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Ninety Guest House & Coffee Bar

Updated 2026-08-14 · 2,270 reviewed · 300 listed · Scored from 170 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(170) 77 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Ninety Guest House & Coffee Bar
Services
Brunch & Western Cafe, Study & Laptop-Friendly Cafe, Cafe & Bakery
Reviews
170

What recent reviews say

Staff and guests consistently praise Ninety for its coffee, desserts, and warm service in a secluded, cozy setting. Regulars highlight the pesto pasta, rose latte, Kahlua tiramisu, and burnt cheesecake as standouts that keep them returning.

Brunch execution splits opinion: pesto prawn toast and pesto pasta earn strong marks, but some find breakfast sandwiches underwhelming (steamed bread) and mushroom dishes bland. Portions lean small. Pricing runs above typical cafe rates, though the guesthouse rooms and evening matcha pop-ups add texture to the overall experience.

Praised for
  • specialty coffee and drinks
  • desserts and cakes
  • cozy, welcoming atmosphere
  • friendly and attentive staff
  • good brunch and western mains
Watch-outs
  • small food portions
  • inconsistent brunch quality
  • prices on the high side
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Best for: Coffee and cake enthusiasts seeking a quiet retreat with brunch options.
Think twice if: Expect small portions and higher prices; brunch consistency varies, coffee and cakes are the stronger draw.

Strengths

  • specialty coffee and desserts widely praised
  • cozy, secluded atmosphere
  • staff known for local knowledge and warmth

Worth knowing

  • Staff member Harrison mentioned for local knowledge and helpfulness
  • Room #96 has a notable view
  • Thursday to Sunday evenings feature a car boot sale of matcha and freshly prepared mochi (operated separately from the cafe)
  • Burnt cheesecake with truffle is a signature dessert
  • Pesto prawn toast is a house specialty

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee Roasters
Coffee consistently praised as good; rose latte and general coffee quality earn high marks.
Cafe & Bakery
Desserts like Kahlua tiramisu and burnt cheesecake are regulars' favourites; cakes and pastries widely appreciated.
Brunch & Western Cafe
Pesto pasta and pesto prawn toast praised, but brunch consistency variable-some sandwiches underwhelming, mushroom dishes bland.
Study & Laptop-Friendly Cafe
Described as suitable for chilling and as hidden gem; cosy atmosphere supports working, though no explicit mention of wifi or tables.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.38 average across the 54 brunch & western cafe businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 67% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 72
Review volume 97
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 50
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

What time do the matcha and mochi sales happen?
Thursday to Sunday evenings, though these are run by a separate vendor, not the cafe owners.
Does it work as a quiet workspace?
Yes, reviewers call it a hidden gem good for chilling, though wifi and working facilities are not explicitly mentioned in reviews.

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Last updated 2026-08-14