The 12 best spots for croissants in Coffs Harbour

Lovely shop, friendly staff, great selections, many & varied choices - DF, GF, vegan. Hot & cold drinks, fresh smoothies & juices. Happy Frog merch, woven baskets, pots n pans, ceramics, handmade soaps. Indoor and outdoor seating, toilets over road

This place was TERRIBLE!!! The worst possible customer experience imaginable courtesy of some wildy incompetent (and innumerate) staff. We were charged $18 FOR A SIDE OF TAKEAWAY RICE for a takeaway curry (which was reasonably priced at $18). Both staff members insisted $18 was an appropriate price for a side of rice and papadums as the curry could now serve two people, so it was worth twice as much. I tried to explain their flawed logic, but they were unwilling (or unable) to understand or consider a partial refund for the exuberant charge.

We stayed in Coffs for 3 nights & are so glad we found this gem! Food is delicious and servings are so generous for what you pay for! Staff are lovely & they sell some amazing homewares & gifts too. Highly recommend 'The Happy Frog Cafe'. We will definitely be back. Thanks for making our stay in Coffs extra memorable ❤️ P.S. So awesome to have sugar free options 😋

I really enjoy this café — great coffee, nice atmosphere, and usually friendly staff. But last Thursday I was disappointed with the female staff member at the counter (Asian-looking, working that afternoon). Her attitude was unexpectedly unfriendly, very different from my past visits.

I'm amazed ANYONE could find fault with this shop. The 1 star reviews felt like they went to a different restaurant. The Happy Frog provided wonderful and AMPLE servings for both my vegetarian and my husband's meat-eating tastes. The vibe is beautiful, relaxing and friendly. I have been to Coffs Harbor twice and the only reason I'd return is for The Happy frog. That's me wearing their hat and their t-shirt. Keep up the good work.

My go to cafe when in Coffs. Great selection of veg and vegan food with generous servings. Excellent coffee. Some good pastries. Lots of gifts to buy, especially good if you’re visiting from overseas but a little on the pricy side. They sell a limited selection of locally sourced fresh seasonal produce which is also great quality.

I recently had the pleasure of visiting The Happy Frog Café in Coffs Harbour, NSW, and I’m keen to share my experience. The café, offers an extensive range of food, catering well to those who vegetarian options. However, it’s worth noting that the prices at The Happy Frog do lean towards the higher end. While this might be a consideration for some, it’s important to remember that specialty dietary options often come at a premium. Regarding their coffee, the serving size was generous, which is always appreciated. But, I found the coffee’s flavor to be a bit underwhelming. It didn’t quite hit the mark for me, which was a bit of a letdown considering the importance of a good brew in a café experience. The food, on the whole, was decent. While it didn’t particularly dazzle my taste buds, it was satisfactory and seemed to be prepared with care. There’s room for improvement, but it was a pleasant enough dining experience. Lastly, the ambiance of The Happy Frog deserves a special mention. It’s clear that a lot of thought has gone into creating a warm and inviting atmosphere, making it a great spot to relax and unwind. The ambiance alone makes it worth a visit. In summary, The Happy Frog Café is a charming spot with a strong focus on vegetarian cuisine and a wonderful ambiance. While there are areas for improvement, particularly in terms of coffee flavor and pricing, its strengths make it a noteworthy establishment in Coffs Harbour.

I measure a breakfast Cafe by how well they poach an egg. It took two tries but the second lot of eggs were poached to perfection. They did not get huffy when we returned the hard boiled eggs but replaced them almost instantly. Once done the two meals tasted lovely. The bacon was cut thicker than usual and cooked just right, soft enough to be edible and crispy around the edges. The pot of tea was brewed just right and the coffee was even better. Well worth stopping in though they need to do something about the pesky bird landing on the tables cause we all know what they do everywhere.

