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MATTHEW THOMAS is a charming cafe located at 50 Eagle Terrace in Sandgate, QLD, renowned for its stunning views of Moreton Bay. The atmosphere is inviting and friendly, complemented by attentive staff who consistently deliver top-notch service. Patrons rave about the cafe's cleanliness and the delightful experience it offers, particularly on sunny days when indoor and outdoor seating is available.
The menu at MATTHEW THOMAS showcases a delightful variety of dishes, from toasted sourdough with various spreads to housemade waffles topped with fresh fruits and indulgent sauces. Customers especially appreciate the precision of the classic Eggs Benedict, which is perfectly runny and flavor-packed. The coffee, particularly the flat white, garners praise for being well-balanced and not overly bitter.
Reviews highlight the appeal of the cafe's cold specialties, like the rich iced chocolate and aromatic iced chai, making it an ideal spot for a leisurely catch-up with friends. Overall, visitors leave with fond memories of the food, atmosphere, and breathtaking views, making MATTHEW THOMAS a must-visit for those in the area.
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Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Reviews for MATTHEW THOMAS
Review highlights
Based on 711 reviewsMATTHEW THOMAS is widely praised for its scenic location overlooking Moreton Bay, offering a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere enhanced by tasteful decor and clean, well-maintained premises. Guests frequently commend the attentive and courteous staff, highlighting their friendly and efficient service. The café’s menu is noted for its quality, with many appreciating the flavorful and well-prepared dishes alongside excellent coffee. While some consider the pricing slightly on the higher side, the generous portion sizes and overall dining experience justify the cost. Limited parking during peak times is a minor drawback mentioned by visitors, but the combination of ambiance, food, and service consistently earns positive recognition.
Nice coffee shop overlooking Moreton Bay. This place is situated high on the hill on Eagle Terrace, other side of the road has a fairly steep drop from the footpath, with trees all the way down to the foreshore walkway. Parking is ok on the road but gets very hard at peak (Sat / Sun mornings etc). The premises is super clean and tidy, and has a really nice atmosphere. There is seating both inside and out on the footpath. Staff are professional, very polite and service is generally pretty quick. There is a wide variety of food options, and you can customise etc, love the eggs Bene' it has come out perfect every time with eggs cooked - but nice and runny on the inside not cooked through (for those that are fussy about that). If your looking for nice coffee, the staple flat white has always come out decent. aka not boiling / too cold, burnt or bitter. Great spot for a catch up or just sit and watch the bay with a nice cup or drink. Grab the window seats or outside tables for the view which is well worth the effort. This would be a spot to watch the full moon rise over the Bay at certain times of the month. Just a really great spot.
Staff are always really nice. Food and coffee were fantastic.
Excellent cafe. Our group of 2 couples have had breakfast at this cafe at least every 2 months. We always have wonderful food and perfect coffee served by beautiful staff who are very attentive and courteous. Together with a fabulous view on a glorious sunny winters day with lovely friends, makes a most enjoyable experience. The staff are to be commended, thank you all. I
This cafe is absolutely amazing!!! I went yesterday on a Saturday to this very popular cafe and was not disappointed. The food was immaculate. The kitchen did a phenomenal job with the moroccan chicken salad and corncake and salmon. Will definitely be returning here soon!
Went for a Saturday morning walk along Lover's Walk and ended up at Matthew Thomas cafe'. A welcoming and warm feel to the place. I loved the decor, high ceilings and position with a view through the trees of the sea. The service was quick and personable. The menu is fairly extensive and reasonably priced (maybe a bit on the high side). Having said that, the portions were generous and well prepared. We loved our meal and the coffee was great.
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Opening hours
- Monday (Today) 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
- Tuesday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
- Wednesday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
- Thursday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
- Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
- Saturday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
- Sunday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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