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Continental Cafe

Barker Street, New Farm, Brisbane, Queensland 4005, Australia
(07) 3254 0377
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Ranked #54 of 1,400 restaurants in Brisbane
Price range: RM0 - RM66
Cuisines: Continental
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, After-hours
Restaurant details
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, After-hours
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Brisbane, Australia
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3 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Excellent atmosphere, charming host, delicious food. This restaurant is very consistent and changes the menu with the seasons so it is never boring. Try a Kir Royale for a nice start to the evening.

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Brisbane, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

I come to the Continental on a fairly regular basis. I would say it is above average for food, and atmosphere. Not top notch, but reasonable food, and reasonably priced. Crème brulee is fantastic.

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Byron Bay, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

A mid week hunger trully satisfied by a wide menu selection of hearty Continental cuisine (with offal selection!) in an unpretentious setting, attentive staff and good wine selection. Set in Brisbane, ideal if you don't wish to travel overseas for a taste of Europe.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

We had a main each and a dessert each. The size of the portions were very reasonable. My wife's meal looked and tasted quiet nice with good acidity and balance of flavours. I ordered the steak. My steak was not the most tender most likely due to the fact that it was rump. The sides were good portioned and good... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2013

I returned to this old favourite with a girlfriend for lunch last Thursday and wondered why I had been lured away to other offerings in the last few years. It was like visiting an old friend, same familiar decor, attentive service and European infuenced food with nothing `trendy' going on. This cafe has been here for over 20 years which... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2013

food is consistently good as is service. it is often our first choice for a meal, whether lunch or dinner.

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Brisbane, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2013

17/10/2012 - "More than comfort food" There are those days when you're just minding your own business and you come upon a place that you've always wanted to try (but never got around to). Well, this was one of those days, strolling around New Farm mid-week, enjoying the sunny weather, intending to visit Chouquette (the french boulangerie and patisserie) but... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2013

I've been going to Continental Cafe on and off for about 10 years and have always found their food and service to be excellent. Oliver who runs it is pleasant and helpful and will always go above and beyond to please. It is unpretentious and comfortable whilst still giving an elegant dining experience. I recently had my wedding dinner (of... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

We've been going to the Continental Cafe now for many many years, breakfast, lunch, dinner and special occasions, and have NEVER had a bad experience. The high quality of the food, and service has remained consistent and reliable and whenever we can't make up our mind where to go we always end up at the Continental Cafe as we know... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2012

a little expensive when compared to all the other restaurants in the area, but its very professionally run, quality presentation , good service , so worth it for a special occasion

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