Great Coffee, Tasty BLAT, and Relaxed Vibes! Cafe Aqua is a fantastic spot in Coffs Harbour! I had a really nice coffee and a delicious BLAT—everything was fresh and full of flavour. The café was bustling, which added to the lively atmosphere, yet it still felt spacious and comfortable. I sat outside and enjoyed the relaxed coastal ambiance, which made the whole experience even better. Friendly staff, great food, and a welcoming vibe—definitely worth a visit whether you're a local or just passing through!

My boyfriend and I visited this cafe on a Wednesday morning and it was lovely. The food and drink options were extensive with great flavours. The seating options were great to suit all weather. The service was great with a nice greeting as we arrived and great service as we ordered. The food arrived promptly and it was delicious. Although some menu items are a little bit pricey it is worth the money. I highly recommend visiting this cafe.

Excellent breakfast / brunch menu - so many tempting options to choose from. Eggs Benedict were delicious and pancakes got a big thumbs up from my family too. Nice balcony to enjoy (particularly if the weather is nice). Staff so friendly, definitely an asset to the business. Even the 'regulars' are amazing - it was raining the day we were there and a lovely gentleman walked me to me car, holding an umbrella over me (I use 2 walking sticks to walk). You certainly don't get that everywhere!

Lovely spot, staff extremely efficient and friendly. We arrived not realising they were close to closing and they didn't hesitate to still serve us lunch. We needed GFO food which they do have a lot of choices and it was all really tasty. I would definitely recommend to all to go there. We will definitely be back. Thank you Cafe Aqua 🙏

Love the ambience of this place. Presentation was excellent and the staff were friendly and helpful. Tried this place for breakfast. We had the Eggs Benedict and Aqua Club Chicken Burger. I was impressed by it all. Coffee was good, probably a 8 out of 10 but the food definitely made the experience worth it. The place itself is really nice too maybe getting loud when so busy and a lot of movement happening around so not so much a place to be if you want to chill and relax. I highly recommend this cafe for anyone looking for a great breakfast.

Café Aqua was a relaxing place to stop by and enjoy breakfast! The food was very yummy and the ingredients were all quite fresh! For a reasonable price there were generous portions with the meals and it was good to be shared. Even the They serve the usual breakfast cuisine but what is nice is that they offer many healthy meals which I really like! Service was fast and my family and I were seated right away. We went around 9 and were greeted by a friendly smiling waiter! Food came quickly 😋 Quite a chill atmosphere and wasn't too busy when I came. Felt very beachside-ish with the cool blue and white rustic wood floor ⛱️! Very nice stop for a fufilling delicious breakfast in Coffs Harbour :D 💙

We had such a delicious breakfast this morning! The latte was absolutely amazing smooth and perfectly made. I had the loaded croissant with bacon and scrambled eggs, which was so tasty and hit the spot. I also added a cheese kransky on the side, and it was the perfect combo. Highly recommend if you’re after a satisfying and flavour-packed brekky!

Another awesome dog friendly Cafe, the staff brought out the dog bowl! Great coffee, and sitting out the front its an interesting place to watch the world pass by. Just a short walk to the beach makes it a great location.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely blown away! Cafe Twenty 46 is a hidden gem in Coffs Harbour. I had the smashed avo with poached eggs and wow — absolute perfection. The avo was fresh, the eggs were cooked to perfection, and the whole dish looked like it belonged in a magazine. The service was incredible — friendly, fast, and genuinely welcoming. And the prices? Honestly, I wasn’t expecting that level of quality for such great value. This place completely exceeded my expectations — delicious food, amazing vibes, and unbeatable value. I’ll 100% be back — new favourite café in town!

Great spot close to parking, the mutton bird walk and the waters. Was a busy morning on the day before Christmas, but we got a high table inside. Despite the busyness, service was fast enough and friendly. The waffles were like a dream and the eggs good. One thing to improve would be to put a door for entry into the toilets area, which would enhance the atmosphere for that last table indoors.

Came back to try this amazing meal I had there the other day 😄. Lamb souvlaki with pita. Absolutely my favorite meal lately so delicious.

