Overview

Fingal Bay Cafe & Take Away stands as a beacon for those craving authentic Australian takeout on the serene shores of Fingal Bay, NSW. Nestled conveniently at 4 Market Street, this spot blends fast, friendly service with a menu that feels like a warm reminder of classic coastal fare.

The café’s offerings are centered around hearty, well-crafted meals that cater to locals, beachgoers, and visitors alike. Their hallmark range includes succulent seafood baskets and family-sized fish and chips, delivering fresh catches fried or grilled to golden perfection. For burger lovers, the bacon and egg hamburger and old-school corner-shop style burgers bring nostalgic satisfaction through simple, quality ingredients and generous portions.

Breakfast enthusiasts will appreciate the “Breakfast All Wrapped Up” option—a portable feast that fuels early adventures or recovery from a morning swim at the nearby beach. The steak sandwich and schnitzel with chips and salad extend the menu with comfort foods that hold their own in taste and freshness.

The coffee experience here complements the food with barista-made classics from flat whites to long blacks, enhanced by options like soy milk and coffee flavoring that show attention to detail. Reviewers consistently praise the coffee quality alongside the meals, making it a well-rounded stop for a quick bite or a casual meet-up.

Patrons highlight the friendliness and efficiency of the staff, whose attentiveness helps manage the rush during peak seasons without compromising on warmth or quality. The café’s proximity to essential local spots like the IGA, a bottle shop, and the juice bar, plus its access to the beach, create a lively hub that feels both convenient and welcoming.

Fingal Bay Cafe & Take Away clearly targets not just locals but visitors seeking fresh, satisfying takeout with a touch of old-school charm. The overwhelmingly positive feedback—ranging from glowing pie accolades to enthusiasm for their seafood and burgers—attests to a kitchen that respects tradition while delivering consistent quality.

In short, for anyone journeying through Fingal Bay, this café is an essential stop. The mix of classic Aussie flavours, generous servings, and a beachside atmosphere makes it not only a place to grab a meal but a part of the local experience itself.


Amenities & Services

Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Quick bite
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Atmosphere
Casual

What Customers Say

Desmoun Thompson
Sep 7,2025
5/5
BEST PIES IN NSW I've had a lot of pies around Sydney and these are the best I've had. Pastry is perfectly soft but maintains structure and filling is generous, tender and flavour. Mainly making this review so I can find this place again in the future
Chris Riley
Sep 7,2025
5/5
Absolutely the best Jalapeño n Cheese pies anywhere in Australia, hands down, bar none. I’ve had good ones before, quite a few from all over the place including full throttle, lil birdy and Shmoakseys, as well as various country and city bakeries all up the east coast and these are just next level. We always stock up when we can get there because they really ate the best. Everything i have had from here has been good tho. Really big, good quality burgers, bacon and egg rolls, fish n chips etc.
P da Silva
Sep 7,2025
5/5
Old school corner shop burgers! If you happen by Fingal Bay and want a good burger, stop here. It gets a little busy given it's the only takeaway shop but it's worth the wait. The burgers taste fresh, good ingredients and like an old school corner shop burger. The best!
Brock Harrison
Sep 7,2025
5/5
Great range of food, very fresh, well staffed and very polite and efficient. Coffee is amazing, quality is very high, close to IGA, a bottle shop and Bar, juice bar and the beach!! Hamburger was delicious, seafood very fresh, pies are awesome, homemade scallops the best!!
Kristie Lea
Sep 7,2025
5/5
We visit this takeaway often when in the Nelson bay/Shoal Bay Area. The best Aussie takeaway by far. Never had a bad meal from here. Expect a longer wait time during the holiday season as they are very popular. I normally order and then head to the beach for a quick swim or call and order before hand. Highly recommend!
Jonathon Marriott
Sep 7,2025
5/5
The food is always great here, and the service is friendly. Serving sizes are spot-on and price is pretty good. And they have Sprocket coffee which is great for a takeaway!

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Location

Opening Hours

Monday 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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