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Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 1124 reviews

What User likes about The Foreigner:
This it what I've been looking for!Moved to Ivanhoe a few weeks ago, and have been checking out the local spots. Mostly, I've been a bit underwhelmed - but I had high expectations of this place, based on what a couple of friends have told me.Finally got around to giving The Foreigner a go today and it's everything I hoped for. Staff are great, food is great and the coffee - thankfully, is great too.Found what I've be... View all feedback. What User doesn't like about The Foreigner:
Came for an afternoon snack..found the menu limited for GF food...chose a salad that should have been an embarrassment to the person who slapped it together.and it tasted terrible... Couldn't get any attention for service..price was exorbitant and wasn't worth my breath to explain why I didn't eat the salad...there are so many reputable places who actually care about what they serve...Foreigner needs to find out what... View all feedback.

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4.0 ★ from 18 reviews

Friendly caffe, nice layout. limited vegan options, but nice eating. cheaply located next to the washroom for Sunday morning wash prep for the week.

Had the “Excuse me, I’m vegan” Buddha shelves. excellent! also very decent coffee.

I met a friend here for lunch on Sunday. the caffe was busy, but not overcrowded and we sat comfortably at the community table. we started with a coffee, and th...

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This it what I've been looking for!Moved to Ivanhoe a few weeks ago, and have been checking out the local spots. Mostly, I've been a bit underwhelmed - but I ha...

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I have to confess that I'm a regular here. Eating in, talking away...it's my local. So if you find yourself in the 'burbs, have the best coffee & porridge north...

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Tripadvisor
4.6 ★ from 88 reviews
Zepherin
19.08.2023 - 19:59

We visited for lunch today at 1.15pm. The owner reluctantly seated us and said they closed at 2pm which we understood to mean the kitchen, with 45 mins to order...

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We loved our brunch experience here. I had the coconut porridge and my partner had the granola. Both were exceptional in every way. So beautifully presented and...

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zimmzallabimm
19.08.2023 - 19:59

Moroccan Eggs were astonishing. Sizzling just off the stove bowl of red spicy wanton deliciousness. And in the middle, two perfectly poached eggs, hiding, beggi...

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Coffee is good. Usually a bit too noisy for my liking. Nice wait staff, and don’t have to wait too long for the coffees.

The Foreigner is a pleasant little surprise in the middle of Ivanhoe. Good coffee and a nice menu of well Prepared food make this a cafe a great place for a bre...

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Int Restaurants
4.3 ★ from 1039 reviews
Malcolm
30.01.2024 - 20:45

Really good. Came across the from the north west to check this out and left happy and content. Breaky burrito on point with some good spice and flavours. Morocc...

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Cartier
30.01.2024 - 20:45

The decor, atmosphere, staff and food were all top notch! Their 'fully bashed avo ' was the best smashed avo I 've had anywhere, and both the food and coffees c...

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Ti
30.01.2024 - 20:45

I've been coming since a short time after firstly opening. It's been wonderful every time. I am always warmly greeted with the friendliest service and the most...

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Rebekah
30.01.2024 - 20:45

The avocado toast was delicious, the coffee was great, and the staff were very friendly. I will definitely be returning to try more menu items and soak in the l...

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Elizabeth
30.01.2024 - 20:45

I am a regular at foreigner , they are so friendly. The atmosphere is great. The food is always excellent. Coffee sensational. Yesterday I went in for some repl...

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Happycow
3.5 ★ from 4 reviews
LillyHooper
22.08.2024 - 12:36

Was the only cafe open when I went they make a good smoothie!

blace
22.08.2024 - 12:36

Friendly cafe, cute layout. Limited vegan options but nice food. Conveniently located next to the laundromat for Sunday morning washing prep for the week ahead.

morty
22.08.2024 - 12:36

Had the “excuse me, I’m vegan” Buddha bowl. Outstanding!! Also very decent coffee.

Friendly cafe, nice layout. Limited vegan options, but nice food. Conveniently located next to the Laundromat for Sunday morning washing Prep for the week befor...

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I met a friend here for lunch on Sunday. The café was busy, but not crowded and we sat comfortably at the common table. We started with a coffee, and there were...

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Facebook
4.8 ★ from 43 reviews
Google
4.5 ★ from 687 reviews
Zomato
4.2 ★ from 262 reviews

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