Two of us came to Twenty46 for brunch. We ordered the big breakfast with sausage, tomato, bacon, mushroom and bread, and the smashed avocado with poached eggs and bacon. I was very impressed with the staff as they were so attentive and efficient. I watched them as they went from table to table, ensuring that their customers were content. They all seemed to have a skip in their step, and were genuinely happy to be working there. That was really refreshing and nice to see the workers engaged in what they were doing. Food was delicious and service was excellent. Thank you!

A delightful cafe serving a great selection of tasty breakfast foods. Very friendly service. n.b. Not a coffee drinker and did not try. A must visit place to start your day.

Old Johns is a tiny tiny cafe on harbour drive in Coffs Harbour. They offer specialty coffee and a simple dine-in/ takeout menu. Theres limited seating inside the cafe as the front bar is taken over the cashier leaving only a few tables, and some seating outside with/ without shelter. The type of food you’ll get at old Johns include all day toasted sandwiches, croissant, and rolls. There isn’t much to choose from compared to other cafes nearby. The toastie sandwiches are pretty big in portion for $12 and taste pretty good. Coffee was disappointing for me as I love my latte, i like them strong and not milky. Urban a few stores down served nicer coffee. Old johns is a great chill out cafe if you want some piece and quietness to read a book or meet a friend for coffee. Staff are friendly and service was good. I just wish they offer more on the menu such as pancakes or French toast.

Nice breakfast. Lovely hot chocolate. Would love to have hollandaise sauce available on the menu. Just wish they had more inside seating, especially on cold winter mornings.

This review is just for the coffee and service as we didn't eat here however the menu does look pretty good. My partner and I had lattes and the coffee wet both very nice. Service was quick and friendly as well. If we eat her then I will add the extra stars on the individual areas if needed :)

We stopped in at Coffs Harbour on our way up the coast. We were pleasantly surprised by Old Johns. Food selection was good and the service was very efficient and friendly. Added bonus is that they are very dog friendly

Excellent place for breakfast! Great coffee (with oat milk) and food. We had the Smoked Salmon Poke Bowl and Omelette with Mushroom, Spinach and Feta - scrumptious😋!

Very friendly staff and excellent food and coffees ! You can even buy some great bread (as a French in Australia I'm not saying that often 😜) to take back home. We recommend 200% the fruits and macadamia bread !

Old John's is clearly the Best Cafe in Coffs Harbour!! I have been a very regular customer for takeaway Tumeric & Chai Latte's over the past 7 months. BUT, on dining in for Breakfast this morning, I discovered that they have, by far, the BEST Pot of Chai Tea infused with Macadamia Milk. Do yourself a favour and try it out for yourself😀👍☕💯

Wow this cafe is amazing. The vibe makes you feel like your somewhere els. I only had ice coffee it was so strong. When you mixed the ice cream in it’s amazing! The coffee was smooth. I had carrot cake was fresh and yummy. I cant wait to go back and try there food :-) I got the vanilla syrup for my niece as she loves it!

A nice loft style cafe in Coffs Harbour 😍👷🏻‍♂️ Their coffee was definitely a hit🤤 Strongly recommend Cold Brew Coffee!! It smelled so good and rich!! The food took a while to serve, but it was delicious and warm🤤 They had lots of table to seat. You can easily buy coffee stuff in the shop. There’s some books on the cabinet to read and chessboard on the table to play🤩

Excellent coffee .. piccolo lovers shouldn’t miss this one .. packed with chocolate and fruity notes .. toasties and wrap were yummy .. we also tried their mango muffin & it was delish and not gooey at all.. thanks guys will visit soon

Good food Reasonable portions for the price The selection of coffee beans is good, but all roasted quite dark Still nice coffee if that's how you enjoy it Great atmosphere with relaxed music

Good environment, good coffee. Food not bad,But the big brekkie plate is way smaller than I expected.

What an amazing spot! Palate & Ply is a really cool mix between Cafe & Roastery, with different areas inside and out depending on the purpose of your visit. The coffee was great, and clearly a highlight of the spot. The food was of exceptional quality. It was expensive, and the cost wasn't reflected in the aesthetics, but one bite and it became obvious what you'd paid for. Highchairs were available and there was plenty of on street parking nearby.

