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Overall Total Score
4.4 out of 5
Impressive | 3616 reviews

What 4Aaron C (1 3 years ago on Google doesn't like about The Little Nel Cafe @ Nelson Bay Resort:
Food was pretty good. If I was nitpicking prawn tacos maybe slightly under seasoned or missing some acidity, kids cheeseburger patty was dry (and used Swiss cheese which my son didn't like). Service wasn't super friendly depending who you get. But for what it is, coffee was good and most dishes well done. View all feedback. What 5Bojan K (4 1 year ago on Google likes about The Little Nel Cafe @ Nelson Bay Resort:
Great cafe that is just perfect on a sunny day when you can sit outside, but if not, the whole menu is available as takeaway. Dog friendly so you can bring your fur friends with you as well. Food is tasty, coffee is good and the bacon and egg roll for breakfast will make sure that you can go through until dinner before being hungry. There is a bit of wait, but that is to be expected given how popular and great this p... View all feedback.

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Int Restaurants
4.4 ★ from 2606 reviews
Samantha
30.01.2024 - 11:28

We first tried this place on the 3rd april and have been coming here every day since. And will continue till the 10th april. You'll wish you could drink it out...

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Maddi
30.01.2024 - 11:28

Awesome Service, Amazing Food, Lovely Little place. I recommend booking a table as it gets very busy I can see why with the quality of food. Need a place to sta...

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Audrey
30.01.2024 - 11:28

I rate the LITTLE nel cafe, 5 .. went there for brunch on Saturday with 7 other people, and we could not fault a thing ... the friendly staff ,, the food ,, and...

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Sharyn
30.01.2024 - 11:28

Was recommended this cafe and it didn’t disappoint once we found where it was lol Food was fresh large servings. Quick service by friendly young girls. Well pri...

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Kellee
30.01.2024 - 11:28

Exceptional food, wonderful service, lovely warm spot to sit for a winter breakfast. The food was very flavoursome the coffee was very enjoyable! Great healthy...

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The Little Nel Cafe offers a mixed dining experience as reported by various customers. Some found the food to be pretty good with well-executed dishes and enjoyable coffee, while others were disappointed by the high prices and lack of speciality in the food. The service received mixed reviews, with some finding it friendly and others feeling it could be improved. Dog owners will appreciate the dog-friendly environment of the cafe. Overall, The Little Nel Cafe seems to have its ups and downs, but remains a popular spot for those seeking a cozy cafe with a varied menu and friendly service.

Top-rated
4.2 ★ from 10 reviews
5Bojan
17.11.2023 - 18:06

Great cafe that is just perfect on a sunny day when you can sit outside, but if not, the whole menu is available as takeaway. Dog friendly so you can bring your...

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5Raz
17.11.2023 - 18:06

A wonderful dog-friendly cafe, with beautiful and tasty meals! The French toast was lovely with many sauces, and the açai had a great mix of ingredients that al...

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4Damien
17.11.2023 - 18:06

One of our favourite cafes in Nelson Bay. The food is always really interesting, taking a fresh twist on traditional meals and we have always enjoyed the coffee...

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4Aaron
17.11.2023 - 18:06

Food was pretty good. If I was nitpicking prawn tacos maybe slightly under seasoned or missing some acidity, kids cheeseburger patty was dry (and used Swiss che...

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4Carlos
17.11.2023 - 18:06

My favourite breakfast place in the whole of Port Stephens. Coffee is excellent, and food is great, decent portions, too. I've had the turkish eggs, brekkie rol...

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Menulist
3.6 ★ from 9 reviews
Nathan
15.05.2023 - 06:00

Amazing big breakfast for vegans and great staff!! Right in the heart of Nelson Bay.

Matilda
15.05.2023 - 06:00

Very good vegan breakfast, marked in the menu. Sanitarium is not the most exciting but certainly decent overall

Verena
15.05.2023 - 06:00

The food was great. I felt I could join my mates with a big breakfast and it was so delicious!

Lujo
16.09.2022 - 07:16

Very good vegan breakfast, marked in the menu. Sausages are so not the most exciting but certainly decent overall

Karim
16.09.2022 - 07:16

That was great. I felt that I could join my kumpels with a big breakfast and it was so delicious!

Happycow
3.5 ★ from 6 reviews
NERIDAH
06.07.2024 - 15:59

Very good vegan breakfast, marked in the menu. Sausages are Sanitarium so not the most exciting but certainly decent overall

Sophie
06.07.2024 - 15:59

The food was great. I felt I could join in with a big breakfast with my mates and it was so delicious!

DavidJanuszkiewicz
06.07.2024 - 15:59

Unfortunately didn't to try it.

ElishaAnderton
06.07.2024 - 15:59

Big very yummy food value!

Facebook
4.1 ★ from 378 reviews
Foursquare
3.8 ★ from 26 reviews
Google
4.4 ★ from 1070 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.6 ★ from 1281 reviews
Zomato
5.0 ★ from 84 reviews

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