Trip Moments Recommendations
Lovely place
The fish tacos were amazing. The waiter let us know that on Tuesdays they have “Taco Tuesdays” where a taco is only 20k IDR - so I’ll be going back for more! The sunset and vibe at this place was incredible, even with power outages across the island.
It was a perfect place to grab a beer, snack and enjoy the scenery. I thoroughly enjoyed their take on nachos and nearly cleaned the dish. Yes, that's good. After eating we took our beers to the lounge area in the sun and enjoyed the ocean views. The place doubles as a scuba training and tour place so there was a lot going on behind us, but still enjoyable.
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Delcious food
Family owned restaurant with a Balinese fish that you must try! A menu with a lot of options, this place is a must visit. The owners are such lovely people. the prices are amazing for the amount of food you get and it’s delicious as well.
Big variety of Indonesian dishes and other cuisines. The portions were generous and delicious! The family running the restaurant was very friendly and helpful. I got a tuna sushi roll and the stir fried udon noodle, both were really good.
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Nice place for food
The food was very good, and the staff were very friendly, I would recommend this place for a brunch meetup.The sous vide steak with peaches was an absolute 10/10, not sure if they still sell it as I had it in 2020. But my goodness the best thing ever.
The sausage roll is big and juicy as well with their tomato relish. The breakfast muffins were delicious with wonderfully crispy bacon, fried egg, cheese and nicely seasoned hash browns. The coffee piccolo was good as well.
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Nice vibe
This place has a nice vibe. I always get their toasties but some fine brunch options. Actually its a great little cafe tucked down the Market Street. Some good options on the ever changing food menu. Lots of alternative milk options to choose from which is very welcome.
It tends to be busy and as mentioned earlier their toasties are delicious, coffee is good and the atmosphere is interesting. With my friends we were also able to try some of their salads and their banana bread. All of it is quite memorable.
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Nice street cafe
This cafe has a very convenient location on the main Grenfell Street in a perfect spot. It is one of my favourite places to grab a cuppa on the way to work. It’s mainly meant for take away but there is a tiny spot inside to sip coffee when raining outside and even tiny tables outside if you are not in a hurry.
Some choice of pastries and snacks and even sandwiches in the morning and for lunch. Friendly people and great coffee. In a super convenient spot in the city too, will be going back here for the freshly made goods as well. Service with a smile and a nice place to sit and relax for a while.
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Best coffee
The coffee is always excellent. Perfect extraction, balanced, slightly sweet well rounded and delicious. I used to run a coffee company so I am a little bit picky, but this was outstanding, every time. The service is always friendly. It's a lovely little nook on Leigh St that is well-established.
They also serve breakfast, there's a selection of deli sandwiches and small desserts. Outdoor seating is available, as well as an undercover area for those rainy days. Food was really nice too - all day breakfast on a smallish menu but all the faves. Nice little quiet spot to eat too. Mostly stool/bench seating inside with a few tables outside.
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A super busy spot
Always busy but the most phenomenal service considering!! We have a large group attending every Saturday morning. The same table is always reserved and available. Coffee/drinks orders consistently arrive in 2-3 minutes after order. Food cooked fresh and arrives promptly, tastes fantastic, big portion sizes and priced appropriately. There's a handful of vegetarian breakfast options that look amazing. Having fresh juice is a nice touch, I went with apple + orange.
On the coffee front, I went with a long macchiato.
It was nice but it definitely wasn't a long macchiato, it more closely resembled a 'magic' made with a double espresso shot instead of a double ristretto. It was still good but not what I wanted/ordered. Waiting staff are very polite, friendly, attentive and patient considering how busy they are. Cannot recommend highly enough. One of Adelaide's gems.
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Fantastic place to eat
We recently had the pleasure of dining here and i visited the place twice after with friends for brunch. Situated on historic St Vincent Street (cnr Robe Street) this Cafe sits comfortably. Relatively spacious and airy inside, this venue provides space for a large table group or a more intimate table for two.
Certainly in summer the footpath bench options may be viable, but the traffic flow here is usually quite steady. I personally liked their mantra of local, seasonal, sustainable and this is clearly supported on the menu.
I love that they sell their own products like seasonings and sauces and other local products like flowers and keep cups. They also have a generous loyalty program. All-round beautiful venue.