Went here last January. Cozy athmosphere. Friendly staff. Bookshelf which was nice. Great cafe. 👍

Dark Arts has a very friendly staff and a beautiful atmosphere and overall aesthetic. The food here excellent but their drinks menu was even better. I came here every morning while on a mini vacation and they quickly remembered what I liked and even gave me extra excess drinks they’d made when preparing my order. Costs were fantastic, especially for the drinks menu.

The atmosphere of the place sinks in first as you enter the dark, cozy, and charming den. The furniture lends a certain refined air to the dining experience, and the chaise lounges in the back are divine. The coffee was delicious from the first sip. They cater for dietary requirements, gluten and dairy free on request. The music was all of my favourite jams. Would go again. Thanks, Dark Arts Cafe!

Lovely spot for breakfast! The coffee was excellent, the food was delicious, and the service was warm and friendly. Would definitely come back!

What an absolute gem of a cafe!! Such cool aesthetics everywhere you look! The decor is incredible, so much to see and look at. Coffee was absolutely delicious and the customer service was delightful!! Such a great find in Coffs Harbour

Such a cool spot!! The service and food were amazing. Cannot fault a thing. Wish we lived in Coffs because this would definitely be the new regular ✨

The early morning team were warm and welcoming, setting the tone for a great start to the day. The ham and sheese toasties on sourdough were absolutely next level. Perfectly crafted with top quality ingredients. Chef Michael even took the time to share what goes into making such an incredible toastie. And the coffee? Smooth, rich, and expertly made. Hands down, the best spot in Coffs!

When we first walked up to this place, we immediately smelled coffee, which made us feel it was going to be a good spot. The interior is amazing; I love how they have their own unique style, and everywhere you look, you find something new. The staff were very friendly and attentive, and they seemed to enjoy working there. I ordered the iced chocolate ($6.70) and the house waffles ($23). The iced chocolate was great—not too sweet—making it very pleasant to drink. The addition of ice cream and whipped cream in and on the drink was a nice touch. The waffles looked amazing. When they brought them out, I was so surprised. The presentation and taste were great—again, not too sweet—and the fruit was a nice touch.

I'm a regular here and it's very good. The coffee is consistently good and the snacks, food etc are all good quality. Sammy and her staff members are all very friendly, courteous and capable. Nice unique experience with easy parking, tables and a fire pit. There are many regulars and lots of characters. Just off the highway.

Very good service - friendly and nicely Coffee was excellent My husband got a burger and he said that was the best he ever had for very long time For total one ice latte / ham cheese croissant/ bacons and eggs roll only $26 What a morning quick breakfast! Highly recommended

Farmstead in the Valley Coffee Cart is an absolute gem! The coffee is a necessity to start my day. What truly sets this place apart is the friendly banter – a delightful touch that makes each visit an unmissable experience. The welcoming atmosphere and exceptional brew make it a definite 5-star destination!

Sammy and team are AWESOME! Not only great coffee...their set up is so nice! Highly recommend!!!

Super fast and friendly, great coffee and delicious food, so glad we found you on our last trip north

The team make you fee really welcome. Huge smiles, friendly chat. Coffee is tasty and snacks look good. Great outside vibe as well.

If you require a kind word, a lovely service or just a drink and a snack, you are at an excellent place! Sam is a beautiful Soul and serves with heart!! THANK YOU!!

Great place to have coffee in the Forest Sky Pier. However there was no water to wash the hands.

Great place to have coffee and chill out , around $5 for large so priced fair :)

Went here a couple of weeks ago. Great coffee and brownie. Friendly service. Highly recommend

Nice little cafe. Also feels good to support a local aboriginal-owned business.

Excellent coffee next to a fabulous lookout and walk. Well worth the drive up the hill. Also the melting moment was top notch

Delicious basic sandwitches, toasties, cakes, pies and sausage rolls. The coffees were well made and the undercover picnic tables were lovely amongst the greenery.

