Moe's Pancake Cafe

Ja, La, Pan, V, Wolf, A1 & D2 on Moe's Pancake Cafe.

Moe's Pancake Cafe is located at Jesmond Stockland Shopping Centre near Big W.

ON COFFEE
D2, Wolf and myself all got cappuccinos which we all really enjoyed, very smooth and a good strength. V got his usual mocha which he also really enjoyed. La got herself an interesting healthy juice combo which really really enjoyed. All in all an easy 8/10 for drinks from us.



ON FOOD
Firstly I would like to commend Moe's Cafe on their speedy service, all our breakfasts came out really quickly. I got the waffles with berries and berry compote with coffee gelato and salted caramel gelato. It was extremely delish and very generous serving. Pan, Wolf, A1 & D2 all got different versions of the pancakes with a choice of gelato. All of them enjoyed their breakfast, but where a slightly disappointed when their were a bit smaller then mine. All pancake options and waffle options had your choice scoop of gelato and the range of gelato was very impressive. There were very delish flavours. Not to fear those who don't have a sweet tooth there are savoury options. La got the omelette with capsicum and mushroom with Turkish bread, which she really enjoyed. Wolf got the bacon and egg on Turkish Bread which she found delish. All in all really good food a 7/10 from us.

ON ATMOSPHERE
Moe's Cafe is a sweet little shopping centre cafe. Nice seating areas with some nice seating outside. We really enjoyed our breakfast at the chic cafe. A 4/5 for atmosphere from us.

BRUNCH BREAKDOWN
The sweet shopping chic centre cafe has really lovely pancakes and waffles. With a good selection of waffle and pancake styles and a great selection of gelato everyone will be satisfied. If you don't have a sweet tooth there are some nice savoury options. Coffee is really nice and smooth. Overall we definitely recommend trying Moe's pancakes and waffles. It was a 19/25 from us.

Brunch on Newcastle,

Ja and Company xoxo.

Sweet Bean Cafe

Ja, Pan, A1, V and Cassa on Sweet Bean Cafe.

Sweet Bean Cafe is located 116 Hobart Rd, New Lambton.

On COFFEE

I got my usual cappuccino, which was quite nice coffee, very smooth. Pan got an espresso which he also thought was also very nice.  V and Cassa both tried the Snickers smoothies, which they both really liked. Best smoothie from V. Seeing V and Cassa's smoothies both A1 and Pan got one each. A1 got the Crunchie and Pan got the Mars smoothie. Both really enjoyed them. Overall an 8/10 for coffee and beverages.


On FOOD
A1 and myself couldn't not try the scones with cream and jam as a breakfast 'entree'. They were big and nice. Again I couldn't go past the Eggs Benedict with ham. It was nice, decent size but not the best I have had. It was really good for a small kitchen. Pan got the egg and bacon roll which he really enjoyed, again a decent size. A1 and V both got the Sweet Bean Special which they both enjoyed, big and filling. Cassa got the egg and bacon on thick white toast, big and nice. Overall the food was sizable and nice. A nice 6/10 from us.

On ATMOSPHERE

There is a sweet little cafe vibe about Sweet Bean. On a main road in New Lambton the cafe is a nice spot to stop and have a cappuccino or an awesome smoothie with plenty of out door seating. A 4/5 from us.

BRUNCH BREAKDOWN
Overall we really enjoyed Sweet Bean Cafe. Nice sweet vibe about it, loved the out door seating, smooth coffee and great smoothies. Good, decently priced and sized food. Really enjoyed our breakfast and beverages at Sweet Bean, a 17/25 overall.

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Ja and Company xoxo.

Coco Monde

JaTo, La, Pan, A1 & D2 on Coco Monde,

Coco Monde is located on Darby St Hamilton.

On COFFEE
Our breakfast crew have been to Coco Monde for their delicious hot chocolates so we thought we should try it for breakfast. I got my usual cappuccino and To got her usual piccalo. Both our coffees were really nice, not top 10 but still really nice. I also got a berry frappe and La got the watermelon frappe. Both were lovely and refreshing. Pan got the iced coffee which was big full of icecream and cream, very tastey. Overall a solid 7/10 for drinks.

On FOOD
A1 and myself both got the Eggs Benedict, A1 got his Spanish style and I got the standard ham and spinach. We both agreed the hollidaise sauce was amazing, however the English muffins were a tad small. Delish, but could've had more bread for that delish hollidaise sauce. D2 and Pan both got the big breakfast, both said it was very delish. La tried the corn and zuccini fritters which she really enjoyed. To wasn't feeling really hungry so she tried the freshly baked breakfast muffin which she also enjoyed. A good 7/10 from us overall.

 

   

On ATMOSHERE
Atmosphere at Coco Monde was really cool and relaxed. It had the typical chocolateria feel about it, all mocha colour tones. You also can't go past that cake cabinet, so amazing. One slight downfall was the courtyard. The courtyard could be really amazing but it lacked a specific vibe, little plain. Overall it is a place you enjoy and would come back for the coffee and breakfast, so a 4/5 from us.

BRUNCH BREAKDOWN
Your typical chocolateria for breakfast gives you a good range of delicious breakfast options. Good breakfast options, really delicious tasting food. Their coffee is quite good, not top 10 but really nice. Their frappe's were lovely and refreshing. Overall they get 18/25 from us.

Brunch on Newcastle,
Ja and Company, xoxo.

Xtraction Espresso

JaTo, Pan, V, & D2 on Xraction Espresso.

