Wheat & Oats - Macarthur

I was very excited to visit Wheat and Oats, which is both a cafe and a grocer stocking local Canberra products. My friend and I went on a chilly winter morning - rugging up was a good idea, because the space is very open and must take a while to warm up. I ordered the baked eggs. I was a bit disappointed that a place with an organic focus and with lots of kitchen space didn't offer fresh juices (suggestion box?), so I stuck with water, although the lady mentioned that they do offer smoothies. Our food didn't take long to come out, and when it did, it was presented nicely on a Jamie Oliver wooden board with two slices of buttered bread. The two eggs on top were cooked through, which some may like, but personally I prefer my eggs runny. It would have helped, because the mix was very dry - the sauce was really tasty and hearty (it had a great kick to it), especially with all of those lovely beans, but it had been baked to the point where it wasn't really very saucy anymore. The bread was lovely though. The serving looked small but was definitely enough for breakfast. I'm hoping it was just an off morning for them with my overbaked portion, because the flavours of the dish and concept of the store is great. I'll come back to give them another try, but I was disappointed with this experience. ladysharon.wordpress.com

I was very excited to visit Wheat and Oats, which is both a cafe and a grocer stocking local Canberra products. My friend and I went on a chilly winter morning - rugging up was a good idea, because the space is very open and must take a while to warm up. I ordered the baked eggs. I was a bit disappointed that a place with an organic focus and with lots of kitchen space didn't offer fresh juices (suggestion box?), so I stuck with water, although the lady mentioned that they do offer smoothies. Our food didn't take long to come out, and when it did, it was presented nicely on a Jamie Oliver wooden board with two slices of buttered bread. The two eggs on top were cooked through, which some may like, but personally I prefer my eggs runny. It would have helped, because the mix was very dry - the sauce was really tasty and hearty (it had a great kick to it), especially with all of those lovely beans, but it had been baked to the point where it wasn't really very... read more

I like the music, the friendly staff, the way you can see right through to the street out the back, and most of all the lemon tart with candied lemon. Having a balance disability, I did not like the look of the stools at the big tables, and I really did not enjoy falling down the stairs on the way out (although I know the landlord has no obligation to put a railing on just 2 steps).

One of the best cafe i've been in canberra, friendly and instant service and food was great. Boutique groceries was unique and interesting. A great place to catch up with friends and family . As loacates in office area quick closing time was, in my point of view was a drawback but still giving a five star rating based on the quality and services offered.

Under new management with a new menu. Nice place to brunch with great value deals and friendly staff. My new local favourite