Good coffee. Friendly staff

We paid $67 for 6 items the pastries and a large and small cappuccino which is frankly ridiculous for the amount of flies that go onto them while ordering as there isn’t a back cover on the food display. Don't enjoy writing negative reviews, food was good although they wouldn’t heat it up as it was in a “food warmer” but still cold. Pastries looked good but the crème brûlée tasted horrible and burnt not edible at all, the peach and custard pastry was fantastic though probably won’t be back regularly due to the price however.

Staff were so nice and helpful. Coffee and bakes are delicious!! Best chai latte we have ever had and the mini pastry on top of our coffees really topped it all off!

Superb selection of baked products. Hard to pick a favourite, but maybe the Brulee wins, totally sublime! Almond croissants, cinnamon scrolls are my other favourites. Chocolate almond croissant is also excellent, along with the always changing selection of savoury baked products. Get there early though!

Great coffee, ridiculously large sausage roll (didn't need lunch😄). The creme brulee was amazing, dear lord soooo goood

We are serious sourdough eaters, a good sourdough is hard to find when travelling. The sourdough here rates very high, my partner and I discussing if it beats our all time fave in Bermagui (Honourbread). Hmmm, finally agreed equal top place. Delicious flavour, superb crust, beautiful fragrant loaf of yummy-ness.

We visited on a Sunday morning and enjoyed some absolutely sensational baked goods (almond croissant, cookie dough croissant, creme brûlée tart, croque monsieur, and quiche) along with a delicious spicy chai. A little bill shock when we paid $70 for the lot but they earned every penny. Friendly service and a nice informal setting with bench seating and shade. Thanks so much!! We will be back

The pastries and hot food were absolutely delicious. We had the chorizo and cheese and a cheese and brisket empanada. They were outstanding. Staff inside were singing and it brought a smile to my face 🥰 Will definitely be back!

Stopped at Village Pantry for lunch on our full day drive back from Sydney a few weeks ago. Situated in Park Beach Homebase it is very easy to find straight off the Pacific Highway. All the tables were still full at around 1.30 and we enjoyed all our food and drinks. Much better than fast food at a petrol station on a long drive home.

Didn’t enjoy the food here. The furniture and atmosphere was lovely but the food was very disappointing. The acai bowls were tiny and therefore very overpriced ($19 but $21 with extras). They had 3 small scoops of the acai and a tiny amount of granola (can’t even see it in the picture). We even payed extra for more granola ($2) in one of the bowls and it was just as bad (the same) as the other. The baba ganoush was also quite a small serving for the price ($22) and there was nothing special about it. The actual baba ganoush was not what we expected as it was more like a relish, and the flat bread was just 3 small toasted wraps. Drinks wise... the coffees were good but the strawberry iced matcha was really grainy and didn’t take like strawberry whatsoever (for $8 we expected much better).

I cannot thank the owner/manager enough for the service we received today. I requested for my food to be cooked in a certain way. The request was happily complied with. It was absolutely delicious. I needed a cushion to sit on as I am recovering from a pelvic fracture due to a horseriding accident. The cushion was happily provided. It just about brought me to tears. The staff were so friendly and accomodating. I 100 percent recommend this cafe. I will go to this Cafe as often as I can because of this great service. Thanks again

Dropped in for a quick lunch and coffee. Service was friendly and our meals/coffees came out quick (not busy at the time) the karage burger was very nice. And chips were crispy. My partners eggs bene was also really nice. The potato rosties were the stand out for me on the eggs bene, I liked them so much I ordered myself a side separately, I think a hint of tiki masala and the caroway seed were what made them taste so nice. Would be happy to eat a bowl of just them. Coffee were also very well made and had a great taste.

Wonderful service, food and coffee were both delicious.

