Chef’s Kiss

The Author

Café · Café & brunchForestville4.7 (193 Google reviews)

No dish is marked gluten free as served, out of 72 dishes on The Author’s menu, read 1 Nov 2026. Source: theauthor.au, read 1 Nov 2026.

Answers come from the venue’s own menu or its listed ingredients; none of them means a dish is safe. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff.

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Dinner MenuMenu read 1 Nov 2026 · assets.bitebusiness.com
Crispy PurisCrispy balls filled potatoes, chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, date and tamarind chutney. Add lamb mince +2 $14
FriesShoestring fries, pecorino, truffle oil, truffle aioli $18
Wild WingsChicken wings, hot buffalo sauce $18
BroccoliniGrilled broccolini, tahini sauce, crushed almonds, fresh mint $18
Honey HalloumiGrilled halloumi, thyme butter, local honey $19
KibbehMeat and onion kibbeh, labneh and chilli oil $19
EggplantZatar spiced eggplant, labneh, pomegranate, dukkah, lemon $23
AranciniCrumbed pumpkin and pea risotto, truffle aioli, pecorino $24
MeatballsPork and veal meatballs, sugo, grano padano, sourdough $24
BurrataBurrata, herb oil, heirloom tomatoes, pangritata, purple basil $26
Steak200gm steak, gravy, salad and chips $32
Lamb KoftaFusion kofta, hummus served with Lebanese bread $32
Cheeseburger and Chips $14
Chicken Nuggets and Chips $14
Waffles with Ice Cream $14
Daily DealsMenu read 1 Nov 2026 · theauthor.au
BAE ComboBacon n egg roll with a coffee $18
Burger Meal Deal $22
Wrap ComboChoice of wrap and coffee $19
Quick BitesMenu read 1 Nov 2026 · theauthor.au
Bowl of Fries $9
Breaky Muffin Bacon $10
Breaky Muffin Sausage $10
Cheese & Tomato Toast $10
Cheese Toastie $8
Ham & Cheese Croissant $9.50
Ham Cheese Toastie $8.50
Ham Cheese Tomato Toastie $12
Salmon Bagel $15
Wraps $17
BreakfastMenu read 1 Nov 2026 · theauthor.au
Hash BennyPoached eggs, spinach, golden hashbrowns with silky hollandaise $20
Bacon and Egg RollDouble thick-cut bacon, free-range egg, cheese and a slather of aioli on a toasted milk bun $16
Breaky BurgerA juicy Angus patty, golden fried egg, and melty cheese, stacked in a soft milk bun $17
Eggs on Roti ParathaScrambled eggs with chilli oil drizzle and fried shallots served on a soft roti $19
Hash Brown $4
ToastSourdough toast with butter and choice of jam, vegemite or peanut butter. Add sidesNF on request: Choose jam or vegemite instead of peanut butter to avoid nuts $9
Truffle Mushroom BruschettaTrio of mushies cooked in butter garlic thyme, served with truffle mayo, spinach, egg with freshly grated parmesan on a toasted sourdough $21
BurgersMenu read 1 Nov 2026 · theauthor.au
Angus Burger150gm Angus beef patty, cheese, pickles, caramelised onion, tomato, lettuce, beetroot and mustard mayo on milk bun $20
Cheese BurgerA juicy Angus patty, mustard, ketchup, and melty cheese, stacked in a soft milk bun $14
Chicken BurgerSouthern fried chicken, cheese, house made slaw and aioli sauce on milk bun $21
Veggie BurgerPumpkin patty, lettuce, tomatoes, and zesty green chutney nestled in a toasted milk bun $17
LunchMenu read 1 Nov 2026 · theauthor.au
Acai BowlFrozen açai blended with banana and coconut water, topped with peanut butter, house granola, toasted coconut, and seasonal fruit $22
Avo DishSmashed avocado, soft feta, pomegranate and house made almond dukkah on toasted rye sourdough $21
Burrata DishBurrata, caramelised peaches, signature curry leaf chilli oil, served with sourdough $26
Corn FrittersGolden, crispy corn zucchini fritters paired with fresh leafy greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado and finished with a vibrant beet $21
Falafel ToastFalafels with beetroot hummus, cucumber, avo, tomato, pickled turnips and cream cheese on a toasted sourdough $18
Quinoa SaladQuinoa, cucumber, fresh tomatoes, almonds, mint, pomegranate in a zesty glaze $18
The Author BowlSoba noodles, carrots, cabbage, cucumber, edamame, sesame dressing, side of crispy nori and crunchy wasabi peas, topped with a soft egg and $24
The Smokehouse MeltPulled pork, carrots and cabbage, house dressing, parmesan on a golden toasted sourdough $22
SweetsMenu read 1 Nov 2026 · theauthor.au
Almond Croissant $7.90
Banana Bread $5.70
Bread & Butter $8
Brownie $6
Brownie Bite $2
Carrot Cake $7.50
Choc Croissant $7.50
Chocolate Cake Slice $6.50
Cinnamon Scroll $7.50
Cookie $5.50
French ToastBrioche, fresh seasonal berries, mascarpone, warm caramel and pure maple syrup $20
Friand $6
Honey Bread Man $4.50
Mars Bar $3.50
Mixed Berry Tart $7.50
Muffin $6
Orange Cake $7
Plain Croissant $7
Portuguese Tart $7
Red Velvet Cupcake $6.50
Snail $7.50
Snickers Bar $3.50
KidsMenu read 1 Nov 2026 · theauthor.au
Kids Cheese Burger $14
Kids Nuggets and Chips $12
Kids Waffle $12

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Facts

AddressForestville, NSW
AreaNorthern Beaches
KindCafé · Café & brunch
Phone+61 430 589 304
Websitetheauthor.au
BookingOnline through Book online
Google rating4.7 from 193 reviews
Menu read1 Nov 2026 from theauthor.au
Hours
  • Monday6am–2pm
  • Tuesday6am–2pm
  • Wednesday6am–2pm
  • Thursday6am–2pm
  • Friday6am–2pm
  • Saturday6am–2pm
  • Sunday7am–2pm
MapOpen in Google Maps

What diners say

No diner ratings yet.

Ratings are diners’ own experience. They don’t make a dish safe; neither do we.

Where this comes from

Allergen answers come from the menu’s labels first, then the listed ingredients, then a model’s judgement checked when unsure. How allergen status is decided.

Questions about The Author

Does The Author have gluten-free options?

No dish is marked gluten free as served, from the menu read 1 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is The Author coeliac friendly?

Chef’s Kiss reads each venue’s own menu and says where every answer came from. It never calls a dish safe: kitchens share fryers, boards and flour, and menus change. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff before you order.

When is The Author open?

Monday: 6am–2pm. Tuesday: 6am–2pm. Wednesday: 6am–2pm. Thursday: 6am–2pm. Friday: 6am–2pm. Saturday: 6am–2pm. Sunday: 7am–2pm. Hours can change on public holidays; check with the venue.

Can I book The Author online?

Yes, through Book online: https://theauthor.simplybook.net/v2/

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