Great coffee and muffins. Busiest cafe on the street with the locals hanging out every day…read more Small and intimate. Just the place you come to where people remember your name.

Swell has been a part of the Avalon cafe scene for years however I've only just realised what a…read morelittle treasure this place is. It's a pretty simple layout with almost bench seating across one side and a few table sprawling onto the street. Clearly everyone else knew about this place because there is always a a couple people hanging around. They serve allpress beans and dish up quite a good cuppa for 'burbs coffee'- in fact it's the best coffee I've found in Avalon so far. I came here after a post beach lunch and went for the spinach, goat cheese, cherry tomato and avocado on rye toast which was pretty awesome- a solid half a star of this rating is attributed to that super tasty rye bread alone. They also do fresh juices- I tried the pineapple, mint, ginger and something juice which was pretty tasty. They staff were really chilled and friendly and the guy didn't care at all that I changed my order like 3 times. They were also going above and beyond to help give a recommendation to a couple not from around here about a nice restaurant in the area. Really enjoyed this place and kicking myself I didn't discover it 10 years ago!

Great surprise to find this in the back streets of Avalon in what I always disregarded as a nothing…read moregroup of shops. Food was really nice albeit a little bit pricey, but location more than made up for it. The menu was quite substantial with all options available all day (perfect for a late breakky) and they also do a fresh squeezed juice each day. We had the smashed avo and the forage bowl and I'm keen to come back and try a few other options. Can't really give an opinion on the coffee as I was coerced into trying the turmeric latte- which I won't be trying again. If for nothing else, it's worth coming out to have a seat on the verandah and have a coffee amongst the trees and enjoy this hidden locals spot.

The staff are super friendly, food is delicious (and good for you!) and the coffee (produced by…read moreBarrelone) is made to perfection. All produced on a lovely outside deck. MUST try!!

This little eatery is just off the main drag & a local took us there. Otherwise we may have looked…read morefor somewhere that looked a bit more exciting. So glad we ate there. I had a great steak sandwich which included beetroot & bacon. My friends had the fish & chips and a chicken melt. Everyone was happy! Delicious food, good prices and really friendly service. Give it a try!

So I am slightly torn about this place. The people that work here are extremely friendly and you…read morefeel right at home. However, the food and the coffee here are not equal to the quality of the staff. Firstly, the coffee here is below what you would expect - especially as there is so much better coffee in the area. The beaches are now beaming with good coffee, so I am was extremely disappointed with the level of coffee. The food here is not bad, but it is not good. It is quite average. On the plus side the food is served on the larger portion side, and is reasonably priced. But again there is better cafes on the Northern Beaches, and so I was again disappointed. So in summary, I probably won't be coming back to this cafe, even though it looked good.

Cocoa Bar is the perfect smoothie stop for those who have a sweet tooth. They have an excellent…read morearray of ice-cream and sorbet. But wait..it doesn't stop there! Be spoiled with macaroons and other delectable treats! The mixed berry smoothies are really good. The staff give you the option of milk or juice with your smoothie. Positioned on the main road through Newport, this shop attracts a number of locals and beach-goers wanting to quench their thirst or stop by for an afternoon delight. There is seating available both out the front, in the shop and out the back. The premises are modern and clean, providing customers with a decent break from the sweltering summer sun. The Cocoa Bar also makes for a decent coffee run after the weekly shopping!

Nice place to sit and watch the world go by. The coffee is very nice, as was the muesli and yoghurt…read moreI had with a side of fresh fruit. Great place to go of a morning if you're in the Northern Suburbs

The Flying Fox Cafe is a perennial favorite of families in the area. It's a great place for kids'…read moreparties with picnic tables, barbecues, and the creative playground that includes the Flying Fox "zip line". The paved track attracts runners, skaters, walkers and cyclists alike. The center grassy area inside the track is great for dogs, practicing soccer moves and anything requiring open space. I didn't go on the trail or near the water, but those features add to the appeal. The cafe itself has a varied menu and on this day we had a friand and flat white for me and banana bread for grandson. Both of us finished our treats in no time, not leaving even a crumb for the scavenging birds.

A lovely semi outdoor cafe with good coffee. The park it is located in is beautiful and right in…read morethe water. Not glamorous but a pleasant surprise.

