I've always had a good experience at spats. Spats is the kind of place that you either love or hate. For a coffee lounge this place has do much personality and I have never dined in a place like this. Apparently this place used to be a brothel and today I can see how it's still carried that intimate feel. The place is dimly lit and has a lot of couches and booths which make you forget you're in a restaurant. This place is always busy!! My Aunt once told me, only eat in places that are busy that's the best way to know a place is good. Well spats definitely checks the box for that! Whenever you go to spats be prepared to have to wait 10mins or so to be seated. Now on to the food. Spats is well known for their desserts and for a good reason, they are goood. All the desserts range in price from $10-13 so it will not hurt your wallet. Along with the desserts I would recommend their cheese platter, it is exceptionally good value for money for the amount of cheeses you get. I can't say much for the $16.50 cocktails, their coffee or savoury menu as I've always grabbed dessert there, so I guess you'll have to try that for yourself. F the haters, I love spats! read more

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Spats looks brilliant. Looks. It is quite a romantic place with a good atmosphere and is pretty much always busy. Quite a bit bigger then its counterpart - The Elephant Walk, Spats promises more little nooks and crannies in which to share an intimate moment with a loved one, friends or a soon - to - be loved one. However, I was taken into a second room which had 70's decor that didn't quite fit the same atmosphere. It was a booth of old crappy wood and yellow, aged patterned glass. The service was good but the desserts and coffees were quite expensive (and you need cash, which is a pain in the ass). To be honest - maybe it's my palette or something, but I ordered a Mocha and it came - without milk, but with cream - in a glass that was too hot to hold and i just didn't enjoy it. The last time I didn't enjoy something with chocolate in it was ... never. However the cake we had was presented well and really tasty! Its a different little place to go which is often open when other places are not and if you get seated in the atmospheric room you first come into and just have cake - it would be quite good. read more

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The line up can be agonizing for a table but worth it for the desserts. They serve alcohol and only wish they had sparkling red by the glass or piccolo bottle. I've been here numerous times but not for dinner even though they have a decent menu. The desserts are varied and my favourite would be the banana crepe or maybe the sticky date pudding. Open really late it's the perfect place to wind down in the dim lighting and nostalgic surroundings. read more

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If you want dessert and coffee in a dark, dingy, stale smelling environment - then this might be ok. Went for dinner and had to sit on floppy lounges with the table way up above our knees - not very practical for eating??? It was so dark we couldn't read the menus - so were given torches - apparently the light never is used???? Walked out in disgust - there are plenty of better places to dine - and they don't smell stale and musty!!!!! read more

Many Adelaidians are familiar with this cafe, often simply known as "Spats". It is well known for its relatively late business hours, and cosy booths and atmosphere. At first sight, the building exudes a shroud of mystery and intimacy with its red curtains behind dark windows, but simultaneously imposes a sense of conservative formality as it retains its late-Victorian architectural design - not so much classy as it is simply intimate. Inside, you are immediately greeted by the infamous booths on either side of the narrow hallway. Seating is limited, and the large booths are best suited to groups of 4-5 than a couple, though there are some seats for smaller parties. There are more available down the hall and to the right, but you have to ask if there are seats available. Consequently, it can feel small and cramped until you get into a seat. The food is nice, but ordering a meal may feel awkward due to the atmosphere. Coffee, cocktails and desserts seem better suited, and I have found that my fellow diners will tend to order drinks and maybe something to share. The prices can further sway customers from making it a regular hangout spot, but it is a nice place to visit on the occasional late night out with friends. The menu offers an impressive range of foods and drinks that you would not immediately expect from a small place, and includes drinks you might not often come across. Be warned by overly enthusiastic patrons who rave about how great it is, as many have just been disappointed as there have been impressed. It is very much a place where you have to develop your own opinion about. Finally, while the ambiance and dimmed yellow lights may leave one speculating, there is no record of Spats being a brothel. The building is linked to a storekeep, John Thomas Lapidge, who was also a well known figure for his many years of municipal work in Unley. He died in 1927, and whether it was later converted into a brothel between then and 1984 is yet to be revealed with hard evidence. read more

