Hey, Brickfields is open! These guys have been baking on this corner for a while now, but it's only…read morerecently that they've turned their operation into a proper cafe. And it's delightful. Before they formally opened it was kind of fun, you could still stop by and grab a loaf, every now and then. Sometimes, walking past here at 4.30 in the afternoon, there'd be some nice chappy standing outside offering bead to everyone that passed. I probably shouldn't say that, it might breach some kind of health license. Authorities: don't worry, the bread was f*ing amazing, and some homeless people ate dinner. And they don't do that any more, now that they're all proper like. This site has also been the Mecca Espresso roastery for a while, I think. From what I understand, Brickfields is a collaboration between Paul from Mecca, and Simon from Luxe bakery. Sounds like a damn good combination. They've also figured out that less is more: all you need to do to make a bakery look attractive is put bread in the window. The rest happens through scent. Their breakfast menu is rustic and good quality - sourdough or fig & walnut toast, breakfast plates, croissants, bruschetta, that sort of thing. Baked on site, and in plain view. They make great use of this high-ceiling corner space - it's relatively unadorned, but they have revitalised the old tiles, added some high shelving, and used wooden countertops, wooden outdoor tables, and wooden stools. Actually the stools along the window are worth remarking upon in two sentences: they're marvellously engineered, but you'd really have to go there to see what I mean. It's a fabulous addition to a rather quiet, eccentric part of Chippo. The sourdough is subtle and tasty, and, of course, the coffee does not disappoint. Smooth and creamy, not at all bitter. They don't do skim - just full cream and soy. Good job fellas.

I ordered (and ate!) that fruit and walnut sourdough you see in the picture. $8 and it's yours…read more Actually the menu forgot to mention the honey on it. Wow, honey drizzle! Plus, you'll notice that I don't photograph my food very often. I already took a bite when it dawned to me that this could be a worthy addition to Yelp imagery. Anyway, just mentioning this in case you were wondering if their breads come with a bite off, or if the chef (do chefs actually prepare sandwiches?) might have suddenly felt hungry. While I can't answer the latter, I can assure you both slices were intact when I got them. Enough slice yarn from this side of the counter. Coffee is mellow and a bit too soft for my gusto. But for the visually delighted, it did come with a well done free pouring art. Items on the menu range from $4.5 for the sourdough toast or the $5 for the ham & cheese croissant to the $14 bonito sandwich. Somehow a two digit figure and a sandwich doesn't mix well with me (most items are in that range). Unless it's a sandwich that puts all on it that's humanly possible - while I haven't seen the bonito, I doubt it's one of those. That's not to say the food isn't nice and tasty. Fennel had definitely sown the seeds of taste onto my slice, but would I return soon? Probably be a while.

Cafe Bella Dee located in San Souci, is the perfect corner café for you to unwind, dine and feel…read morecarefree (San Souci is a French phrase for free of care). This quaint cafe is owned by a sister and brother duo and offers diners an indoor and alfresco seating, perfect to soak in the sunshine amidst winter. We tried a variety of delicious all day breakfast items. With so many delectable options to choose from, if ever in doubt, order the Corn Fritters! These were thee best fritters I've ever had, packed with juicy corn kernels and great flavour combination. What I tried: The French Toast: Brioche french toast with seasonal berries, vanilla-nut praline icecream, Canadian maple syrup and crumb . The Corn Fritters: Smoked salmon, housemade labneh, smashed avacado, basil pesto, watercress and sweet pickled onion . The Rosie Benny: Sourdough bread topped with poached eggs, baby spinach and housemade pink hollandaise sauce . The Pretty Smash: Toasted sourdough bread topped with smashed avacado, tomato medley, feta, betroot cumin hummus and pistachio . Açaí berry bowl: Toasted Maple Almond muesli, chia seeds, coconut, seasonal fruits, almonds and honey . Coconut Chia Pudding: with yoghurt, roasted nuts, seasonal berries and honey

Such a lovely cafe, with food which could only be described as Instagram worthy.. the big…read moredifference is as well as look pretty it tastes amazing. Most food items were around $20 but the size is quiet generous. The smoothies were delicious however the milkshake was a little underwhelming. Would have loved some ice cream on my the pancakes too, I reckon that would 100% take it to the next level. Will 100% return

