I have been to this cafe a few times over the years as I'm a local and even though the food is average and overpriced, I like the atmosphere. I have brought my laptop many times to work here and paid approximately $30 for say...two coffees and breakfast while spending 1-2 hours at a table.
This morning my laptop charge was low, so I asked to move inside where I could plug into an electrical socket, near an inside table. Owner: Well, as long as you're not going to be here all day - Me: No just wanted to work for an hour or so. Owner: Well (pause) I suppose (pause) Okay then.
After this less than welcoming exchange, particularly after spending $29, I thought I'm just going to leave, and promptly forgot to pay. But then rushed back to do so when I realised. The whole experience made me feel very flat and bewildered.
There should be a sign 'No Laptops'.
In Berrima, there are many lovely cafes where the food is much better and not as expensive. So if you want to be in 2020 where people do sometimes work at cafes, then I recommend The General Store which has divine pastries or Gumnut Patisserie which has the best pies.
PS: The waitress who was new with the braids you did a fantastic job, and this is no reflection on you.More