Restaurants, European, Good For Groups, Degustation Menu, Has Bar
Overall 7.9 3
8 Recommended
Food 8 Ambience 7 Service 10 Value 7
The Zen style decor is ultra modern and chic, black, white and greys with polished concrete floors and expansive charcoal marble counters, beautifully contrasted with American walnut tables and chairs, in a rich warm stain. On the counters are featured large vases of twisted willow, and cherry blossoms, with stacks of chopped firewood, a pile of sea urchins, and a skeleton of a large fish. Huge glass windows overlooking a formal garden, the river, and the Storey bridge further delight the eyes. Imaginative light fittings and black and white modern art paintings, complete the picture.
The degustation menu which changes daily is created around the seasons and the weather, is imaginative, and decorative, with some amazing combinations of flavours, all served on extra large plates and bowls. The taster menu consisted of thirteen different recipes, all memorable, the stand- outs for us being, The Lamb Belly with aubergine and cavalo nero, and the Deckle of Beef, with yogurt and parsley.
Half of the pristine kitchen is open to the restaurant, and watching the chefs arrange and decorate the food was fascinating, altogether not soon forgotten. This restaurant is only a year old and has already won five prestiges awards.
Oct 06, 2012
Restaurants, Modern Australian, Seafood, Serves Dinner, Serves Lunch
Overall 7.6 9
10 Highly Recommended
Food 10 Ambience 10 Service 10 Value 10
My first impression of Oscars, was of a stunning, modern, restaurant with unobstructed continuous views of the coastline, with the skyscrapers of Surfers Paradise arising from the ocean vista. Charcoal floor tiles pave the entry, while the large dining area is carpeted. Two very striking paintings and a modern sculpture adorn the entrance area, and long white leather couches surround the large bar, scattered with a range of colourful cushions.
From the bar, ranch sliders open seamlessly onto a deck with wooden yacht flooring, surrounded by a ships railing, which along with the sound of the sea, soaring seagulls and sea views, create the illusion of first class dining on an ocean liner. The white table clothes and walls in the main dining area are contrasted with light grey and some darker grey chairs ofset by the charcoal carpet. Huge pot plants in white pots add a welcome touch of greenery.
Overlooking the town and the beach is a second alfresco dining area.
The menu has an exquisite range of food options, which change regularly, my entrée was half a dozen Tasmanian Oysters baked in cream spinach, with heidi farm gruyere, served on a slate tray, my favourite oyster dish to date, delicious.
Mains were, seared scallops, celeriac puree, crispy prosciutto, apple balsamic, served again on a slate plate, with a side order, of baby cos, beetroot and persian fetta salad, and verjuice vinaigrette, stunning. I finished with an individually baked rhubarb pie, vanilla anglaise and icecream, decadent I know, I also enjoyed a very well made coffee. The preparation and presentation of my selection could not be faulted.
The service staff were knowledgeable and professional. Across from me sat a couple who said, that they have eaten here about twenty times, in their opinion the best on the Gold Coast. It has been written "a special occasion deserves a special destination" and that is exactly what Oskars restaurant is all about, it is easy to understand why diners will return frequently. A wonderful dining experience, will certainly return.
Oct 06, 2012
Restaurants, Modern Australian, Vegetarian, Has Bar, Serves Breakfast
Overall 9.4 2
9.5 Highly Recommended
Food 10 Ambience 9 Service 10 Value 9
The Edge Restaurant is beside the Edge Hotel but is privately owned. The decor is minimalistic but very creative. The bar has etched glass mirrors behind it and grey marble bar fronts, softly illuminated. High tables in translucent terrazzo are lit from within, and fabulous orange light shades of pleated silk hover over the high glowing tables, like miniature space ships. Tall high backed stools and taupe leather sofas are the supplied seating. Between the bar area and the restaurant, are long green grasses incapsulated between clear polyurethane sheets which gives the appearance of water.
