French Basket Café & Restaurant Dee Why

Honestly love everything about this place and I don't say that often. The coffee is delicious, the baked goods are fresh and the location is great. Came here on 3 separate days and had an awesome experience every time. Dog friendly and limited parking. The staff are super friendly and remembered my name after only visiting once. The food is delicious and fresh. Would seriously recommend.

Bought a large coffee for $5.50, but was refused to be served in a cup, for that price pretty poor service. (Edit: the staff did a great job but for any large cafe- restaurant to not provide in a cup is a bit disappointing and reflects the ownership should look into its policies), I traveled so far to be given in a cup, bottom line it’s a small favour for a pretty price…

Ordered the Chilli Scrambled Eggs (gluten free) for $22 and this is what came out. Was very underwhelming when most places give you two pieces of toast for the same price. My friend who is vegetarian was also disappointed as their food (toast) was toasted on a skillet where meat/bacon is cooked. The order also took over 20 minutes to prepare. The only redeeming quality is the coffee which was great and the atmosphere next to the beach. Lesson learned - never paying for food here again.

Good location, vibe and service. My wife and both had omelettes, we were a little disappointing. It could done with an extra egg and more cheese for flavour. The accompanying baguette was delicious.

This is an amazing café located right in front of the ocean, and the view alone is worth the visit. But what makes this place truly special is that it’s not just about the beautiful location—the coffee and food are equally impressive. Every dish I’ve tried has been delicious and thoughtfully prepared, and the coffee is always smooth and well-made. On top of that, the café itself is stylish and well-designed, with a relaxed coastal vibe that makes you want to stay for hours. Whether you're stopping by for a morning coffee, brunch with friends, or just to soak in the view, See Why offers the perfect mix of atmosphere, quality, and comfort. It's one of those rare spots that delivers on all fronts: taste, aesthetics, and setting. Highly recommended if you're in the area!