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Small but good
Their coffee was also very good. We had a second round of coffee on the house because our food took a bit of time to be ready. It wasn’t very long actually but hey, if this is how they compensate for unexpected wait times then this is a great gesture of apology for inconvenience.
The place is easy to find as it is clearly signed at the front. Outdoor seating is available but very limited. They also have seats upstairs which can take solo/couple and group seatings. We ordered shakshuka and eggs Benedict for brunch—both were lovely! They are a small cafe but their service is top notch.
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Consistently good
I made a stop here after browsing through the menu. It's walkable distance from queen victoria market. And it was time for afternoon coffee. The prices seemed decent. There's a nice atmosphere with the coffee aroma everywhere. To think of it, they are very consistent.
Now I have had a couple of brunch visits there with friends and on my own. The coffee continues to be spot on. The barista is extremely efficient and smooth with his work. The place fills up quickly. Within a few minutes of my coming there, I guess it just be peak hours. There was a long queue for coffee. A good sign, nevertheless.
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Vietnamese food
They have some of the most delicious food in a cool atmosphere with very friendly service. The same.dishes i had elsewhere but here it tasted so good. We visited them over half a dozen times because that taste of things was difficult to find. Never had spring rolls with this outer consistency before, really crunchy and flaky.
Had their fried spring rolls, unique passionfruit chicken which was sweet & sour, also their pork spare ribs with sesame sauce, the rice that comes along with their dishes was so delicious too. Both servers and the boss were very friendly too, and made us feel welcome. All the food we ordered was good, including the smoothies.
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Casual vibe
I liked the atmosphere at Rec coffee, it's casual and laid-back. Tried a number of their coffees. It's well done. My favourite was Ethiopian. The first sip reveals a burst of bright acidity, beautifully balanced with subtle floral notes and a hint of citrus. It's the best I've ever tasted, and it's no surprise that they've won awards for it.
On top of that the shop has a youthful, relaxing vibe, the staff are professional, friendly, always smiling and seem to have pride in their work, and the food is actually really good too. The sandwiches are delicious. The cakes were quite good. It feels nice to hangout here. It's a nice and clean shop with big windows.
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Lovely place
This is about as good as it gets. In terms of the overall balance of menu, comfort, pricing etc. Firstly, love the comfy vibes, no loud music, soft and ambient sounds played makes such a relaxing atmosphere. It's perfect for dining alone, catching up with a friend, family, colleague, or partner. The customer service was attentive and friendly, the ambience was also great for work from Cafe.
We had brunch and we were very impressed with the quality of the coffee & bagels. The avo bagel was a little plain in comparison, however still tasty. The coffee was delicious and presented very artistically. I think there is a lot to like about this place. Deserves your visit and time. One of my favourites.
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Local neighbourhood spot
While the place mostly caters to foreigners, I find it to be a good alternative to those expensive cafe's that price things purely to rip off farangs. This was walkable distance from where i stayed over a week. The prices were not bad and I tried several of their food options.
I would always get a drink on the go whenever I was done eating here. It was a good experience considering the staff was nice and the place provided wifi too. Except for the breakfast and lunch hours, I would find it quite comfortable with less people around. If you are in the vicinity. This would be worth visiting.
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Top class
There is no shortage of good cafe's and places with similar offerings in shibuya. Having tried several of them over the years, I can confidently say that Fuglen is amongst the consistent and reliabke ones when it comes to coffee. Small and crowded most of the time but their coffee espresso shakerato was good and their cocktails were great as well.
I loved their Affogato, very creamy and rich vanilla ice cream with its expert espresso shot. It did get busier. It seems like a popular place, there were definitely a lot of tourists coming to take pictures of the store front. It's even more gorgeous in the nights and no hassle of ques after 9 pm.
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Beautiful design
I loved the way barista collective was put together with those antique and rustic vibes. These old, almost heritage like buildings have such a beautiful quality to them. The interior is sleek and contemporary, with an open layout that allows you to see the baristas at work, emphasizing the café’s focus on transparency and the art of coffee making.
The staff is highly skilled and knowledgeable, always ready to share their passion for coffee and recommend the perfect drink to suit your taste. In addition to coffee, the café also offers a selection of pastries and light bites, making it a great spot for a quick breakfast, an afternoon break, or a casual meetup with friends. I loved spending my time here.