On the opposite wall are curves of small sheets of firm white shapes, woven together, looking like a flotilla of small yacht sails, also lit from behind, emanating a soft flattering light into the dining area. There is another etched glass feature, and the forth wall is comprised of concertina doors opening onto an alfresco dining balcony overlooking the river. Altogether elegant and charming.
We chose from an excellent dinner menu, entrees, a seafood tasting plater for two, It consisted of an abundance of local cooked seafood served on a large platter, absolutely delightful for starters. Followed by, "From the Reef to the Paddock" local Hereford eye fillet, topped with half a Moreton Bay bug, and a king prawn, dressed with garlic cream sauce served with sautéed crushed potatoes and broccolini, another 250 gram Eye Fillet, accompanied with red wine jus, the Edge House salad, with seasoned tempura chips. Both of these meals were faultless in preparation and presentation, both steaks were succulent and tender.
For desserts, Baklava, layers of flakey filo pastry with pistachio's and walnuts soaked in honey lemon syrup, and served with house made turkish delights, absolutely mouth watering, and a delicious Sticky Date Pudding, rich dark creamy pudding with red rum marinated dates, served with vanilla anglaise, both desserts were the perfect finish, to a fabulous dinner.
The service was up there with the food also faultless. Friday nights The Edge has happy hour, serving freshly shucked Coffin Bay oysters, with drinks of your choice. A must do for oyster lovers.
Aug 12, 2012
Restaurants, Modern Australian, Serves Breakfast, Serves Dinner, Serves Late Dining
Overall 8.9 2
9.5 Highly Recommended
Food 10 Ambience 10 Service 9 Value 9
Favourable situated on a corner overlooking the city and the river, the Jam Corner is the epitome of european chic. Predominately black grey and white with contrasts in texture created by pressed metal around the bar and fabulous touches of damask wall paper and some very original cane based light shades.
The dining chairs, one single piece of elegantly curved wood, add warmth and style as do the bench seats and cushions around the windows and several booths available. An ornate black mirror and a large white iron chandelier complete the look, To the side of the front counter, a stunning function/dining room is striking in its black and grey stripes, french chairs, and stunning silver mirror and chandelier.
The Alfresco area also includes bench seat and cushions and a large table for groups. The function centre, which occupies the top floor has lavish decor of grey and black with brilliant reds featured in the wall paper, drapes and cushions. The verandah, hung with fairy lights, has varied seating arrangements with lovely contrasting cushions, tables and potted trees scattered between. This restaurant is dedicated to providing a seasonally inspired menu, of locally sourced, organic food, where possible.
Our selections from the dinner menu were, Oyster au naturale and kataifi wrapped with harissa and Yarra Valley pearls. Then Townsville half shell scallops, truffle potatoes, chorizo and salmoriglio, both dishes very memorable.
Our mains were, Pepper crusted Huon salmon on a fennel risotto with Schezwan calamari and red wine reduction and Western plains pork belly, crackle, green apple, pumpkin cream hazelnut and vincotto, (the crackling was superb). Both dishes were prepared and presented to perfection and totally unforgettable.
Dessert was of 4 flavours of winter chocolate petit fours, sticky date pudding/ apple crumble/lemon pudding/iced cherry and chocolate souffle. To take four popular desserts and encase each one in dark chocolate was inspired, and totally delectable.
The menu was accompanied by a small but selective wine list. We finished with the outstanding Piazza Doro Di Manfredi coffee. Add to the fabulous food, friendly and knowledgeable service and relaxing ambience, this would have to be at the top of the list of our best dining experiences.
Aug 04, 2012
Restaurants, Modern Australian, Family Dining, Fine Dining, Good For Groups
Overall 8.2 5
8.5 Highly Recommended
Food 9 Ambience 10 Service 7 Value 8
Inside are wooden floors, walls and ceiling, with a myriad of matching lights hanging from chains of varying lengths, their reflections in the high windows adding further drama to their magical effects. The open kitchen is visible from the restaurant with a huge circular copper extractor above the bench and cooking space, dividing the two area's.