This is a great dessert cafe. There are very limited places in Adelaide where you can go and get a late night coffee/dessert. Spats definitely holds a romantic feel, perfect if you want to take someone on a date. Or even just to catch up with a few friends. The decor is what makes this place great, the low light, the wallpaper and fixtures make the experience really pleasant. The menu is extensive, prices aren't to bad. They do have a main menu for dinner options however, most people go for the desserts. read more

Returning to Spats after not going for several years was like that sad moment when you run into your old high school boyfriend and he has a huge arse and a weird hairline and looks like Josef Fritzl. The first time I went to Spats many years ago it was magic. I perched with my then paramour in a flowery booth with a mermaid lamp covered in red chiffon. We gazed into each others eyes and ate chocolate sundaes and tiptoed around the creaky cafe floors with all the other late night lovers who were cool enough to know about this place. My paramour told me that Spats used to be a brothel, and I gazed wide eyed at the out of date furnishings, imagining all of the semen that had been spilled there before us. I went back many times, wooed by the ka-ching of the 1930's cash register and the stately host who always escorted us upstairs with such ceremony. But upon my recent return my rose-coloured glasses were officially off. We were hastily signalled to a tiny couch that was lower than the coffee table in front of it, directly under the stairs, so we perched awkwardly with our chins almost touching our knees. We wanted dessert, but the list of crepes, waffles, and nut sundaes looked like an overpriced kids menu rather than the whimsical array I remembered. So we left, and went to another cafe where we could sit with our heads held high, and eat gelati and Tiramusu. I love you Spats, you have the coolest décor and individual booths. But you're like an ageing Hollywood actress. You'll have to get a facelift if you want to continue working in the big city. read more

With an interesting hodge podge of hidden lounges, open tables and secluded romantic hideaways, you definitely get the feeling that this coffee lounge was once a brothel (true fact) There is occassionally a long wait and you might have to stand around outside in the freezing cold but once you're seated in the warmth and comfort of Spats you forget all about it. It's a great place for a first date and dessert. So intimate and close it's a wonderful place to get to know someone and with their delicious range of desserts if your date turns out to be a dud the food certainly won't! read more

This place has been a date night institution for years, but after my last visit I feel it may be relying too heavily on its nostalgic value. Rumour has it that this place used to be a brothel at some point and the furnishings and setting give off that feel. Little partitioned booths, plush couches, fringed lamps and low lighting adds a romantic vibe as well. The setting is quite nice but it's looking and feeling pretty tired and kind of dingy these days. I do love the idea of the little booths, but as others have mentioned the tables are very high compared to the height of the couches and being a short person I usually have to eat on my lap or in a semi crouching position to avoid ending up being covered in whipped cream and the like! I think I've only eaten a main meal here maybe once so I can't really comment on that side of things. What most people come for is the dessert and coffee. The dessert I had last time I was here was just 'ok'. The menu seems to not have changed in many years and the offerings seem a bit tired and uninspired. With the calibre of desserts available nearby (and similarly priced), this is where Spats needs to kick it up a notch. The beverage menu does have a lot going for it, it's interesting and has a lot of choice. I like the variety of coffees and the drinks are always presented very nicely. Split bills are always an issue here which kinda annoys me in this day and age. Bills come itemised and it's not that hard to just let each person pay off what they had! The best way is to come prepared with cash but I do feel like they need to get with the times a bit in this area. The opening hours here used to be a big draw card as it was tricky finding places open for desserts and drinks later into the night. However now with dessert and late night bars popping up all over Adelaide they can't rely so much on that anymore. In summary, if someone else suggests Spats I'd probably go - but I'd only order a tea or coffee unless the menu changes. I think now that we've got so many impressive, well priced, late opening dessert choices in Adelaide, Spats is no longer the place that comes first to mind. read more

This place is a disaster waiting to happen. Seating for a meal is atrocious, very poor particularly for people of short stature an the poor sighted. Lighting is very poor to the point where they actually have torches available to read the menu. Silly rules in not allowing split bills an a minimum charge of $4 per person, and at least $30 credit/debit. You have to be joking. The four of us will not be going back. read more

I like Spats... a bit. I don't like always waiting to get a seat or the fact that they won't split bills or that it is all about cash. And don't get me started on their awkward bathroom set up. I adore their chocolate mousse - nowhere does it better, except for maybe Cathay Court. If you don't drink alcohol you can save a little bit here. You need to be cozy with the people you're dining with :) read more

