Calamari rings were spot on. Got the family platter for a quick lunch. Good value, everything came out fast. Just what I needed.

The courtyard is huge and so nice on a sunny day. Came for a drink and ended up staying for hours. It&rsquo;s a bit more expensive than the pubs nearby, but you&rsquo;re paying for that outdoor space.

Loved the vibe here, it&#39;s so cozy. The food and coffee just taste like a really good home-cooked meal, you know? Owner was lovely.

Coffee&#39;s strong and well-made. You get a proper espresso hit, the bean flavour really comes through. Not hidden by milk. Perfect for a quick caffeine fix on the go.

Ryan the manager is always so friendly and makes you feel right at home. The service here is consistently good and attentive, which makes for a really comfortable visit.

Great spot for a quick bite with my dog. He loved the food, and my Norcia sandwich was solid. Good tunes, decent prices. Perfect for a fast lunch.

Grabbed a chicken melt on a seeded bagel for lunch. They get it toasted just right, nice and crisp. My go-to for a quick bite when I&#39;m in a hurry. Solid spot.

I&rsquo;m a regular for their coffee. Always go for oat milk &mdash; it&rsquo;s just the right balance, smooth and not too bitter. My go-to spot when I need a reliable pick-me-up.

Grilled chicken and pumpkin salad was the highlight. The chicken had a nice char, and the pumpkin was sweet and tender. Sandwiches are fine, but that salad is the one to get. Fresh ingredients, decent portions.

The fish and chips were spot on - crispy batter and the chips were perfect. Great happy hour deals too.

Been a regular for a year. The smoked salmon sandwich is my go-to, and the chocolate croissant is always fresh. Prices are good for the area.

Jasmine&#39;s always got a friendly smile. The ice cream is fresh and full of flavour, just what you want.

A Gem in Cbd with tranqulity in busy Sydney. Service from Ali&amp; Alex were excellent &amp; attentive.  The warm bread with olio, french butter &amp; sessemi spice  served b4 courses were one of the best in the city. Nice quality touch welcome. Entree roast eggplant was too sour to my liking, the French sausage was good. Main- poisson du jour blue cod was my pick, the vegetable sauce was delicious. Fish was chunky but still juicy. Would be perfect if the fish be seasoned more. Smoke duck was good on it&#39;s own, but the acidic beeroot berry sauce has spoiled it. Would be better be a orange whiskey sauce.All in all good option in the city 5 star Sofitel.

We had a great meal at the Flat Rock Brew Cafe. It&#39;s an easy walk from home and the service was very friendly. Great beer and wine. We will be back soon.

First time trying their chicken banh mi. The bread was huge but hollow, so it&#39;s really all about that fresh, crunchy filling.

Been coming here for years, and it&#39;s always reliable. Love grabbing lunch after a quick walk through the gallery next door. The spot just has this easy, quiet feel to it. That&#39;s what keeps me coming back.

The dosas here are so crisp, you can hear them crack. That sound alone made my day. The sambar was rich and had this deep, slow-cooked warmth to it. It felt like a proper, no-fuss meal. Just what I needed.

The staff here are so friendly and attentive. It&#39;s a reliable local spot with a great, welcoming vibe.

Love the pool tables here. It&#39;s such a chill spot for a relaxed afternoon. The staff are friendly and it never feels too crowded, which is nice. A good place to just switch off for a bit.

Grabbed a late-night pizza here after work. Staff were friendly, and it came out fast. The pizza was good, simple and hit the spot. Decent for a quick bite.

This was a very enjoyable lunch. The food was presented well and served in generous portions. Most of all, Juvy (the manager on duty) and her team provided prompt and efficient service.Juvy took a genuine interest in our experience at the venue and assisted us with our order byoffering alternatives to comply with my dietary requirements. Very much appreciated.Highly recommended.

Tacos were super tasty, loved the little holder! My kid&#39;s milkshake was a hit, said it tasted just like melted ice cream. The lollie snake on the straw was a cute touch. Perfect spot for a casual catch-up with friends.

Stayed upstairs for a night. The app check-in was easy, no fuss. Room was clean and modern, bed was comfy. The $30 bar voucher was a good touch, used it for a couple of drinks.

Gelato scoops were a bit small for the price. But the chocolate and coffee are the real deal. That dark chocolate flavour was intense. Came for that.

The croissant was just right - dense and buttery. The coffee and walnut bun was lush too.

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