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Cafe Mint

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7.7

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579 Crown St
Surry Hills NSW 2010

Phone (02) 9319 0848

 

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Overall Rating              7.7  
 
Food                7.9  
Ambience                7.2  
Service                8.0  
Value                8.0  

 

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Overall             Average
Food 8 Ambience 4 Service 3 Value 7

 

The food is good, but service and ambience are not that exciting.
 
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lucretia  -   See my reviews 1review, 16 August 2008
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Overall             Recommended
Food 8 Ambience 7 Service 8 Value 8

 

I have been to Cafe Mint many times for brunch, but until recently had only been for dinner once (at least eighteen months ago). My partner and I have been twice in the last few weeks, and I was happily reminded just how fantastic it is, I think it is one of the best meals out in Surry Hills.

The service is always friendly, and the food on both our recent visits was so good, I practically had the same meal twice! Of course, the space/no bookings policy has its limitations, but on the whole I think Cafe Mint offers excellent value for money, particularly for a delicious mid-week meal.
 
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grumbler  -   See my reviews 2reviews, 28 July 2008
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Overall             Highly Recommended
Food 10 Ambience 8 Service 10 Value 9

 

I really enjoyed myself here. The service is friendly and the food is so tasty! I kind of wishe the menu had more variety because it's hard to suit a bunch of people eating out who want to share but we all really enjoyed ourselves and would definitely come back.
 
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nov  -   See my reviews 1review, 21 July 2008
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Overall             Highly Recommended
Food 10 Ambience 7 Service 9 Value 9

 

Mint is one of my favourite locals for dinner (have never been here during the day). It has helped me realise why people love to eat out every night of the week, and it doesn't have to be grandiose. I personally find the food original, scrumptious, and the portions large enough without obscuring the chance of dessert. Having been here about 10 times, my guests do tend to choose the ravioli with spiced lamb mince and they always love it, as do I. I also can't resist the asparagus for entree. You actually can't go wrong.

The chairs are uniformly comfortable and it is a little crowded if full. On the bright side, it's small and so easy to get the attention of the waitstaff who obviously don't take things too seriously and therefore do a good job. Also, it's BYO and there are many bottle-o's close by. If you don't like smokers, don't sit outside, they are everywhere on Crown Street.
 
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Lemon Drewski  -   See my reviews 15reviews, 21 July 2008
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Overall             Highly Recommended
Food 9 Ambience 9 Service 10 Value 10

 

The staff at Mint are the best I have ever come across, they are so attentive and just so nice, I have never had bad experience here. The mains are very filling and are good value. I have dined here several times and find the food to be outstanding.
 
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freyfrey  -   See my reviews 4reviews, 15 July 2008
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Overall             Recommended
Food 7 Ambience 8 Service 8 Value 7

 

A nice feel to arty feel to the place all round, from its food to its staff to the decor and location. Nice different flavours, but nothing out of this world. Great for a quick bite to eat at lunch if your in the area.
 
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David Davis  -   See my reviews 1review, 22 June 2008
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Overall             Highly Recommended
Food 10 Ambience 10 Service 10 Value 10

 

Fantastic, I just love the scrambled eggs with mint or the birchler muesli! I went there several times over the last couple of months and I am addicted!!! Best value for money-great breakfast!
 
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Klaubi  -   See my reviews 4reviews, 17 May 2008
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Overall             Highly Recommended
Food 9 Ambience 8 Service 9 Value 7

 

All this time I didn't realise Mint was open for dinner. Great food and great service!
 
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Soleil  -   See my reviews 12reviews, 22 April 2008
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Overall             Highly Recommended
Food 10 Ambience 8 Service 8 Value 9

 

Most of the reviewers only write about breakfast here, but their lunch and dinner menus are very special and unique. I would call it Modern Middle Eastern, very refined, not common kebab shop food.

Service is hit-and miss, food is excellent and value is good. They don't take bookings so go early for dinner, otherwise you will have to wait. One more quibble - the seating is very congested, they can't help it, they have very limited place. If they took bookings I would dine here at least once a week, I love it so much.
 
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nevereatathome  -   See my reviews 16reviews, 19 April 2008
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Overall             Highly Recommended
Food 8 Ambience 9 Service 9 Value 8

 

Very friendly staff, food was extremely tasty. Highly recommend it.
 
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dperlman  -   See my reviews 1review, 18 April 2008
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Cafe Mint Details

579 Crown St
Surry Hills NSW 2010
Phone (02) 9319 0848

website for Cafe Mint Website   view map Map

Cuisine

Middle Eastern, African

Chef

Daniel Radocaj

Opening Hours

Breakfast
Mon to Fri 7am - 5pm
Sat 7am - 4pm

Lunch
Mon to Fri 11am - 5pm
Sat 11am - 4pm

Dinner
Tue to Wed 6pm - 9:30pm
Thu to Fri 6pm - 10:30pm

Serves

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Average Meal Price

$30 - based on one entree & main course only

Prices

Entrees $8.50-$10.50
Mains $15.00-$25.00
Desserts $3.50-$8.50
Breakfast
$3-$11.9

BYO

BYO Wine
Corkage per person $2.50

Seats  40


Special Features

Child Friendly
Hip & Trendy
Outdoor Dining

Notes

No bookings; 10% surcharge on public holidays

 

 
 

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