This little gem was perfect for a spring morning cuppa coffee. Loved the fact you were seated "outside" but covered with natural plant decor. Staff were friendly and accommodating once they realised they missed a coffee order. The carrot cake, muffin and brownie were absolutely delicious. The best raspberry and white choc chip muffin I have ever had. Asked for volcanic hot coffee and the barista nailed it. The artwork on the coffee is very impressive!! Thank you guys. We would highly reccommend the Village Pantry. Toilets located here too.

Lovely outdoor cafe located in Park Beach Plaza, in the heart of Coffs Harbour. Focusing on the creation of specialty coffee, and soul food. I ate here twice during my recent visit to Coffs. This eatery has a lovely vibe. Totally recommended for breakfast🥰

Great coffee - relaxed vibe. friendly and knowledgeable staff Try the cold brew.. delicious! Pour-over coffee bags come in three different varieties.

Would like to give 6 stars! 🌟 I drove 11hr round trip to get training for my new Pop up coffee machine. I spent 2 hours training how to use my machine. Luke was patient, knowledgeable about everything coffee and beans, super friendly and taught me to get the best out of my machine. If you are after barista coffee at home you MUST get training!!! Highly recommend. Thank you again. 🙂

Coffee always great and service with a smile. Full coffee menu plus great beans and coffee machine service available. Also welcoming of well behaved dogs.

Even though I'm 9000 miles away in the US, these guys rock! I highly recommend you order their Champion Blend!

I visited all the way from Victoria and it was definitely worth the trip!! The coffee was delicious. I had a great batch brew. The service was amazing. The team were so accomodating and kind. Would recommend to anyone :))

Products seem okay, service staff seem okay, it I won’t use this company again for coffee products or supplies as they use a courier company that is incompetent, fails to deliver packages, lies about package deliveries and when they finally deliver the package, will throw it around and leave it in the rain without care. Don’t risk your expensive coffee products purchase on a company that uses terrible incompetent couriers just to save money.

A hidden gem on our way to Brisbane! Great coffee, friendly staff. We also bought perfect gifts for our family and friends.

The cafe was is a disgusting state, we stopped with our family to have lunch on the way home from holidays and couldn't find one table that wasn't filthy and surrounded by food and paper on the floor. We cleaned a table with a baby wipe and the result was disturbing. I took my 6 month old to the parents room which was even worse the stench was almost unbearable. We left before eating because we didn't want our family eating there. Super disappointing

Very busy due to tourist attractions, but the food is very appealing. We had the breakfast menu and it was freshly made and reasonable portion sizing.

Fun themed cafe but food was average at best. We got a breakfast burrito & the Big Banana Pancakes. The breakfast burrito was decent, but I expected more from the pancakes. The bananas were not cooked into the pancakes themselves - there were just 2 bananas sliced on top of the stack. Almost $30! Would not eat here unless you’re spending a day at the park.

Staff seem to be hating life, no hello, no "how are you" just a "what can I get you" after trying to find some humanity here. Food really really bland and overpriced. $18 for a fresh but small and flavourless breakfast burrito. $7.50 for a side of bacon, which was two rashers. Go for the attractions, but spend your money at a cafe in town.

We had the banana split after a day of being adult children at the big banana. It was very busy but the food was served quite quickly.

Made the trip worthwhile never had a banana with a big breakfast but it was outstanding

Stopped in to grab a coffee to hit the road. While the older staff were lovely, the younger ones were not. The young girl and guy behind the coffee machine worked at a snails pace. Had to wait 20 minutes for 2 coffees. Because she decided to make other staff members theirs first. Took a sip as we got in the car and on the road and instead of vanilla syrup for my latte, it was hazelnut or caramel syrup (my fault for not checking before leaving but not hard to get right) Was tepid temperature. Not nice tasting. Didnt even taste like there was coffee in it. Just milk. Also wanna bring up the fact that the toilets were disgusting. The disabled/parents room one in particular. The kid before us, who was a capable teen (only know he was a teen cause the moron left the door unlocked and i walked in on him checking 'himself' out in the mirror) had peed all over the floor. Just walked off and went to a rest stop instead.