The kitchen walls are tiled with fabulous red miniature tiles, and the bench fronts are sheathed in crumpled netting with lights behind them creating another very striking feature. The largest part of the restaurant is outside on wooden decks, overlooking the marina at one end and dense tropical greenery at the side. Cream leather bench seats create a half wall and very comfortable seating and in the centre are dark cane sofas with deep cream cushions.
A large bar presides over illuminated ponds, surrounded by cube stools. Patterned ceilings, soft lighting and candles complete the romantic, Balinese atmosphere.
From an excellent menu we enjoyed for starters Oysters Kilpatrick, chorizo, sweet and sour onions, glazed with parmesan cheese, served on a narrow white rectangular plate, displaying the oysters to perfection. Along with a seafood bouillabaisse, herbed local redclaw, roasted garlic croute, herb oil, micro herb salad. Both these plates were delicious, prepared and presented to perfection. For mains we had a chilled seafood platter, king prawns, moreton bay bugs, natural oysters, sweet cured ocean trout, crab tzatziki and avocado tian, local red claw, wasabi tuna, horseradish and dill aioli, creating a very appealing dish.
The other main was, a salt mash herb crusted lamb rack, with potato and rosemary gratin, mustard glazed dutch carrots, mini gel, port and red currant jus, absolutely divine. For deserts we chose a Salt House dessert tasting plate, again a real pleasure for the taste buds. While dining met a much travelled, Western Australian entrepreneur who believes this place is Cairns' finest.
A stunning location, with fabulous food, ensures the continuing popularity of this establishment.
Jul 30, 2012
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Restaurants, European, Good For Groups, Degustation Menu, Has Bar
Overall 7.9 3
8 Recommended
Food 8 Ambience 7 Service 10 Value 7
The Zen style decor is ultra modern and chic, black, white and greys with polished concrete floors and expansive charcoal marble counters, beautifully contrasted with American walnut tables and chairs, in a rich warm stain. On the counters are featured large vases of twisted willow, and cherry blossoms, with stacks of chopped firewood, a pile of sea urchins, and a skeleton of a large fish. Huge glass windows overlooking a formal garden, the river, and the Storey bridge further delight the eyes. Imaginative light fittings and black and white modern art paintings, complete the picture.
The degustation menu which changes daily is created around the seasons and the weather, is imaginative, and decorative, with some amazing combinations of flavours, all served on extra large plates and bowls. The taster menu consisted of thirteen different recipes, all memorable, the stand- outs for us being, The Lamb Belly with aubergine and cavalo nero, and the Deckle of Beef, with yogurt and parsley.
Half of the pristine kitchen is open to the restaurant, and watching the chefs arrange and decorate the food was fascinating, altogether not soon forgotten. This restaurant is only a year old and has already won five prestiges awards.
Oct 06, 2012
Restaurants, Modern Australian, Seafood, Serves Dinner, Serves Lunch
Overall 7.6 9
10 Highly Recommended
Food 10 Ambience 10 Service 10 Value 10
My first impression of Oscars, was of a stunning, modern, restaurant with unobstructed continuous views of the coastline, with the skyscrapers of Surfers Paradise arising from the ocean vista. Charcoal floor tiles pave the entry, while the large dining area is carpeted. Two very striking paintings and a modern sculpture adorn the entrance area, and long white leather couches surround the large bar, scattered with a range of colourful cushions.
From the bar, ranch sliders open seamlessly onto a deck with wooden yacht flooring, surrounded by a ships railing, which along with the sound of the sea, soaring seagulls and sea views, create the illusion of first class dining on an ocean liner. The white table clothes and walls in the main dining area are contrasted with light grey and some darker grey chairs ofset by the charcoal carpet. Huge pot plants in white pots add a welcome touch of greenery.
Overlooking the town and the beach is a second alfresco dining area.
