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Mermaids Cafe

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Updated 30 Mar 2026

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Mermaids Cafe is a cafe in Shoal Bay where dog access has not yet been confirmed — it's worth checking before you visit.

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37 Shoal Bay Rd, Shoal Bay NSW 2315
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Nearby dog-friendly spots

Parks

Shoal Bay Foreshore Reserve
250m
Confirmed
Zenith Beach Tomaree
700m
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Murrungbanga Reserve Dog Off Leash Area
850m
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Pubs & Bars

Shoal Bay Country Club
40m
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Zenith Cafe, Restaurant and Bar
150m
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Before you go

  • ℹ️Dog access hasn't been confirmed yet — best to check before visiting.
  • 💧No confirmed water bowl for dogs — bring some just in case.
  • 🌤No confirmed outdoor dog area — best to check before visiting.

What people say

GFG F.
Google Maps
★★★★★5 months ago

My family and I had breakfast for 6 consecutive days at Mermaids Cafe and the food, coffee and service was always exceptional. It's definitely a great start to the day with a well made coffee and a gorgeous outlook to the bay. A credit to Heather the floor manager who always made the experience delightful and accommodating with her smile and caring nature. Thank you

DBDaniel B.
Google Maps
★★★★★8 months ago

It was a cool spring morning, 9 teenagers on schoolies, hungry, hungover and impatient. One of them finds a cafe for breakfast and we decide on it. Car A takes the scenic route, and Car B takes the express route. We arrive on the edge of the water, smell of saltwater in the atmosphere, rays of sunshine hitting our sunburnt faces. There it is. Mermaids cafe. The 9 teenagers faces light up with glee, as they now know they will be treated to a succulent breakfast, or so they hope. Tender fingers glaze the online menues, some quick, some slow but we all find our desired meal. One by one, beautiful, mouth -salivating meals are gracefully taken with care and pride by thoughtful servers to our table. The Nutella waffle was a true highlight, amongst the big brekkie, corn fritters, eggs benny and not to forget the delicious drinks. Truly a beautiful hangover cleansing, tastebud exploding experience topped off by the magnificent kind service of Heather, who looked after us throughout the whole ordeal. Someday when we are all older and wiser, we shall return, and look for the graceful care of Heather and Mermaids Cafe’s food, as you should too.

CTCrystal T.
Google Maps
★★★★★8 months ago

First time diner at Mermaids. Food was absolutely delicious (we ordered the big breakfast with side of garlic mushrooms) 😋 and Heather was an absolute doll - extremely attentive & friendly, sad we are only here for x2 nights. Deff a must try!

Hhuxley
Google Maps
★★★★★1 year ago

My husband and I really enjoyed the food and atmosphere. Ever since I got here in Australia, I was looking for a legit matcha drink that tastes strong, and i found it here!!! HOT MATCHA WAS AMAZING 💖 plus the almond croissant, dirty chai, shakshuka, bacon and egg roll! We’ll go back and bring our kids here!!!! AMAZING

CRChad R.
Google Maps
★★★★☆1 year ago

Beautiful location, right opposite the beach. Had breakfast here 2 days in a row. Yep. It's pretty good, and the coffee and food are on point. Portions food wise are large and quality and flavour really fantastic.

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37 Shoal Bay Rd, Shoal Bay NSW 2315
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