Buzz Bistro (now Fresco), Tennsyon. June 2015

On approaching this cafe, tucked away within the sporting complex that is the brand spanking new Queensland Tennis Centre in Tennyson, I was worried it was going to be one of those cyclist cafes where the food was utilitarian and the coffee basic. Fortunately not because the mix of patrons, from cyclists to the country club set, lent it more a sophisticated quality.



On arrival the sun streaming in was dazzling yet beyond was a very picturesque view of the Brisbane river. The seating area frames the view beautifully so we asked for, and luckily nabbed, a prime table right at the front. While the morning started off cloudy when the sun came out it did become a bit glare-y. However, with the assistance of the lovely Amanda who extended the awning for us, that problem was elegantly solved.



I’d ordered the corn fritters, a personal favourite, and they were solid. They were delectable if ever so slightly overcooked but the dish, complete with avocado smash and eggs certainly did deliver. Is it bad that I don’t remember the other accompaniments to the fritters? Not entirely, it was just that the fritters were very good as the hero of the dish should be.



Landing around the $30 mark, it’s a bit pricey, but you are getting a real meal plus the coffee was very good. Would I go back? Yes.



Should also mention our attentive waiter told us that they were on the cusp of a make-over and had undergone a name change. They are now known as Fresco. Not sure if it’s also a change of ownership, to her credit our waiter was discrete with the details, so I’d like to go back if only to try the new menu.



In conclusion the new name is a more suitable and gives a hint of the atmosphere. Seven out of ten eggs but only because of the influx status quo. What did you think, Foxy?