The menu has an exquisite range of food options, which change regularly, my entrée was half a dozen Tasmanian Oysters baked in cream spinach, with heidi farm gruyere, served on a slate tray, my favourite oyster dish to date, delicious.
Mains were, seared scallops, celeriac puree, crispy prosciutto, apple balsamic, served again on a slate plate, with a side order, of baby cos, beetroot and persian fetta salad, and verjuice vinaigrette, stunning. I finished with an individually baked rhubarb pie, vanilla anglaise and icecream, decadent I know, I also enjoyed a very well made coffee. The preparation and presentation of my selection could not be faulted.
The service staff were knowledgeable and professional. Across from me sat a couple who said, that they have eaten here about twenty times, in their opinion the best on the Gold Coast. It has been written "a special occasion deserves a special destination" and that is exactly what Oskars restaurant is all about, it is easy to understand why diners will return frequently. A wonderful dining experience, will certainly return.
Oct 06, 2012
Restaurants, Modern Australian, Vegetarian, Has Bar, Serves Breakfast
Overall 9.4 2
9.5 Highly Recommended
Food 10 Ambience 9 Service 10 Value 9
The Edge Restaurant is beside the Edge Hotel but is privately owned. The decor is minimalistic but very creative. The bar has etched glass mirrors behind it and grey marble bar fronts, softly illuminated. High tables in translucent terrazzo are lit from within, and fabulous orange light shades of pleated silk hover over the high glowing tables, like miniature space ships. Tall high backed stools and taupe leather sofas are the supplied seating. Between the bar area and the restaurant, are long green grasses incapsulated between clear polyurethane sheets which gives the appearance of water.
On the opposite wall are curves of small sheets of firm white shapes, woven together, looking like a flotilla of small yacht sails, also lit from behind, emanating a soft flattering light into the dining area. There is another etched glass feature, and the forth wall is comprised of concertina doors opening onto an alfresco dining balcony overlooking the river. Altogether elegant and charming.
We chose from an excellent dinner menu, entrees, a seafood tasting plater for two, It consisted of an abundance of local cooked seafood served on a large platter, absolutely delightful for starters. Followed by, "From the Reef to the Paddock" local Hereford eye fillet, topped with half a Moreton Bay bug, and a king prawn, dressed with garlic cream sauce served with sautéed crushed potatoes and broccolini, another 250 gram Eye Fillet, accompanied with red wine jus, the Edge House salad, with seasoned tempura chips. Both of these meals were faultless in preparation and presentation, both steaks were succulent and tender.
For desserts, Baklava, layers of flakey filo pastry with pistachio's and walnuts soaked in honey lemon syrup, and served with house made turkish delights, absolutely mouth watering, and a delicious Sticky Date Pudding, rich dark creamy pudding with red rum marinated dates, served with vanilla anglaise, both desserts were the perfect finish, to a fabulous dinner.
The service was up there with the food also faultless. Friday nights The Edge has happy hour, serving freshly shucked Coffin Bay oysters, with drinks of your choice. A must do for oyster lovers.
Aug 12, 2012
Restaurants, Modern Australian, Serves Breakfast, Serves Dinner, Serves Late Dining
Overall 8.9 2
9.5 Highly Recommended
Food 10 Ambience 10 Service 9 Value 9
Favourable situated on a corner overlooking the city and the river, the Jam Corner is the epitome of european chic. Predominately black grey and white with contrasts in texture created by pressed metal around the bar and fabulous touches of damask wall paper and some very original cane based light shades.
The dining chairs, one single piece of elegantly curved wood, add warmth and style as do the bench seats and cushions around the windows and several booths available. An ornate black mirror and a large white iron chandelier complete the look, To the side of the front counter, a stunning function/dining room is striking in its black and grey stripes, french chairs, and stunning silver mirror and chandelier.
