CAFES IN KATOOMBA
Blue Mountains, New South Wales

Common Ground Café With a name like that you can expect the atmosphere and decor to be quirky – and it is. Delightfully so. With open fire, sunny window tables and a wide selection of home cooked food that could challenge many a top rated chef's kitchen. The fluffiest pancakes with wonderful local produce to take home – try the lemon and ginger butters. Address: 214 Katoomba Street (corner Waratah Street). Katoomba, NSW, 2780. Phone:+61 2 4782 9744 www.commongroundcafe.com.au Fresh A welcoming cafe with simple fare focusing on breakfast. brunch and lunch with such dishes as lamb wrap, carrot and coriander fritters, ricotta pancakes and a selection of coffee piping hot. Address: Shop 5/181 Katoomba St., Katoomba, NSW 2780. Phone: +61 2 4782 3602 True to the Bean As you would expect coffee is the speciality with Belgian waffles following fast behind. With choices such as cinnamon or fig – a delightful interlude spot before taking on more travels. Address:123 Katoomba St., Katoomba, NSW 2780. Phone: +61 2 4782 4520 Unique Patisserie Their speciality is pastries and sweets – delectable and delicious according to those who frequent this spot. And as the beautifully decorated wedding cakes on display indicate. But there is more besides and a selection of Asian dishes sate those who are wanting a real meal– beef laksa, chicken satay, curry and crispy beef in plum sauce are mouth-watering, according to reviews. Address: 169 Katoomba St., Katoomba, NSW 2780. Phone: +61 2 4782 7887 Station Bar Set in the heart of the mountains and probably the newest bar on the block – there's an extensive wine list, cocktails from the champions and boutique beers. And if feeling a little peckish a wood fired pizza will sate the need for food. Address: 287 Bathurst Rd., Katoomba, NSW 2785. Phone:+61 2 4782 4782