Esca - GLEBE

The owner is so rude it takes you by surprise. Why does he serve customers when by his attitude he thinks we are annoying people below his attention? I think th... read more The owner is so rude it takes you by surprise. Why does he serve customers when by his attitude he thinks we are annoying people below his attention? I think the only reason his business survives is that it is up the road away from the busier part of Glebe. Don't go here, take the short walk further down Glebe Point Road where there are many other better options.

The owner was so rude. I've been here a few times and it was the same treatment I got. Coffee was mediocre Never going back. I wonder why there are still custom... read more The owner was so rude. I've been here a few times and it was the same treatment I got. Coffee was mediocre Never going back. I wonder why there are still customers?

Whilst the food is good and the waitresses are friendly, the owner is rude and the cooking time is a bit ridiculous. I've gone here twice and they've taken almo... read more Whilst the food is good and the waitresses are friendly, the owner is rude and the cooking time is a bit ridiculous. I've gone here twice and they've taken almost an hour to make dishes such as eggs and toast or bruschetta. On the last occasion it took 50mins for them to bring out my dish and by that time I had to leave for work so had to get the food takeaway. The owner/manager is also quite rude, when the waitresses told customers they could sit at a table he would then tell the customers "don't sit until I tell you." I understand the cafe is quite busy, however, this does not justify eating $16.50 worth of toast and toppings in a takeaway box on the bus.

More traditional food, fresh ingredients and ample servings at a reasonable price point<br/ <br/ Appealing decor and staff friendly and efficient <br/ <br/ Exce... read more More traditional food, fresh ingredients and ample servings at a reasonable price point<br/ <br/ Appealing decor and staff friendly and efficient <br/ <br/ Exceptional bruschetta for this visit, delicious definitely go back to Esca

I am a semi regular at this café and find the food and service generally of a high standard.  The owner is very convivial and pretty passionate about his craft.... read more I am a semi regular at this café and find the food and service generally of a high standard.  The owner is very convivial and pretty passionate about his craft.  The dinners are particularly good, and I find some of the commentary about the wine surprising but I guess you need to take care in what you order from the modest wine list.  The should of lamb, pizzas, deserts are all excellent, as is the coffee in the mornings.  I note the owner does take issue with raucous children but there are plenty of other cafes around that are kid friendly.  So if you want to read the paper or eat in peace, or you have older kids such as myself I think it is well worth a visit.