Abby's Burgers 'n' Beers

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The burgers are NOT better at Hungry Jacks. But I will say I recently experienced what Marshall and Ted from hit TV series How I Met Your Mother describe as a 'burgasm', the best burger in town. It wasn't from a restaurant with a red door, it wasn't from the chicken shop but it was from new local restaurant "Abby's Burgers and Beers". Owner, Abby, welcomes in guests with open arms - literally. Larger than life he sells his burgers in a convincing and unexpected manner. He doesn't brag about the high quality beef or the zesty special burger sauce; but he asks how your day has been, why you are there tonight and what he can do to make your meal, at his restaurant, an unforgettable experience. 

The competitive nature of local companies has meant the focus of marketing strategy has changed from a personal and friendly manner to one of efficiency and productivity. Burgers and Beers was refreshingly personal. It felt like I was at a restaurant I had been at a thousand times before, and having a relationship with the owners and manages gives customers a sense of privilege - a marketing strategy long forgotten in modern consumer relations. 

The burgers were actually very amazing, but what stood out most was that the whole experience, from the moment we walked in to when we paid the bill - it was special. It wasn't a large restaurant and it may not have won a thousand big awards (although the special burger sauce probably deserves an award) but restaurant dining should be about more than just the food and at this place it definitely is! 

Address: 2/235 Mona Vale Rd, St Ives, NSW 2075

Contact: 02 9488 8888

Food Styles and Specialities: Lunch, Dinner and Late

Access: Easy access parking lot around the back of the shops. 

The Point Cafe- Wamberal, Central Coast

The other day I visited The Point Cafe situated on the upper level of the Wamberal Surf Club on the Central Coast. The Cafe was so busy that I had to be sat on a waiting lounge for 10 minutes before being moved to an empty table. I definitely think that the Cafe needs to utilise more of the space on that storey of the surf club. Despite this, other option are arriving early or reserving a table which they allow you to do. After being given the menu I realised that the meals on offer were just a bit out of the price range I was willing to pay for breakfast. Luckily I was visiting with a regular customer who knew that the cafe offered some cheaper and more simple meals not written on the menu. Once the staff had revealed their miscommunication through several different waitresses repeatedly asking us if we had been served, a large serving of bacon and eggs on turkish bread arrived at the price of only $8, up to $20 cheaper than some of the other meals- unless you just want a small breakfast of toasted banana bread or turkish fruit toast for only $4.50.

Despite the busyness of the cafe that seemingly overwhelmed the staff, the service was very caring, the food was delicious and nothing could beat the panoramic views of Wamberal beach.

The Point Cafe Wamberal.
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Address: 1 Dover Road, Wamberal, (above Wamberal Surf Club)

Food Styles and Specialities: Breakfast and Lunch

Trading Hours: Monday - Thursday, 8am - 3pm. Friday - Sunday, 7am - 3pm

Services: Eat in, Family friendly

Access: Easy access for private transport due to the large Surf Club carpark, just below and to the left of the cafe. Public transport is also a viable option with a bus stop situated a mere 100m away from the cafe.

Contact:

For inquiries and bookings phone- 4385 8841

Email- wamberal@pointcafe.com.au

Website- http://pointcafe.com.au/point-cafe-wamberal