Eating Out - Coffs Coast
Reporter: Mel Symons
Coffs has great beaches, great parks, and great accommodation. And the food scene is the same – it’s great! This area is emerging as a real foodie’s paradise and we’re here to check out 2 of the most popular spots in town.
Urban Espresso Lounge
Located on the jetty at Coffs Harbour Urban Espresso Lounge is a popular destination with the locals. With great views and fabulous food it’s easy to see why
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This is a great local café with delicious simple local produce used where possible. Enjoy a big hearty breakfast or relax over a long lunch.
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Some of the dishes you may find on the menu:
Breakfast
- Urban Vego Brekkie – eggs on Turkish with avocado, baby spinach, fetta, sautéed mushrooms, roasted tomato and aioli
- Pancakes – triple stack of pancakes with banana, crispy bacon and maple syrup
Lunch
- Urban steak sanga – grilled prime rib fillet on turkish with rocket, roasted tomato, caramelised onion, swiss cheese, aioli and topped with a fried egg, served with chunky fries
- Prawn linguine with chilli, garlic, lemon and white wine
Dinner
- Citrus tart
- Home made Polish cake
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More Information Urban Espresso Lounge Telephone: (02) 6651 1989 Open Tuesday to Sunday for breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea. Breakfast starts at $5 and lunch from $8 |
Prices correct as at 13/10/07
Saltwater Café and Restaurant
Saltwater on the Beach has sensational food, stunning views and excellent service.
Idyllically located, with unrestricted ocean views along Emerald Beach and out to Groper Island, Saltwater Café & Restaurant is just a 15 minute drive north of Coffs Harbour.
Enjoy a scrumptious breakfast al-fresco on the terrace (and watch the whales), a leisurely lunch, relaxed dining in the evening, or just call in for a coffee. Saltwater is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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The style of food is Modern Australian, with some dishes enhanced by the subtle flavors of Asia and also the Middle East. And desserts are a specialty, so leave plenty of room!
Saltwater uses the best local fresh produce and seafood, and whenever available they use organic products. The menu changes seasonally, with plenty of specials daily for extra choice.
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Some of the dishes you may find on the menu:
Entree
- Oysters, Crunchy Wasabi Cucumber & Pickled Ginger Salsa
- Sugar Cured Salmon and Ricotta Roulade, Garlic Crouton
Main
- Roast Lamb Rump on Honey Baked Pumpkin, Goats Fetta, Beetroot Jam
- Confit Duck and Crispy Pork Belly, Sticky Lemongrass & Kaffir Lime Syrup, Asian Coleslaw
Desserts
- Chocolate Trio Plate
- Saffron and Sauterne Poached Pear, Dark Chocolate Mandarin Mousse
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More Information Saltwater Café and Restaurant 104 Fiddaman Rd, Emerald Beach Telephone: (02) 6656 1888 Open Wednesday to Sunday and mains start from $28 |
Prices correct as at 13/10/07
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More Information Coffs Coast Visitor Information Centre Ph: 1300 369 070 www.coffscoast.com.au/sydneyweekender For everything you need to know about the Coffs Coast and to plan your holiday, contact the Coffs Coast Visitor Information Centre. |
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The easiest way to get to the Coffs Coast is with QantasLink. They have daily flights from Sydney and you’ll spend just over an hour in the air. Tickets are on sale from $77 one way from Sydney until Wednesday 17th October, 2007 *conditions apply *(Valid for travel Nov 17, 2007 – Feb 3, 2008) |