Gracelands

Time Out says

Thu Oct 18 2012

The large terrace out front, the partially covered garden, the airy interior and informal atmosphere attract all sorts to Gracelands. Families love it because there’s also a toy and children’s book area; in the pretty backyard, kids group together to play hide-and-seek along the mews. Others come for refreshment after visiting Gracelands Yard (a creative holistic centre).

The food at the café was always good, but they’ve really sorted out the service since our last visit. Now it’s calm, friendly and knowledgeable instead of chaotic. Breakfasts and brunches are popular, as is the salad bar fronting the open kitchen. Red cabbage coleslaw, roasted parsnip, carrot and butternut squash salad, chick pea medley and green bean salad are typical choices. Hearty quiches taste just-cooked, while the cake selection is small but well formed, with the double chocolate cheesecake and lime and coconut cake both scoring top marks.

There are cooked breakfasts and pasta options for kids, and a large soft drink selection that includes smoothies. Coffee now comes from Caravan, and you can taste the improvement.