Review Cafe El Nido - Torquay

Love this cafe. Been there several times only for coffee and finally had breakie which looked at the next table the other day, wanted to try. It was great, the burger. So tasty and crispy. They also have nice coffee too. It's just my personal preference, am not top fan of coffee too sour nor burnt smell. Coffee was nice with great flavor and strong. Recommendable. Sure other food on the menu is good too. Always the one menu simply tells me everything, others will be good too.

I loved everything about this cafe! First, super easy to park, then friendly staff and then, super cosy atmosphere. Great coffee, and extensive menu! Also, there is a super interesting Vietnamese ice coffee, which I highly recommend. It is brewed in front of you with condensed milk, just super tasty and yummy! Super delicious! Wow!!!

Great filipino meals, as well as your standard eggs and bacon! We ended up getting extra takeaway for later on. Coffee was very enjoyable too thankfully!

Unique Filo menu! The ambience and decor are great - loved the greenery in the cafe. Tried the Filipino bowl and El Nido Burger and both were pretty tasty. Something to improve on is perhaps the jasmine rice - seems like it’s reheated rather than freshly cooked in the morning. My personal preference is for the burger to not use brioche - it’s a bit too sweet and overpowering. Tocino was spot on and we liked the coffee.

Lovely little cafe. Service was great both times I visited. Extremely busy on the Sunday, but coffee, food and service were all fantastic.

Such a great little cafe! The staff were amazing and the food and coffee were next level! Highly recommend this place to anyone stopping by!

You can find the El Nido Cafe at one of the entrances to the Dunes Village Shopping Centre. It is the perfect place to grab a bite on the road [with the service station across the way]. Very popular during COVID-19 with their external takeaway window, which was heavily in use while I had breakfast there. There is limited indoor seating - a bench with bar stools, but outside there are ample tables and chairs. For those waiting for takeaway orders, there is a seating area opposite. Orders are taken/paid for at the counter, and if you have a keep cup, they will ask you to wait and pass it to them to fill and return when your name comes up. The staff work super hard here and are quite friendly. They have a range of healthy pre-made snacks, muffins and wraps/rolls. They have a small 'all-day' menu complete with street food, drinks, and cater to your dietary needs. Recommendation: El Nido Brekky Burger - fried egg, bacon, hash brown, tomato, cheese, spinach, relish, avocado on a brioche bun accompanied by sweet potato fries. *From a local source, I was told their dumplings are incredible. Coffee - they use the St Ali brand, a medium-strength blend, perfect to accompany your breakfast. Like many places around here, they sell their own branded keep cups and other bits and pieces. A great place for a grab and run snack/drink at reasonable prices and generous portions.

Absolutely incredible food! These guys should have a restaurant on the Torquay Foreshore...clearly the best breakfasts on the Surfcoast!! Do NOT be put off by the location. Cafe El Nido should be judged on its Food! It's a Foodies Delight ♡

Lovely cafe,great location and the food is delicious. All the staff are very friendly and easy going.Highly recommend ... my new go to place in Torquay!

Great cosy neighbourhood cafe. My coffee was delicious, big breaky was yum, service was friendly, atmosphere was nice and relaxed, great selection in the menu. Great spot �

We have had alot of coffees here and they have all been great. Always hot and strong just how we like it. Our breakfast yesterday was delicious. Charcoal hotcakes and the big breakfast! The menu has alot of variety and the service is always great with happy staff

My favourite place to eat and drink in Torquay! Amazing food and great coffee �

Just had one of the best breakfasts I’ve ever had! The menu is incredible! Too many yummy choices, many with an Asian twist. So nice to find a restaurant that has interesting food. Great little corner for kids to play. Cafe was packed as it was a long weekend and our food arrived quickly. Bao buns on their lunch menu is one of my favs. Delish! �

Great atmosphere, coffee was on point, food was fresh and delicious, service was quick with lovely staff. Pleasant experience!

What s awesome little cafe! I live in St Kilda so always compare cafes to ones in Melb & ive gotta say this is a pretty awesome little gem! Food was quick & tasty, staff super friendly & a nice casual modern vibe for a casual hang! Will be back for sure.

Lovely staff, menu and atmosphere. Coffee is wonderful and my daughter loved her iced chocolate. Highly recommend this great new cafe.

Had the greens breaky and it was awesome! One of the best avo Smash's I have had and the coffee was tip top! Coming here from now on for my avo smash!

Just wanted to say how impressed that we were at your service towards our kids on our visit! We came in with three families and lots of kids, you seated us at the communal table and all of the staff were so accommodating to them. We were on our way to Santa photos and when my daughter order a kiddies chocolate milkshake, one of your staff went and got a tea towel from your cupboard to tie around her white dress so that it didn't get anything spilt on it before our picture! So sweet! Will definitely be back!

Had the Pinoy burger, juiciest beef brisket of them all! With some golden crunchy chips! Amazing location and a great place for a feed!! 👌🏻✌️

Just back from having dinner and all the food was delicious. Come every day for a coffee (so good). Thanks guys �����

Fresh and healthy meals, easily the best eggs in Torquay! Couldn't recommend more. Keep it up �

Love popping in for their amazing meals, or even just grabbing a coffee (which is great coffee by the way). And staff are always friendly.

Great coffee, great decor, dog friendly and exceptionally friendly service. Couldn't recommend enough! Make sure you try the banana bread!

Cracking place. Great service, food and coffee. Have been here every day since opening. Never missed a beat. Its a winner.