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Trouble and Strife

123 Goodwood Rd, Goodwood SA 5034, Australia

Recommended by 14 people

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Find Trouble and Strife

123 Goodwood Rd, Goodwood SA 5034, Australia

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+61 8 8271 3991
HoursMonday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Trouble and Strife

Tucked along Goodwood Road, this quirky neighborhood stop turns out hefty daytime plates and serious espresso. Regulars make a beeline for the breezy rear courtyard with dogs in tow, lingering over Turkish eggs or chickpea smash piled on thick sourdough. The kitchen leans inventive and dietary-friendly, skipping tired staples for rotating seasonal boards and in-house baked Monte Carlo biscuits. Grab a flat white at the counter and pull up a chair out back away from the road noise.

  • Airy Back Courtyard: A shaded, dog-friendly garden setting tucked away from street traffic.
  • Diet-Inclusive Daytime Menu: House specials range from Turkish eggs to chickpea smash on sourdough with vegan and keto adjustments.
  • Specialty Coffee & Bakes: Pulls hot, strong Dawn Patrol coffee alongside house-baked Monte Carlo biscuits and cakes.
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What's On at Trouble and Strife

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Dine at Trouble and Strife

Why Goodwood locals rely on Trouble and Strife for hearty brunches, exceptional coffee, and relaxed outdoor dining.

  • Substantial Portions and Real Value

    Substantial, generous portions that ensure genuine value on hearty breakfast and brunch dishes.

    Prices are extremely reasonable and you get a very decent amount of extremely tasty, good quality food.

    Z V

  • Inventive, Diet-Inclusive Recipes

    Creative, dietary-inclusive daytime dishes crafted in-house, spanning vegan, vegetarian, and keto needs rather than ordinary cafe formulas.

    They were able to adapt a menu item for my particular diet (keto)- and it was absolutely brilliant.

    A.J Roubanis

  • Relaxed Rear Garden Courtyard

    An airy rear courtyard and dog-friendly outdoor space offering a peaceful spot away from indoor bustle.

    Great little rear courtyard to sit in too.

    DNA Timelord

  • Spacious Outdoor Setting

    Thoughtfully arranged alfresco tables with dog-friendly seating that let guests move freely.

    Nice to be somewhere where there is some room so we're able to move easily between tables.

    David Byers

  • Specialty Coffee and Fresh Bakes

    Vibrant specialty espresso and house-made sweets served quickly with high skill and flavor.

    Delicious food and amazing coffee, just look at that crema!

    Tim

  • Uplifting Neighborhood Vibe

    A welcoming, quirky cafe atmosphere where diners feel right at home and unhurried.

    Definitely an easy spot to be in. Feels good to be there.

    Alicia King

Hearty brunch and lunch mains showcasing creative, diet-inclusive cooking

  • Smashed Chickpea

    Never heard of Smashed Chickpea with avocado, tomato and sourdough with a tall glass of blueberry smoothie (coconut milk) to start your day? Come on! Try it out.

    Kalvador 1000

  • Turkish eggs

    Turkish eggs were delicious and look beautiful.

    Tim

  • Tuna Melt

    I had a take away Tuna Melt the other day, absolutely delicious simple but complex flavours ❤️ huge serve.

    kukkaFeatures

  • Breakfast roll

    i had the breakfast roll and it was super yummy!

    evelyn m.

Other favorites

House-baked treats, cakes, and refreshing specialty drinks

  • Monte Carlo biscuit

    I’ve just devoured a delicious “Monte Carlo” biscuit and could easily polish off another!

    Geoffery GRIFFEY

  • Apple chia cake

    the apple chia is out of this world

    Alicia King

  • Blueberry smoothie

    a tall glass of blueberry smoothie (coconut milk) to start your day

    Kalvador 1000

  • Carrot cake

    great coffee (Dawn Patrol) and carrot cake

    Jane Tarrant

Beyond the menu

Attentive hospitality gestures and thoughtful details observed at Trouble and Strife

  • Remembered Utensil Accommodations

    Staff proactively remembered a guest's physical need for a steak knife to cut toasted bread, setting it aside without needing to be asked on subsequent visits.

  • Personal Dietary Adaptations

    The kitchen readily modifies and adapts dishes to fit restrictive personal nutrition requirements like keto.

  • Charitable Coffee Contributions

    Cafe owners actively direct business proceeds toward community welfare, such as donating coffee profits to support women experiencing violence.

  • Fresh Native Floral Table Settings

    Fresh Australian native floral arrangements decorate the indoor cafe tables, adding a thoughtful decorative touch.

Frequently Asked Questions

What dietary options and portion sizes can you expect?

Trouble and Strife serves generous portions with plenty of vegan, vegetarian, and keto-friendly options, ranging from smashed chickpeas on sourdough to Turkish eggs and keto-adapted plates.

Is there outdoor seating, and can you bring a dog?

Yes, the cafe features an outdoor area including a rear courtyard and dog-friendly seating away from the main dining room.

How busy does it get, and will you have to wait for a table?

While the cafe gets busy and you might encounter a short wait at peak times, diners generally find tables quickly even during morning rushes.

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