Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 2938 reviews

What Steve likes about The Rare Pear Café:
After six years, the coffee remains fantastic but I can’t decide whether my favourite meal is the French toast or the K burger! Either way, the staff are lovely and we always walk away extremely happy we visited The Rare Pear! Wheelchair accessibility: Street level access Service: Dine in Meal type: Breakfast Price per person: A$20–40 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Great Coffee Great Food, Fruit... View all feedback. What Pau Zepeda doesn't like about The Rare Pear Café:
I gave this place 2 stars because they expected me as a delivery driver to call their customer and explain that they had to wait an extra 30 minutes for their order mean while because I could not complete said order on time and I had other orders to do as well my rating went down and now affects how I take orders. This was the first store to not be able to fulfill the orders their customers have. No I am not going to... View all feedback.

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4.8 ★ from 26 reviews
Marcel
20.11.2017 - 18:07

This is place is our favourite place to have breakfast. Service is great, Menu is great, Well priced , Food & Coffee Exceptional. Thank goodness they were open...

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Styrk
20.11.2017 - 18:07

Busy, bright cafe in the heart of Holland Park. Friendly staff, with outdoor seating bathed in morning sun. Service is very prompt but unhurried.Lots of familie...

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Brigitta
20.11.2017 - 18:07

Loved the variety of the menu. The Cakes, muffins and slices looked inviting and fresh. Staff were friendly. Will definately return.

Callum
20.11.2017 - 18:07

Had breakfast here with another couple, who recommended this cafe. We arrived at 8am on a Saturday morning and the place quickly began to fill.I ordered the zuc...

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Jeremie
20.11.2017 - 18:07

Went here to catch up with some friends on a Sat morning - the coffee was beautiful, the food was flavoursome and came in good portion sizes, all reasonably pri...

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The reviews for The Rare Pear show a mix of opinions, with some highlighting the slow service and limited menu under new ownership, while others rave about the delicious food and cozy atmosphere. Despite long wait times and some negative experiences, many customers continue to return for the fresh, quality food and friendly service. The cafe seems to be a popular spot for families, with a variety of menu options and a welcoming atmosphere. Overall, The Rare Pear is a hidden gem in Holland Park, offering a diverse range of breakfast and brunch options that cater to all tastes.

Tripadvisor
4.4 ★ from 103 reviews
Zoe
31.07.2023 - 17:36

We waited a very long time for our food and coffees. The coffee wasn’t good and the food was cold.

beyondtool
31.07.2023 - 17:36

The rare pear is a modest cafe located on a busy Brisbane street that’s a little tricky to spot from the main road. The staff were very welcoming and efficient....

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Soriana
31.07.2023 - 17:36

Food that actually tastes good instead of just looking good. Staff are always present and there's minimal waoting. Food is very kid friendly as well

Boel
31.07.2023 - 17:36

Had breakfast a couple of days ago. Service by the young lady was faultless. Quality and quantity of meals was outstanding. Well done to the team.

Luz
31.07.2023 - 17:36

Cafe under new ownership. New operators aiming to go broke quickly. Previously had a wonderful interesting and well priced menu New menu is very limited and dul...

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Google
4.3 ★ from 374 reviews
Felicity
16.04.2024 - 15:52

After my Saturday morning massage in Holland Park, I decided to treat myself to brunch. I was keen to try this place, so I waited a while to be seated at the on...

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Steve
16.04.2024 - 15:52

After six years, the coffee remains fantastic but I can’t decide whether my favourite meal is the French toast or the K burger! Either way, the staff are lovely...

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Suzy
16.04.2024 - 15:52

This place has amazing brekkies. It’s a little gem of a cafe in Holland Park. Vegetarian options: Beautiful vego and vegan brekkie options Meal type: Breakfast...

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Xu
16.04.2024 - 15:52

My favorite cafe in Brisbane. Chilling atmosphere with delicious food and reasonable price. Also, good services from the baristas Food: 5 Service: 4 Atmosphere:...

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mutlu
16.04.2024 - 15:52

One word terrible. Unprofessional, low quality coffee and food. Ordered banana bread toasted w butter , microwaved raw flour smell not very fresh sliced come. A...

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Int Restaurants
4.2 ★ from 880 reviews
Peter
29.01.2024 - 22:22

Went on a sunday morning, place was packed so we had a short wait for a table which we were informed of by the friendly staff, the coffee and juice was amazing,...

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Col
29.01.2024 - 22:22

The food was great, but customer service was excellent. Having breakfast at the Rare Pear started our day off on a very high note. The staff showed that the cus...

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Cherry
29.01.2024 - 22:22

Table service was very good. Waitress was warm and friendly. Freshly squeezed juice was just refreshing. I had salt and pepper Calamari which was crispy and so...

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Tuba
29.01.2024 - 22:22

I am fussy person who has been living last 2 years Brisbane , i never found a place before that i can enjoy that much with the food and atmosphere . I amazed wi...

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Nigel
29.01.2024 - 22:22

Brisbane's best breakfast spot!! The foods is full of amazing flavours and the Mocha's are to die for!

Facebook
3.9 ★ from 142 reviews
Zomato
4.2 ★ from 295 reviews
Yelp
3.5 ★ from 19 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.3 ★ from 1099 reviews

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