The Alfresco area also includes bench seat and cushions and a large table for groups. The function centre, which occupies the top floor has lavish decor of grey and black with brilliant reds featured in the wall paper, drapes and cushions. The verandah, hung with fairy lights, has varied seating arrangements with lovely contrasting cushions, tables and potted trees scattered between. This restaurant is dedicated to providing a seasonally inspired menu, of locally sourced, organic food, where possible.
Our selections from the dinner menu were, Oyster au naturale and kataifi wrapped with harissa and Yarra Valley pearls. Then Townsville half shell scallops, truffle potatoes, chorizo and salmoriglio, both dishes very memorable.
Our mains were, Pepper crusted Huon salmon on a fennel risotto with Schezwan calamari and red wine reduction and Western plains pork belly, crackle, green apple, pumpkin cream hazelnut and vincotto, (the crackling was superb). Both dishes were prepared and presented to perfection and totally unforgettable.
Dessert was of 4 flavours of winter chocolate petit fours, sticky date pudding/ apple crumble/lemon pudding/iced cherry and chocolate souffle. To take four popular desserts and encase each one in dark chocolate was inspired, and totally delectable.
The menu was accompanied by a small but selective wine list. We finished with the outstanding Piazza Doro Di Manfredi coffee. Add to the fabulous food, friendly and knowledgeable service and relaxing ambience, this would have to be at the top of the list of our best dining experiences.
Aug 04, 2012
Restaurants, Modern Australian, Family Dining, Fine Dining, Good For Groups
Overall 8.2 5
8.5 Highly Recommended
Food 9 Ambience 10 Service 7 Value 8
Inside are wooden floors, walls and ceiling, with a myriad of matching lights hanging from chains of varying lengths, their reflections in the high windows adding further drama to their magical effects. The open kitchen is visible from the restaurant with a huge circular copper extractor above the bench and cooking space, dividing the two area's.
The kitchen walls are tiled with fabulous red miniature tiles, and the bench fronts are sheathed in crumpled netting with lights behind them creating another very striking feature. The largest part of the restaurant is outside on wooden decks, overlooking the marina at one end and dense tropical greenery at the side. Cream leather bench seats create a half wall and very comfortable seating and in the centre are dark cane sofas with deep cream cushions.
A large bar presides over illuminated ponds, surrounded by cube stools. Patterned ceilings, soft lighting and candles complete the romantic, Balinese atmosphere.
From an excellent menu we enjoyed for starters Oysters Kilpatrick, chorizo, sweet and sour onions, glazed with parmesan cheese, served on a narrow white rectangular plate, displaying the oysters to perfection. Along with a seafood bouillabaisse, herbed local redclaw, roasted garlic croute, herb oil, micro herb salad. Both these plates were delicious, prepared and presented to perfection. For mains we had a chilled seafood platter, king prawns, moreton bay bugs, natural oysters, sweet cured ocean trout, crab tzatziki and avocado tian, local red claw, wasabi tuna, horseradish and dill aioli, creating a very appealing dish.
The other main was, a salt mash herb crusted lamb rack, with potato and rosemary gratin, mustard glazed dutch carrots, mini gel, port and red currant jus, absolutely divine. For deserts we chose a Salt House dessert tasting plate, again a real pleasure for the taste buds. While dining met a much travelled, Western Australian entrepreneur who believes this place is Cairns' finest.
A stunning location, with fabulous food, ensures the continuing popularity of this establishment.
Jul 30, 2012
Restaurants, Modern Australian, Has Bar, Serves Dinner, Serves Lunch
Overall 8 1
8 Recommended
Food 8 Ambience 8 Service 8 Value 8
The Brewery", Restaurant, and Function centre, is located in the former city post office (circa 1897). A heritage land mark in the CBD, it incorporates the only functional clock tower in Townsville. Inside, dark tones predominate, creating an elegant, moody atmosphere, highlighted by a pale tongue and groove ceiling hung with fabulous art deco lamps. Patchwork style art deco glass windows, and a huge decorative gilt mirror, add further interest.