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Best in Lombok
El bazar is an experience not to be missed. The fresh seafood, their preparations and the vibe of the place is very memorable. The menus is filled with absolutely amazing food, the quality is so high and the chefs know what they are doing. I was surprised with the extensive list of wines too. I mean who thought someone would do that in lombok.
At dinner, we tasted some truly new flavors. A good change from all the local food we had been eating this far. All the dishes were really refined and all had a special twist to them. The staff is super friendly, the atmosphere is great and the music is amazing too. Beautiful place and experience altogether. I would recommend people dining here at least once.
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Good spot
This is amongst the few places that opens up at 7am. One fine morning while looking for somewhere to eat and get coffee, I found them. Surprisingly they were on the street behind my hostel while I had walked a big circle looking for coffee shops.
Not only in the following days did I try the different varieties of their coffee, I also did their smoothie granola bowl on several ocassions and tried non caffeinated drinks when I didn't want to take caffeine. I think the people working here are well informed of coffee preparations.
And most of the things I had here tasted really nice. I would recommend not just coffee but even their food items. They are 3 levels in those narrow sort of buildings you see in Vietnam.Pkenty of tables to hangout as well.
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Lovely cafe
This is a nice place in Gili T with very friendly staff. Their Indonesian dishes are superb. I like Tempe so i did several of their Tempe based on Indonesian dishes. It was always good. Smoothies are perfect too. Dragon fruits are best in bali and Lombok so it is worth a try.
Price wise they are cheaper compared to more touristy or fancier places. Having said so the food is good. I had their sandwiches, fried stuff and Indonesian sets besides getting juices and smoothies. Definitely worth a try, Specially the dragon fruit smoothie and the gado gado, which is interestingly only here served with rice like a whole meal.
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Best @ Osaka
Maze was located not too far from my hostel. And while I can do regional dishes or even stuff at the convenience store at times. It is the breakfast hour where I can't do without a good coffee and a familiar breakfast.
So, on one such occassion i tried maze. And since then might have been there 3-4 times. Their keema rice lunch set was simplest and nicest of things I had in Osaka. As for the breakfast. I got a eggs and bacon in my croissant with a really nice salad and a corn soup. The salad dressing surprised me as well on how good it tasted.
I couldn’t resist on ordering something sweet and went with the black sesame cheesecake. Really nice and not overly sweet either, it felt refreshing with the ice cream on top. I would recommend visiting this place. The staff are really nice.
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Hole in a wall
This one is not to be taken lightly. Sure I'm a sugar addict and I love me these places but this little gem is a powerhouse when it comes to bakery items. I have tried several of their bakes and it's always been stunning. Eat in at the pantry or take away from the annex it is all the best of baked goods that I have found in Sydney.
Not too sweet, just right the portions and worth every calorie. All of the delights are a feast for the eyes and the palate. Their cakes are divine and will satisfy any sweet tooth. Get some coffee along with it and you're set for a treat. I would highly recommend trying this place.
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local and rustic
Bourke Street Bakery is a well known bakery that started out in Surry hills. I have had stuff from there many times in the past. Most recently, I purchased a loaf of sourdough, a beef pie, and some cookies, and thoroughly enjoyed both the experience and the quality of the products.
I love the Beef Pie's crispy buttery puff pastry and sausage roll with a flavour of pork and fennel could be the most delicious rolls I've ever had! The pastry is flakey and beautifully crisp, and the meat is really excellent.
The lemon tart tasted good in the end, it's just fresh. The ginger creme brulee tart is so wonderful that it's not a good idea to share cause it’s just so great to have another one. Their coffee's are good too and go perfectly well with bakery items.
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Amongst the best
Bakehouse is a very familiar name in Hong kong. They have several outlets. I do the one in Wan Chai which tends to be the closest to me. One of my favourite spots in wanchai. Bakehouse does some excellent bakes and breakfast items. It's probably easier to eat in than to get a takeaway. But both require waiting.
Although once you get your hands on their bakes, it's all worth it. Most recently I tried the sourdough egg tart and i thought it was brilliant, it just melts in your mouth..the baked goods were flaky and buttery, the fresh ones were especially enjoyable. the sausage roll would have been better if it was heated but that's okay. The pies and tarts were my favourite, I hope to try the sweeter ones next time.
