Meal portions were very large, the Honeysuckle chicken schnitzel was as enough for two! Best chicken schnitzel ever. Staff were friendly, only criticism would be that tables needed to be cleaned. Beautiful waterside relaxed atmosphere.

Food was stunning. Our waiter was helpful, knowledgeable about the food,  view of the ocean impeccable.  For a special occasion we thoroughly enjoyed the experience.  Well done Noahs at the Beach.

Absolutely love The Mattara. I am a regular patron (at least twice a month) for both lunch and dinner and the reason for this is the excellent and friendly service I always receive from the dedicated staff. Menu has something for everyone and I&#39;ve never left there feeling hungry. In fact there&#39;s so much left, a doggy bag is always provided. I can highly recommend the Mattara as a family friendly hotel with delicious food and professional bar and food service.  10/10

We have eaten here before and tonight we celebrated my birthday.  The summer menu was a treat and I am looking forward to the winter menu. Great service, reasonably priced, good ambience and a little bit posh. We will certainly be back.

Beautiful evening with friends, seating was by the window as we had requested, superb dinner and wine and excellent service.  Thank you to The Fork for making this a memorable dinner.

Been coming here for years. The staff really knows their stuff, especially with the wine list. They always remember what I liked last time and suggest something new that works. Makes it easy to just relax and enjoy the meal.

I hope they pay their waitstaff well. Seemed understaffed and the service staff were run off their feet. Food was fantastic and arrived quite quickly.

The soft shell crab wrap was pretty good, and the Sauvignon Blanc was a nice match. Service was quick.

Love that they have a dedicated gluten-free bakery next door. The black forest cake was so fresh, and you can order it right from the cafe.

A local friend suggested this place for coffee, and it was a nice find. It&#39;s always buzzing with locals, which I like. The staff are genuinely friendly and never make you feel rushed, even when it&#39;s packed. Their cakes are a real treat with the coffee.

I pop in for their coffee and toasties all the time. It&#39;s my go-to for a quick catch-up with friends. The vibe is so chill, you can just hang out for ages. Staff are always lovely.

Been grabbing my morning coffee here for months now. It&#39;s always spot on, never bitter. Staff remember my order, which is a nice touch. Feels like a proper local spot where everyone knows each other.

Love that they don&#39;t use MSG. The freshness of the ingredients really comes through, especially in the green curry and the papaya salad. You can tell the veggies are crisp and just-picked.

Had a late lunch here. The staff were really friendly, helped us move to a table with a better view when we asked. Made the whole thing feel easy.

We love the Icon - great view, huge portions. We got the pad thai and the massaman curry worh rice and spring rolls. Excellent! Would recommend for sure.

Highly recommend this lovely place. Coffee is great. Food is delicious and staff are welcoming, friendly and helpful. They are now licensed too. We love it.

Second time here, menu&#39;s got good variety. Tried the Nasi Goreng again, solid choice. Service was quick, staff attentive. The open layout works well for a business lunch.

So many gluten-free options on the menu! As someone who needs them, it&#39;s a relief to have real choices beyond just a salad. The gluten-free pasta was actually really good, not dry or crumbly at all. Felt like a normal dinner out for once.

Been coming here for years. The staff really know their stuff - they remember what I like and always steer me right when I try something new. It&#39;s that consistency that keeps me coming back.

Food was great good sizing  waiting  time minimal and order at table made it easy definitely staff very friendly. Has improved so much since we were there last time will definitely be back

Parking was easy which is a plus. The cafe&#39;s modern and clean, with a nice covered outdoor area to sit. Grabbed a coffee and just chilled for a bit.

Easy to book on line.  Ample parking.  Clean and bright dining room with space.    Clean amenties.  Great area for kids.  Friendly and helpfull staff.  Great specials.  Last but not least, food was excellent.  Thankyou.????????

The staff here are lovely, especially Sonny and Ella. They&#39;re so welcoming and always make sure you have everything you need. It really makes a difference to the whole experience.

The coffee comes in a real mug, not a paper cup. It&#39;s a nice detail. Sitting there, holding a warm ceramic mug while looking out at the water just feels better. Made my morning coffee stop by the beach much more pleasant.

The coffee here is just right. Not too bitter, not too acidic, and the crema is spot on. Price is fair for the quality. They keep it simple, and that&#39;s what makes it work.

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