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Girdlers Café - Avalon
Shop 1/1-5 Hilltop Rd, Avalon Beach NSW 2107, Australia
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Shop 1/1-5 Hilltop Rd, Avalon Beach NSW 2107, Australia
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Tucked away in Avalon, Girdlers pairs sun-filtered gum tree deck dining with fresh brunch plates and specialty wellness drinks. Patrons swap standard morning fry-ups for cauliflower shakshuka flanked by roasted potatoes, customizable poke bowls, and light prosciutto crêpes. Gluten-free and vegan adaptations extend across the entire kitchen, while dogs lounge under the covered timber canopy beside fresh water bowls. Mornings finish over spiced cocoa laced with espresso or a smooth oat milk cappuccino.
- Covered Gum Tree Deck: Canopied outdoor seating surrounded by native gum trees accommodates dogs with water bowls in all weather.
- Dietary-Inclusive Dining: Dietary-conscious plates feature cauliflower shakshuka, savory crêpes, and poke bowls with dedicated vegan and gluten-free adaptations.
What's On at Girdlers Café - Avalon
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose Girdlers Café - Avalon
Why Avalon locals and coastal visitors choose Girdlers for wholesome dining and restorative deck gatherings
Dedicated Wholesome & Allergen-Friendly Menus
Girdlers provides tailored vegan, gluten-free, and wholesome options across dishes like Cauliflower Shakshuka, smashed avo, and house-made crêpes.
Not only are the vegan, and for me, gluten free options, second to none, the oat milk cappuccino and coconut milk hot chocolate are absolutely first rate
Trish Haywood Crafted Specialty & Wellness Beverages
Beverages are crafted with specialty care, ranging from organic coffees to coconut matchas and real spiced cocoa with espresso shots.
Have had multiple drinks here - hot and cold. Food is nourishing and prepared with love. Great for people who are conscious about what they consume.
Reece Fernandez Restorative Coastal Sanctuary
The setting among coastal gum trees creates an effortless, unhurried space where guests comfortably linger longer than planned.
This is the kind of place you come for breakfast or lunch and accidentally stay longer than planned. Simple done well. Colourful and meets art.
Spiritual Scientist Amani Welcoming Community Happy Place
A genuinely attentive team and joyful atmosphere cultivate a familiar community sanctuary for regulars and visitors alike.
most Sunday lunchtimes we can be found at Girdler’s at Avalon, it’s our happy place for great food in wonderful ambience.
Trish Haywood Sun-Filtered Covered Dining Deck
Outdoor dining on a tree-framed deck features an overhead canopy diffusing coastal sunlight while providing shelter across all weather.
The outdoor seating is great with an overhead cover that diffuses the light and gives protection from sun and rain.
Nina Beilby Native Gum Tree Canopy & Pet Hospitality
Dining flows naturally out into fresh coastal air and native gum trees, warmly accommodating four-legged family members with fresh water bowls.
Sitting on the deck in the sunshine with fresh air and surrounded by beautiful gum trees is pure pleasure.
Trish Haywood
Most popular items
Health-conscious brunch favourites and signature dishes
Smashed Avo
My fave dish is the Smashed Avo on gluten free toast
Trish Haywood Cauliflower Shakshuka
hubby loves the Cauliflower Shakshuka with the roasted-to-perfection, potatoes on the side, in the cooler months.
Trish Haywood Bacon and Egg Roll
The bacon and egg roll is by far the best in Avalon.
Michael Fisher Double Trouble Tacos
I recommend the Ruby Rose and Double Trouble tacos!
naka
Other favorites
Wellness-oriented hot beverages and specialty drink options
Oat Milk Cappuccino
the oat milk cappuccino and coconut milk hot chocolate are absolutely first rate, in fact, the best we’ve experienced in Sydney.
Trish Haywood Coconut Milk Hot Chocolate
the oat milk cappuccino and coconut milk hot chocolate are absolutely first rate
Trish Haywood Coconut Matcha
A coconut matcha, and a goodtella treat are my favourite recommendations x
Brigitte Francis Spiced Cocoa
If you come, the spiced cocoa and a shot of espresso will be a treat.
Reece Fernandez
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality details and dietary care that enhance the coastal dining experience.
Pet Hospitality on the Deck
Guests bringing their dogs onto the deck are welcomed with fresh water provided for their pets.
Customisable Wholefood Bowls
Diners can build and modify poke bowls to their liking by swapping out fresh ingredients.
Whole-Spice Brewed Chai Service
Chai orders arrive prepared the traditional way with real whole spices and an individual tabletop strainer.
Wholesome Dedicated Kids Menu
The children's menu is designed around wholesome, nutritious meals rather than standard processed cafe junk food.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you bring dogs, and what is the outdoor seating like?
Yes, dogs are welcome on the outdoor covered deck, where staff provide bowls of water. The deck is sheltered overhead from sun and rain and surrounded by native gum trees.
Are there vegan and gluten-free menu options?
The café accommodates dietary preferences with dedicated vegan and gluten-free choices, such as smashed avocado on gluten-free toast, cauliflower shakshuka, poke bowls with swappable ingredients, and alternative milks like oat and coconut.
How does ordering work at the café?
Counter service is in place, meaning you place your order and pay directly at the till before taking your seat.
Do you need a booking or should you expect a wait during peak times?
Weekends and peak brunch periods often draw crowds, occasionally resulting in waits or fully booked tables. Turning up as a walk-in is possible, but planning ahead helps during busy morning hours.
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