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Lillipad

72 Grafton St, Cairns, Queensland, Australia
(07) 4051 9565
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Ranked #60 of 284 restaurants in Cairns
Cuisines: Vegetarian
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot
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Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot
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Melbourne, Australia
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

This restaurant only saving grace is there massive portions of grease and oil... the service is awful my meal was forgotten about and the male waiter said to me this is lillipad you always wait 45 minutes here. maybe that's because you have 2 staff members employ more people you hippies and the lady who looks half asleep drink a... More

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Cairns, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Lillipad is a neat little cafe, blink and you'll miss it. The food is amazing, my favourite is the Pollo burger with horseradish mayo. Some of the meals are massive, but everything is always fresh. Yes, you do have to wait a long time for meals (have waited over an hour on a couple of occasions) but we usually a... More

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See 5 more reviews by Jess4870 for Cairns
Cairns, Australia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

If you are not in a rush and don't mind sitting in a cramped cafe then Lillipad is the place for you. I've never understood why this place, being as busy as it is, doesn't relocate to a bigger premises where they could accommodate to the large crowds they pull in. Perhaps the owners do not care about people being... More

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See 6 more reviews by Carly M for Cairns
Cairns, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Love coming here for their delicious and very generous Hamlette. Always busy, but we always enjoy sitting out front watching the world go by, having some quality girly catchup time.

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See 3 more reviews by FireDragon888 for Cairns
Cairns, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

My friends and I have frequented this place since it first opened. I've tried nearly everything on the menu and I haven't had any disappointing meal yet. It has the vibe of eating out at a friend's house - friendly and casual. The freshly squeezed juice is simply refreshing as well as it serves one of the best Chai Latte... More

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See 12 more reviews by LaLiaLuna for Cairns
Cairns, Australia
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2013 via mobile

This morning my boyfriend decided to try the lilli pad cafe for the first time, I had read some good reviews on the place more good then bad. We went into the cafe and it was busy we waited about 5 minutes for a vacant table, the menu has quite a variety and the all day breakfast selections sounded appealing.... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2013

I've been here on many an occasion as I have many friends that love the place- and to be honest I don't understand why. Apart from the meals being HUGE and a resonable price everything about this place is just a but meh. Food always takes about 30-45 mins to come, coffee is TERRIBLE, juices are okay and they always... More

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See 14 more reviews by CairnsFoodie101 for Cairns
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2013 via mobile

Just discovered this on the last day of our trip and what a gem it is! I ordered the full Monty breakfast thinking it would be a typical fry.. When it came out I was Stunned at the size of the portion!! 3 sausages, about 6 or 7 slices of bacon, loads of mushrooms, 2 massive slices of toast and... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2013

Emma from the Visitor Centre recommended Lilypad cafe. The menu is extensive and very well priced. Serves are hearty. On teh alternative side but very welcoming- it is a very comfrotable plac to stop, rest and eat before heading out into Cairns again.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2012 via mobile

Enjoyed the Atlantic salmon salad which was delicious and healthy (except for the hot crispy toasted Turkish on the side).... Yum! The juices are great too. Definitely recommend this cafe for a big lunch option.

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