We came here because we'd been for lunch and dinner occasionally over the years and heard the breakfasts were equally as good.

Parking was not an issue for us, we walked - which we'd recommend as the only option if you have a car is a carparking building and, personally, we'd rather spend the money on food and drink.

We walked in and immediately thought Rakinos' lively late afternoon/night-time atmosphere was missing early morning. Instead there was a quiet, relaxed feeling, which was perfect.

The most unusual thing on the menu was the breakfast salad with cos lettuce, fried new potatoes, parmesan, roast tomato, spicy chorizo and a poached egg ($16.50). It sounded delicious but we didn't think we were hungry enough to tackle it this time.

We ordered a toasted bagel with vine-ripened tomato, bacon and pesto ($11), and the creamy garlic and thyme field mushrooms on toasted ciabatta ($13). Both were terrific. The mushrooms were perfect - creamy without being swamped in sauce.

The service was relaxed, like the atmosphere.

The coffee was fine without being fantastic.

We recommend if you come here you plan a return visit at night when Rakinos has a wide-ranging line-up of bands and DJs.

Overall we thought Rakinos lived up to previous visits. The service, the view from the balcony over High St and the food all make this a great city cafe.