Reviews by srf

This review is for Maidenwell Trading Post, Maidenwell QLD

verified email - 15 Sep 2017

Close by the falls, this little cafe has plenty of seating and is very comfy outside in the sun on a cooler day. There is not a huge menu but enough options for everybody, including vegetarian. Hot drinks are $4 cup, $5 mug, and $5 for a pot of tea for 1. The food was fresh and tasty, and the little store inside also sells packets of biscuits which are great to add to your hot drinks and share around. Service is very friendly, and we had no complaints at all. The only downside - which is understandable as it is a remote location - was the price of everything. Toasted cheese and tomato was $7, and the $5 pot of tea for 1 with a teabag is dearer than most other cafes we dine at. It is a lovely little cafe with good food but just be prepared with the price and understand it's because of the location.

This review is for BP Cafe, Coolongolook NSW

verified email - 13 Sep 2017

Absolutely disgusting. It's so rare that I say this, but the two hot drinks we ordered were absolute filth and could not be drunk but unfortunately we had left before we sipped them. The half strength cappuccino tasted like a black coffee with 3 shots, and the hot chocolate didn't resemble a hot chocolate at all. It tasted like a dirty old coffee that was barely warm. They might have only been $3 each, but they weren't worth anything at all. [redacted personal identifier]. So disappointed.

Approximate cost: $6

This review is for Hungry Jacks, Gundagai NSW

verified email - 11 Sep 2017

Very quick service and very fresh bread rolls, so soft. We both had vege burgers, $7.10 each. There are toilets inside - handy for travellers - and it's right near the Shell Servo.

Approximate cost: $14.2

This review is for Bunya Nut Cafe, Blackbutt QLD

verified email - 10 Sep 2017

Plenty of hot food options, including an extensive burger list (with vegetarian option) and pizzas mad fresh to order. The Steak Works burger was great with pineapple and egg extras, and the Vege burgers were also quite substantial in size. Hot chips were fresh, not oily, very tasty. The outdoor seating area at the back is quiet and relaxing, surrounded by ferns and overhead passionfruit vine. Even the Outhouse decor is funky. Standard prices and friendly service.

This review is for Bakery 31, Ross TAS

verified email - 10 Sep 2017

FOOD: Tasty pies, which for our group included mostly vegetarian which they did offer. Pricing was standard with other locations these days, as there's no such thing as a $2 or $3 pie anywhere anymore. They also offered more than just Pies, including a vegetarian soup which one of our group did have and quite enjoyed it. Hot drinks were standard price.
SERVICE/STAFF: Staff were friendly, though service after ordering was a little slower than we expected.
ATMOSPHERE/LOCATION: It's located on the Main Street through town so you can't miss it. Parking is on the street, and on a busy day you might have to park a little farther up the road but it's not too long a walk. We were able to park straight across the road. In winter you'll probably want to find a seat inside as we did, just by the fireplace. Inside is very homely and comfortable, but not huge.
EXTRAS: Inside you'll be able to purchase some sweets and drinks, as well as some local produce, honeys, etc.
WOULD WE RETURN: It's a nice little Bakery, nothing special but definitely nothing wrong. We'd probably like to try some other places in town next time.

This review is for Rapture Cafe, Ferntree Gully VIC

verified email - 10 Sep 2017

FOOD: To sum up - delicious. There were numerous options we could have gone with, and multiple vegetarian options which is always appreciated. The vege burger was excellent, full of flavour, and tasted like a real homemade pattie, not your usual potato patty deep-fried. Even the side salad was gourmet. Pricing was standard Cafe prices, and the food definitely worth it, you get what you pay for.
SERVICE/STAFF: Staff were very friendly, happy to answer questions, and able to recommend different food options including their personal favourites. Food was delivered in a timely manner, hot drinks were also very prompt.
ATMOSPHERE/LOCATION: Inside atmosphere was lovely, very comfortable and plenty of seating indoors which was great in the wet weather. It's right by the train station, so great for brekky for commuters, but luckily for us also had everything else nearby that we needed, including laundromat, service station and car wash. Inside, the toilets were very clean, and the kids play area would be a definite bonus for parents wanting a cuppa or lunch.
EXTRAS: Inside you'll be able to purchase some local products, candles, oils, pictures, handmade bags, etc.
WOULD WE RETURN: Definitely. We'd recommend it.

