Café Swish - Ballina

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Café Swish

Café Swish
4.1 / 5 (1464 reviews)

Description

Cafe Swish is a charming little spot located in the main street of Ballina. Despite a few minor hiccups with the coffee, the overall experience seems to be a positive one based on various reviews. The menu offers a nice selection of sweets, soups, breakfast options and lunch items, all served with generous portions. The cafe is often bustling with locals and visitors alike, creating a lively atmosphere. The staff are described as friendly, accommodating and efficient, going above and beyond to make diners feel welcomed. Additionally, the decor is simple yet stylish, adding to the overall appeal of the place. With delicious food, great service and a vibrant ambiance, Cafe Swish seems to be a must-try destination for anyone passing through Ballina.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Aem

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★ 4.1 / 5 from 1464 reviews
aem
01.02.2024

My boyfriend and I really enjoyed our breakfast at Cafe Swish, we ordered the muesli and the Swish Special- Rosti. Both were delicious, fresh and very filling. I ordered a latte as well and the taste was great. The staff were very friendly and accommodating while the cafe was busy, plus our meals came out reasonably quick.

suzie-lee-4
01.02.2024

Breakfast in Ballina!<br/ <br/ We enjoyed our breakfast so much at this popular cafe that we went back for breakfast the next morning. The service is friendly, the portions are generous and the prices are reasonable. We wouldn't go there for coffee though we found the flat whites a little too bland for our taste, but then we like strong coffee.

harry-beckers-1
01.02.2024

Graham and I had just finished our aerobics class at Curves gym so we decided to try our favourite spot for coffee and cake. I had the soy latte with wild bush honey Graham had his favourite Mocha and massive dessert- Lemon merangue pie. The service was terrific and we could park the scooter in the alley not to obstruct other diners. well done swish staff again, ambient music from the eighties playing with Bucks Fizz for Graham

blaze898
01.02.2024

Smashing little place!. Stopped here for breakfast on our way down the coast from Byron outstanding little place. Friendly and attentive waitress, great coffee, outstanding food and well priced. The chef had a smile on his face and even helped with service when the waitresses were busy, ensuring people weren't left waiting during busy spells. Made our morning :

dianaw
01.02.2024

Diana. Passing through Ballina again stopped to try this cute little place in the main Street. Liked the cosy feel about the place nice range of sweets, but my flat white did not have a lot of flavour about it was not hot as I requested. Maybe the barista was having a bad day the day I was there as judging by the other reviews here the coffee sounds Ok. Oh- nice soup, was curried pumpkin spinich-right up my alley!

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The place provides you a choice of gluten-free dishes.

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