Category Archives: Sydney – North Shore

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Dose, Willoughby – Rating: 19.5/25

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Dose – I love the name and I love that this humble café embodies the passion of baristas and coffee lovers alike.  Ristretto, espresso, chai, cold drip, they do it all and they do it well. The interior is tiny … Continue reading

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Tablespoon, Lindfield – Rating: 16.5/25

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I set out to visit Tablespoon with their pulled pork on my mind.  Having tried their sandwich featuring this ingredient, I was keen to savour it again but other menu items distracted me… Tablespoon is located in the car park … Continue reading

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Le Village, Hunters Hill – Rating: 15.5/25

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  Le Village could be seen as V2.0 of La Grande Bouffe which April and I have reviewed twice before (review 1, review 2) and enjoyed both visits.  While retaining that café, the owners have broadened their sights and brought … Continue reading

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H2O Café, Narrabeen – Rating: 22/25

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I could have picked a better day to visit a waterside café!  Through blustery wind and drenching rain, we huddled within the spacious, elegant interior glad to be inside.  Outdoor seating is available and this would certainly be a prime … Continue reading

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Sea Bar Café, Dee Why – Rating: 17/25 (re-review)

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We have been to Sea Bar before.  So why again when there are so many cafés along the strip?  Strolling along the Dee Why beach front, it just seems to have the right amount of customers (a lot meaning the … Continue reading

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The Boathouse, Palm Beach – Rating: 18.5/25

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I recently reviewed armchair collective in Mona Vale which makes for a great destination on a lazy Sunday but if you really want to make a day out of your drive north, why not try The Boathouse at Palm Beach. … Continue reading

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armchair collective, Mona Vale – Rating: 21/25

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After countless recommendations that I review armchair collective, the break in the rainy weather after Christmas was a sign that I should head up to the Northern beaches to see what the establishment had to offer. The place was a … Continue reading

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Ottimo Italian Kitchen, Hunters Hill – Rating: 16.5/25

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Ottimo Italian Kitchen has a great vibe.  It utilises the interior rooms and courtyard of a typical Hunters Hill mansion which is nestled amongst a handful of boutique stores that are perfect for perusing. The Italian waitstaff are plentiful and … Continue reading

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The Mews, Mosman – Rating: 19/25

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The pedestrian area of Myagah Road in Mosman has become a café haven.  I have previously visited Fourth Village Providore which scored very well but after a recommendation I though it was time to review The Mews. I arrived expecting … Continue reading

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Forsyth Café, Naremburn – Rating: 16/25

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Two quick reviews for you this weekend.  First up is Forsyth Café in Naremburn which is the shopfront for a multi award winning coffee and tea company.  The location is quite humble and retro while providing a massive variety of … Continue reading

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Botanica Garden Café, Waverton – Rating: 22/25

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What used to be a nursery opposite Waverton train station is now an incredibly relaxing, open plan café that took me completely by surprise.  As you walk in, you are greeted by the superb and funky colourful mural on the … Continue reading

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Fegos on Frenchs, Willoughby – Rating: 16.5/25

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Nestled in suburban Willoughby, Fegos on Frenchs offers hot breakfasts served quickly in a relaxed atmosphere.  It is a favourite amongst locals especially because it is pram and child friendly thanks to the spacious interior and collection of toys.  They … Continue reading

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bescetti, Cammeray – Rating: 19/25

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The battle of the Cammeray laneway continues!  A few weeks ago we reviewed The Laneway Café and now it’s bescetti’s turn.  Despite the former café being bathed in sunlight, we were determined to review somewhere new.  This was all for you, … Continue reading

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Sunrise Café, Warriewood – Rating: 18/25

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To do a sunny day like today justice, we just had to visit a beach café.  We’ve been to Warriewood before to review the SLSC Beach Café.  I had spotted Sunrise Café as we were leaving and added it to … Continue reading

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The Laneway Café, Cammeray – Rating: 16/25

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This small laneway in Cammeray between Miller Street and the Cammeray carpark plays host to three cafés all vying for attention.  But The Laneway Café was recommended to me so that’s where we went! The outdoor seating was thankfully bathed … Continue reading

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Echo On The Marina, Roseville – Rating: 18.5/25

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Echo is certainly envied for its position, sitting right on the Rosevill Marina with glorious views.  It can be reached by short bushwalk from Babbage Road or a daunting series of steps from Normac Street.  An inclinator can be used … Continue reading

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Beach Café Warriewood SLSC, Warriewood – Rating: 16/25

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Beach Café at the Warriewood Surf Life Saving Club sits directly on Warriewood Beach with amazing sights and sounds of the surrounding activities.  The café is somewhere between a beach kiosk and a typical Sydney café. On the weekends it … Continue reading

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Eighty Ate, North Sydney – Rating: 22/25

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Eighty Ate is tucked into residential Crows Nest, surrounded by green tree-lined streets.  There is plenty of space both inside and out but despite this, weekends (especially Saturdays) can prove difficult to find a spot.  Is it worth the wait?… … Continue reading

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Fourth Village Providore, Mosman – Rating: 20/25

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Nestled behind Spit Junction and looking onto the lush Allan Border Oval, Fourth  Village Providore is situated on a fantastic piece of real estate.  The establishment has two entrances: the Vista Street side offers the deli, grocer and fine food … Continue reading