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Shuk, North Bondi – Rating: 17.5/25

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While Bondi beachfront can be a whirlwind of too many beachgoers, backpackers, loud cars and average eateries, move back one block and it actually becomes what you could describe as tranquil.  The early morning (ie before 9am) especially is quite … Continue reading

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Not Just Coffee, Paddington – Rating: 21/25 (re-review)

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Seek and ye shall find.  Behind the shopfronts of Paddington’s Oxford Street, Not Just Coffee is a food and drink haven offering some unique takes on common breakfast ingredients.  Previous review here Split over multiple levels, seating is mainly available … Continue reading

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Two Good Eggs Café, Surry Hills – Rating: 22/25

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With a distinct lack of CBD cafés among my reviews, I’m always happy to add one to the list!  Two Good Eggs first opened in 2005 before it was purchased by the current owners Andrew Menczel & Laci Csobonyei.  The name … Continue reading

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Eden Café, St Ives – Rating: 14/25

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Nestled among a small collection of shops and restaurants on Mona Vale Road, Eden Café is the recipient of a lot of positive comments and reviews so when I was on my way north, I stopped in to see what … Continue reading

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Penny Whistlers, Kiama – Rating: 16.5/25

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You won’t find a café in the area of Kiama with a view that’s as glorious as Penny Whistlers.  It looks out towards a green park and beyond that is a panoramic view of the bay and lighthouse.  There are … Continue reading

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Flour Water Salt, Kiama – Rating: 19/25

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  Just round the corner from the main beachfront street of Kiama, you’ll find Flour Water Salt, one of three cafés in central/southern New South Wales that bake their own organic bread and pastries.  They also offer breakfast, lunch and … Continue reading

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Me and Mrs Jones, Canberra – Rating: 18/25

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A few weeks ago I found myself in sunny Canberra where I treated myself to a whirlwind tour of breakfast and dinner spots.  The popular spot Me and Mrs Jones appears on the majority of breakfast lists for the city and even though there … Continue reading

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Ampersand Café & Bookstore, Paddington – Rating: 11/25

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The things we do for our pets.  Like sit outside on one of the coldest days of the year so far!  The tall gas heaters at Ampersand Café & Bookstore were a welcome sight then.  We did receive an eye roll … Continue reading

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Bar Sirocco, Annandale – Rating: 21/25 (re-review)

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It has been many years since Bar Sirocco was previously reviewed so it was high time that I pay it another visit.  I could tell simply by visiting their Facebook page that this is still one very dog-friendly café.  All expectations were … Continue reading

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Café Ism, Newtown – Rating: 18/25

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Ten years and going strong, Café Ism resides in one of the quieter streets of Newtown, away from the bustle of King Street.  The sunny corner spot is a haven for those looking for a café with that friendly ‘local’ vibe. … Continue reading

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Café Morso, Pyrmont – Rating: 23.5/25 (re-review 3)

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After countless visits and numerous reviews (1, 2, 3, 4), I’m back again at one of my favourite spots.  Café Morso’s polished menu and second-to-none kitchen has impressed again.  Most things that need to be said have been covered before so I’ll … Continue reading

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Burnt Orange, Mosman – Rating: 20.5/25

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Deep within Mosman’s suburban streets and surrounded by natural bush is a café that has eluded my reviews for a long time.  Burnt Orange opened six years ago with the concept of a café and restaurant that feels like an … Continue reading

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X74, Coogee – Rating: 16.5/25

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  With winter approaching, I find myself seeking out even more coastal cafés (as they’re more likely to be bathed in sunshine) so Coogee seemed liked a logical suburb.  Joining me today were some friends who have a one year … Continue reading

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Four Ate Five, Surry Hills – Rating: 22/25 (re-review 2)

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I’m back at one of my favourite cafés so I’ll keep this brief!  I’ve reviewed Four Ate Five twice before (and visited many more times).  I’m happy to report that it remains as popular as ever and it’s still one of the … Continue reading

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Social Brew, Pyrmont – Rating: 19.5/25

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When a café changes owners, name and identity, it can be a tough job to build a reputation and customer base.  Judging by the swarm of customers that I watched gather by mid-morning on a Sunday, Social Brew has managed to … Continue reading

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Le Monde Café, Surry Hills – Rating: 21.5/25

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Sometimes you visit a café and everything goes as you expect.  Parking is readily available, the service is prompt, the food is inspired and the coffee was worth getting out of bed for.  This was one of those mornings as Le … Continue reading

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John Smith Café – Rating: 22/25

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On a main road in the industrial-meets-residential part of Waterloo, John Smith Café has made a name for itself as the place for locals and breakfast aficionados to start their day.  Founded by an experienced team, JSC produces some next-level dishes … Continue reading

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The Little Kitchen, Coogee – Rating: 22/25

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So today it was hot and sticky.  The drive was long, the quest for parking was almost as long and the walk down the hill to The Little Kitchen was punishing… but I’d do it all again! Despite the small … Continue reading

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Bloody Mary’s, Darlinghurst – Rating: 19/25

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Bloody Mary’s sits on a very popular strip of Darlinghurst.  It’s not only busy during the day but also abuzz in the evening.  Bordering with Kings Cross, you would be correct in assuming that the bars and restaurants along the Victoria … Continue reading