Cafe · Merimbula
The Lakeside
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Score Breakdown
4.7 stars — good but below 4.8
15 reviews — needs significant growth
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Ranked against 27 cafe businesses in Merimbula
Areas for Improvement
With 15 reviews, The Lakeside is well below the 50+ review mark that builds real customer trust.
High Priority22 competitors in Merimbula have a stronger online reputation than The Lakeside.
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Who's ahead of The Lakeside
These cafe businesses in Merimbula have a stronger online reputation than The Lakeside.
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews | Score | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bar Monti Merimbula | 4.8 | 357 | 91/100 | |
| 2 | Cranky Cafe Merimbula | 4.5 | 736 | 79/100 | |
| 3 | Wild Rye's Baking Co Merimbula | 4.6 | 714 | 79/100 | |
| 4 | Oaklands Cafe Merimbula | 4.5 | 592 | 79/100 | |
| 5 | Cafe Pambula by Toast Merimbula | 4.7 | 524 | 79/100 | |
| 6 | Bar Superette Merimbula | 4.5 | 219 | 79/100 | |
| 7 | Dulcie's Cottage Merimbula | 4.5 | 1074 | 73/100 | |
| 8 | Sunny’s Kiosk Merimbula | 4.6 | 531 | 73/100 | |
| 9 | sapphire smokehouse Merimbula | 4.9 | 114 | 73/100 | |
| 10 | Black Daisy Trading & Black Daisy Grazing Merimbula | 4.8 | 97 | 72/100 | |
| 11 | Metro Merimbula Merimbula | 4.8 | 86 | 72/100 | |
| 12 | Aria Kebab & Cafe and pizza Merimbula | 4.6 | 230 | 71/100 | |
| 13 | Umi-Ko Izakaya Merimbula | 4.7 | 151 | 69/100 | |
| 14 | Club Sapphire Merimbula Merimbula | 4.3 | 1259 | 67/100 | |
| 15 | Pane & vino Merimbula | 4.7 | 162 | 61/100 | |
| 16 | Mezcals Tequila Bar & Restaurant Merimbula Merimbula | 4.4 | 102 | 58/100 | |
| 17 | Bonnie Day Takeaway Coffee Merimbula | 5.0 | 29 | 55/100 | |
| 18 | Goodenia Restaurant & Bar Merimbula | 4.6 | 84 | 54/100 | |
| 19 | FLEETWOOD COFFEE Merimbula | 4.5 | 122 | 52/100 | |
| 20 | Seabreeze Diner Merimbula | 4.5 | 71 | 52/100 | |
| 21 | Tea Tree Cafe Merimbula | 4.6 | 38 | 52/100 | |
| 22 | Infuse Merimbula | 4.3 | 113 | 49/100 |
22 competitors in Merimbula outrank The Lakeside
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About The Lakeside's reputation score.
Where does The Lakeside rank among cafe in Merimbula?
The Lakeside currently ranks #23 of 28 cafe in Merimbula on Starworks' reputation index, with a score of 40/100. Rankings are based on Google star rating, review volume, and online presence, and update regularly.
Is The Lakeside good? What is their reputation score?
The Lakeside holds a 4.7-star Google rating across 15 reviews, and has a Starworks Score of 40/100 based on rating, review volume, online presence, and how they compare to other cafe in Merimbula.
Who are the best cafe in Merimbula?
You can see the full ranked list of the best cafe in Merimbula on Starworks at starworks.com.au/best/cafes/merimbula. Each is scored on Google rating, review volume, and online presence.
How does The Lakeside compare to competitors in Merimbula?
The Lakeside is scored 40/100 and compared head-to-head against other cafe in Merimbula on rating, number of Google reviews, and online presence. Businesses with more recent reviews and a higher average rating rank above those with fewer.
How can The Lakeside improve their ranking and reputation score?
The fastest wins are: consistently asking happy customers for Google reviews, keeping the average rating at 4.8+, responding to every review, and keeping website and contact details current. Tools like Starworks automate review requests and AI responses — most businesses see measurably more reviews within weeks, and offer a free trial to start.
How often is The Lakeside's score updated?
Scores are recalculated regularly from the latest publicly available Google data (typically refreshed about every two weeks). Check back to track progress over time.
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