Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.9 out of 5
Very good | 216 reviews

What Sandy C likes about Cowbell 808:
This is a great little daytime restaurant. Brekky is excellent. It is basic and noisy,good value for money. We got a voucher deal and got lost on our way there. Booking is best, as one table empties and gets refilled immediately. They seemed to loose us for awhile, but when the food came it was excellent. Also it is licensed after 10 am. Definite, must do. View all feedback. What Russell S doesn't like about Cowbell 808:
One of my favourite breakfast hangouts, but it's changed hands recently and it's gone all downhill. The Sunday breakfast menu had only about 50% available. The coffee took 30 minutes and then was not good. Even the staff apologised and actually said we'd be better off going elsewhere. I imagine this shop will be up for lease soon.....shame as it was a great little spot! View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

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3.8 ★ from 13 reviews
Valdór
20.11.2017 - 16:58

Went there on a sunday morning for brunch. nice fitout of shop in the quiet street in surry hills. the service was great, prompt and the breakfast was amazing....

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Nona
20.11.2017 - 16:58

Wondered around Surry Hills looking for somewhere new to try and ended up here this chilly Sunday morning. It was around 11:30am so we were happy they served br...

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Wayne
20.11.2017 - 16:58

Surrey Hills restaurant known for all day breakfast. Open kitchen, boom boxes and vinyl covers from your favorite 80's band serves as the backdrop. Cool atmosph...

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Janick
20.11.2017 - 16:58

Groovy little open indoor area that feels like I'm outside. Simple open communal layout with funky graphics on the wall. I'm just having a coffee, and it's real...

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Danny
20.11.2017 - 16:58

I have been a couple of times. The food is good- which is what draws me back- and the decor quirky. The service is never super-speedy (-the service staff are pl...

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Tripadvisor
4.0 ★ from 27 reviews
TwinkleTraveler
17.08.2023 - 08:46

I have been a couple of times. The food is good- which is what draws me back- and the decor quirky. The service is never super-speedy -the service staff are ple...

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Love
17.08.2023 - 08:46

We have been patronising this place since it first opened. Back then the food and service was good and the place was always full. Recently food and service has...

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firebirdasusual
17.08.2023 - 08:46

I've never eaten here (save for a cake) but the food looks varied and delicious. The coffee is beautiful and the owners are welcoming and friendly, no matter if...

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Antone
17.08.2023 - 08:46

We had a lovely breakfast involving the big brekkie and baked eggs. Not knowing that the servings would be so generous we also ordered the ricotta pancakes to s...

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Sixredhats
17.08.2023 - 08:46

An odd little mix of 80's vinyl classics and 70's furniture. Breakfast on the Laminex table my oldies had while blissing out to Rose Tattoos Sweet Child a'Mine....

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Int Restaurants
3.9 ★ from 129 reviews
Esther
03.02.2024 - 07:47

After our initial visit, it was clear that we would be returning to this restaurant many times. We were welcomed by a kind gentleman who we later learned was th...

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Matt
03.02.2024 - 07:47

I absolutely love this place! Not only is the food and coffee amazing, but the staff are also incredibly friendly and fun. I live nearby and I can't go a day wi...

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Tim
03.02.2024 - 07:47

Yesterday my group of friends and I met up for brunch at Cowbell 808 and it was amazing. Despite the trendy atmosphere of Surry Hills, I was impressed by the qu...

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Emie
03.02.2024 - 07:47

Went on a groupin which made food cheaper and probably my review nicer. Disappointed my ice cream was not bacon flavoured, but my ricotta pancakes were quiet go...

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Clinton
03.02.2024 - 07:47

Cool 80's decor, friendly service, great burgers and awesome onion rings! Went on around 1:30pm on Saturday and didn't have to wait very long for a table. Mocha...

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Google
3.8 ★ from 47 reviews

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