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Hours
Sun
6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Mon
6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue
6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed
6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu
6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri
6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Sat
6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Ratings and reviews
4.5
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Food
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PRICE RANGE
$6.00 – $22.00
CUISINES
Cafe, Australian
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
meals, features
Does this restaurant have live music
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About
The Caf Coolum is the perfect place to enjoy freshly roasted coffee while catching up with friends, enjoy a great breakfast or light lunch, kick back with a glass of wine, savour a sweet treat, use the free wi-fi or simply take some time out.
PRICE RANGE
$6.00 – $22.00
CUISINES
Cafe, Australian
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch, Drinks
FEATURES
Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Street Parking, Free off-street parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Live Music, Gift Cards Available
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4.5
355 reviews
Excellent
210
Very good
108
Average
20
Poor
11
Terrible
6
Ingrid A
Melbourne685 contributions
Sept 2021 • couples
We enjoyed coming to The Caf most days whilst on holidays. They do a good coffee and chai latte also lots of gf treats and we also enjoyed lunch here. The slow cooked chicken hot pot was yum and as was the croissant. Open air seating with roof cover. Water available for the table. Staff friendly. Great wifi.
Written 5 September 2021
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Caroline O
Peregian Beach29 contributions
Dec 2021 • couples
The coffee and food was out in 5 minutes and was super fresh, delicious and looked amazing. Waffles and mini egg bene with veg. We’re locals and everyone loves The Caf for good reason! Staff are also friendly and super efficient. Thanks guys!
Written 30 December 2021
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Kris
134 contributions
Dec 2020 • none
Rosti with eggs and bacon was AMAZING- pickled fennel & broadbean hummus accompaniments made it.. Bacon & eggs well done. Great service- young woman running front service & tables was really good at her job. Fabulous coffee ( friend is dairy free & was super impressed with coconut milk coffee too). Will definitely return.
Written 2 December 2020
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Lynne M
Coffs Harbour255 contributions
May 2021 • family
I was recently part of a family breakfast at the Caf.
The rest of my family enjoyed their breakfast even though they were a little pricey.
I ordered the omelette with mushrooms.
The dish arrived covered in greenery. It was mostly rocket which I really don't like.
Underneath was red onion and a small amount of bacon and minimal mushrooms on an extremely thin pancake like small omelette. I guess that's what it supposed to be.
Very disappointing meal that left me still hungry.
It was not what I was expecting and not an omelette in my opinion. I was expecting a nice thick omelette full of the mushrooms and bacon.
I didn't appreciate the red onion and pile of greenery that I couldn't eat. $18.50 for this was over the top.
If you advertise an omelette serve an omelette not a thin pancake with minimal ingredients on top under a bunch if green leaves. Very poor.
Written 11 May 2021
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Russell M
2 contributions
Aug 2022 • friends
New owners have taken over 2 weeks ago. The quality of food has markedly deteriorated. Cold toasted sandwiches as an example. Coffee is just plain poor. Not hot, different taste compared to previous owners. When questioned the staff were adamant the coffee was the same. Incorrect. If this extremely popular cafe doesn’t lift its standard locals will be leaving in droves.
Written 11 August 2022
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emelia05
Coolum Beach44 contributions
Jan 2024 • family
It was busy, I get it, but the service at the counter was really woeful. The lady taking my order sounded, acted and looked like she’d rather be elsewhere. I ordered an acai bowl only to be told quite nastily that ‘ you can’t have that, the blender isn’t working’. The small eggs and bacon for $18.90 was soooo small. Like cmon guys! The iced latte came out in a hot glass, so was lukewarm. Had to ask for water after we checked inside to see if it was self serve. I have to mention the very nice gentlemen who seated us but VERY BELOW AVERAGE.
Written 24 January 2024
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Marion C
Brisbane55 contributions
Oct 2020 • none
These guys have a great range of dishes available. It is one of the best places I know to frequent if you are holidaying/travelling with anyone who has special dietary needs. They will be well catered for here! And the food and coffee is delicious.
Written 17 October 2020
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Dartmum332
Coolum Beach51 contributions
Jan 2021 • family
On a day trip to Coolum we wanted to visit The Caf to see if its good reviews were justified. They are - and more! The Caf had a lovely, vibrant atmosphere with a mixture of young and mature patrons. We got there around 1.30pm and were lucky to find a table. I had eggs Benedict with a big chunk of beautiful salmon. Mum had an amazing omelet with voodoo smoky bacon. Just delicious! Then we had cakes and coffee including an affogato. Their coffee is worth all the praise other reviewers have given it. Excellent friendly service and good COVID-safe practices. Find The Caf and enjoy!
Written 21 January 2021
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Kris
134 contributions
Sept 2021 • none
Super busy but still friendly & efficient service. Coffees were quick to come out & made well- food not long after with gorgeous presentation.. Shared an Avo crush & a small bacon & egg. Everything was cooked well, excellent quality produce & the flavour combinations were absolutely delicious. We are staying in Noosa & this was by far the best breakfast of this years holiday..
Written 18 September 2021
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islandtraveller72
Bundall1074 contributions
Feb 2022 • couples
A busy little local cafe with excellent coffee and a diverse menu. The pea and feta fritters had lots of great flavours. The staff were friendly and service was quick, especially considering they were very busy. Would absolutely recommend.
Written 25 February 2022
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Sharon D
Brisbane5 contributions
Jan 2022 • friends
Busy. Owner kept piling people in..poor staff. Obviously stressed. As a result poor service, food mix up all over the shop. Overheard owner say people shouldn't expect a 100% when they are busy. Food prices still 100% though. Super unfriendly owner. we finally got food, soo disappointed...overpriced for what we got. Was there a year ago, food was lovely then. Maybe owner, a bit greedy? Will say, nice ambience. .although even that spoilt due to way to many bodies in this restaurant...message to owner . Lighten up and treat patrons with respect.
Written 15 February 2022
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DiandSimon
Hello Sharon, I am sorry you had such a disappointing experience at The Caf. We highly value our customers, especially in these tricky times, and work hard to deliver the best food and service possible. Our team do work under pressure at times of high volume and I apologise if one of our busy times impacted on your visit. We do operate our business in compliance with capacity guidelines and hope that you might return one day.
Written 16 February 2022
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Janelle M
Brisbane3 contributions
Aug 2021 • none
We went here for Breakfast and while it was busy, we were not kept waiting. The waitress was fantastic, friendly and helpful. The coffee was great and was bought out quickly. The food wasn't far behind and it was very satisfying. Nothing was greasy, just good food well cooked
Written 19 August 2021
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Sue
1 contribution
Aug 2022 • family
Fabulous friendly, very quick service. Meals were excellent and the coffee great. We went back 5 times in as many days with group size from 2 to 12. One of the nicest cafes I’ve visited.
Written 21 August 2022
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Lisa
Peregian Beach1 contribution
Dec 2023 • friends
This is without doubt one of the best cafes in the area. My absolute favourite. It has a wonderful vibe, cozy, casual, warm, friendly and welcoming. Even for the fury guest! Great music on weekends, enjoyed with a glass of wine and always terrific food.
Written 31 January 2024
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Steve A
1 contribution
Apr 2023 • solo
What a great little spot. First visit was solo, then back with family. Great food and wine, staff team are amazing, very friendly and attentive. I went back this morning for coffee, the guy remembered me from 4 weeks ago! My new favorite place. Great live music too.
Written 9 May 2023
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Peter Ryan
Sorry for such a late response but thanks so much Steve!! :)
Written 9 November 2023
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