Chez Dee

Open for only a few weeks Chez Dee is a brand new addition to the neighbourhood, but somehow this cosy cafe feels like it has been around forever, such is the welcome that envelopes you as soon as you step onto the front porch.

welcome home

Nestled into the corner of Kellet and Ward Ave this cafe / bar / general store is bursting with bounty: from  the fresh produce and flowers at the entrance; to the well stocked grocery selection; and the hearty breakfasts [perfect eggs] and healthy salads on offer for lunch.

guilt free snacks

And how about them cakes?  if it's a mid afternoon pick-up you're looking for you can't go past the mouthwatering sweet selection, married with a seriously good coffee or something equally enticing from the Tea Crate tea range [yes tea is taken seriously in this neck of the woods].

sticky sweet baklava

Pick a cosy nook inside, or out on the terrace, or sit at the communal table.....lingering is welcomed and the wi-fi is free! Alternatively, you could head upstairs to the Morrocan themed lounging area and invite a few friends to join you for high tea or a glass or organic wine.

Byron Woolfrey is the guy behind this operation and he comes with some serious 'foodie' credentials, having worked at The Fish Shop and Mrs G's - both part of the Merivale Empire.

Byron is more than happy to chat about the benefits of biodynamic wine, the yummy produce in the grocery section, or what's on the menu for breakfast lunch or dinner.  Chez Dee doesn't serve dinner on the premises, but they will happily pour you a wine while the kitchen staff package up something delicious for you to take home [pre-prepared!].

Housed in a fab corner terrace on what was the old TONIC Nightclub site, Chez Dee is the kind of corner store that every village needs - and even more importantly,  Byron, wife Nicola and business partner Denise are really keen to be an integral part of the neighbourhood. Plans are afoot for High Teas to be held upstairs in the lounge area; for flower arranging classes and tea appreciation nights; and whispers of guest-chef dinners at the communal dining table.

Now THAT'S neighbourly!

Right now, Chez Dee has a rotating exhibition of local artists hanging on the wall, an eclectic bunch of diners, and some hip cats who are itching to play some jazz on a saturday afternoon...[yes!]

My advice?  Head on down to Chez Dee before everyone else discovers this little gem... [if you ask real nice, Byron will tell you about the special offer for locals].

CHEZ DEE
62 Kellett St King Cross NSW 2011
(02) 8354 1544
Tues to Sun 8am–9pm