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Adriano Zumbo Cafe Chocolat
Parisian style chocolate cafe
From the same famed Balmain patissier known for his sumptuous, edible sculptures comes this new Cafe Chocolat. Drop in for a traditional parisian style hot chocolate or a delicious dessert such as ‘La Vie en Rose’ and ‘Miss Marple Deconstructed’.
- Address
- 308 Darling Street, Balmain
- Phone
- 9555 1199
Alimentari
Delightful cafe in leafy street
Tucked-away at the end of William Street, Alimentari is a charming eat-in-deli. Loved by locals, this little piece of Italy in Paddington offers fantastic coffee, delicious handmade Italian food and other outstanding delicacies.
- Address
- 2 Hopetoun Street, Paddington.
- Phone
- 02 9358 2142
Ampersand Cafe & Bookstore
Second-hand bookshop cafe
Diners can feed their minds and stomachs at Ampersand, where second-hand books line the walls of this cosy cafe. Join Paddington locals for a relaxed coffee or Australian and Mediterranean cuisine.
- Address
- 78 Oxford Street, Paddington
- Phone
Avenue Road Café
Quirky, smart café
Between their comfy leather banquette, art deco flourishes, outdoor brekkie delights and fabulous coffee, this bustling café has developed a loyal following from locals and become quite the meeting point for friends, families and pets.
- Address
- 185 Avenue Rd, Mosman
- Phone
- 9969 8999
Badde Manors
Eclectic, bohemian coffee house
This iconic cafe has stood the test of time and remains legendary in Sydney's inner suburbs. With an eclectic feel, Badde Manors serves exceptional coffees and gelatos, and offers a sophisticated menu that blends vegetarian, Asian and African cuisines.
- Address
- 37 Glebe Point Road, Glebe
- Phone
- 9660 1835
Bar Coluzzi
Popular cafe, renowned for its rich espresso
- Address
- 322 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst.
- Phone
- 02 9380 5420
bills Surry Hills
Smart cafe in central location
A refreshing, relaxed approach to modern Australian dining with a winning formula of great coffee, fresh produce, exceptional service and world-famous eggs.
- Address
- 359 Crown Street, Surry Hills.
- Phone
- 02 9360 4762
Cafe Hernandez
Quirky cafe open 24/7
Iconic and family run, Cafe Herndandez is full of beans and open 24/7. The eclectic decor, freshly roasted coffee and authentic Spanish menu provide a bohemian blend as curious as its clientele.
- Address
- 60 Kings Cross Rd, Potts Point.
- Phone
- 9331 2343
Ciao Thyme
Fine food cafe and providore
This corner delicatessen sells top shelf Australian produce from Hunter Valley cheeses to Barossa bacon. Lovingly made meals with a selection of salads, pastas, fresh juices, coffee and Mum’s cakes.
- Address
- 212 Darling Street, Balmain
- Phone
- 9555 5455
Dolcetta
Café providore
Italian specials reminiscent of home cooking complete with BYO option and festive Maitre D.' Dolcetta is a providore of succulent and memorable eating.
- Address
- Shop 4/165 Victoria Street, Potts Point
- Phone
- 9331 5899
Fifi Foveaux
Red and gold designer cafe
The ruby wallpaper, red chandeliers, Phillipe Starck gnome stools and fancy decor spell posh but things are kept deliciously simple here. Expect fine coffee and food at great prices in this bustling hangout.
- Address
- 428 Crown Street, Surry Hills.
- Phone
- 02 9380 6881
Fratelli Paradiso
Bistro e pasticceria
Iconic and perennially hip, Fratelli Paradiso is an all-Italian bistro and pasticceria with a weekly changing blackboard menu and knowledgeable and professional service. This eatery is deeply woven into Sydney's culinary folklore.
- Address
- 12-16 Challis Avenue, Potts Point.
- Phone
- 9357 1744
Jackies Cafe
Cafe, restaurant and bar
Now open for dinner Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, this buzzing Paddington cafe and sushi bar is adored by many a local and celebrity. Bustle your way into the sunny courtyard and settle in for a great brew and amongst a cool Sydney crowd or bunker down for a relaxed meal and a chat.
- Address
- 1c Glenmore Road (cnr Oxford Street), Paddington.
- Phone
- 9380 9818
Kawa Cafe
Charming cafe, creative crowd
A Parisian-style cafe where creatives gather and indulge in organic meals. Big brekkies, great coffee, homemade cakes, biscuits, pies and a locally renowned luscious organic chicken meatball sandwich.
- Address
- 346-350 Crown Street, Surry Hills.
- Phone
- 02 9331 6811
Koko Espresso Bar
Delightful, cool espresso bar
Effortlessly cool, Koko is top on the to-do list of coffee addicts. Sumptuous brekkie and lunch menu including flavoursome sandwiches that locals traverse Sydney for. (Voted 5 out of 5 beans, Sydney Coffee Guide, ’05, ’06 & ‘07).
