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    Wah Wah Lounge

    3.8 (16 reviews)
    Closed 7:30 am - 3:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Gina D.

    We came here during a busy weekend and the place was packed but the staff was accommodating and really friendly. The only food item we ordered were the garlic fries, but they were done really well, just how garlic fries should be. They make a real good mocha and we just enjoyed the atmosphere, it was a beautiful sunny day so we got to sit outside and just enjoy the lovely outdoors.

    Poached eggs, salmon and potato roesti
    Amy V.

    I live in the neighbourhood and have walked past this place many times as it seemed popular. Greeted by a friendly guy, my friends and I were seated inside (thankfully as it was such a hot day). The menu has the classics as well as some few things that are different like the eggs (any way) with potato roesti, I think the locals like it just the way it is. I had the corn cakes dish which was a little deceiving as it was only 1 corn cake. There wasn't much corn in it at all but the bacon and the avocado made up for the flavour. My friends had the egg benedict which they said was really good. They also ordered chai latte however said it was far too sweet and could only drink a little before abandoning it for water. Perhaps it was the syrup? Not sure if I would go back though - it didn't wow me. I think there are better options in the neighbourhood!

    The one pan breaky and corn cakes ready for demolition
    Oliver D.

    A friendly and chic cafe that sprawls onto Dank street. Probably one of the best cafes in the area for the price. I had the one pan brrakfast which had great ingredients but was a little bland ... use all the chutney and then you might be onto something. Definitely com6ibg back though. Good times

    "Corn Cakes", should be " corn cake". Cakes implies more than 1.
    Jo-Ann C.

    Not off to a good start, ordered a "hot" coffee, got a lukewarm one. Chose Corn "cakes" , with bacon, avocado , roasted tomatoes, rocket and Maple Syrup. Cakes, or anything ending in "s" normally implies more than 1, but only 1 arrived. Stodgy , floury, tasteless , and hardly any corn to be seen. Maple syrup was a very small amount, drizzled over the meal, lucky to be a teaspoon worth. At least the avocado was fresh, tasty and without those awful bruised and black bits that taste foul. Can only give 1 star and that was for the staff and the service. Ordinary food taste wise , lukewarm coffee a major no no . Wouldn't recommend and won't be back. Very quiet on the day we went, so being busy can't be used as an excuse. Too many cafes/restaurants try to get by on "positive comments" on apps like Yelp, we came because of the comments. Overpriced as well. Happy to pay "a bit extra", but not for below average food and terrible coffee, shouldn't have to ask for hot coffee.

    Ordered one pan breakfast with bacon egg chorizo mushroom toast & relish. Was tasty but only luke warm...note to cafes: don't leave meals sitting around. Ditto with my cappucino: tasted ok but tepid ("warm" coffee is becoming a disturbing trend in Sydney cafes).

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    Really great service! Very friendly and amazing food. I really enjoyed eating at this establishment.

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    Great food! The French toast was delicious. Accommodating for children. We'll be back.

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    Review Highlights - Wah Wah Lounge

    I highly recommend the poached egg with smoked salmon, served on a potato roesti with rocket, crème fraiche, and dill.

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    Glider KS - Taro Latte

    Glider KS

    4.8(8 reviews)
    1.6 kmChippendale
    $$

    I completely walked by this place the first time I was wandering around Spice Alley, but once I…read morelooked at the small cafe's Asian fusion menu, I knew I wanted to try it. You order at the front register, and they bring your order to you. I've only tried their hojicha latte and taro latte, but they are the best lattes (no coffee) I've ever had. They're so flavorful and rich with a fluffy foam design on top. The drink itself is smooth and creamy but not overly sweet. Hits the spot!

    All coffees are not created equal…read more I know this because of Glider. The original is in Potts Point, this is the new venue, and it's an absolute corker. They've set up shop in a teeny tiny Lilliputian cottage in Kensington Lane in the new Central Park precinct. It backs onto Spice Alley and has light-filled interiors that are all white walls and light wood and it feel positively Scandinavian. Then there's the coffee. Good lord, man. It comes served in these custom cups, they're kind of grainy and glazed and feel like they've been hewn out of very light sandstone by some unnamed master craftsman who will die a nobody but be recognised posthumously as one of the finest artisans of this or any age, Van Gogh style. The barista had the obligatory mustache but boy, did this dude know what service felt like. Polite, friendly, charming, without being overbearing. Win stars out of five. Top class, thank you and goodnight.

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    Glider KS - Omelette

    Omelette

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    Nice presentation

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    Something 4 Jess Espresso Boutique - Cuuuuute.

