Hey there, fellow coffee-loving parents and families on the hunt for a delightful spot to unwind and share some good food with your little ones! We’ve stumbled upon a hidden gem that we’re absolutely thrilled to share with you – Macchinetta Coffee House. Nestled in an unassuming little cluster of shops on Grange Rd at Henley Beach, this place is a true find. If we don’t spill the beans (pun intended), you might never discover this trendy, high-quality haven for families.
Walking into Macchinetta, you’ll be greeted by an airy, leafy space that’s bright and charming by the light of day with a food menu that is genuinely superb. It’s perfect for families with space for both prams and highchairs. The ideal pitstop if you’re heading to the beach for a stroll, or simply looking for a cosy coffee date with friends and your favourite little companions.
Macchinetta opened its doors in early 2020 and has been serving up a mouthwatering array of options for breakfast, brunch, and lunch seven days a week. Their high quality food is accompanied by some of the best coffee in Adelaide, or if you prefer, a glass of wine. Owners Teresa and Joe have truly mastered the art of impressing not only adults but going the extra mile to ensure our little ones have a blast too. A hit with our daughter was the kids’ grazing platter. The platter generally features ham, cheese, pretzels, marshmallows, and, most importantly, fairy bread (and yes, adults can totally order this too!). The fruit selection changes slightly with the seasons, but you’ll always have the choice of cold milk or a babyccino, plus a juice. We loved that it’s reasonably priced too, and would much rather our kids eat this than nuggets and chips (again!). Seriously, this was one of the cutest little kids plates I’ve seen and Miss 4 obviously agreed judging by the smile and the fact that she devoured it!
The coffee selection is nothing short of impressive and rest assured, alternative milk options are available to suit dietary requirements. For those who are feeling extra sweet, the glass display cabinet offers mouth-watering pastries and delicious cakes to satisfy every taste. World-class coffee is made all the better when paired with a delectable brunch. The menu at Macchinetta is fairly broad and is all made fresh to offer. Spoilt for choice but a sucker for a little fiery twist, we opted for Chilli Scrambled Eggs. Cooked to perfection and presented beautifully, we weren’t disappointed. For something healthy, try the Granola Bowl – seasonal fruit, yoghurt, coconut, honey and passionfruit – yum! A great amount of thought has been given to the sourcing of local produce, from fresh fruit and veg or meat and seafood and that always makes us happy!
Parking was super easy, tables were well spaced out and every thing about this little place screams “Book a visit with the bestie or plan a lazy family weekend breakfast ASAP.” Better yet, drop the older kids off at school and meet the other mums for a cup of coffee or two.
On the run, grab a takeaway – you’ll thank us later!
Macchinetta Coffee House
Location: Shop 1a, 528 Grange Road, Henley Beach Adelaide, SA, Australia 5022
Opening Hours:
Monday | 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday |6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday| 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday | 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday | 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday | 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday | 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
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