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Cafe Lella

Jardine St, Kingston, Canberra 2604, Australia
(02) 6239 6383
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Ranked #230 of 598 restaurants in Canberra
3.0 of 5 stars 16 Reviews
Cuisines: Italian
Good for: Outdoor seating
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch
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Good for: Outdoor seating
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch
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Sydney
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012

This Cafe is undoubtedly one of the best Italian coffee and food establishments I have ever come across! It is wonderful to get the opportunity to express my gratitude to the staff of Cafe Lella! I always visit Cafe Lella when I am in Canberra. I have spent a few years living in Europe during which time I developed an... More

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Canberra, Australia
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Sad to say that we waited for almost an hour for our meals which came out one by one. Food very average, Noticed at the table next to us a chap had a cheese melt sitting in front of him for about 20 minutes waiting for his friends meals to arrive. If it had been busy you could maybe have... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

We ate there today and it was only half full but it took an hour and a quarter for a basic order of 4 sandwiches to arrive. When ordering a vegemite sandwich for my 2yr I was told we can provide you with bread, butter and Vegemite for you to do it yourself but can't make you a sandwich. This... More

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Melbourne, Australia
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012

Went in for Breakfast on Saturday and was pleasantly suprised. The decore was not great bu the food was fabulous and there was a great selection on the menu. We had Eggs Benedict and the kids had pancakes. I thought service was very prompt but was mostly impressed by the food. We have been here for a week and eaten... More

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Canberra, Australia
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Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012 via mobile

Went there for lunch with a colleague. Service very slow and and meals evel slower. We were late back to work as a result. The owner / manager seemed fairly unconcerned or at least disinterested when I asked after our meal as we needed to get back to work. I also asked for a small variation to a meal --... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012
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Went to Caffe Lella for lunch, really great italian food. There was a little of a wait but service was really good, coffee was great and wonderful atmosphere in Green Square. Food was authentic italian we tried a bit of everything. Would recommend the whiting and ravioli. Gelato was also very refreshing. Will visit again when in Canberra.

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012

We waited for over half an hour for our breakfast we were starving and on a schedule so that lost us time. No apology from the staff and others who arrived after us got fed first. Seems they make sure the locals/regulars are fed first. The waitress didn't speak English well enough and kept asking us to repeat our order.... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 December 2011 via mobile

I waited 40 minutes for a meal that never arrived. After 30 mins, I went inside & asked for an update & they 'went to check'. However they didn't bother telling me anything. 10 mins later when I left they said "it was just coming" ie they'd forgotten it totally but couldn't be bothered telling me. They then charged me... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2011

Sat down on a busy Saturday morning and for 5 minutes the 2 young gentlemen waiters just ignored me and talked/laughed amongst themselves. So I left

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canberra
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2010
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Went to Caffe Lella on Mother's Day and had the best breakfast. The coffee was very good. Thank you.

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