Matthew Marcs Cafe
Suite 15/25 Captain Cook Dr, Barrack Heights, New South Wales, 2528

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Why Choose Matthew Marcs Cafe?
Matthew Marcs Cafe is a rare find for coeliacs, the entire menu is gluten-free and coeliac-safe, with no cross-contamination concerns. Customers consistently praise the quality of the bread, hot food and in-house cakes, from standout rolls and burgers to fresh pastries and desserts that rotate through the week, all at fair prices and backed by warm, attentive service.
About Matthew Marcs Cafe
If you're after a bakery in Barrack Heights that takes gluten-free seriously, Matthew Marcs Cafe is known for it. The whole menu is gluten-free and coeliac-safe, so there's no scanning labels or asking about cross-contamination. For a lot of coeliacs in the area, that alone makes it a find.
The chicken and gravy roll is a standout. Burgers and a schnitzel burger that one coeliac called a rare treat are standouts. There's a rotating line-up of hot food, soups and pasta, and we hear the menu gets new items through the week. The cakes and desserts are made in-house, and the lemon meringue cheesecake and the chocolate, peanut butter and marshmallow tart come up a lot. Custom cake orders are available too.
The coffee has a following of its own, made with their own blend. Staff are friendly, the portions are generous, and people consistently describe the prices as good value. It's welcoming to kids and dogs, with indoor seating, outdoor seating and plenty of parking.
You can dine in, take away, or have food delivered, and kerbside pickup is offered as well. One local said online coffee orders can feel rushed if you're short on time, so it's best to walk in when you're in a hurry. It's a weekday-only cafe, so check the hours before you head over.
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What Customers Say on Google
“Today I had the BEST roast chicken and gravy roll I've ever add, even before I was coeliac. The BREAD (amazing) the CHICKEN (amazing) and don't even get me started on the delicious gravy.”
“As a coeliac, it is rare to order a schnitzel burger, so that was great! Not only that, it actually tasted good and was a good size!”
“The in-house made cakes are to die for! The hot food is delicious! I love the fact that there are new products each week which is always a great surprise.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Matthew Marcs Cafe
Yes, the entire menu at Matthew Marcs Cafe is gluten-free and coeliac-safe. That means no cross-contamination worries for coeliacs, with everything from rolls and burgers to cakes and hot food made to be safely gluten-free, which has made it a trusted spot for coeliacs in the Shellharbour area.
It's known for its chicken and gravy roll, schnitzel burger and gluten-free hamburgers, all praised by coeliac and non-coeliac diners alike. The in-house cakes and desserts, including a lemon meringue cheesecake and a chocolate, peanut butter and marshmallow tart, are also popular, along with its own coffee blend.
Yes, custom cake orders are available alongside the regular in-house cake and dessert selection. The cafe also offers dine-in, takeaway, delivery and kerbside pickup, with outdoor seating available and a welcoming setup for kids and even dogs. Ask the cafe directly for custom cake pricing and lead times.
Beyond rolls, burgers and cakes, there's a rotating line-up of hot food, soups and pasta, with new items added through the week. It also serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner, plus coffee made with its own blend, which locals rate among the best in the Shellharbour area.
Many coeliac diners note the prices are excellent for fully gluten-free food, and portions like the schnitzel burger are described as generous. Combined with friendly service and fresh-made rolls and desserts, it's considered a reliable and affordable option for coeliac-safe meals in Barrack Heights.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +61 2 4295 9986
- Address
- Suite 15/25 Captain Cook Dr, Barrack Heights, New South Wales, 2528
Opening Hours
- Monday
- 8am-2pm
- Tuesday
- 8am-2pm
- Wednesday
- 8am-2pm
- Thursday
- 8am-2pm
- Friday
- 8am-2pm
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Business Details
- Service Options
- Takeaway, Delivery, Dine-in, Kerbside pickup
- Payment Methods
- Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments
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