Enjoy a tour through Sydney's gastronomic wonders with our selection of top-rated cafés, each offering a unique blend of tradition and innovation, though not necessarily the most recent. From the farm-fresh creations of Stix in Marrickville to the exquisite decor and delicate delicacies of Mayflower, a wide range of gastronomic experiences await your palate.
At The Fold, try the melt-in-your-mouth Japanese Cotton Cheesecake, and at Sevens Specialty Coffee, enjoy the ideal brews and wonderful sweets. Feel the warmth of the joyful atmosphere at Happyfield Cafe, or satisfy your cravings guilt-free with gluten-free treats from Wholegreen Bakery. Whether you want sandwiches and baked pasta during the day or cocktails and natural wines at night, Fabbrica has got you covered. For bagel lovers, Lox in a Box provides customisable treats that will keep you going back for more.
Join Expat Choice on a culinary journey around Sydney's top cafes, where each bite offers a tale of flavour and ingenuity, not always the most recent. Main Image: Wholegreen Bakery Facebook Page
Mayflower
Mayflower, a cafe housed in an art deco structure, gives the sensation of being in a boutique floral store, and the designers have gone to great lengths to enhance the beauty of the space and celebrate fine furnishings. Step in and feel all your concerns melt away as you bite into their exquisite delicacies and enjoy a cup of fresh, delicious coffee. We enjoy their Ferrero Rocher French Toast with hazelnuts, sour cream, and grilled peaches; Croque Monsieur with an enticing truffle paste; and Calamari with kaffir lime salt, sansho pepper, lemon, and fermented kombu soy sauce. Yum! Image Credit: The Mayflower Facebook Page
a. 2/303A Liverpool St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia
fb. www.facebook.com/themayflowersydney
The Fold (CLOSED)
Entering adulthood entails not only a multitude of responsibilities but also the sheer delight of indulging in a melt-in-your-mouth Japanese Cotton Cheesecake infused with Tahitian Vanilla Bean, skillfully crafted by The Fold's in-house chefs. Alongside their exquisite desserts, the cafe gained renown for its rich Sri Lankan cuisine, boasting flavours that pack a punch with every bite. Unfortunately, The Fold has closed its doors, but you can now visit their new restaurant & bar @kurumba.syd in Surry Hills. Stay tuned and see you there! Image Credit: The Fold. Sri Lankan Inspired Facebook Page
a. 402 New Canterbury Rd, Dulwich Hill NSW 2203, Australia
Sevens Specialty Coffee
Imagine yourself working hard all day, waiting for that cup of coffee in the evening that will make all of the sweat and anxiety worthwhile. This is the type of coffee you can purchase at Sevens Specialty Coffee. Melt away all your worries with their excellent brews prepared from the greatest beans and technologies. While there, try Toasties, Sourdough, Wagyu Sliced Beef Bagel with fermented dijon, slaw, pimento cheese, greens and crisps, as well as a wonderful Fish Bowl with salted cod, avocado, slaw, eggplant, green tomato and pickled onion. Image Credit: Sevens Specialty Coffee Facebook Page
Happyfield Cafe
When you go into Happyfield Cafe, you are reminded of something shiny, chirpy, and cheerful. The canary yellow tints and a crew that matches the ambiance with their lively demeanour make this the feel-good location we've all been yearning for. Come here not only for the coffee but also for the incredible pancakes with excellent Canadian maple syrup. On other days, we stroll in to eat Eggs + Toast with Canuk Bacon and Potato Hash Brown or Drippy Eggs, which are a must-try! You can also come here for lunch and a refreshing drink or beverage. Video Credit: Happyfield
a. 96 Ramsay St, 72 Dalhousie St, Haberfield NSW 2045, Australia
fb. www.facebook.com/happyfield.haberfield
Fabbrica
Fabbrica is a one-of-a-kind establishment that provides great sandwiches and baked pasta during the day and transforms into a wine bar at night, providing cocktails, natural wines, cheese and cold meats. The baked pasta delights and other goodies can be carried home, along with a bottle of wine from their excellent range. There are five tables in the courtyard, so arranging ahead of time will ensure you have a place to eat, a tradeoff we are willing to make after tasting their Beef Cheek and Cavalo Nero Lasagne. Image Credit: Fabbrica Pasta Shop Facebook Page
a. 161 King St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
fb. www.facebook.com/fabbricapastashop
Smalls Deli
Smalls Deli is the type of establishment you'd want to visit once and then return to every day; the good news is that they provide delivery. We recommend coming down there at least once to get a feel for the location, and even have them create you a personalised sandwich to take to work. We particularly enjoy their Vinnie Barbarino sandwich, which is created fresh with smoked turkey breast, brie, rhubarb compote, and rocket on a baguette. Their Croque Monsieur is quite popular, and it is only available before eleven a.m. Pair their savoury dishes with Kombu Kombucha or Ginger & Lemon Myrtle. Image Credit: Small's Deli Facebook Page
a. 1/166 Victoria St, Potts Point NSW 2011, Australia
fb. www.facebook.com/smallsdeli
ig. www.instagram.com/smallsdeli
t. +61 2 8592 5597
Wholegreen Bakery
Wholegreen Bakery's breads and bakes are delicious and gluten-free, so you may eat them all without worrying. Spread some butter on their freshly baked, handmade sourdough or have some croissants and muffins, or savouries like frittata, pastie, quiche, or pie, in between sips of coffee at home. The bakery also makes delectable sweet delicacies including biscuits, gingerbread, palmier, banana bread, brownies, and cakes like Dark Chocolate & Beetroot, Chai-spiced Carrot Cake, and Lemon Coconut Cake. Get these wonderful sweets delivered to your door or visit the bakery and choose the baked delicacy that tempts you! Image Credit: Wholegreen Bakery Facebook Page
a. 257 Clarence St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
fb. www.facebook.com/wholegreenbakery
Lox in a Box
Bagel fans will want to live here because Lox in a Box does an excellent job with them. Not only are the baked goods wonderful, but they also offer a variety of options and may be customised. We enjoy their schmear, which is house-whipped cream cheese with lemon, dill, and shallots. The bagels come with lox, hot salt beef, herbed egg salad (ideal for breakfast), vegetables, and schnitzel. Every Friday, they prepare special Shabbat Boxes that include challah, lox, dips, and pickles; don't miss out on this delight. Image Credit: Lox in a Box Facebook Page
a. Shop 2/96 Glenayr Ave, North Bondi NSW 2026, Australia
fb. www.facebook.com/loxinabox
Stix (CLOSED)
Stix, which was located in Marrickville, served exceptional food crafted with farm-fresh vegetables sourced from their own farm. This cafe was a hidden gem, celebrated especially for its heavenly croissants. Diners delighted in their Omelette featuring charred farm greens, miso eggplant, and ginger shallot sauce; relished the Chapel St Oyster Mushrooms with rye, poached egg, and truffle butter, or indulged in the Creme Brulee Brioche with fresh mango and passionfruit caramel. While these dishes showcased fresh ingredients, patrons didn't miss out on their tantalizing desserts and bakes, including the Lemon Tea Cake, Dark Chocolate Mango Sphere, and Chocolate & Orange Babka. Unfortunately, Stix has permanently closed. Stay updated by following their social media channels listed below. Image Credit: Stix Catering
a. 20 Chapel St, Marrickville NSW 2204, Australia
w. stix.com.au
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