The General Food Store

Great local brunch & coffee spot. Service is always so warm & friendly, as well as quick! The specials are always worth a try, the Arabesque is the stand out always if you want to play it safe. Great vibe & dog friendly seating out the front:)

If you are thinking about going here, do it!
Everything about this place is fantastic. Best coffee, best food, best staff.
The menu is seasonal so we come back time and time again and it has always been exceptional. This cafe is my happy place, big thanks to The General and all the lovely staff!

Called an hour before and made a reservation. The restaurant was full and we got a seat in the outdoor section out back. Make sure you bring a jacket although there are heaters. I ordered the k-pop chick burger it tasted amazing. The only recommendation I have is cutting up the kimchi as it was a little messy biting into it. Also I put some of the beetroot relish from my friends Arabeque plate and the burger was next level! Highly recommend this place also for its great coffee.

This is the second time I’ve been here. The second time was much better. Yummy food, the cornbread is to die for.

My only concern with this place is the pricing. It’s a little expensive for what you get.

My plate had halloumi, cornbread and an egg and was around $22-25. It’s just a little on the pricey side.

Lovely staff:)

Look, my review isn't going to tell you something the 400+ other reviews haven't already told you, so I'll be brief: Everything you read is true. The food is great and the staff is really friendly and welcoming.

My only addition is that it's also an incredibly cozy place. Sitting in the window on a cold day, after a nice walk in the surrounding area, it's like you're in your own living room.

Stopped off for brunch when the place we meant to go to was closed, and what a great little find! The food we shared was delicious and the staff were super friendly. I'll be back for more!

Really great food and service here. Well worth the drive out here. My partner commented on how happy I was with my food. The taste was pretty amazing. Coffee is perfect.

Great spot for brunch. Delicious food awesome service, great vibe, terrific menu. Highly recommended!

Omg deliciousness! Three of us visited and all three dishes were divine. Bonus points for the friendliest staff too!

This place is great! Went there for brunch on the weekend and it wasn't too packed. The food was delicious and the vibe of the place was super cute.

Absolutely brilliant cafe! The food was fresh and yummy and the staff were SO genuinely friendly. The service was so great we returned the next morning for brekky! Thank you GFS!)

Passing through the area and we dropped by The General Food Store for breakfast. Food was soooo good, and the friendly service is outstanding. The staff went above and beyond to really show care about what they do, and were bubbly and warm

Great place to eat, look, chill with a friend and your dog! Plenty of options for where to sit, in or outdoors. Thoughtful staff, brilliant food for the price.

Coffee was great, service was super friendly and quick, decor is great, really nice vibe and the food was 12/10. The gluten free bread was the best I’ve had. Menu is well laid out and really accessible for different dietary requirements. So stoked, thank you.

Such a cute little place. Very friendly staff, quick service and a gorgeous menu full of local ingredients. Delicious food and coffee. We will definitely return!

Delicious food, good variety of vegan dishes and friendly staff. Special shout out for the vegan carrot cake, its a must try

Staff are friendly helpful and place has a cool and welcoming vibe.
Will even bake fresh gluten free bread. Above and beyond! Love it

Lovely place. Especially good when Charlotte is working as she is very efficient and we don't have to wait long for our delicious food.

Great service, coffee and delicious food from seasonal local produce! It is a must try if you're in emerald or nearby!

Coffee and meal were both delicious. Very much full of flavour. The staff were attentive and very friendly. Absolutely worth the visit.