2042 Café & Deli

Fresh deli produce and café dining

Fresh produce in baskets, shelves of artisan produce, cheese wheels and Sonoma loaves are but a morsel of the menu options on offer at this spacious hideaway. Share tables and rustic cues compliment its friendly essence.

Address

403-405 King St, Newtown

Phone

9550 2500

Adriano Zumbo Cafe

Parisian style chocolate cafe

From the same famed Balmain patissier known for his sumptuous, edible sculptures comes this new cafe in Rozelle. Impeccably displayed on slithers of gilt cardboard are cakes, chocolates and pastries as well as Zumbo's iconic macarons.

Address

114 Terry Street, Rozelle

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

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

9380 6617

Ampersand Surry Hills

Brunch, dinner, cocktails & books

Feed your minds and stomach at Ampersand's latest space, where second-hand books line the walls of this breezy cafe and wine bar. All day breakfasts to soothe the night before meet with an extended dinner tapas range and cocktails.

Address

413 Crown St, Surry Hills

Phone

9318 1116

Avenue Road Cafe

Quirky, smart cafe

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

Bakerman

Licensed Patisserie/Café

Lebanese born owner, Antoun Jabbour, embodies the village-feel of his birthplace in his licensed patisserie. Sit in the outdoor square and order from a menu serving perfected family recipes, sourced from both staff and customers.

Address

2/65 Erskineville Rd, Erskineville

Phone

8090 0204

Bangbang café & espresso bar

Café & espresso bar, licensed

A true local cafe serving good honest food made with fresh produce and quality ingredients including the crowd pleasing Fish Finger Sarnie, Welsh Rarebit or their signature Wagyu Burger. Coffee by Campos

Address

113 Reservoir Street

Phone

9281 0018

Barmuda

Buzzing, great coffee, breakfast & lunch

Big on light, breeze and rustic elements, Barmuda has been a buzzing local nook for over 15 years. The fun loving staff, great breakfast and lunch make it the perfect second home or an idle stop off

Address

283 Australia St, Newtown

Phone

9516 3341

Belljar Coffee

Little cafe

Get cosy on Nan's furniture to the sound of your old man's record collection at Belljar. Expect a friendly vibe that extends to pups, great coffee and food to order with only the finest ingredients.

Address

Shop 2/104 Alice St, Newtown

Phone

8096 4090

Benitos Cafe

University cafe Italian influence

Benito is serious about coffee, and he opened this Italian influenced cafe (a new and improved version of his original establishment) to prove it. Snack on bulging paninis and moreish cannoli alongside bang-for-your-buck coffee, of course.

Address

112-126 Broadway, Chippendale

Phone

9281 3204

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

Bird & Bear Boathouse

Killer breakfast, lunch and coffee

Embodying Otis Redding's 'Sitting On The Dock of the Bay', but instead of 'Frisco Bay, find yourself in E-Bay with your back to the city and your front to the boats on the water. Everything is dished up with style and love, and aims to please locals and visitors alike.

Address

1 Ithaca Rd, Elizabeth Bay

Phone

Black Pony Café

Cafe & bistro

The Black Pony is a welcome and hip addition to Coogee's main drag. Cafe by day and bistro by night, the setting is laid back sophistication with a French Italian fair. Don't miss the seared Dunstan Park duck breast or the orgagnic honey & vanilla bean panacotta. A galloping reputation as 'masters of the bacon and egg roll' suggests these guys are equally well versed in the signature Aussie breakfast.

Address

252 Coogee Bay Rd, Coogee

Phone

9664 9440

Black Star Pastry

Artisan pastry

Constantly receiving big love for its modern twist on Artisan hand-made pastries, Black Star Pastry's Little Marionette coffee, savory pies, gingerbread ninjas and baked specialties nourish people on stools out on Australia Street.

Address

277 Australia St, Newtown

Phone

9577 8656

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

Cafe Holm

Espresso, food & catering

This pint-sized cafe is a lesson in caffeine artistry. Come for the perfect lattes, courtesy of Marrickville roasters Coffee Alchemy, and a menu high on seasonal produce and inspired Scandinavian staples-cured and pickled with love.

Address

Shop 4, 165 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst

Phone

8094 9936

Cafe Jen

Colourful vintage cafe

Balmain's quieter side brings you the taste of simplicity. Surrounded by white walls, get comfortable on one of Jen's colourful vintage chairs and browse through the ever-changing menu of quality bites.

