Chef's Cafe

182 reviews

24-32 Lexington Dr, Bella Vista NSW 2153, Australia

www.chefscafe.com.au

+61288243777

About

Chef's Cafe is a Cafe located at 24-32 Lexington Dr, Bella Vista NSW 2153, Australia. It has received 182 reviews with an average rating of 4.2 stars.

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Hours

Monday6AM-2:30PM
Tuesday6AM-2:30PM
Wednesday6AM-2:30PM
Thursday6:30AM-2PM
FridayClosed
Saturday6AM-2:30PM
Sunday6AM-2:30PM

F.A.Q

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The address of Chef's Cafe: 24-32 Lexington Dr, Bella Vista NSW 2153, Australia

  • Chef's Cafe has 4.2 stars from 182 reviews

  • Cafe

  • "Average but acceptable bacon and egg roll"

    "Yesterday I ordered 2 kids milkshakes $7 each"

    "First review I've ever left because that's how stunned I was with this place"

    "It takes a lot for me to write a review, sometimes places are really good, sometimes places are really bad"

    "Should have read the reviews before I went here"

Reviews

  • David Brush

Average but acceptable bacon and egg roll. Terrible service. I ordered a very simple bacon and egg roll with a fresh apple juice. I was given a bottle of apple juice. When I saw one of the staff holding a fresh apple juice I informed her politely of the apparent mistake to which she looked at me in disgust like I was a criminal, did not say anything, and walked off. She then proceeded to offer the juice to the staff member I had made the order with who did not mention that it was my order and drank it. I did not have all day to hang around so I ate my meal. When I informed them at the front counter what had happened they did not seem to care and just responded with 'oh well I can make you another one now if you want'. The staff really did not make me feel welcome or comfortable in any way. I thought I should update the review to include a comment so it was clear as to why I was providing a low rating. And hopefully for the sake of the business owners and potential future customers they can improve. This being said, with many other cafes in the area I will head elsewhere in the future.

  • Tahnee Browne

Yesterday I ordered 2 kids milkshakes $7 each. I skipped a coffee as the barista was busy and I needed to grab and go. After 15 minutes I walked a little closer to look for any shakes, another person asked at the same time for their own milkshake, they said soon. As I waited a staff member pushed past me. I thought I must have not heard her say excuse me. I moved aside only to have her push past again this time I almost dropped my phone. We hit the 25 minute mark and I asked for a refund. The poor young girl on the register offered her apologies for the time. The male barista barked at her to stop the refund and cancel the milkshakes before handing back money. YIKES! I walked over to the rusty flute. 5 minute wait and a much more reasonable $4 for the kids milkshake. In the end I will not be back, which is a shame as I've been a customer for over 5 years. Cafes get busy and sometimes you have to wait if you want it! But the rudeness of being pushed past was not worth the wait.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$1–20

  • Happy Kaur

First review I've ever left because that's how stunned I was with this place. I was disgusted to find a moth wrapped in the rocket in my meal. Having finished more than half of my meal by this point, I was feeling very disturbed and unwell. I went to the front counter to explain what I had found in my food, only to be casually told that it was no problem and that I should bring the meal back to the counter so they could make me another - no apology provided. I was really taken aback with the lack of apology provided, or just lack of care altogether. Mind you, I had no appetite left so the last thing I wanted was another meal from here. Not impressed with their blasé response, I walked away from the counter back to my table to grab my belongings and leave. It was only then did the staff member who originally told me to bring the meal back, approached me to apologise and then offered me a refund. 10/10 would NOT recommend. Picture provided to kill your appetite.

  • GIUSEPPESCARCELLAOFFICIAL

It takes a lot for me to write a review, sometimes places are really good, sometimes places are really bad. So let’s get started. The young Asian man behind the counter was very rude and has no sense of customer service, I literally walked up asked “how are you?” And got nothing. I then ordered a burger before 1130am and was rudely informed “no lunch till 1130”. I then ordered a Ham and cheese croissant that was burned on the outside and cold on the inside. Coffee was blistering hot and came out 7-8 minutes after my food was served. In this day and age most staff are required to be good so that the business does not cop reviews like this one. I hope that the owner sees this and can manage to change the staff around to make sure this doesn’t happen again to myself or any other customer paying with their hard earned money.

