It looks like a beach kiosk turned into a cafe, right next to a huge playground with a flying fox so perfect for families.

I’ve been to Rick Stein at Mollymook but this was my first time to the Port Stephens location.

Cheeseburger spring rolls - these were no Ms G’s but pretty good Port Stephens version.

Spot sea animals from your table on the marina.

We had a group dining setup in one of the stunning private dining rooms.

Down an alleyway or two sits Hardware Société, it’s a little hard to find!

It was my choice for brekkie so I took the gang to Eggslut located in The Cosmo.