The charming Victorian terrace house, now home to the Tin Cat cafe. The present two-storey frontage dates back to 1898. Image by writer.
Not only an excellent café and restaurant, the
Tin Cat café has funky, retro fifties furniture and local artwork on the walls. Originally built in 1858 as a four roomed residence it was used as a bakery by various owners from 1866 to 1970, then restored as a gallery under the ownership of acclaimed painter David Bromley. Known as "Maggies" in the 70's and 80's, it became the
Tin Cat Café in 1998.
Part of the delightful front room that seats 40. Image by writer.
Open for lunch and dinner, the
Tin Cat Café offers a range of brunch options as well as excellent
1645 coffee. They have the usual staples or you can choose from brunch specials and a range of extras. The rhubarb loaf with strawberries and ricotta was tempting, but I settled for
"The Standard", whilst my friend opted for the
eggs "Florentine".
My favourite The Standard includes free range eggs, crispy Churchill's bacon, roast tomatoes and button mushrooms. Image by writer.
My friend enjoyed the eggs Florentine consisting of poached free range eggs, spinach, ham and house-made hollandaise. Image by writer.
The thing I like most about the
Tin Cat café is that it feels like you are walking into someone's house. The service is always very good and the staff friendly and attentive. For meat lovers, the Tin Cat café also do an interesting
"Bacon steak" with Barossa Valley spec, fried eggs, maple syrup and roast sweet potatoes.
The bright Interior coloured ceiling of the back room. Image by writer.
are also available, delicious
hot cakes, and a couple of
French toast variations with smoked salmon or honey baked pears. I can't wait to try their dinner menu.
This drab adjacent wall has been improved by the addition of some funky artwork. Image by writer.
Do you have a favourite café in the CBD or suburbs? How do you think the Tin Cat Café rates? Feel free to leave an answer.
The leafy outdoor garden features a 'cubby house' for the kids and seats around 40. Image by writer.
