Daniel G.
Yelp
If you're just driving by you won't see much, apart from the excessively large 'Mister Sunshine's' painted on the front wall. Tucked into Thebarton's business end you would think it just serves lunches to local employees but you'd be wrong. Well, they probably do but my biggest surprise was the people that were there. The place has a great feel; a nice vibe, a homely warmth but also hipster and laid back so you'd expect a crowd that kind of fits that mould. What I saw was well dressed business people, singles, young couples, old couples, a family, all ages and all looks, and it made me feel good.
The large gum at the front provides shade over a number of tables and doubles the cafe space. Once inside you're met with a shabby blend of vintage and other collections that on their own wouldn't work but with everything else Mister Sunshine's offers it feels just right.
The service was amazing. Greeted with a big smile by a lovely warm lady we were shown to a table and despite being busy served our coffee (in old vintage cups) very quickly. The coffee was very nice, solid flavours, a bit of an all rounder. Despite being somewhat rushed I indulged in a poached eggs on minced mushrooms and wilted spinach rye sourdough delight which I couldn't fault. It was pretty, fresh, so tasty and somewhat delicately seasoned but they provide salt and pepper shakers on all tables for those seeking extra.
A quick scan of the other menu treats gave plenty of scope for future visits and everyone else's plates looked great too (yes, I do look at other people's food). It all sounded delicious. Mister Sunshine's works. It works because they have great food and coffee, because they've created a friendly warm space where people clearly love to meet, because they smile and chat and exude warmth and friendliness, and because nothing is too hard and they seem the type of people who focus on solutions, not problems. They could make that business work anywhere. Whatever their business plan is they are bang on it.