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Two Birds Gallery Café, Toowoon Bay – Rating: 19/25

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Idyllically situated on a sunny corner, Two Birds Gallery Café is a sprawling establishment that takes upon its shoulder the task of showing travellers as well as locals that small towns can match brunch spots in the big cities. The … Continue reading

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Fuel Espresso Bar, Brookvale – Rating: 18.5/25

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Brookvale is the coastal suburb that on first inspection appears to be the land of well-built tradies drinking green juice!  Happy to offer their wares to these unique inhabitants is Fuel Espresso.  It’s located just off of busy Pittwater Road  yet … Continue reading

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Gusto on the Beach, Curl Curl – Rating: 19/25

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Gusto on the Beach is mere metres aware from the sand of South Curl Curl Beach.  With such a stunning aspect, it was no surprise to be greeted by an ordering line at least ten people deep.  Luckily there is … Continue reading

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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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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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Reuben Hills, Surry Hills – Rating: 22/25 (re-review 2)

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It’s four years after my initial reviews of Reuben Hills (review 1 and review 2).  With a friend visiting from Brisbane and with my fond memories of this café, I figured it was as good a spot as any to show … Continue reading

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L’Americano Espresso Bar, Alexandria – Rating: 17.5/25

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You’re greeted at L’Americano Espresso Bar by a brand new, colourful and quite splendid entrance.  Stepping inside, you’re greeted by the smell of fresh coffee, pastries in the counter and friendly, professional staff. The service, I came to find, is … 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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5th Earl, Rosebery – Rating: 21.5/25

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It’s always interesting to watch some new ‘phenomenon’ cafés.  The ones that open and just have the right atmosphere, marketing and word of mouth dishes that cause the crowds to flock.  5th Earl can be added to this list. It was opened … 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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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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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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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