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Plunge No. 46, Summer Hill – Rating: 18/25

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Plunge No. 46 is larger than it first appears in more ways than one.  The staff are quiet yet efficient, the layout makes the café appear small but it is very roomy and can seat a lot of guests while … Continue reading

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Little Bay Café, Rose Bay – Rating: 17.5/25

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Two apologies!  Firstly, for the lack of updates (I’ve been away in Italy) and secondly for the phone photographs this review.  I’ll have my SLR back in action next week! Little Bay Café is on a main road and surrounded … Continue reading

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Bondi Hall, Bondi – Rating: 16.5/25

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With such a broad choice of cafés at Bondi Beach, it’s hard to pick one.  But that’s just what my guest and I had to do!  With no recommendations from readers this week, we simply chose a spot and sat … 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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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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Three Rosettas Espresso Bar & Cafe, Drummoyne – Rating: 18/25

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On a Saturday, Lyons Road can get exceptionally busy so I was very pleased when I stumbled upon Three Rosettas.  There’s a welcoming vibe within and the tables through the rear are bathed in morning sunlight making them perfect for winter. … Continue reading

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Ashcrofts Bistro, Blackheath – Rating: 21/25

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Blackheath serves as a refuge for hungry drivers on their way far west of Sydney as well as a destination for most tourists intent on exploring the best that the Blue Mountains has to offer.  One of the many cafés … Continue reading

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Fleetwood Macchiato, Erskineville – Rating: 18.5/25 (re-review)

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Previously reviewed in 2013, Fleetwood Macchiato has kept its charm and friendly service while updating the menu in a way that only they could.  They have expanded the amount of baked goods that they supply as well.  One only has … 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

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La Buvette, Potts Point – Rating: 17.5/25

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I woke up on this particular morning feeling like a croque madame.  I know, I know, who does that?  My subconscious drove me to choose La Buvette (French for a small bar) and lo and behold, they had one on … Continue reading

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Room 10, Potts Point – Rating: 19/25

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We’re back in Llankelly Place and we’re eating where the locals eat (I know this because I was surrounded by people advising what I should try next).  We’re also lining up where the locals line up because on weekends that’s most likely … Continue reading

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Three Blue Ducks, Bronte – 16/25 (re-review 2)

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I’ve had a hot and cold relationship with Three Blue Ducks.  Opinions have been mixed during previous reviews and it’s about to have an even more tumultuous time. My guests and I didn’t mind waiting for our table because we’ve visited … Continue reading

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Appetite Café, Redfern – Rating: 16.5/25

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  I was very sad this week because the café I was on my way to review was closed when we arrived!  I later discovered that they were opening, only a little later than usual.  But before I knew this, I found … Continue reading

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Pottery Green Bakers, Gordon – Rating: 15.5/25

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Pottery Green Bakers in Gordon has the fortunate position of being bathed in sunlight throughout the morning.    It’s quite a spacious café inside with a cosy fitout that’s part industrial, part antique chic.  There’s a mix of table sizes … Continue reading

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Fika Swedish Kitchen, Manly – Rating: 21/25

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If you’re after a little taste of Scandinavia, Fika Swedish Kitchen is the most authentic café I’ve found.  It began life in June 2013 when owners Linda Stanes, Diana Chirilas and Sophie Zetterberg who missed the food and traditions of … Continue reading

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Majestic Harvest, Petersham – Rating: 19/25

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The Majestic has undergone a recent restoration.  Initially a theatre, it then became a roller rink and throughout this time fell into neglected disrepair.  Well now Majestic Gourmet Grocer has moved in to reclaim the building and on the same site, … Continue reading

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Fresh, Crows Nest – Rating: 20/25

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Fresh has only been open three months and owner Phil Carey has the ambitious plan of competing in the hotly-contested Crows Nest food district.  The philosophy here is “eat well-be well” and the goal is to “make you happier and … Continue reading

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The Penny Royal, Mosman – Rating: 18/25

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The Myahgah Mews is a laneway in Mosman that plays host to a few breakfast spots that, despite the shade, are busy all year round including during winter.  The Penny Royal has a burgeoning base of repeat customers so you … Continue reading

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Belaroma Coffee, Balgowlah – Rating: 20.5/25

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This coffee hub adjoins Belaroma Coffee’s warehouse and roastery so you can be sure that you’re getting the freshest beans and with the new breakfast menu, I wanted to see what all the fuss was about.  This is a popular stop … Continue reading