Located adjacent to our hotel Meriton, we gave Siam House a try for dinner on a Sunday night. Our…read morehotel provided room service with food from Siam, and we could've had takeaway and eaten in the comfort of our hotel, but I chose to dine-in to get a feel for the restaurant ambiance and service. My most commonly ordered main dish at any Thai restaurant is pad see ew, but the night we dined, I was craving curry. The two of us ordered and shared the roast duck curry and the jungle curry. The roast duck curry was a coconut milk-based red curry with generous portions of duck (with skin), carrot, green bean, snap pea, pineapple, and lychee. Although I find it uncommon, I did like the addition of pineapple and lychee for some sweetness, as the curry itself was very spicy. The jungle curry was not coconut milk-based, so I personally didn't consider it a curry. However, it was magnitudes spicier that the roast duck curry! So those with a sensitive palette for spicy food, beware. We asked for two orders of rice on the side, and although they gave us two orders, they gave it in the same bowl. This gesture was a little strange to me, especially because I prefer to ladle my curry over my rice in a bowl. That's difficult to do if two people share the same rice bowl but have two different curries. Service was nice and friendly. Food came out in a timely manner (waited less than 10 minutes). The restaurant has two levels, though it seems most people sit at the ground level. Little did I know, the ever-so-popular Chat Thai was just a few doors down from Siam House. If I had more time and craved more Thai food while in Sydney, I would've given Chat a try to compare food quality.

I had the massumum curry with beef. Lovely chunks of beef that were tender and tasted like they…read morewere cooked for hours in the tasty curry. An added cinnamon stick gave it and additional warming taste and smell. I am going to try the cinnamon next time I make this dish at home. Thinking of going back again tonight to try the pad Thai.

Tucked away from the street inside a lane way in a shopping centre this is a lovely Asian…read morerestaurant serving well priced meals and generous portions. The menu is largely Vietnamese with a bit of Thai and Malaysian thrown in. They have starters, soups, salads and a variety of main courses. I had the pho and it was excellent. Fragrant broth that packed a punch :-) spring rolls were nice too. At $12 for a pho it's probably the most reasonably priced without compromising taste ;-) Happily come here any day :-)

This place is the best kept secret in Balmain. Authentic, great tasting Asian food. As well as very…read morecheap. Don't be a Balmain Yuppy and stick your nose up at the appearance of this place, like many others of the new age Balmain population you will miss out on the best Asian food on the peninsula. The pho is my favourite. This place rocks :)

This was such a cute little spot in our visit . The staff was friendly and even though the kitchen…read morewas closed.. we did have the coffee and croissants which were amazing !

Loved the flakiness and flavors in my mushroom feta pie. Nice people working here, and nice outdoor…read moreseating.

We went there for dinner and I ordered the chicken and chorizo paella. I should know better than…read moreordering paella from a place other than a Spanish restaurat. It was colored with tomato paste instead of saffron and I counted maybe 5 pieces each of sausage (didn't taste like chorizo) and chicken. To top it all off, the dish was bland. Someone forgot to add salt altogether. My husband's barramundi dish was decent. Don't think I'll be going back.

When it comes to cafes in Manly one is spoilt for choice, which for those unfamiliar with the area…read morecan be a benefit or a pain (especially when it is too hard to decide and you jump from menu to menu). After checking out the deli cafe up the road we opted for the casual and quieter Interpolitan a little further down the street. The cafe is situated several blocks from the main strip in Manly, on a corner a block back from the beach and receives plenty of light. A mostly unimproved building, it features your usual quirky cafe finishings, including colanders used as lampshades on the ceiling. We only ordered smoothies and some banana bread and muffins to share which were delivered promptly by the friendly staff and delicious. Cannot comment on the coffee or cooked options but it all looked pretty good and for standard cafe fare. Low risk casual option in my opinion.

One of the few places where you can get proper deli cheeses, salami, meats and condiments. Tucked…read moreaway in the corner are paintings and jewellery for sale too! Tasting before you buy is encouraged and there is always time for a macchiato They sell sandwiches to eat in it take away

Had a delicious breakfast at Kepos Street Kitchen!…read more Burrata, Persian eggplant, soft boiled egg on toast was tasty and comforting Spinach and cheese spanakopita was also tasty Place was comfortable. Service was good. I'd be happy to return

Food was fresh hot and tasty! So rich and full of flavor! Staff is very friendly and helpful…read more Definitely coming back to try all their other stuff!