Common Grounds Gowrie Cafe 1 Jeffries Street, Gowrie, Australian Capital Territory 2904

"Upon entering Common Grounds Gowrie, the initial interaction was rather lackluster, with no welcoming gesture from the staff. I had to initiate contact to request a table. An added inconvenience arose when our server couldn't provide the price of an omelette, which curiously, was also missing from the menu. The tables, though small, would have been acceptable had they been clean. Despite the evident busyness of the cafe, a few moments to wipe down crumbs from the previous patrons would have made a world of difference. On the brighter side, the staff, while stretched, managed to retain their friendliness and operated efficiently. The cafe offers varied seating options, from indoor areas to a somewhat weathered outdoor space, and even a dedicated dog-friendly section at the front. Our beverages were satisfactory, with the coffee being notably pleasant. The bacon and egg rolls we opted for were generous in their fillings, boasting double bacon and eggs. However, a scarce application of the tomato relish left the roll somewhat dry and lacking in flavor. It's worth noting that the price was reasonable for the serving size. Our dessert choice, the Toro Pancakes, unfortunately, didn't live up to expectations. The presentation was a bit lackluster compared to the tantalizing online photos, and the pancakes themselves left much to be desired. A slight burn and the absence of syrup made for a less than satisfying end to our meal. The ambiance was lifted slightly by the enjoyable background music. While every cafe can have its off days, my experience at Common Grounds Gowrie wasn't one I'd care to repeat. While I won't be returning and hesitate to recommend, it's possible this was just an off morning for them."

"I recently had the pleasure of having a breakfast and I must say it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. The combination of outstanding food, coupled with exceptional customer service, left an indelible mark on me. Not only did the food impress my taste buds, but the incident of an accidental overcharge and the subsequent refund showcased the integrity and professionalism of the staff. Huge respect to the lady who come out to the parking find us and give us a refund for the incidental overcharged."

"Sunday 10am, but 15 minutes for a takeaway coffee is ridiculous. 2 staff on the machine need to be more efficient, should easily handle the volume of coffee orders with a reasonable wait time for both seated and takeaway orders."

"Our favourite local cafe and has amazing (Campos) coffee which is delicious. The staff are really friendly and helpful although be warned that at times they get insanely busy and there can be a wait on the coffee - its worth whatever wait is necessary ;-) I tend to have plain old poached eggs on toast every time which are perfectly cooked. My family have tried all the many different menu items and love the flavours. The french toast & taro pancakes have been firm favourites."

"Nice little Cafe, plenty of parking, indoor and outdoor seating. Very busy when we visited but staff were coping well and were very friendly. Coffee came out quickly, Campos beans, great flavour and just the right temperature. Food was delicious and well presented. The bacon and egg roll was great, the bacon was a highlight. Colombian hash was excellent pork was tasty and there was just enough chilli heat to make it interesting."