It’s a tall order to juggle three menus at once, but the recent launch of the new café menu at Seven Licensed Restaurant in Wentworth Falls means that from Thursday to Sunday you can enjoy a leisurely breakfast or lunch, with both on offer all day.

The atmosphere is warm and relaxed, the service attentive and friendly, and the food
generous and flavourful.

I sampled their gourmet beef burger and the vegetable pot pie - both dishes are café classics, so I had some expectations before being served. The burger was mouth-watering, stuffed with prime beef, rich caramelised onions and fresh salad. I added options of bacon and cheese to suit my taste, and with the crisp beer-battered potato chips on the side, it was just what I needed.

The vegetable pie came to the table steaming under a golden pastry crust, with an aromatic blend of spices and richly-sauced with coconut cream. It was accompanied perfectly with the house-made tomato relish, which I think the Chef should bottle for sale.

Even the salad was crisp and fresh - all too often these days dishes seem to arrive with a side of compost! Not at Seven.

Dessert was another classic - Tiramisu (no need to explain). Served in a latte glass, it delivered the moist and rich experience that goes perfectly with a well-made coffee – another café staple Seven has mastered.

I feel there’s an honesty about an open kitchen like Seven’s - glance up the back and you can see the chefs hard at work preparing your meal. It’s a marvel what they produce in such a small space.

The dining room is comfortable and inviting, with well-spaced tables so you won’t feel crowded. There is also a ‘people watching’ bench along the front window where you can perch over coffee and a newspaper for as long as you want.

Seven accommodates under-12s with an approachable kid’s brunch menu (as they do
for dinner). Don’t forget that this venue is also licensed - the wine list is modest and extremely well-priced, with a selection from local producers and around the world. Why not settle in for a long lunch one day?

After that you’ll want to sample their dinner menu by booking a table between Tuesday and Saturday nights. I know I will be ...

Seven Licensed Restaurant 7 Station Street Wentworth Falls www.sevenrestaurant.com.au 4757 4997.