This review is for Orford Roadhouse, Orford TAS

verified email - 10 Sep 2017

ATMOSPHERE/LOCATION:
The Orford Roadhouse is a great little Cafe as you drive through Orford and has a nice warm, clean seating area inside and a deck out the back which looks over the water.

SERVICE AND STAFF:
We stopped in here a few times when we stayed in Orford but the service never changed which is their only downfall. There seems to be only one person that works there and he is very abrupt and not very friendly when taking your orders. The few times we stopped in and was at the counter looking, we were asked if we were right to order and we said we were still looking, he was very abrupt and rude and said angrily, "well tell me when you ready then", and storms off out the back kitchen. I'd understand the first time if something was wrong but every time he seemed to be the same.

Food and Pricing:
There was a pretty good variety of food with fresh sandwiches and rolls in the fridge and hot items in the hot box.
The pricing was pretty normal these days with cafes.

Extras:
It seemed that he sold a lot of local food items as well which helps the community.

Last Words:
Other than the service, it was a good little cafe in Orford with hot coffee and great take away food.
We did get a little bit tired of the abrupt service which made us go to another cafe in Triabunna for the rest of our stay. If your after some quick takeaway food and a coffee, then this cafe will be fine.

This review is for Colonial Teahouse & Gift Shop, Triabunna TAS

verified email - 10 Sep 2017

ATMOSPHERE/LOCATION:
This great little Tea House in Triabunna is beautifully set out which takes you back in time a little. It has a beautiful fire place crackling in one room which keeps it nice and warm with old china placed around the Cafe and soft music playing to keep your mind at ease while sipping on a nice hot Earl Grey. It is in the centre of town which makes it easy to find and plenty of street parking.

SERVICE AND STAFF:
The service is impeccable and all the staff are incredibly friendly and happy to be working there.

FOOD AND PRICING:
Their range of cakes and slices seem to be endless and there just isn't enough room to fit them all in but we tried as we visited here several times during our 2 week local stay. The prices are starting to become a normal for cafes as many would say they are a little high on the pricing, which sometime we would agree with, but as we travel a lot, we notice that these are now becoming the average price for food at a higher class Tea Houses.

Last Words:
There was only one thing that tricked us up on our fist visit to the Tea House and that was on the menu it said that the 'Devonshire Tea' included 2 scones and jam and cream for the price, but when we went to pay, the drink is not included in that price, where most places we visit, a Devonshire Tea is a Devonshire Tea which is scones and drink.
No big deal other than the end bill was more than we expected but that didn't stop us from returning several times during our stay. Would return here for sure.

This review is for The Apple Shed, Grove TAS

verified email - 10 Sep 2017

ATMOSPHERE AND LOCATION:
The Apple Shed is located on the Huon Hwy and is easily found with local signage showing the way.
The atmosphere here at The Apple Shed is very comfortable with a renovated shed/barn with a nice warm fire place and overhead heating, a beautiful appointed Cafe and plenty of seating both inside and out.

SERVICE AND STAFF:
We have visited twice now and brought family the second time, and the service has always been friendly and courteous and our meals have always come out within a reasonable time.

FOOD AND PRICING:
Food these days seem to not be very cheap at cafes but this is becoming the norm for most places. You can easily spend $50 for 2 on a couple of meals and drinks or a couple of pieces of apple pie and drinks for 2 will cost you approx. $30.

Last Words:
It is free to get into the Apple Shed and look around but they do ask for a gold coin donation for the museum end of the Shed, which is well worth the look. The Apple Shed is a great place to stop and is a must on your Tasmanian holiday.

Approximate cost: $30

This review is for Jetty Cafe, Dennes Point TAS

verified email - 10 Sep 2017

ATMOSPHERE/LOCATION:
The Jetty Cafe is located on the Northern end of Bruny Island with incredible views and it is a beautiful architecturally designed building.
SERVICE & STAFF:
The staff was a little rude and questioned how much sugar we actually needed when there was none on the table and also questioned the way I like my coffee. Service was also on the slow side with 26 minutes for a cup of coffee with only 4 other people in the cafe at the time of ordering.
FOOD/PRICING:
We arrived at 11:30am and there is only 4 items on the menu. 3 items were $16.90 and the other $17.90. There are no options for children at all, only the meals listed. We had mushrooms on toast ($16.90) and the frittata ($17.90).
We feel this was over priced for just mushrooms on toast and a frittata but others may disagree.
LAST WORDS:
This cafe is beautifully designed with great views. It was very slow on service and the food was over priced a little, but if you don't mind the price, the food was beautifully cooked.

Approximate cost: $18