Matinee Coffee

We went for breakfast on a Sunday. The cafe was busy but not packed. We ordered the avocado toast with a side of mushrooms, and another member of our party ordered the Bibimbowl. The avocado was lovely but the “toast” was not toasted and 2.5 mushrooms (which tasted beautiful in a rich umami marinade) for $7.00 is a bit rich. The Bibimbowl came out with a long hair (the dish was replaced and the owner apologised). The karage chicken was wonderful - fresh, tasty and gluten free. But where this cafe falls down is service. On multiple occasions staff were abrupt and outright rude despite us all smiling and being appreciative of their difficult jobs. It creates an awkward experience for diners because the space is stunning - bare concrete skeleton structure with plush white and copper kitchen in the middle). Anyway, I hope it survives because with some customer service training this place could really do well.

This place is a must visit for the food, coffee and service in the area. I don't think I've had a better customer service experience at a cafe before. All waiter staff I have come in contact to the handful of times I've been there are very well mannered. Excellent for people with a gluten intolerance / celiac disease. The menu isn't skimped out for the gluten free folk, most dishes can be adapted and there's a variety of different options. The coffee (I drink a soy mocha) is always amazing, easily the best coffee I've had in Sydney.