Gauge - 77 Grey Street, South Brisbane QLD 4101

Gorge yourself on Gauge with its irresistible waffles and brunches.

So where is it? Without any signs, it might be a bit difficult to find.

Inside this cosy café is a large communal table with plenty of seats and several intimate window seats.

What caught my attention, however, was the honey comb right outside the open plan kitchen. At least you know the ingredients here are probably fresh :).

Though limited, Gauge offers exciting and innovative options, including Black Garlic Bread, Sourdough waffle with artichoke custard, Smoked Kingfish and spiced pearl barley, just to name a few.

There's also freshly baked pastries from Sprout Artisan Bakery for those who only want a light snack.

Apparently the coffee here is nothing less than superb - I don't drink coffee so I can't really comment. The barista seems to take his coffee-art very seriously though, because even my Hot Chocolate ($4.5) looked spectacular.

Hot Chocolate ($4.50)

For the main, we ordered Smoked Kingfish, Spiced Pearl Barley, Soft egg & Parsley ($18). The Kingfish was first smoked with natural firewood, poached with milk and then pan-fried with ras el hanout (a middle eastern spicemix), giving it a delightful smoky cumin-y aftertaste. Surrounded by firm al dente barley and soft, foamy egg, it felt like one creamy paradise. While deliciously irresistible, it felt more like an entrée than a main (portion-wise).

Smoked Kingfish and Soft Egg ($18)

The Sourdough Waffle ($16) however, was definitely the highlight of the day. Expect moist, fluffy waffles with a perfectly crispy exterior. Together with bee pollen, freeze-dried honey, rich creamy artichoke-infused custard and fresh almonds - it's a match made in heaven. Mmmmm :).....

Sourdough Waffle ($16)

Verdict:
Be amazed by the exotic options at Gauge. You certainly won't be able to find them anywhere else.