Address

Shop 3, 11/418 Darling St, Balmain

Phone

9818 3188

Cafe Mix at Shangri-La Hotel

All-day dining restaurant

Located on level one of the Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney, Cafe Mix, the hotel's all-day dining restaurant, offers an exquisite selection of international cuisine and mouth-watering desserts.

Address

Level 1, 176 Cumberland Street

Phone

9250 6206

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

Club Sandwich Bondi

Coffee shop and cafe

The bigger the better at this joint. The day begins with bacon and egg rolls and coffee from The Grounds Roasters, continuing into lunch with salads and sandwiches pilled high with deli goods. Finish off with their famous fresh iced watermelon juice.

Address

2 Jaques Avenue, Bondi

Phone

T: 9365 7250

Coffee Tea and Me

Hole-in-the-wall cafe

This buzzy cafe dishes up inventive bagels, left-field breakfasts and note-perfect lattes from a blink-and-you'll-miss-it nook. Pull up a sidewalk table and settle in for a caffeine fix that's high on retro goodness.

Address

87C Macleay Street, Potts Point

Phone

9332 2717

Di Bella Coffee Roasting Warehouse

Coffee roasting, accessories, brew bar

A hub for coffee aficionados, Di Bella Coffee Roasting Warehouse applies a sophisticated attention to the variety and preparation of the coffee bean. Learn about alternative brewing methods or look at the variety of machines, grinders and accessories while you enjoy brunch from their team of chefs.

Address

2/50 Holt Street

Phone

9699 9656

Elizabeth Bay Cafe

Cafe with a view

Inventive and charming in equal parts, this much-loved cafe keeps locals fuelled with Allpress coffee, buttermilk pancakes with butterscotch and and an egg white tortilla with spinach, fetta and chipotle that's the stuff of breakfast dreams.

Address

45 Elizabeth Bay Road, Elizabeth Bay

Phone

Fernside Coffee Shoppe

Hip cafe on Redfern's sunny side

The comforting drum of the barista dosing and tamping Campos coffee is Fernside's soundtrack. This cafe feels like a local's home with its inviting garden benches and all-day breakfasts. Welcome to the sunny side of Redfern.

Address

401B Cleveland Street (enter via Baptist St)

Phone

0425 343 304

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

Gypsy Espresso

Cafe & coffee

Caffeine is religion at this buzzy local espresso bar, luring coffee fiends with an in-house blend that's a tribute to flavour, aroma and taste. Pull up a table, order a latte and give in to caffeinated bliss.

Address

Shop 6, 81 Macleay Street (via Manning Street), Potts Point

Phone

8356 9264

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

Johnny's Window

Coffee from the soul

Johnny Karakitsos' coffee shop is a buzzing hole-in-the-wall that boasts a tasty brew from Caffe Di Gabriel, imaginative, freshly-made sandwiches and sweet treats - and if you're not in a hurry, a good 'ol yarn as well. If you're a strong and silent type, pull up a sidewalk table and drink in the dizzying view of the Sydney skyline along with your note-perfect latte. It's the kind of window you're bound to be looking through all day. Voted Best of Sydney Coffee in 2012, this is coffee made from the soul.

Address

Shop 5A, 1 Kings Cross Road, Rushcutters Bay

Phone

9357 3738

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

Le Petit Café

Authentic local French café

On of the Eastern Suburbs 'best kept secrets,' this backstreet French affair takes the origin seriously � from interior to tastes, coffee and crockery, the experience is real. Think crepes, baguettes and Di Gabriel coffee.

Address

63A Dudley St, Coogee

Phone

9665 0638

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

Me & Art

Contemporary Asian Art and Cafe

A welcoming café and art gallery tucked away in a beautifully restored terrace in Surry Hills. This contemporary Asian gallery specialises in affordable Japanese art. Me & Art also has a coffee roaster who creates sculptures from fresh roasted coffee and the perfect cup for you to enjoy in the graffitied courtyard.

Address

62 Mary Street Surry Hills

Phone

0432 280 356

Mecca Espresso CBD

Caffeine addicts' heaven

This caffeine addicts' heaven was named the city's best cafe by the Sydney Morning Herald, thanks to note-perfect espressos and a menu that focuses on the fresh, local and sustainable. It also offers cuppings, tastings and coffee education.

Address

67 King Street, Sydney

Phone

9299 8828

Mecca Espresso Circular Quay

Caffeine addicts' heaven

This caffeine addicts' heaven was named the city's best cafe by the Sydney Morning Herald, thanks to note-perfect espressos and a menu that focuses on the fresh, local and sustainable. It also offers cuppings, tastings and coffee education.

