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Cafe Froot

36B Semaphore Rd, Semaphore SA 5019, Australia

Recommended by 36 people

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36B Semaphore Rd, Semaphore SA 5019, Australia

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+61 8 8242 7919
HoursMonday: 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM Thursday: 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM Friday: 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM Saturday: 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM Sunday: 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Cafe Froot

A breezy beachside staple on Semaphore Road, Cafe Froot delivers massive breakfast plates, brisk coffee, and genuine neighborhood warmth. Owner Phil works the room without pause, trading footy chat with regulars while dishing out fluffy pancakes and breakfast wraps big enough to feed two. Patrons at the pavement tables spread out with dogs and the morning paper over plates of crispy corn fritters and grilled halloumi.

  • Hands-On Hospitality: Owner Phil anchors the front-of-house, running footy pools and welcoming regulars by name.
  • Oversized Portions: Substantial wraps, pancakes, and fritters arrive generously sized and readily split onto two plates.
  • Sidewalk Seating: Dog-friendly pavement tables offer newspapers and an easygoing beachside street vibe.
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Why Dine at Cafe Froot

Discover what sets this beachside Semaphore cafe apart for breakfast and brunch.

  • Generous, hearty breakfast portions

    Breakfast servings are notably generous, offering exceptional value and satisfying portions that easily feed hungry diners or pairs.

    the meals are huge! One breakfast is more than big enough for 2 people to share :)

    Rachel B

  • Fast and efficient morning service

    Meals and orders are prepared rapidly and served hot, ensuring quick turnaround even when the cafe is humming with patrons.

    The service was friendly and the meals came out very quickly.

    Jason Hywood

  • Hands-on owner Phil welcoming regulars

    Owner Phil actively connects with customers front-of-house, fostering a genuine neighbourhood atmosphere and running regular community traditions.

    Phil the owner is friendly to everyone and makes time for his regulars.

    Miriam

  • Thoughtful, proactive meal sharing

    The team goes out of their way to split dishes across plates and add extra condiments when dining together, delivering thoughtful consideration for sharing.

    they split the meal onto two plates with their own condiments - really thoughtful.

    Lisa Gellie

  • Relaxed beachside outdoor setting

    Outdoor streetfront seating lets visitors soak in the Semaphore beachside atmosphere alongside morning newspapers and dog-friendly tables.

    Footy pools for regulars, newspapers, along with outside tables give the place a relaxed vibe.

    Uma P.

  • Extraordinary kindness and welcoming care

    Staff display extraordinary hospitality and care, turning unexpected accidents into reassuring, warm moments for customers.

    Extraordinary kindness and warmth. Wonderful food.

    Ian Gilbert

Hearty, generous breakfast favorites crafted for a satisfying beachside morning

  • Corn Fritters

    Today's lunch 'breakfast special' of corn fritters were delicious

    Adam Fitzgerald

  • Pancakes

    Die Pancakes waren verdammt fluffig und lecker, genau so, wie man sie sich wünscht.

    Dennis Horn

  • Breakfast Wrap

    I had the breakfast wrap, which was absolutely delicious.

    Megan Berrett

  • Bitchin' Brekky

    Bitchin' brekky is definitely bitchin'!

    Andrew Berce

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and dining details that elevate your Semaphore brunch

  • Thoughtful Dual-Plate Sharing

    When diners ask to share a dish, the kitchen thoughtfully splits the meal across two separate plates complete with individual condiments.

  • Owner-Led Community & Footy Pools

    Hands-on owner Phil actively works the floor, taking time to chat with regulars and run weekly footy pools.

  • Compassionate Mishap Recovery

    Staff step in with prompt, reassuring care during unexpected dining mishaps, cleaning spills and replacing ruined drinks without fuss.

  • Table-Side Salt & Pepper Grinders

    Tables are presented with individual salt and pepper grinders rather than standard shakers alongside freshly served meals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the breakfast portions large enough to share?

Portions at Cafe Froot are notably generous, with reviewers highlighting that single breakfast dishes like breakfast wraps are easily large enough for two people to share. The team is also known to happily divide shared meals across separate plates upon request.

Can you sit outside with a dog?

Yes. Cafe Froot offers street-level outdoor tables along Semaphore Road where guests can sit outside and dine with their dogs.

What are the cafe's daily operating hours?

The cafe operates daily for early morning breakfast and lunch service, opening at 6:30 AM and closing at 2:00 PM every day of the week.

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