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Best Cafes in Sydney NSW

Best Cafes in Sydney NSW: top 8 picks

  1. Takam · Darlinghurst · Cafes · 4.7 from 323 Google reviews Takam is a Filipino restaurant on Victoria Street in Darlinghurst, relaunched in 2024 with native Australian i...
  2. Wingboy Darling Square · Haymarket · Cafes · 4.6 from 1,184 Google reviews Wingboy Darling Square serves 13 house-made wing flavours, boneless tenders and loaded sides from its Steam Mi...
  3. Neptune's Grotto · Sydney · Restaurants · 4.6 from 551 Google reviews Neptune's Grotto is a basement Italian restaurant on Bridge Street from the Clam Bar team, focused on the cuis...
  4. 169 Darlinghurst · Darlinghurst · Cafes · 4.5 from 354 Google reviews All-day cafe and bar on the corner of William Street and Darlinghurst Road, with a dog-friendly terrace and ar...
  5. Door Knock · Sydney · Cafes · 4.4 from 914 Google reviews Underground cocktail and wine bar below Pitt Street in the Sydney CBD, reached via a long basement corridor.
  6. Mode Kitchen & Bar · The Rocks · Cafes · 4.4 from 444 Google reviews Mode Kitchen & Bar is a modern Australian restaurant at the Four Seasons Hotel Sydney, holding a Good Food Gui...
  7. Bill & Toni Italian Restaurant · Darlinghurst · Restaurants · 4.3 from 2,408 Google reviews Bill & Toni on Stanley Street combines an early-opening Italian cafe with an upstairs restaurant serving tradi...
  8. Auvers Dining Darling Square · Haymarket · Cafes · 4.3 from 1,908 Google reviews Auvers Dining Darling Square serves modern Australian brunch and dinner with Asian fusion influences in an art...
Door Knock
Door Knock

Door Knock

Cafes • B2/70 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000

4.4 (914) Google

Underground cocktail and wine bar below Pitt Street in the Sydney CBD, reached via a long basement corridor.

Opens at 4:00 PM Thursday
Arcade Sydney
Arcade Sydney

Arcade Sydney

Restaurants, Cafes, Fish & Chips, Fresh Food & Pantry, Wineries & Cellar Doors • 16 O'Connell Street, Sydney NSW

Bar and nightlife venue on O'Connell Street, Sydney CBD, spread across three levels in a heritage former bank.

Opens at 12:00 PM
Neptune's Grotto
Neptune's Grotto

Neptune's Grotto

Restaurants, Cafes • 44 Bridge Street, Sydney NSW 2000

4.6 (551) Google

Neptune's Grotto is a basement Italian restaurant on Bridge Street from the Clam Bar team, focused on the cuisine of northern Italy.

Opens at 12:00 PM Thursday
Three Bottle Man
Three Bottle Man

Three Bottle Man

Cafes • 1 Bulletin Pl, Sydney NSW 2000

4.2 (116) Google

Three Bottle Man is a café and bar at 1 Bulletin Place in Sydney, trading from breakfast hours into the evening on weekdays.

Open Now
Mode Kitchen & Bar
Mode Kitchen & Bar

Mode Kitchen & Bar

Cafes • 199 George St, The Rocks NSW 2000

4.4 (444) Google

Mode Kitchen & Bar is a modern Australian restaurant at the Four Seasons Hotel Sydney, holding a Good Food Guide Chef Hat.

Opens at 12:00 PM Thursday
Lankan Filling Station
Lankan Filling Station

Lankan Filling Station

Restaurants, Cafes • 58 Riley Street, Darlinghurst NSW

4.2 (703) Google

Lankan Filling Station on Riley Street, Darlinghurst serves Sri Lankan cooking with an Australian sensibility.

Opens at 5:00 PM
Bill & Toni Italian Restaurant
Bill & Toni Italian Restaurant

Bill & Toni Italian Restaurant

Restaurants, Cafes • 72-74 Stanley St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010

4.3 (2,408) Google

Bill & Toni on Stanley Street combines an early-opening Italian cafe with an upstairs restaurant serving traditional pasta, schnitzels, grills and family meals.

Opens at 6:30 AM Thursday
Auvers Dining Darling Square
Auvers Dining Darling Square

Auvers Dining Darling Square

Cafes • 12 Nicolle Walk, Haymarket NSW 2000

4.3 (1,908) Google

Auvers Dining Darling Square serves modern Australian brunch and dinner with Asian fusion influences in an art-inspired Haymarket setting.

Opens at 8:00 AM Thursday
Wingboy Darling Square
Wingboy Darling Square

Wingboy Darling Square

Cafes • 7 Steam Mill Lane, Haymarket NSW 2000

4.6 (1,184) Google

Wingboy Darling Square serves 13 house-made wing flavours, boneless tenders and loaded sides from its Steam Mill Lane location.

Opens at 4:30 PM Thursday
169 Darlinghurst
169 Darlinghurst

169 Darlinghurst

Cafes • 169 Darlinghurst Rd, Darlinghurst NSW 2010

4.5 (354) Google

All-day cafe and bar on the corner of William Street and Darlinghurst Road, with a dog-friendly terrace and artwork by George Raftopoulos.

Opens at 7:30 AM Thursday
Takam
Takam

Takam

Cafes • 324 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst NSW 2010

4.7 (323) Google

Takam is a Filipino restaurant on Victoria Street in Darlinghurst, relaunched in 2024 with native Australian ingredients.

Opens at 6:00 PM Thursday
Cafe Freda’s
Cafe Freda’s

Cafe Freda’s

Cafes • 191-195 Oxford St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010

4.2 (132) Google

Wine bar and eatery on the corner of Oxford and Flinders streets, Taylor Square, Darlinghurst, Sydney.

Opens at 4:00 PM tomorrow
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Frequently Asked Questions

1.What are the best cafes near me in Melbourne?

The Best Cafes near you in Melbourne at Food and Wine with Love are:

Merchant & Maker

Mornington Peninsula Roasters

Mr Curtis

 

2.What makes a cafe the best in Melbourne?

The best cafes are characterised by excellent coffee, a diverse and delicious menu, friendly service, a welcoming atmosphere, and positive reviews from customers.

3.Are there affordable cafes near me in Melbourne?

Absolutely. Many of the best cafes offer high-quality food and beverages at reasonable prices, making them accessible for all budgets.

 

4.Do cafes in Melbourne offer vegetarian or vegan options?

Yes, many top cafes offer a wide range of vegetarian and vegan options to cater to diverse dietary preferences.

5.Are there child-friendly cafes near Melbourne?

Yes, many cafes near Melbourne are family-friendly and offer kid-friendly menu items or a welcoming environment for families with children.

 

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