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USD 3 - USD 17
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Cafe, Australian
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Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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Reviewed 4 May 2021 via mobile

An okay “vege bowl” & coffee $30!!!! Not much choice for a vegetarian. Far too expensive. Staff & management very friendly. Good coffee. Ok bowl.

Date of visit: May 2021
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Reviewed 14 December 2020 via mobile

The Moody Chef has become a regular breakfast, coffee break, lunch over the last two years whenever I visit St Leonard’s on business. Try the salad with kimchi, so delicious! Consistent good service, always reliable.

Date of visit: December 2020
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Reviewed 24 October 2020

Ordered takeaway. Great coffee. Extensive menu with slight tweaks in the traditional in a good way. Open 7 days unlike most cafes in the St Leonards area. Great service. My new favourite cafe for brekky in St Leonards area

Date of visit: October 2020
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Reviewed 20 August 2020

I eat here quite a bit and the food is always high quality and the staff amazing. I have never in 16 years had a bad meal here. high quality always guaranteed! they keep the restaurant changing and interesting! Moody Chef is a credit to...St Leonards!More

Date of visit: August 2020
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Reviewed 11 July 2020 via mobile

Great food, generous portions and good service. I love the pasta, the burger and the bowls are always tasty. I’ve tried their dirty chai last time and it was delicious too!

Date of visit: July 2020
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784georged, Owner at The Moody Chef, responded to this reviewResponded 12 July 2020

Thanks Erika always welcome 👏👏

Reviewed 10 July 2020 via mobile

This place is great. The food is so fresh and bursting with flavour. I definitely recommend the salad choices and choosing your protein. I felt light and healthy afterwards. The decor is modern and cafe sparkling clean. The staff were super friendly. Big shout out...to Al - great with kids!More

Date of visit: July 2020
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784georged, Owner at The Moody Chef, responded to this reviewResponded 12 July 2020

Thank you for sharing and great to hear all was enjoyed ! Always welcome at The Moody Chef

Reviewed 4 June 2020

The food is alway cooked to perfection. The service is quick and everyone is so welcoming. I would definitely recommend this cafe to anyone. It is by far one of the best cafe in Sydney in my opinion. The coffee is fast and the menu...is delicious and fresh.More

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Date of visit: May 2020
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784georged, Owner at The Moody Chef, responded to this reviewResponded 13 June 2020

Thanks Em for visiting The Moody Chef always welcome 😉

Reviewed 2 June 2020

I live across the road and am close to lots of excellent cafe options, but The Moody Chef is always reliable and excellent. The food is always divine and they do great coffee too.

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Date of visit: June 2020
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Reviewed 27 March 2020

Pacific Diner Suggest you find out what the locals already know yes it’s that good. Good healthy food, great salads and you won’t leave hungry like some salad bars. My local contacts clearly wanted this restaurant as there first choice now I know why

Date of visit: February 2020
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Reviewed 30 October 2019

I hosted a Birthday Party at my home and ordered two large salads for 16 people. They were absolutely delicious and everyone was very complimentary of both the presentation and the variety and freshness of everything in them. I picked them up on Saturday and...they were still perfect for Sunday. Thanks George, made my day a breeze.More

Date of visit: October 2019
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Reviewed 24 October 2019 via mobile

We came across this restaurant by accident when we needed a quick lunch. We were delighted by the fresh attractive decor and impressed by the excellent service. We ordered a toasted sandwich cut in half to share and had it served on two separate plates...with very attractive presentation. Used plates were removed discreetly and efficiently. The food was delicious and the service friendly. Highly recommended.More

Date of visit: October 2019
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Reviewed 12 September 2019

I had lunch here and at first the menu was a bit overwhelming, my friend and I chose the bowl with the green tea noodles (sound weird) with grilled chicken. If only all healthy food tasted like this! Lost of greens, beans, asparagus + some...others. Service was quick too as this was a lunch time visit. I would go here again definitely beats your usual lunchtime fare.More

Date of visit: September 2019
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Reviewed 20 August 2019

I live on the street, and actually used to work here. I still try my hardest to go every week the experience is that good. Good coffee, and food that keeps me coming back. There are plenty of cafe's in the area, I promise you...Moody's the one .More

Date of visit: August 2019
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Reviewed 12 August 2019

The Moody Chef was a winner with my partner and I for brunch last weekend! Starting with the amazing service from our friendly waiter Al and owner George, to the fresh and delicious brekkie, coffee and cold-pressed juice we were served. The café had a...great vibe and aesthetic. Will definitely be back again soon :)More

Date of visit: August 2019
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Reviewed 3 August 2019

Don’t be fooled by the name! We saw no Gordon Ramsey style rants of any kind from the MoodyChef kitchen...but we did see some truly delicious meals during our stay. In Sydney for surgery at the nearby Royal North Shore Hospital, the Moody Chef became...a regular for us. Great breakfast, lunch and some amazing treats to take back to out apartment for later. Would thoroughly recommend the Moody Chef and looking forward to returning soon.More

Date of visit: August 2019
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Yes, The Moody Chef offers takeaway services.

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The Moody Chef is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4