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Blue 36 Café

Blue 36 Café is known for bright smiles and speedy service. They offer a thoughtful breakfast and lunch menu, and their chorizo scramble and cold brews draw a steady weekday crowd. Coffee is reliably tasty and stronger than the usual corporate blends, making it ideal for morning commuters.

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Venn Café - North Sydney

Located on Miller Street, Venn blends a community spirit with varied menu offerings. With comfortable seating and a wide breakfast and lunch menu—including bagels, pancakes, roti, and wraps—it works for coworker catch-ups or solo work sessions. Staff are attentive and efficient, and coffee is reliably good.

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Single O Surry Hills

Single O is a laid‑back café known for its top‑notch coffee and creative brunch plates like corn fritters and chicken toasties. The warehouse‑style space is light and friendly, with outdoor seating that draws in weekend crowds. It’s the birthplace of the Café Milk Tap System and a favourite among locals who appreciate a single‑origin pour‑over or cold brew.

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Paramount Coffee Project

Set in a bright, open space flooded with natural light, Paramount Coffee Project blends dishes like chicken‑and‑waffles and baked eggs with quality coffee in a space that feels part gallery, part café. A collaboration born from specialty roasters and industry creatives, PCP brings a refined touch without losing its laid‑back charm. Whether you’re after cronuts or a BKE, this place nails it.

Reuben Hills

Reuben Hills is big on smoky and bold flavours. The long, narrow room is dark and moody with an industrial‑chic vibe that matches their specialty roast straight from the micro‑roaster upstairs. The menu travels globally but stays rootsy and rich, paired with solid coffee. It’s perfect for mates who love adventurous brunches and a café with character.

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Beloved Cafe - Surry Hills

Beloved sits on Elizabeth Street like a hidden gem. With hearty breakfast burgers, avocado toast, and vegan‑friendly waffles, it balances quality and comfort. The portions are generous, and the prices are fair. The vibe is peaceful and welcoming—exactly what you want when catching up with mates over a long brunch. It quietly earns fan loyalty without the hype, and once mates discover it, you’ll be their go‑to.

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Two Good Eggs Cafe

Two Good Eggs is all about comfort brunch done well. Think perfectly poached eggs, buttermilk pancakes, crunchy croissants, generous breakfasts with homemade touches. Portions are big, flavours are classic, and prices are sensible. The coffee is reliable, and the staff are friendly. It’s exactly what you and your mates would want.

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Brewtown Newtown

Housed in a character-filled heritage building, Brewtown Newtown is famous for its brewnuts—a crisp-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside croissant-doughnut treat. Their house-roasted beans produce a beautifully balanced latte, while hearty breakfast dishes like eggs Benedict and polenta bowls fuel creative kickstarts. The space, with big windows and communal tables, is ideal for lingering over work, chats, or people-watching.

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The Front Room Newtown

The Front Room feels like one of Newtown’s hidden gems. Known for its standout acai bowls, halloumi toast, and expertly brewed coffee, this relaxed spot blends dessert-worthy smoothie bowls with espresso done right. It can get busy on weekends, but the easygoing atmosphere makes it well worth the visit.