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.