The decor at Spats is great. Similarly to The Elephant Walk, each semi-private booth is decorated slightly differently - in a velvety, vintage, romantic hodge-podge kind of way. I went here with a group for a friend's birthday and we got the large booth out the back - which was nicely secluded from the rest of the venue. Unfortunately - unlike The Elephant Walk - the drinks and desserts aren't that great. They look sweet - piles of whipped cream, lurid coloured syrups, sprinkles and paper umbrellas. But the whipped cream is from a can, the toppings are artificial and don't compare well to real berry syrups and the cakes and desserts are sickly sweet without any real flavour. I would prefer to see an emphasis on seasonal desserts presented in creative ways rather than the glace cherries and canister cream. Spats is a beautiful venue but I think they need to update their menu! read more

And oldie but a goodie. I've been going to Spats for years but I hadn't been for a long long time. After a visit last night, it's nice to see some things never change. The place is set up with a whole bunch of little booths each with couches so everyone is comfortable. This used to be a great little place to go with friends for a quiet catch up or an intimate setting for a date but I've found the last few times I've been, there have been a few larger louder groups who ruin the atmosphere. The information on the back of the menu indicates that the restaurant has been run by the same family since the 70s but recently, the younger generation have taken over and made some changes to the menu. Most of it still seemed the same and I couldn't see anything revolutionary on the menu. The food (desserts) we got were good but quite overpriced. Think $6.00 for a hot chocolate (and I've had MUCH better hot chocolates) and about $15 for a dessert. They are very nicely presented but taste wise, I don't think they are anything special. Nothing bad but I've had fancier desserts for the same price. I'll come here again because it's unique to Adelaide but I do feel that the hole in my wallet is slightly larger after a visit. read more

We went to Spats for a late night coffee and dessert last night (Saturday). Upon arrival there were few customers there yet despite this we waited for well over 30 minutes and didn't even get served after being seated so walked out. Poor service for a Cafe. Never again. read more

Dimly lit intimate atmosphere. Space divided into small cosy cubicles. I haven't been there in a while, but was always a good place for sweets treats with cute tea sets. Recommended for couples date night or small group of friends. Thanks for the thoughtful dessert presentation for my birthday!!!! Unexpected touch. read more

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That cocktail menu! Love it! I was so happy to see Toblerone in their cocktail menu that once I saw Toblerone nothing else that was in the menu mattered. Spats cocktail menu was definitely a winner. We came for desert after a fringe show. The opening hours are a real plus, open until midnight during the week made it fantastic for a cheeky late night desert. I had their brandy snap basket which was just as good as I remember. Plenty of strawberries and a good basket. My friend had the butterscotch and that was also fantastic. Her iced chocolate was huge and bigger than she could finish. The prices are reasonable. I loved that they were happy to split the bill for us. That is often a pain when going out, so many places will not split the bill but Spats was not one of them. The decor needs an update. The desserts a good if you want simple old style desserts. There is a huge variety of desserts bars nearby if you want something more extravagant. read more

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I am always surprised by the amount of people who have never heard of Spats. So for each of you who have never before been, this is for you. Situated on King William Road, Spats in a two story residence that has been semi transformed from 1920's brothel to refined Edwardian Coffee house. Walking into the rumoured to be haunted residence, you will find antic chandeliers, candles on the tables and portraits of half naked burlesque queens. Seating is tucked away behind secluded red velvet booths, and it is rather idyllic for young romantics. Having said that, it is also nice with a small group of friends. Opened until the wee hours of the morning, Spats is best enjoyed while indulging in delicious desserts (waffles, mmm), however cocktails and even dinner selections are available. Definitely check it out, and when you do, order the waffles. read more

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Spats is a comfortable place to have a coffee and dessert with a group of friends. Its intimate, antique furnishings are cool, but don't sit on the sofas until you're absolutely you're going to order! Once, my friends and I sat down for no longer than 2 minutes before having to leave because the birthday girl was too sick to leave the house, and we each had to dish out $5 for service fees. Its King William Rd location is conveniently close to the city and open till very late (or early, technically). It's quite similar to Elephant Walk in terms of trading hours and décor, and is great for standard desserts like waffles, but I would have to agree with Chloe about the rest of the sweets - they don't measure up to creative, gourmet desserts, and for the prices I would expect that they did. read more