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Kind of pricey
Parklet is located near a park so it gives an outdoor-indoor vibes. Whiel i have visited them before with a grouo of friends. I could t really get a hang of pricing becasue it was split and we tried several things. This one time on my own.
I tried their avocado toast, tried their granola for around 750 which is affordable compared to other places that charged 1000 upwards. But a few other items felt pricey. The ricotta honey toast was quite nice, tasted refreshing and not too sweet.
The peanut butter toast and the cinnamon one were just basic. The only savoury option is an egg sandwich with an optional pork ham add-on. For the same price you can find more filling and tastier breakfast elsewhere. Here having tried several items, you don't really get full. May be that is not the goal but it's nihon and things ain't cheap.
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Innovative
I have been a regular at caffiend ever since I first tried their coffee. Price wise too i think they are quite good. The brunch and some of the breakfast options are brilliant. What I love about caffiend is their Japanese or Korean touch added to dishes. Their avocado toast or even the truffle mushroom toast is simply stunning. I haven't had any better in cairns. The staff is friendly and while it can get crowded during certain hours but I have always found a seta without having to wait. I would highly recommend eating here and trying their coffee.
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Popular
Spread across two levels the R9 cafe is a very popular place in taipei. I saw people waiting everytime I passed by. This one time I just out of curiosity decided that the two of us get something to eat here. After some waiting we were given a table. There are a few things that i did not like, especially the plastic cups for water. It's a nicely decorated place and prices are not on the cheaper side. Surely proper glasses would help. Also, while we planned on having much more than just drinks, pizza and dessert. But it would take long time for things to be at your table. Also difficult to get hold of the serving staff. The food tasted alright, I think our dessert was quite good. Certainly some scope for improvement on other fronts.
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Chilled out
I skipped qoori qoori several times when I passed by here thinking with its location it could be a pricey place for no other reason. The one afternoon I decided to check. Surprisingly it wasn't as bad as i thought. There were several drinks under 100 baht range which is acceptable. It's mostly famous for serving kakigori and café drinks. The prices are reasonable for the kakigori too. There are some xakes and the drink selection is good. We tried their mango and Thai milk tea kakigori. It may not be the best in Thailand, but it’s better than average. The shaved ice base isn’t overly sweet, which is great, and the sweetener is provided separately so you can adjust the sweetness to your liking. The place has a very chilled vibe making it a great option for lazy afternoons or towards the sunset.
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work cafe
I visited the brothers cafe several times during a week long stay in taipei. I needed to work and this place has a quiet, chill and cozy atmosphere, perfect for working or reading. Nice music background. Lots of natural light and friendly staff.
During my time there I tried several of their drinks besides the good old cafe latte and food items as I spent 3-4 hours at a stretch. For those with non dairy preferences, I tried their coffee with oat milk and it was strong and creamy as I prefer. Amongst the other places I tried for working and relaxing. I think this kne fares the best. I recommend trying it.
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Quiet cafe
This is one of my favourite coffee shops. I have been here a couple of times for coffee, have tried their desserts and salad too. I like that it is slightly hidden in a side street with lots of shade from a large tree this is a great spot to sit down away from the hub.
Not far away from the famous train with cafes lined up along the train tracks I would go here instead. Somehow, it is the quietest cafe in Hang Bong Lane, a small street filled with bustling coffee shops. You can choose between airconditioned or the typical al fresco experience.
The thing about it is, it is popular among the locals and tourists alike. So expect to be on queue during peak hours, from 6pm onwards. But during lunch time, there will be no problem.
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Quite good
This is a nice local place that does many things. It serves breakfast and lunch items, all day dining options and bakery with a variety of things. In addition to its great restaurant, Temptations has a small supermarket inside with specialty items such as meat and foreign items. I typically do these kind of places that look humble and local. Nothing too fancy and their Indonesian food items are good. I was surprised to find such an elaborate menu. I would recommend sticking to more regional items or even the Indian beef curry I tried was okay. While the pasta or say the more western sounding options on the menu were somewhat different tasting, almost like an experiment in some cases. Having said so this place fares much better than a lot of touristy joints.
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