The server Isaac garnham working at this establishment at 12:22 pm on Sunday the first of February…read morewas delivering with absolutely abysmal service. He did give me a sizeable taste test though but I had to blow him for it. He also refused to give a man dying of thirst free water and showed racial prejudice and preference to those of the Caucasian ethnicity when it came to server priority and sample mass. The vibe he has created is on of racial exclusion and overcharging those with differing life choices.

You just can't go wrong with the world's best ice cream!!!…read more After a trip to the beach on a hot summer day, this is the perfect treat. Don't let the long lines dissuade you. They are very adept at getting the crowds in and out efficiently. My 5 star spoiler is the need for more cleanliness on the customer side of the freezers. I realize they get a lot of traffic and people carelessly drop wrappers, tasting spoons, and napkins but they should have someone dedicated to cleaning the area often. I highly recommend my favorite coffee, coffee, buzz, buzz, buzz. Though I must admit all five of us loved the flavors we chose.

Great Italian food, attentive service and a cozy, inviting space make Pizza Capanna worth…read morerevisiting in the future. The staff was friendly and accommodating to an active four year old. I decided to try their beef lasagna. Son had cheese gnocchi and grandson had a child's portion cheese pizza. The pizza didn't seem to have much sauce, but we requested a dish of extra sauce and that made the difference to grandson. Son and I both enjoyed our dishes, which were just the right size. Except for takeaway, we seemed to be the only diners eating in, but that was fine with us. The Italian scenery paintings on the wall were fascinating to grandson and we got many pictures. There's a nice selection of adult beverages including wine, beer, and spirits. With a broad selection of pizzas and pastas, it's a delicious place for dinner.

Pizza Capanna's street sign makes a common claim... Best Pizza on the northern beaches. They may be…read moreright. Don't let the location near fast food outlets fool you. Try it. I'm updating my review because I've eaten here every week for 4 months straight. I have tried almost everything on the menu. Pizza is excellent, pasta is excellent. Breakfast is great, lunch is great, dinner is great. Coffee is great (they use Coffee Brothers beans). Staff are friendly. The only downside is location next to a carwash and the fast food places. The food wont let you down.

This cafe is only a few mins from my home but I only recently discovered it. Located at the Marina…read moreat Bayview, you'd be forgiven for missing this cafe from the street as it sits on the waterfront side of the building. Entry is from the small car park to the left side of the building (not the main council car park located to the right). I visited on a cold and rainy day, possibly the worst time to take advantage of the location, and it was still lovely. Warmed by an outdoor heater, the seating is outdoor undercover. Orders are placed at the counter, but food is delivered to the table. Seating is comfortable but not luxurious. The staff were very friendly and highly attentive. The menu is all day breakfast or lunch, prices aren't cheap but based on quality of fare I would say they are reasonable. I ordered a full breakfast consisting of bacon, sausage, egg, mushrooms, toast and hash brown. The menu price was $20 which is at the upper end of what I'd expect to pay for a cafe breakfast. I asked for them to hold the hash brown as I didn't want it. What arrived was a mountain of good food. 3 full bacon rashers, 2 sunny side up eggs, 2 beef sausages, 3 slices of premium loaf toast, a halved grilled tomato and sauted mushroom. I have to assume they added extra bacon in lieu of the hash brown because there was no room left on the plate for anything else. It was delicious, pure and simple. Perhaps it was the cold weather, perhaps it was the cosy warmth of the heater, perhaps it was waiting until midday for breakfast. Even accounting for all those things, the food was delicious. The bacon was premium quality, the eggs were free range, the sausages were gourmet, everything was cooked perfectly. We asked for a coffee and that came in a big mug, ready to warm the hands, perfectly suited to the day. Maybe it was a one off to have such a good experience, and it helps when you're not expecting it, but I will be heading back here.

This is one delightful cafe with beautiful views over the marina. Being very near the doggy beach…read moreit's our go_to place after our pup Bella has had a swim as they are super doggy friendly. The food here is always excellent with something for everyone and the coffee is consistently good. The service is always friendly but at busy times can be a bit slow but with such a lovely outlook no one seems to mind.