Frankly My Dear Coffee

Love this little find in Katoomba in the Blue Mtns, on the main street near the roundabout (woolworths end) it serves some delicious GF food, my husband and I tried the gf avo smash bagel and the gf salmon bagel - was really lovely, the coffee was excellent even though I normally have vanilla syrup in my coffee and they dont have syrups. Spotted the gf chocolate marshmallow cookies on the counter and some other gf items, but ended up trying the gf banana bread with espresso butter! Best banana bread I've ever had. The butter was delicious and they actually stir in an espresso into the butter and whip it together - really good. As far as coffee spots go in Katoomba I really struggle to recommend anything but Frankly My Dear Coffee - or simply Frankly on the window/front is one I'd definitely recommend. We went with friends who are not gf and they had the tumeric latte, rhubard and pistachio croissant and one had the salmon bagel non gf version with pickles and crisps and the other had the berry schmear (cream cheese). They enjoyed their food and they are coffee connoisseurs and loved their filter coffee, etc. for those that are also into their coffee it was an ethiopian roast and it was lovely. We are not coeliac so I'm not sure on the topic of cross-contamination, but I read a statement that said they do try but there are gluten foods also in the cafe. I give one less star for atmosphere because it is on the main road in Katoomba we had a great spot on a table that is under cover and just off the footpath and what would otherwise be the doorway of another shop - however unfortunately there is a bus stop just out front so you get regular buses stopping and idling at the bus stop which I always find annoying at a cafe.

Back then when i needed coffee around Katoomba area before driving to Sydney. I had mocha (yeah that's just how quick i changed my mind from espresso or cappuccino).

The staff made sure about coffee was all i ordered but then again, the bagel menu suddenly seemed interesting so i had one. And instead of having them as take away like how i planned it to be, i had a dine in instead.

Anyway their tagline that i just read because i was making this post is right

"Damn good specialty coffee
Damn good bagels"

#FranklyMyDearCoffee #Katoomba
#NewSouthWales

Whilst on our little Blue Mountains getaway, we were on the hunt for good coffee as always. We were recommended to try Frankly My Dear Coffee in Katoomba.

It is a cute little spot, on trend with pastel hues and a small shelf selling coffee equipment and beans.

The specialty coffee shop serves up reubenhills beans, which is one we often enjoy. There’s also a good range of sweet treats and bagels too.

I had a butterscotch latte, and Kurt had his regular. They also had a super interesting “speculatte”. I will leave the intrigue there and you can also ask what it is. That’s for me to order next time!

Do yourself a favour and pay this cafe a visit.

Delicious...
Had breakfast here this morning and found it to be excellent.
Beetroot cured salmon tartine was super delicious.
Coffee is nice and not bitter.
The service was really friendly and prompt.
I would recommend this as one of the better breakfast establishments in the Blue Mountains.
I will return here in the future.

We had breakfast here on Saturday and it was some of the best food I've had in months. By far the best breakfast I've had yet in the Blue Mountains. I highly recommend the veg bowl and the liquorice bread.
The house hot sauce is delicious and a very generous serve.
We will be returning for sure.
Delicious!

Breakfast.
Super fast service
Easy to order using the online menu.
Tried the special coffee of the week which was from Newcastle very tasty.
Overall well done

Re visited 2022, seems they only do bagels now, limited food menu however very consistently high quality. Still great coffee

We went here for breakfast after a night staying in the blue mountains- we are massive coffee and food snobs and this did not disappoint at all!!! The butterscotch latte was incredible and the Liquorice bread was so good - I am wondering whether making another four hour round trip from Sydney just to have it again the next day is excessive? 😋 We also had the burger and avo toast- both of which were delicious! And the staff were very lovely too. Will definitely be back on our next trip.

Cool music & soft pastel tones are complimented by polite and professional staff.
Butterscotch latte is a must try, but the real winner was the textural crunch of the toasted side of the delicious bagel. Mostly positive but mixed reviews, so very glad we came.

Just awesome! Came here yesterday just for takeaway coffee which was delicious and today we sat down to have breakfast! Very yummy but not traditional dishes! (which we really appreciated) Awesome homemade pickles etc! Service super friendly, efficient and attentive!

Really wonderful coffee shop, best in all of Katoomba and perhaps the wider Blue Mountains region too! It has great quality coffee with an excellent barista. They use good beans and also sell a wide variety of beans too. Frankly My Dear Coffee also has a larger menu, in addition to smaller takeaway items such as an impressively large, moist and delicious Portuguese Tarts!!

Warm service, delightful and informative waitstaff and baristas. The welcoming pastel hues will brighten your day a little! Try the butterscotch latté (it's not too sweet) and the banana bread with espresso butter really hits the spot. If you're looking for something more substantial, try the bagels! A excellent representation of quality third wave coffee experience.

Yummo! The best apple and walnut croissant- toasted and delicious. Coffee was great and got a fancy bagel to takeaway and eat on my hike. I’ll be back!

Good coffee, friendly staff, gluten free options. Thanks for initiating my favourite Canadians to Vegemite. He definitely got through that whole little dish of it...Double thumbs up, cheers guys!

Best bagel I have had in years.
Had the smoked salmon and cream cheese delicious.
My friend had the Rueben also said it was great.
Single Origin coffee was perfect
Will be back

By far the best cafe we found during our blue mountains adventure. Good coffee, nice milkshake, I enjoyed the toastie. The burger wasn't a standout though. Busy with lots of friendly staff. Drinks should have come before the food, but the boys in the kitchen were very efficient.

A busy cafe in the main street of Katoomba that still had time to provide friendly and welcoming service. Had the salmon bagel and the smashed avo bagel which were great but the highlight was the licorice bread served hot with butter. Great coffee was the icing on the cake.

Butterscotch latte ($7) and licorice bread ($7) were my highlights. Cute cafe.

Mocha with oatmilk ($7+1) was slightly too bitter

One of my go to Cafe's when visiting the blue mountains. With great coffee and delicious food you can't go wrong.
Would recommend

Stopped in post Covid for a late breakfast. After perusing the menu we settled on three avo's on toast (homeownership is not on the horizon) a Frankie's toastie and a chickpea burger (not sure if it's name). We also had a round of coffees. The coffees were delicious though not on the strong side, if that is your taste I would recommend asking for a double.
All five meals arrived at the table together (always appreciated) and were delicious. I could not finish my toastie as the sour dough slices on which it was made were massive. I would visit again. All the best.

Is there a better coffee in the mountains… I certainly haven’t found one!
Attention to detail appears key with staff admirably serving the busy throng of customers rightfully popping in to dine or takeaway.
Today I enjoyed a Reuben bagel, juice and a superb double espresso, all fabulous and made more so by the super-friendly staff!