- Address
- 2/118 Devonshire Street (entry via Holt St).
- Phone
- 8399 0100
Lumiere
Smart cafe & French pattisserie
Spacious and light, Lumiere is popular among locals for its delicious dishes and exquisite gourmet delicacies. Pop into their French Patisserie for their coveted orange cake, lemon tart and other luscious French pastries.
- Address
- 13/ 417 Bourke Street, Surry Hills.
- Phone
- 02 9331 6184
Mano Espresso
Licensed cafe
Make like you're in Rome at this licensed espresso cafe. The Campos coffee is made to perfection by owner and barista Tino Pangallo, and the delectable menu caters for a spectrum of eaters, including vegans.
- Address
- 73 St John's Road, Glebe
- Phone
- 9566 4499
Remy & Lee's
Corner cafe with memorable chemistry
Fixed gear bikes, eclectic furnishings and exhibition cubicles meet with Black Star pastries and The Little Marionette coffee at this couple-run corner cafe brimming with warmth and personality. Perfect for breakfast and lunch.
- Address
- 547 Bourke Street, Surry Hills.
- Phone
- 0404 384 014
sidePLATE
Charming espresso bar and catering
This little ‘local’ is the bit-on-the-side espresso bar of bespoke caterer PLATED. Serving quality coffee and an all day brunch style menu, be sure to try their free-range egg and honey dishes, incorporating their own farm products.
- Address
- 664 Bourke Street, Redfern East
- Phone
- T: 9699 6000
Single Origins Roasters
Boutique coffee for serious coffee lovers
Quality-crazed coffee company that roasts sustainably grown coffees from around the world. This store is where they serve up their outstanding espresso, take home packs of freshly roasted coffee and delicious food too.
- Address
- 60-64 Reservoir Street, Surry Hills.
- Phone
- 9211 0665
The Little Marionette
Boutique coffee and beans
Caffeine addicts can't go past this Parisian-inspired espresso bar where a team of impeccably trained baristas in matching striped shirts turn out luscious, creamy coffees using their many boutiquely roasted blends of beans. Sink into a cushiony sofa or pick a colourful rug from the basket and join the regulars at Gladstone Park across the road.
- Address
- 1a Booth Street, Balmain
- Phone
- 9810 9728
The Penny Royal
Pint-sized espresso bar with Campos Superior Coffee
The Penny Royal is an intimate espresso bar tucked away in a Mosman lane way. The space is a wonderful amalgamation of smart design and street cred. It offers consistently beautiful coffee coupled with simple yet eclectic breakfast and lunch.
- Address
- Rear Shop 2, 563 Military Rd, Mosman
- Phone
- 9960 7502
Toast Café
Exclusive café of gourmet delights
A fashionable haunt of foodies from all over Sydney, this incredible café, caterer and gourmet retail store has delectable selection of cheese, jams, pasta, olive oil, bread, coffee, tea and gifts
- Address
- 45 Reservoir Street, Surry Hills
- Phone
- 02 9280 2615
Toby's Estate Potts Point
Distinctive coffee and tea
Offering very distinctive high altitude coffees, this cosy establishment sources, roasts, distributes and prepares all their own coffee. Sample and savour the wide variety of coffee beans and loose-leaf teas from around the globe.
- Address
- Manning & Macleay Sts, Potts Point.
- Phone
- 8356 9264
Tropicana Cafe
Spacious cafe, open to sidewalk
- Address
- 227 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst.
- Phone
- 02 9360 9809
True Religion Espresso Bar
Delicious Espresso Bar
Devotees to deliciousness and the perfect blend, True Religion use their own specialty roast and offer a Single Origin bean each week. Relax in this tiny urban cafe and indulge in smooth espressos, house-baked muffins, mueslis, panini and sweets.
- Address
- Shop 2, 415 Darling Street
- Phone
- 9555 5339
VELLA NERO coffee couture
Award winning coffee roasted instore
"Champion Espresso" and "Sydney's Best Coffee" are just two of the many official accolades awarded to in-store coffee roastery, cafe and retail store, VELLA NERO - a one-stop-shop for all things coffee couture.
- Address
- Shop 3, 259 Clarence Street, Sydney.
- Phone
- 9268 0755
Yuga Floral Design & Cafe
Cafe, florist and flower design school
Influenced by Ikebana, a traditional Japanese form of flower arrangement, owner Setsuko Yanagisawa's deeply thoughtful and elegant flower arrangements make this a unique florist-cum-cafe. Enjoy an Italian-inspired brunch, lunch or dinner.
- Address
- 172 St Johns Road, Glebe
- Phone
- 9692 8604
Zinc Bar
Popular cafe with seasonal menu - BYO
Relax inside or outside at this popular licensed cafe. Seasonally driven breakfast, lunch and dinner dishes makes this a favourite hangout for the locals.
- Address
- 77 Macleay St, Potts Point
- Phone
- 9358 6777