The Coastal Cafe And Restaurant

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Closed nowOpens 7:30amSunday: 7:30am - 3pm
Unit 4/38/40 Bell St, Torquay VIC 3228

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Torquay's best new cafe. prawn Benny, fresh mussels, and a kitchen that nails breakfast through dinner

Cosy, relaxed, and genuinely welcoming. a neighbourhood cafe that punches above its size with quality food and a chef who adds warmth to the room. Outside tables are pet-friendly, inside is clean and comfortable. Located near the beach, lending itself to post-surf breakfasts and unhurried lunches. Reviewers consistently describe it as feeling like a hidden gem.

Pet-friendly outdoor seating. Gluten-free dietary accommodations actively managed. Smashed avo with beetroot purée. a signature twist not seen at typical cafes. Natural oysters available. Flavoured coffee syrups (vanilla, caramel, hazelnut) and multiple milk alternatives (oat, soy, almond, lactose-free). Owner is hands-on and frequently praised for personal hospitality.

Modern Australian coastal cuisine. fresh seafood, quality coffee, and all-day brunch classics. No specific cultural heritage claim but evident care in sourcing and preparation.

Very reasonable for the quality delivered. reviewers repeatedly express pleasant surprise at the value. Generous portion sizes and fresh ingredients at prices that do not match the quality gap visitors might expect from a tourist-adjacent coastal town.

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Unit 4/38/40 Bell St, Torquay VIC 3228

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Torquay

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