  • Rob D

Should have read the reviews before I went here. Ordered a flat white and bacon roll. Told the girl I didn't want egg on it. After 15 minutes, the order was ready. The roll came out with egg on it and one lowsy piece of bacon. The only good thing about the roll was the actual big roll. But due to it being big and only giving one piece of bacon, I would have been eating majority roll. The coffee was scalding hot and very average in taste. There was also a girl working who looked like she was about to enter a freak show. Piercing all over her face and ears stretched with a loop thing. Never again.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$1–20
Food: 2
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 2

  • Jasmeet Kaur

I came all the way from Gables and my friends from Marsden park to have breakfast as your breakfast is delicious however when the barista brought coffee, I said to her in a very friendly way we didn’t get cookie today. In the grumpiest possible way she answered we don’t give cookies for dine in. Cookie wasn’t a big deal but the way she replied I don’t think I want to spoil any other morning like yesterday. However the skinny girl who serves at counter is amazing.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$1–20
Food: 5
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Smashed Avocado and Feta

  • Vicky Baker

Came in for a coffee and a milkshake. If I ordered a milkshake online it was $6 and included cream and chocolate and sprinkles. As soon as I ordered a simple childrens milkshake over the counter it was suddenly $7. When I asked the lady at the counter why the price difference for something a lot smaller and simpler I was met with attitude and a simple “that’s what the register said!” The waiters walk around with attitude and are very unfriendly. Not one of them seemed happy to be there. I will not recommend and will not return here either!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–20

  • Theoni Zografakis

The freshly made muffins are amazing.HOWEVER, these are left on the bench next to the cashier where you order, people are standing above these making their orders, chatting, coughing, sneezing which is a massive HYGIENE issue. I have pointed this out to staff who have not taken any action. Will not buy these again until the staff start covering these.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$1–20

  • Luke

I had the breaky burger and a freshly squeezed Orange juice, great value and taste. The large orange juice came in a bigger glass size than expected, a very pleasant surprise. Busy cafe, but plenty of space during my visit at 10am. Customer service at the counter was fine, order placed quickly. The waitresses who served the food and drinks where very friendly and more interactive. Overall would come back again.

  • Venk Musti

Great place. i always get consistent coffee and the avo smash was ok. been going there from the last 3 years. The prices for breakfast have gone up, i believe it is due to inflation.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$20–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Smashed Avocado and Feta

  • Nina P

We had breakfast here on a busy Saturday morning but even so, their service was top notch & efficient as we did not wait long for food to come out. Overall the food was decent & I would say the coffee is made well despite a long list of orders. Would come again to try the lunch menu!

  • Sia sep

Not the best almond cap I had, probably they don't use good brand Barista almond milk or their coffee blend is very mild. Also the their Doughnuts are not fresh either, if charging you $5 for a small Doughnut at least they can give you a fresh one. Plus long waiting.

  • Daithí Kilcourse

We met up here with some friends for something to eat and a coffee. When we arrived the staff were very friendly and we ordered our meals and coffee straight away with their help. The food and coffees came out quickly and were excellent. Very nice friendly cafe.

  • Aparna Goyal

Nice coffee, good food and friendly staff. The chicken burger was very interesting and was very different in taste from usual. The veggie brekkie plate was also interesting which amazing mushrooms. But there are very less options for brunch or lunch.

  • Semson Berhana

Service and atmosphere was good, ordered an Acai Bowl, Coffee and Bacon Egg Wrap. Would not recommend their coffee or Acai Bowl, the Acai was extremely watery in consistency and not fresh.
Food: 1
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 3

  • Scarlett Faktor

Best food out, we come here every weekend for breakfast, heirloom smashed avo is the best thing I’ve ever tasted. Service is amazing everyone is lovely and friendly. Coffee here is great too Highly recommend this place to all.

  • The Honest Reviewer

First and last time. Service from metal face was putrid. The other girl was lovely though. To top it off the food was average at best.
Food: 1
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 1

  • Joseph Antonios

Quick service, great coffee. Atmosphere was good but can be busy during peak hour so gets a bit noisy in the area. Above all, great coffee shop.
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

  • cherry ye

Signature pancake was ok, a bit too sweet.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$20–40
Food: 3
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 3

  • Graham McFarland

In the middle of Norwest Business district, of Bella Vista. A brisk walk from Glenwood... The best fresh produce for breakfast options and coffee to die for!

  • Explore Places

Great coffee, good food and nice treats. Seats outside in the sun but in a carpark. Lovely staff
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

  • Tallis Cranney

Never actually been here. But my best friend said your pancakes are really good. 10/10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Terry Li

A beautiful day at the chef’s cafe. As expected cafe style food, exceptional value, great open environment and friendly service.

  • whatnow dd

Great local cafe with good coffee (nice swan latte art) and food. Nicely presented food and good prices too. We would come back.

  • Digna Willis

Nice soy latte: creamy and just the right temp to drink straight away. Service is fast for take away coffee …

  • Shanna V

The food was well presented nicely; the french toast wasn't very tasty though. Coffee was good!

  • Mason T

Delicious food, ordered a barramundi and was able to swap out the chips for extra salad!

  • Ozge Polat

Best service, staff, coffee & food. Love these guys they always wear a smile ☺️

  • Jason Lau

This review is for coffee only. Standard coffee, nothing spectacular.

  • Lizard King

Amazing service and amazing food. Best Cafe I've been to in years

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