Cafe 99 - North Adelaide

The Japanese Hibachi restaurant on Melbourne St wasn't open so we decided on Cafe 99. At first glance it didn't look too appealing. Decor was in need of a serious upgrade, and the table we sat at, hadn't been cleared. HOWEVER, we both ordered the seafood laksa and were not disappointed. Prawns, calamari, tofu, and surprisingly carrot, baby corn and broccoli, bean shoots and noodles of course. We asked for mild,........ and it was spot on :-D. Wasn't overpowering, nor was it a gigantic bowlful. The price, who cares, it was worth it, as the dish was absolutely delicious (medium range price). This was a late lunch, and we didn't expect to get served by the cook. If you are up that way, it is definitely worth the trip.

Have been here a couple of times and they are really friendly and the food is nice. Price is also good. Will definitely go again.

This small place makes you feel that you are in Vietnam - the Bun bo hue and Pho are really very good and they have an excellent range of very fresh salads. The chef is very friendly and sometimes comes out to chat.

Take the free bus to Melbourne St and walk east. Café 99 is small unremarkable establishment with great food, including vegetarian. Terrific laksa, curry, Pho and spring rolls. Nothing is cheap in Australia, but 99 is a good deal for flavorful food, and with much better and bigger portions than Sukhumvit Soi 38, which charges $3 for rice to accompany your curry. Go for late lunch as they close at 5.

Fair Espresso has been my go to cafe for the last few years.