Bowside Cafe - Torquay

This was the perfect place to grab some hot chocolate and a snack after completing a hike closeby at point Addis. They also have a plant nursery which I wish I... read more This was the perfect place to grab some hot chocolate and a snack after completing a hike closeby at point Addis. They also have a plant nursery which I wish I spent a bit more time at! Overall a really nice cafe！

We went there for coffee and the vanilla slice. We were not disappointed, coffee was very good and the vanilla slice was sensational(fresh, great flavour, and t... read more We went there for coffee and the vanilla slice. We were not disappointed, coffee was very good and the vanilla slice was sensational(fresh, great flavour, and they cut it half without squashing the custard). Great nursery with a great range of plants and the on-site art studio and working artist gave it a great feel.

Coffee's good but you'd come for the atmosphere. Sitting area away from the road surrounded by a colorful nursery. Charming service as well. Bonus points for la... read more Coffee's good but you'd come for the atmosphere. Sitting area away from the road surrounded by a colorful nursery. Charming service as well. Bonus points for lactose-free cow's milk—harder to find around here.

A very friendly and welcoming small cafe that served a good coffee and a super delicious how made vanilla slice. Also bought a couple of their home made sausage... read more A very friendly and welcoming small cafe that served a good coffee and a super delicious how made vanilla slice. Also bought a couple of their home made sausage rolls to take home (also delicious). Plenty to do and see with the cafe, nursery and gift shop all on the same spot.

I have always driven past this place and thought I would stop for lunch. Food was OK, and the service was terrible! A dark haired lady was so incredibly rude I... read more I have always driven past this place and thought I would stop for lunch. Food was OK, and the service was terrible! A dark haired lady was so incredibly rude I don’t know why she bothered showing for work. There was no one In there and I was extremely nice when entering. Super expensive for the quality of food as well. The Other ladies were really lovely and welcoming. Sorry, but it takes one person to ruin an experience. Recommend towns either side of this cafe.