. Only downside for me would be its on the corner of a road, so cars go past a bit, and there is a big Telstra public phone box right in front of outdoor seating area. Which they can't help, but it would be nice to enjoy the leafy street without that in your eyesight. It's a fairly quiet & peaceful street though, with lots of puppy dogs and their owners strolling past. Overall - a lovely place for breakfast! Thank you!

Strong and dark and so is his coffee. I'm not sure what Mick enjoys more, making coffee or chatting…read morewith the customers, but he does both with ease. I love a bit of a flirt and giggle, and at 8.30 in the morning it can take you by surprise before your morning caffiene fix. But, don't let that put you off. The coffee is good, and I'm fussy about my first cup of the day. The espresso is strong and Fair-trade, and they don't use the cheap, foul tasting soy milk either. Oh, and if you flirt back, you might just get an extra stamp on your coffee card.

A new cafe in an old corner grocery store has breathed life back into a sad little shop…read more We went there for a Friday morning coffee (opens at 830) and 3 hours later we were still there after our 2nd cups/pots of tea that pour seemingly endless cups (ok..maybe 3). It's advertised as a cooking school, cafe and "stuff" venue, and is starting slowly with openings just Mon - Friday until 4pm, but they have events coming up, and have various cooking opportunites, including classes for kids - so keep up to date on https://www.facebook.com/FiveLittleFigs. The breakfasts that were served looked generous and delicious, and they have gluten, wheat and vegan food on offer and it looks fresh and sumptuous...next time! They cater to children, so if you're worried about young people playing (and crying) - don't come! I see this as a refuge for parents who want to meet their friends while their kids can draw on the chalk board or have something to eat at their own table. Support a new local, or pop out of your way for a quirky, delicious cafe.

The building used to be an old deli and the exterior looks temporary and disused but as soon as you…read morewalk in its lovely. We asked for a menu and sat down and noticed the menu was pretty much a standard breakfast menu minus the healthier or more foodie special options befitting a gourmet cooking school. So I went up to order and after we ordered I noticed there was a specials board (which you wouldn't necessarily expect to see for breakfast) which was hidden from view from the dining area. Luckily it had one green Juice and two healthier more interesting breakfast options so we changed our order. It's surprising they didn't direct us to the menu board when we were given the menu. The green juice was excellent, and so was the mushrooms on toast. The creamed oats were not too creamy, just right. The coffee was terrible, the worst I have seen for a while. A 'flat white' is normally not literally white! The 'crema' on the top was white with not a tinge of brown and it tasted over milky as well.

I gotta say... I really want to love this place. It's has…read moresuch a cute location and is conveniently close to where I live. The decor is cute, modern and very stylish with beautiful displays of cakes and cookies which catch your eye upon entering the premises. However, the service is some of the slowest I have experienced. And this alone is enough to put me off. I have returned many times to give credit to the staff at some of their busy periods but unfortunately even with an empty place I takes 15 mins to receive an "iced"latte. Simply not good enough for the price. The coffee isn't bad but I get a better quality coffee at my local cibo.

My experiences with The Nest is a mixed one. Have visited here and had terrible and extremely slow…read moreservice where things were forgotten tables served before us that arrived 20 minutes after us and rude staff. Then I have been and received quick and polite service! Can't working out here!! The meals lately seem to be slightly less in size and taste than they used to be. Even though its hit and miss its a local so I go back!!

A popular mid morning cafe for Mums to take their kids or meet with other Mums and gossip. It's…read moreright next to a childcare centre so I'm sure all those parents frequent Veloce. The place is pretty basic, with some of the usual suspects on the menu - foccacias, gelati, coffee and salads but it is a very relaxed place in a nice new suburb (Northgate) with plenty of young -middle aged people about. Veloce is run efficiently, never gets too busy and has plenty of seating inside and outside.

This unassuming little cafe is at the back of the group of shops here, and if you're driving past…read moreyou probably won't see it. It's a nice little cafe with your standard Italian breads, breakfast items, and of course coffee. While this all may seem pretty standard, what they do, they do rather well. Well enough for it to come up in conversation when talking about places to go for lunch. Yes lunch, and only lunch. They're not open for dinner which is a shame, but I'm sure they have their reasons. The prices are more than reasonable and undercut a lot of other cafes around the area. If you're nearby and want a good feed at a decent price then check this place out.