Xraction Espresso is located at 2/38 Bolton St, Newcastle.

On COFFEE
I got my usual cappuccino which I really enjoyed. It was smooth and a decent strength. To got her usual piccalo and felt the same. Really decent coffee. Pan and D2 got large cappuccinos which they thought were a bit weak though. V got a mocha which he enjoyed, he could taste the coffee which was nice and smooth. 7/10 for coffees and drinks.

On FOOD
I got the eggs bene' with salmon and added spinach. It was really lovely, the hollandaise sauce was rich and creamy, the eggs were perfect and the bread was yum. Pan got the poached eggs with smashed avocado on top of an English muffin with bacon. He said it was really tasty. To got the scrambled eggs with spinach, bacon and sourdough. She also really enjoyed her breakfast, really lovely scrambled eggs. V and D2 both got the egg and bacon on English muffin, also tasty. All the food was really lovely but felt more brunch size and type food then your big breakfast. A good 7/10 again from us.

      
On ATMOSPHERE
The atmosphere has a funky, arty, casual vibe about it. On of the walls had an amazing artwork of the mad hatters tea party, the other with cool coffee art. The people running it were really friendly and prompt. It was a lovely place to go and relax whilst having a cup of coffee and brunch. We enjoyed it and give it a 5/5.

BRUNCH BREAKDOWN
We had a bit of a mixed reaction to the coffee this week. JaTo enjoyed the small coffee's, a great strength and really smooth. Pan and D2 felt their a little weak. I recommend their coffee but if you want a big one maybe ask for a bigger shot. Food was really lovely, having a more brunch style menu at decent prices. Atmosphere is great, really chilled, relaxed vibe with friendly service. 19/25 from us.


Brunch on Newcastle,
Ja and Company xoxo.

Longbench

JaTo, La, Wolf, Pan and A1 & D2 on Longbench,

Longbench is located 161 Darby St.

On COFFEE
I must admit that I am a night time coffee drinker and have had a take away coffee from here before so I knew it was going to be good. The coffee has a lot of body and is very smooth, very nice coffee. From the 5 cappuccinos we ordered, two mochas and espresso we say the coffee is a really good 8/10.

On FOOD
I have never been for breakfast at Longbench although it being there for many years so I felt it time for me to try it and give it a review. I was pleasantly surprised at how decently priced the food was and the large selection. I got the shashouka eggs which was a great size and extremely delish. To got the sourdough bread with baked beans, which was quite nice and good size. La got the smashed avocado with mushrooms and sourdough. She said it was one of her favourite smashed avocados and was a nice big portion. Wolf got the scrambled eggs with mushroom on sourdough which she said was also really nice. Pan, A1 & D2 all got the big breakfast which was big and delish, just what you need to fuel you for the days adventure. Everyone enjoyed the generous amount of sourdough bread with each breakfast, very filling and delish. Only setback to breakfast was it did take a little long to come out. If you're not in a rush and enjoy a good breakfast it is well worth the wait! Another 8/10 from us.

     



On ATMOSPHERE
When brunching at Longbench you must go out to the back courtyard. It gives off an easy, relaxed, funky atmosphere which you'd want to spend all morning in catching up with friends or reading the weekend paper.Longbench has a clean, chic, fresh feel about it. Can't find a fault, 5/5 for atmosphere.

BRUNCH BREAKDOWN
The coffee at Longbench has a lot of body and is very smooth, very nice coffee. If you're looking for decent priced, generous sized food with good sourdough Longbench is the place to go. If you're not in a rush and enjoy a good breakfast in a relaxed cool atmosphere I also recommend Longbench. Really enjoyed the coffee, breakfast and atmosphere. Overall score of 21/25.

Brunch on Newcastle.
Ja and Company xoxo.

Table 1 Espresso

Ja, A1 & D2 on Table 1 Espresso.

Table 1 Espresso is located at 89 City Rd Merewether.

On COFFEE
As per usual I got my cappuccino which was up there in my top 5. Their coffee is smooth and strong just the way I like. A1 got the mixed berry smoothie which he really enjoyed, full of berries and flavour. D2 got the new fresh Botanica cold pressed juice which he really enjoyed. All in all it was easy to give Table 1 espresso a 9/10 for coffee and drinks.


On FOOD
Ordering was made easy as up at the counter as there was a screen with a slideshow of all the amazing food on the menu. It both made is easier and hard to order as there were so many good options! I got the breakfast bruschetta and added a poached egg. It was both sizable and delicious, I couldn't finish it off. A1 got the chicken omelette with avocado and mushroom, again both sizable and full of flavour. D2 did not stray from his staple of bacon, poached eggs, sourdough and baby spinach. Again a good size and not bad at all. Other options include a nutella pancakes (my next choice), bircher muesli, scrambled eggs and assorted pastries. So again a 9/10 from us.

On ATMOSPHERE

Table 1 Espresso didn't have a hipster feel but it was definitely unique, having an inviting feel from both the atmospheric sense and from staff. Inside is flooded in light and seating and my favourite- there is outside seating. Also do not forget it is also a car wash so what an excuse to go get your breakfast or brunch while getting your car washed! 5/5!

BRUNCH BREAKDOWN
Whether it's coffee, smoothie or juice you are going to enjoy any beverage from Table 1 Espresso. Their food is sizable, decent price and delish! Also really liked the breakfast menu slideshow when ordering! Atmosphere is inviting and relaxed with extremely friendly staff. All in all a 23/25 from us, definitely a recommend.

Brunch on Newcastle,
Ja and Company xoxo.