If you want late night romantic ambience teamed with an absolutely decadent dessert then this is the place you're looking for. If you're after a good main meal however then steer clear as dinner is not their strong suit. Perfect for a late nightcap, a first date (or any date after that for that matter) or an intimate end to a low-key night out with your friends. Note: if you're going on a Friday or Saturday night be prepared for a bit of a wait to secure your booth style table however I assure you.. The desserts are worth waiting for ;) read more

I expected better, due to a few comments made by peers a while ago. "Oooh you need to go to Spats, I love desserts meheemhemhe" However, this extremely busy coffee lounge makes no apologies for stuffing you in a corner, and taking up to 24 minutes to make your coffees/iced mochas etc. I admire that it's opening hours are late, as it brings relief to those who crave dessert but who don't finish work until 10pm. So in my eyes, very practical and still within the range I will drive to, purely for dessert. But still! My group were seated on the only available table which was actually in a doorway, and I didn't mind until a line of drunken and tired looking people starting filling up the main walkway. During our wait for drinks and desserts, I got a lady's handbag to the face and a man stumbled on the doorway and fell on my back. At the time it didn't bother me too much and was a little funny, but now I think about it, that is so annoying and I wouldn't expect that anywhere else. The quality of the desserts were fine, my mum's sticky date pudding was delicious but it was a tad over-priced. Overall, okay place for desserts, good for late night cravings in the southern suburbs, bad for spaciousness, pricing (somewhat) and waiting. read more

I love late night dessert cafes like Spats. There seems to be such a demand for them now. I didn't like the 15 min wait though, however it's better than Eggless's line up. Yes it does look like a brothel, especially with it's dim red lighting, and creaky worn out stairs..:) The service is pretty quick once you get seated. The food list wasn't too expensive but the food itself was not overly fantastic but still nice. I like the little umbrellas, fruit, and colourful sauces they put on the plates. I also loved their old fashioned cash register, which I was pretending to play with. Who wouldn't? I would like to come again, but maybe on a week night when it's quieter. Saturday nights seem to be pretty busy. read more

Spats gives me a HUGE headache. Last time I went there I vowed I will never set foot in it again. The scenery is beautiful and vintage with old cash registers but it's just not right for me. Upstairs there's candles everywhere and bright red wallpaper or curtains? I don't even remember. I felt so dizzy because of this, and who wants to feel dizzy while you're supposed to be enjoying a decadent dessert? On that note the food wasn't even that great. Also you can only pay in cash which is kind of annoying. Who ever has the correct money when you go out? Almost everybody pays with a credit card these days. It's also a hassle when you're with a group of friends all trying to make sure you have the correct change between the two of you. Spats could be brilliant. Spats could be magical. Could be, should be, but it's never going to be. read more

Me and my partner love this cafe. We frequently visit for the delicious crepes and strawberry crunch. I personally am addicted to the grilled chicken with mushroom sauce they serve. The decor is unique and dimmed lightning is appealing. The staff is attentive and is always happy to make every visit worthwhile. They are open till late so after a busy evening it is a great place to meet with friends or a date and enjoy coffee & desserts. read more

I loved this place...such an intimate lounge to enjoy a quiet dessert after a big night. The service was very prompt and food was delicious,will definitely be visiting again. Thank you to the staff for a memorable evening. read more

Deserts here are amazing. They have a huge amount of decoration and the place looks great. Coffee and food is made in a very artistic kind of way and with the paintings, it is well suited. It can occasionally be very busy and crowded in there but the atmosphere has a good vibe and the food on offer is definitely great for a good night out on the town. Would recommend but try to avoid during Friday's or Saturday's or busy nights as the experience can sometimes be not as good during these times. read more

When you wake up in the morning and have a craving for some of the finest waffles in town, Spats is your place. A fantastic atmosphere that evokes inspired conversations that are cut short due to the expedient service they provide. It feel cosy and intimate, a nice place for a casual escapade from the normal cafes. I've only been able to grab an entire meal there sporadically, take my word for a nice juicy steak and a refreshing cocktails. That being said you might want to call ahead because they are frequently busy and bustling, especially on weekends. read more