Address

Ground Floor, Goldfields House, 1 Alfred Street, Circular Quay

Phone

9252 7668

Museum of Contemporary Art

Contemporary art gallery

Australia’s Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) is dedicated to exhibiting, collecting and interpreting the work of today’s artists. With spacious galleries and public spaces that embrace one of the world’s most famous locations. Experience art into the evening with extended hours every Thursday.

Address

140 George Street, The Rocks

Phone

9245 2400

Porch Bread & Wine Parlour

Cafe, bakery and wine

Walking into Porch Bread & Wine Parlour you’ll find three venues in one. The bakery, with moreish pastries and pies; the cafe, serving coffee and eggs with trimmings; and the intimate wine bar, offering indulgent share boards.

Address

17/110 Ramsgate Avenue, Bondi Beach

Phone

9300 0111

Redleaf Kiosk

Great coffee, delicious food

This unassuming café is the complete package. Perched hillside overlooking an idyllic cove - think, calm water, soft sand and a harbour pool - Redleaf Kiosk Café offers views to Darling Point and the Harbour Bridge. If you can tear your eyes away from the horizon, you'll be equally impressed by the menu. Chilled drinks and fresh juices, great coffee and creamy smoothies, fresh salads and gourmet sandwiches - everything you need after a day of fun in the sun, or a swim at the Murray Rose Pool.

Address

536 New South Head Road, Double Bay

Phone

9327 8813

Reuben Hills

Surry Hills cafe

If you are obsessed with typography you’ll fall in love with Reuben Hills as soon as you see the slightly askew font that graces its signage, which hints at a different sort of inner city cafe. The deceptively small frontage gives way to a long, lean interior that stretches out towards a back alleyway. Inhabitating two levels, the ground floor is home to the cafe that serves coffees sourced from Central America and a simple but delicious menu that could have been lifted from a village diner in Honduras. The upper level is home to the coffee roasting laboratory where you can take part in coffee tastings every Friday at 10am, amongst the impressive coffee roasting equipment.

Address

61 Albion Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9211 5556

Room 10

Espresso bar & café

This pint-sized cafe doubles as a temple to caffeine, thanks to its signature Dark Horse blend brewed by cult local roasters Mecca. Try the excellent breakfast menu for a wholesome counterpart to your coffee addiction.

Address

10 Llankelly Place, Potts Point

Phone

0425 810 174

Single Origin Roasters

Boutique coffee for serious coffee lovers

Roasters of sustainably grown coffee from around the world. Serving up their outstanding espresso and delicious food from the cafe, the new Sideshow coffee bar alongside is ideal for a walk-by espresso or alternative brewing method.

Address

60 Reservoir Street, Surry Hills.

Phone

9211 0665

Societe Food and Wine Bar

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, tapas & wine

Societe brings a casual, friendly demeanour to everything from their decor and coffee to their food and wine. Relax before the leafy views of the alfresco dining area and indulge in Toby's Estate coffee, the esteemed big brekkie or a glass of wine.

Address

1/9-15 Danks St, Waterloo

Phone

9698 8899

Sonoma Cafe Bondi

Sourdough bakery

These signature scientists of sourdough bread and deluxe coffee have joined the down town Bondi culture with a tidy set up as part of a designer food and fashion development. From the organic flour to sea salt and downright passion poured into every loaf, Sonoma products are made with integrity - the most valuable ingredient of all. Enjoy diverse breads, gourmet sandwiches, in-house muesli, pastries and deluxe treats for home.

Address

R10/178 Campbell Pde, Bondi Beach

Phone

9130 1124

Sonoma Cafe Waterloo

Sonoma Baking Company Sourdough Bread

Inspired by the Northern Californian Sourdough culture, Sonoma Bakery is a master of naturally leavened bread. Their cafes sell sandwiches on dark crust miche sourdough alongside flaky pastries, assorted quiches and their very own signature range of muesli. In partnership with Single Origin Roasters their Seasonal blends are premium grade and sustainable.

Address

2/9 Danks Street, Waterloo

Phone

9699 1920

Sparkle Cupcakery & Luxe Espresso Kiosk

Cupcake devotees can get their sugar fix here. Baked daily, each Sparkle cupcake is hand finished and topped with a splash of colour. Sparkle incorporates all elements of luxury from the cupcakes, the service and the stunning packaging. Come and indulge in a sweet treat.

