The Berry General Store

The General Store Berry is one of those places that never disappoints and is always top of our list when visiting Berry. The staff are exceptional. Genuinely welcoming, friendly and knowledgeable. They create a warm, relaxed atmosphere that makes you want to linger a little longer. We love the outdoor space out the back, which is perfect for kids and very dog-friendly. The menu is inviting with loads of great options, and you really can’t go wrong with any choice. Each dish has its own thoughtful twist, which keeps things interesting and elevates the whole experience. A Berry favourite and an absolute must whenever we’re in town.

(4.5 stars) Having a breakfast standard—mine is currently chilli eggs—is an easy way to benchmark cafes. The Berry General Store makes a mean chilli eggs ($21) using Umami Papi, the same crunchy chilli oil we use at home. This breakfast employs a pair of fried Kangaroo Valley Pastured Eggs, which are also sold in their produce store. They’re flavoursome with runny, deep orange yolks, a testament to the hens free-range foraging on a regenerative farm with a low stocking density (40–400 hens per hectare). Try them poached as Turkish eggs ($26) on a bed of tangy labneh and kale that’s been cooked hard enough to make it pleasing. Sourdough toast and a hint of chilli anchovy butter completes the plate, which I enjoyed as much as the chilli eggs. Ordering is done at the counter, you just need to nominate which part of the large historic cafe you’ll be seated in. Wrapped in ivy and shaded by hedges with rays of dappled morning light protruding through, the front verandah is a pleasant place to start your day. While you wait for your White Horse coffee—enjoyable as a flat white ($5/small)—peruse the fridges (there’s a reasonable selection of natural wine) and shelves. There were even some products I hadn’t seen before, from Lard Ass cultured butters to Natures Farmer Sea sea moss to Gaga’s Gut Loving Kimchi Ketchup ($17) that I snaffled for myself. Even the cake counter holds interest. Plus you can take home some of those lovely eggs…

We attended the dinner and DJ night, warmly welcomed without a booking and enjoyed great service along with a cool, relaxed vibe. The cocktails were interesting and delicious. The food was next level amazing. So wonderful to see genuine care and thoughtful service. We enjoyed every minute and then returned the next day for breakfast. So good. Thank you for your generous spirit that is so evident in this special venue.

The perfect cafe!! Classic menu with creative twists. Super cute interiors

Such a lovely rustic spot for a delicious lunch. The baked goods are delicious 😋 The staff even broke out in song. Nice to see a group of people enjoy working together.