Half the restaurant has large comfortable booth seats and tables, the other half, stylish wooden tables and chairs, and delicate, filmy curtains separate the two areas. One high stretch of wall has been pared back to the original brickwork revealing the Brewery's historic past, and a large window allows views into the actual brewery. A beautiful horse-shoe shaped alcove with soft lamps and a magnificent chandelier is tucked away at the rear. We tasted seven of the brewery's boutique beers,
Townsville bitter premium, Townsville lager, Bandito loco Mexican lager, Belgium blond wit bier, Digger's golden ale, Ned's red ale, and a Flannigan's dry Irish stout, all noteworthy, accompanied by a dozen "Moulting Bay" Tasmanian oysters, au naturale.
Our mains were, Eye fillet (250g) Kimberley red beef, grain fed, (Moranbar Queensland), served with pan fried prawns, cafe de paris butter, roasted vegetables, and a Pan seared Atlantic Salmon on pumpkin gallete with grilled field mushrooms, green beans, and salsa verde. All beautifully prepared and presented and thoroughly enjoyed. Espresso and hazelnut profiteroles with chocolate sauce and an individual caramelised lemon tart with double cream, completed our dinner, finishing with a well made coffee. A very enjoyable evening.
Upstairs, a very large function room is available for, weddings, conferences, etc. The furnishings and light fittings are stunning.
Jul 19, 2012
Overall 8 1
8 Recommended
Food 8 Ambience 8 Service 8 Value 8
Dunks and Unley is an elegant, comfortable, welcoming, Polish themed restaurant/cafe. The entrance is through an attractive courtyard dining area with many topiaried trees and plants, with a toasty outdoor brasier. This leads to a hallway, with high stools and tables, adjacent to the cafe. Inside the cafe, dark olive walls highlight the beautiful oak church pew seats, and an antique chest used as a counter. A glass cabinet features delicious cakes and salads.
Across the hall is a huge room with pale olive walls and a striking, papered feature wall, full of beautiful furniture, china, glassware, lamps, candlesticks, mirrors and much more, all for sale. The owner Bridgett Minkus has fine examples of creative art work hanging on the walls. All this area is available for dining and coffee's, a feast for the eyes as you partake.
Additional comfy sofas and chairs enhance the relaxing atmosphere of this room to perfection. We chose from an excellent menu, the large breakfast, and a polish lunch dish (Polish krokiety) savoury meat mince, swiss mushrooms and sauerkraut, in pancake style pastry and lightly grilled. Served with fresh garden salad and Polish beetroot drinking soup, different, but absolutely delicious.
Then the Big Brekky with "the lot", eggs prepared to your choice, grilled Barossa Valley bacon, smoked sausage, saute'ed Swiss mushrooms, char grilled tomatoes with toasted Ciabatta bread, very satisfying. Salatka a side dish we tried their Sala, a Polish salad, finely cut steamed vegetables, egg, gherkins, fresh peas and parsley, lightly coated with Thomy Mayonnaise and served on toast with fried bacon and oak leaf lettuce, "Wow" recommend.
On enquiry we discovered that the food is prepared by the Polish owner and chef who obviously has a passion for food. We finished with a Polish cheese cake and five senses coffee, altogether a very relaxing, enjoyable dining experience.
Jun 14, 2012
Bars, Tapas, Good For Groups, Outdoor Dining, Serves Dinner
Overall 8.8 1
8.8 Highly Recommended
Drinks 9 Ambience 8 Service 9 Value 9
Located at the top of Mosley square, behind the Town Hall, with the main entrance off the grassed area overlooking the pier and the beach, this situation creates a private and intimate dining experience. It is slightly out of the way but well worth seeking out.
The restaurant decor is French style with deep terra-cotta walls and French cafe two toned chairs. At each end are comfortable leather lounge suites in deep tan. There are attractive arched windows above french doors opening out onto a large el fresco area with fantastic sea views. Between the French doors are fabulous full size wine barrels with antique style candelabras atop. Around the large well stocked bar are white leather and chrome sprung bar stools, very comfortable and very trendy.
