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The Cove Dining

378 Great N Rd, Abbotsford NSW 2046, Australia

Recommended by 33 people

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Find The Cove Dining

378 Great N Rd, Abbotsford NSW 2046, Australia

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+61 2 9713 7896
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Cove Dining

Tucked inside a heritage building in Abbotsford, The Cove Dining pairs lush garden grounds with breezy veranda seating and Italian-accented cafe dining. Locals swear by the sunny outdoor tables overlooking neighbouring tennis courts for relaxed weekend mornings with the dog. Tables easily fill with towering high tea tiers of arancini, finger sandwiches, and freshly baked scones with homemade jam. The daytime kitchen sends out plates of house corn fritters with poached eggs, alongside bowls of pumpkin ravioli cooked al dente.

  • Heritage garden setting: Heritage architecture opens to shaded garden grounds and veranda views over tennis courts, offering dog-friendly outdoor tables.
  • Showers & milestone celebrations: High tea packages and communal party feasts feature arancini, finger sandwiches, and warm house-baked scones.
  • Daytime Italian cafe plates: Italian-influenced brunch and lunch menus range from house corn fritters to al dente pumpkin ravioli and ragu.
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Why Choose The Cove Dining

Why guests choose The Cove Dining for garden gatherings, celebrations, and relaxed daytime dining

  • Stress-Free Milestone Celebrations

    Mirko and the team coordinate celebrations seamlessly with tailored high tea selections, accommodating service, and dedicated arrangements for baby showers and milestone birthdays.

    They were so accommodating and everything ran smoothly for my high tea baby shower.

    bel

  • Attentive Group Hosting

    Whether hosting a large party with a generous group feast or a bridal gathering, staff deliver attentive hospitality that leaves hosts and guests thoroughly cared for.

    Staff are exceptional and looked after us very well.

    Online Mom

  • Heritage Garden Atmosphere

    Set in a heritage-listed hall framed by lush gardens and a scenic veranda, guests enjoy a tranquil green escape that feels tucked away from urban rush.

    heritage building with lush gardens creating a charming and relaxing atmosphere.

    Trevor Macleod

  • Spacious, Unhurried Verandas and Grounds

    Spacious table layouts both indoors and outdoors in the backyard offer uncrowded room to unwind with friends, family, and dogs.

    I really liked that there was ample space between each of the tables and it was really spacious.

    Map Roy

  • Signature Fresh-Baked Scones

    Crafted fresh daily, signature scones arrive warm, light, and buttery with jam and cream as a centerpiece of breakfast, brunch, and high tea menus.

    The scones are next-level good, light and buttery with the perfect crumb.

    Della Della

  • Italian-Influenced Kitchen Specialties

    Beyond standard cafe fare, the kitchen serves fresh Italian dishes from al dente ravioli and rich ragu to daytime favorites paired with specialty coffee.

    Pumpkin ravioli and pasta with ragu were both al dente, which can be hard to find!

    cara carbank

Signature high tea packages and daytime staples enjoyed in the heritage garden setting.

  • High Tea

    The high tea was delicious with the loveliest scones.

    Alexandra Clarence

  • Scones

    The scones are next-level good, light and buttery with the perfect crumb.

    Della Della

  • Pumpkin Ravioli

    Pumpkin ravioli and pasta with ragu were both al dente, which can be hard to find!

    cara carbank

  • Ricotta Pancakes

    super cosy and comforting place to relax and have yummy brunch, i would come back again!!

    Keisha Varella

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate milestone celebrations and garden dining

  • Cake Stand Lending for Off-Site Celebrations

    When schedule constraints prevented celebrating on-site, the team packed high tea treats into takeaway boxes with tea bags, homemade jam, and cream, even lending their own cake stands so the event could be staged at home.

  • Tailored Milestone & Shower Coordination

    The team and manager Mirko personally coordinate bespoke event formats, from tailored high tea menus for baby showers to custom group feast packages for milestone birthdays.

  • Generously Spaced Multi-Generational Setting

    Well-spaced dining tables across the lush garden backyard and airy indoor heritage hall ensure ample room to breathe, comfortably hosting multi-generational families with elderly guests and canine companions.

  • Signature Scratch-Made Scone Ritual

    Freshly baked scones are crafted light and buttery with the perfect crumb, served alongside house-made jam and cream as a dedicated staple across high tea tiers and casual brunch.

Before you head over

Practical tips on booking, high tea arrangements, and timing for your visit to The Cove Dining.

  • Book Ahead

    Tables fill up quickly across the heritage grounds and leafy backyard, so reserve a table ahead of your visit to guarantee seating.

  • Order High Tea in Advance

    If you are planning to enjoy their signature high tea experience, ensure you order it in advance when making your group or afternoon booking.

  • Note Saturday Kitchen Hours

    The kitchen closes for afternoon orders around 2:00 PM on Saturdays, so arrive well before then to place your food order comfortably.

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