Address

Espresso Kiosk, Martin Place (between Elizabeth & Castlereagh St)

Phone

9361 0690

Sur Bourke Espresso Bar

Espresso Bar

From the mismatched vintage crockery to house baked muffins, delectable homemade menus and a mounted installation of collector bicycles, Sur Bourke - French for 'On Bourke' - fuses urban French with Sydney style.

Address

266 Bourke St, Darlinghurst

Phone

8084 9376

The Book Kitchen

Food, cookbooks, licensed

This warm cookbook-filled enclave with dynamic menu has won local hearts. Sample The Book Kitchen's repertoire of fresh, seasonally appropriate produce with coffee and newspapers in morning light or more exclusively with wine by night.

Address

255 Devonshire St, Surry Hills

Phone

0420 239 469

The Essential Ingredient

Food, cookware, cookbooks & classes

The kitchen can feed the soul when prepped with the finest ingredients, utensils, culinary books and advice. Along with a cooking school and cafe, this house of foodie passion is for aficionados and amateurs alike.

Address

731-735 Darling Street, Rozelle

Phone

9555 8300

The Fern

Café, restaurant, bar

A sophisticated dining alternative for Redfern, Mark Wiley and Julian Serna have created a cool haven with vintage furnishings, indoor plants and a stocked bar. Pop in for contemporary brunch, Gravity coffee, dinner, a glass of wine or a cocktail

Address

4 Pitt St, Redfern

Phone

8399 0070

The Grounds

Lunch, brunch and breakfast

There are a few ideas behind the name of The Grounds. One suggests its because almost everything served is grown on location, but others believe it's about the owners setting new grounds in quality coffee. The industrial warehouse turned sophisticated setting roasts coffee according to its origin and flavour profile to enhance unique tastes. And furthermore, despite this next level approach to early dining, the service and setting are humble and holistic - a refreshingly grounded, honest approach to first class produce.

Address

Building 7A, No.2 Huntley St, Alexandria

Phone

9699 2225

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 Local Bar

Wine, classic cocktails and espresso

Located down an unassuming alleyway, this lively little bar draws a cool crowd with its impressive wine list. Charcuterie and antipasti rule the produce-driven menu, encouraging you to linger with friends for hours.

Address

8 Young Lane, Neutral Bay

Phone

9953 0027

The Old City

Organic cafe with vintage collectables

Discover the shop that sells more than just organic coffee. Lose yourself in a world of vintage pieces from all corners of the globe. Get cosy with a book or two and perhaps take home a piece of history.

Address

1/386 Darling St, Balmain

Phone

0410 395 365

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

The Point Deli

Delicatessen, coffee shop, sandwich bar

With big lunch queues proof of their delicious deli, baked and sandwich goods, the converted house that is the Point Deli is a great spot to take in the local atmosphere.

Address

118 Blues Point Rd, McMahons Point

Phone

9955 1700

The Travel Cafe by Whitestar Travel

Coffee food travel

This cafe is all about changing the environment in which we book holidays. Expect coffee and snacks paired with travel magazines and books - plus iPads and consultants should you feel inspired to explore the globe.

Address

163 Glenayr Avenue, Bondi Beach

Phone

T: 9130 1345

The Wolf & Honeybee

Cafe and gallery

This cafe doubles as an exhibition space for local artists. The menu of ethically produced ingredients is simple but tasty. Cold drip and single origin Campos coffee is served. Retail items include Campos, Teacraft and Brasserie Bread.

Address

206 Edgeware Rd, Newtown

Phone

9517 4302

Three Beans Cafe Manly

Great coffee in Manly

Three Beans not only tastes good, but will leave you feeling great: coffee is organic and food is freshly prepared on site and packaged sustainably. Breakfast and lunch favourites include open sandwiches and healthy salads.

Address

2A Darley Road, Manly

Phone

9976 0255

Tigerbakers

Small Boutique Café Bar

In an urban tapestry that's ever changing, Tiger Bakers are here to stay. Famous for simple soul breakfasts and now their small boutique bar in the evenings, find nourishing food in an environment that nurtures.

Address

292-294 Victoria Sreet, Darlinghurst

Phone

93316991

Toast Cafe

Exclusive cafe 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

9280 2615

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

Twig Café

Garden café with sustainable produce

Twig Café treats the 'organic' claim seriously, with a solemn promise to sustainability that mixes with serious foodie credentials for an all day brekkie, high tea or lunch experience you won't forget. Stay tuned for news on evening fare.

Address

357 Cleveland St, Surry Hills

Phone

8021 6406

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