From a predominately tapas menu we started with the tempura fried oysters, with wakami salad, pickled ginger and wasabi mayo, the best cooked, dressed oysters we have ever tasted. This was followed by the combination seafood and meat platter for two, accompanied by fries, rocket salad and three delicious dipping sauces. The platter was very generous with a great array of seafood, chicken, and tender slices of rare steak, totally satisfying.
The recommended wine was a perfect accompaniment to the seafood courses. Our choices for desserts were the strawberry Eaton mess, amazing, and a chocolate Fondant with cherry and red wine compote and vanilla bean ice-cream, deliciously gooey.
This restaurant has a very inviting, intimate vibe, with exceptional food. Spoil yourself.
May 06, 2012
Cafes, Licensed, Outdoor Dining, Serves Breakfast, Serves Lunch
Overall 8.5 1
8.5 Highly Recommended
Food 10 Ambience 8 Service 8 Value 8
"Whipped" Bake Bar Cafe is located at the beach end of Semaphore Rd. On the foot path in front of the cafe is an Al fresco area with cheerful orange and white tables and chairs, at the rear is a private courtyard, with predominately black and white tables and a couple of the orange and whites, combined with high tables and bright yellow stools, creating a very striking effect.
A central eating area has a stunning gold and orange wall paper feature wall and a central fireplace. The main cafe area repeats the gold and orange feature wall with orange upholstered bench seats, the rest of the decor is predominately black and pale grey, with polished floors. Emerald green book case-shelves highlight the orange and emerald juicer nearby, which is constantly in use. Interesting and unusual light fittings line the counter area above a fabulous display of cakes, muffins and lunch specialties.
Behind the counter a whole blackboard wall has the descriptions of the coffee beans used here and where they originated, and two coffee grinders ensure that the coffee is always fresh. A new coffee Synesso machine and a top barista produce a loverly crema, textured coffee with a pleasant aftertaste. The "Whipped" states, "We bake and cook from scratch, using South Australian fresh produce, come in a taste the difference".
We agreed and ordered from an excellent breakfast menu the "Whipped Breakfast" of free range eggs, bacon, roast tomato, mushrooms, chorizo, hash brown and toast, excellent. My wife chose from the lunch specials board, prawns and cous cous salad, fresh, delicious and enjoyable, a thoroughly satisfying lunch experience. This cafe is very ecco friendly, with a written, sustainability, mission statement.
May 05, 2012
Overall 7.1 11
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
9.8 Highly Recommended
Food 10 Ambience 9 Service 10 Value 10
Cafe Assiette is situated in an historic stone building, on a corner, half way up the main street. The interior is comprised of three separate rooms with three fireplaces, creating a cosy cheerful ambience. Walls are predominately buttery cream with several feature walls of burgundy with light-shades to match. The back room has one whole wall of written messages called, "The German Message Wall", prints and framed photographs adorn the other walls, these are for sale.
The floors are predominately pale natural wood, with the back room having carpet, large barrels, pitchers and tree branches give a lovely rustic character to the decor. An Al fresco dining verandah, sheltered by shade giving trees is ideal on hot sunny days.
From a very large and varied menu from light lunches, through to hearty traditional German fare, we had, German Pork Belly, a slow braised pork belly in cashew and apple sauce served with mash and sauerkraut and green salad, a Lamb Shank French daub style, a tender, slow roasted lamb shank served on a bed of mash with salad, both of these dishes were a generous size and very delicious.
At the entrance is a sign, "The best coffee in Harndorf" we would agree. Our taste buds were also enticed by the range of tantalizing cakes at the counter. The service was excellent, we were surprised how quickly our meals were served, altogether a delightful lunch, by an open fire, on a cold day, perfect.
May 04, 2012
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