    Something 4 Jess Espresso Boutique

    4.3(21 reviews)
    1.7 kmChippendale
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    The unassuming Something 4 Jess has quietly become my favourite cafe in Chippendale. In all…read morehonesty, I had to take a break because I was becoming one of those customers who was there a little too early a little often. The lovely staff make it hard to stay away. I've been meaning to write up a review for weeks, but struggled to choose what to write about. The menu is seasonal and changes weekly, some samples include finely cut wagyu, crusted in dukkah and served on sourdough, honey-glazed bacon with fresh avocado, and mushrooms with ricotta. Almost everything comes served with sprinklings of sprouts and greens grown on the windowsill. The menu is small but there's almost always something for everyone; however, those looking for your classic big breakfast should come prepared to settle for something a little different. The quality of coffee is not entirely consistent, but the molasses-infused sugar makes up for it. I could eat a jar of it by itself. There's also a range of sandwiches on offer. A friend recently brought home lamb-shoulder on sourdough that had me drooling. I need to be strong, three visits in one day is just too much.

    I don't know who Jess is but if I had to guess she'd be some kind of minor indie princess, she'd…read moreprobably have a nose ring and a heart of gold, she'd wear bare feet and have sun-tousled hair and holes in her jeans and a smile that could thaw out the Cold War. And if I was going to personify this cafe, that's how it'd go. It's small and charmingly ramshackle and chilled out and social all at the same time, it's basically how I want my living room to be. The coffee is fantastic, as are the views across the new Central Park development, and weirdly the noise of the construction across the road doesn't seem to come inside. The small menu is on the spendier side, but it looked creative & wholesome. Bring a book or a notepad to write deep thoughts in.

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    Something 4 Jess Espresso Boutique - Long black (after I had taken a sip).

    Long black (after I had taken a sip).

    Something 4 Jess Espresso Boutique - Art on display over the table-for-ones

    Art on display over the table-for-ones

    Something 4 Jess Espresso Boutique - Yummy counter display with an old-timer register

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    Yummy counter display with an old-timer register

    Toby's Estate - Toby's Estate Ethiopia Long Black

    Toby's Estate

    4.1(14 reviews)
    2.0 kmChippendale
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    Toby's Estate turned out to be one of the best cafe in Sydney to get good, single origin coffee at…read morea reasonable price. Located next to Victoria Park and near Uni Row, I was surprised to have found this gem that the locals get to enjoy everyday. Walking in, a barista takes your order for takeaway and has you standing behind them as they make your order. There is plenty of seating inside, but those are reserved for those dining in. They have their roastery in the back, with large windows separating from the cafe. We had visited twice here and each time was a great experience. I had the opportunity to try both their Ethiopian and their Guatemalan long blacks, and the tasting notes do stand out. They have a variety of coffee beans you can purchase, along with a more limited selection of teas. Toby's Estate is a must try for all coffee aficionados in the area.

    I found out about this place through a friend who noted that they landed the top spot on the…read moreWorld's 100 Best Coffee Shops ranking, but I liked my hotel cappuccino better than their flat white! I'm not a coffee snob, so maybe I'm way off. One thing I did love was how their baristas are around the counter rather than behind it, so you can chat and watch as they make your drink! The jury is still out on when the coffee world will standardize a flat white, according to my barista

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    Toby's Estate - Interior space

    Interior space

    Toby's Estate - Merchandise for purchase

    Merchandise for purchase

    Toby's Estate - Storefront

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    The Bean Brewers - Breakfast roll (halloumi&egg

    The Bean Brewers

    4.1(10 reviews)
    1.5 kmChippendale
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    The food here is amazing and the people are so nice! There is a nice assortment of food for…read morebreakfast and lunch. Would definitely recommend to stop in and get a coffee and something to eat.

    Bar Mattino is a surprisingly busy little joint for its whereabouts (tucked into Chippendale on…read moreAbercrombie street). Sebastian, the robust English chef, serves up traditional and delicious café cuisine for breakfast and lunch on weekdays and a beautiful roast for Sunday lunch. He's funny at best, though I might warn you not to sit too close to the kitchen unless you want to overhear a colorful monologue of cynicism and crude jokes. Some winning items on the menu include the "Big Salad" which changes daily and can include a delicious mixture of pumpkin, cous cous, eggplant, walnuts, raisins, and any other odds and ends the chef decides to add on the day. I recommend ordering it with poached chicken, which is as tender as can be. Another popular item is the BLT, served on Turkish bread. Careful though, it's big enough to feed your entire family of seven. If you can appreciate a good chip (or 2 dozen), Bar Mattino's are hand cut and fried to perfection. Lastly, I would highly and enthusiastically recommend the house made brownie, for which I solely blame the gain of 3 kilos. It's chocoloatey, and melty, and powered sugary and just ALL good.

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    The Bean Brewers - Pretty yummy! Mushroom about toast

    Pretty yummy! Mushroom about toast

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    The Bean Brewers - Vegan breakfast burrito

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    Vegan breakfast burrito

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