Table 1 Espresso - MEREWETHER

This is essentially a "car wash cafe". That being said, it is of a high standard in cuisine, and clearly very popular, with many tables full every time I have b... read more This is essentially a "car wash cafe". That being said, it is of a high standard in cuisine, and clearly very popular, with many tables full every time I have been there. I have two criticisms. Firstly, there are no small options on the menu. All the meals I have had have been huge servings. I guess there's more profit in big. I spoke to the manager about this.Secondly, the cheap furniture is tired, damaged and needs to be replaced. The car wash is getting sloppy too. I started travelling down from the Upper Hunter for the car wash and cafe, but no longer.

This place was excellent, the staff were lovely and attentive with a "nothing is too much trouble" attitude. The breakfast was huge, hot and very very tasty.The... read more This place was excellent, the staff were lovely and attentive with a "nothing is too much trouble" attitude. The breakfast was huge, hot and very very tasty.The coffee was strong and hot, just like we ordered.The bonus is the car was washed while we ate...just wonderful (the car wash is a separate entity to the cafe but forms the same complex)Well worth a stop for breakfast..one of the better ones we have been to.

Love this cafe. We went as a large group for breakfast and everyone's meal looked amazing. We made healthy choices but there was plenty on offer to indulge. Wil... read more Love this cafe. We went as a large group for breakfast and everyone's meal looked amazing. We made healthy choices but there was plenty on offer to indulge. Will definitely be going back.

We were unable to dine at this restaurant due to the rude manager at the door. Despite calling ahead to attempt to make a reservation for a family party and spe... read more We were unable to dine at this restaurant due to the rude manager at the door. Despite calling ahead to attempt to make a reservation for a family party and special birthday breakfast, we were informed that they do not take bookings but would be seated upon arrival. When we arrived, we explained to a very rude male doorman that one member of our party would be arriving late due to a medical emergency. We asked if the rest of us could at least have coffee while we waited, but were rudely questioned about our relationship to the late guest. When we mentioned they were family, my wife was so upset that she began to cry. The doorman then asked if there was something wrong with her. After requesting once more to be seated, we were told that the entire group needed to be present before we could sit. In order to avoid escalating the situation, we made the decision to leave the restaurant.

The prices at this restaurant are too high for the quality of food. While most cafes in Newcastle charge in the high teens for breakfast, this place is priced l... read more The prices at this restaurant are too high for the quality of food. While most cafes in Newcastle charge in the high teens for breakfast, this place is priced lower, which is above average. The Moroccan eggs I ordered lacked flavor and character, and the coffee was average. The staff, however, were friendly and cheerful.