The Bloom — Restaurant in District of Canberra Central

Incredibly uncomfortable experience.

Food and coffee were good but the young server did not leave us alone to enjoy it. Continually came up to interact, unsolicited, with our baby for minutes at a time, including repeatedly touching him. He was interacting back, to be fair, but we certainly weren’t and it meant he was too distracted to eat any of his food. We couldn’t have the conversation we would have had with the small degree of privacy you expect when out at breakfast as a family. We probably should have said something but we are quiet people and doing so would have made it even more uncomfortable for us. An extrovert might not have noticed or been as bothered by it. Regardless, the staff member needs training in reading social cues.

Disappointing because it’s a nice place in our neighbourhood with good food but we...

Have been keen to try this new cafe in Campbell and was not disappointed. I ordered a delicious salmon lunch which was cooked perfectly and presented beautifully with vegetables. I was on my lunch break and was pleasantly surprised how quickly the food came so I had time to sit and chat with my friend and enjoy the meal. Her meal was delicious and good value too. I am a coeliac and was very happy to see a range of gluten free options. The cafe is very clean and fresh with a lot of natural light, giving a relaxed Scandinavian feel. Will...

I came here with my family and we were not overly impressed. My sister bought a standard chai latte and it was spicy when she got it. Then when we got our eggs Benedict the hollandaise sauce was not very appealing and the whole meal was very greasy. I ordered a standard cappuccino and there was little to no froth. On top of everything it was extremely expensive for 3 people. If you go there don’t set high expectations because they will be destroyed. Maccas was...