Looking for a cafe with a view in Sydney? Or how about something uniquely themed? We’ve got a quirky collection of cafes in Sydney just for you!
There’s no denying that Sydney has a cool collection of cafes plotted around the city. From cat themed cafes to establishments hidden in a park, bakeries, coffee shops and even some that will make you feel like you’ve stepped into a thriving florist. So clear your plans and round up your friends as we explore the best and most unique cafes in Sydney in 2025. Better yet, you can also get a buzz from these Best Bottomless Brunches in Sydney too!
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The Boat House Palm Beach
Any true Sydneysider knows that The Boathouse Group are masters of attaining beautiful waterside venues and pairing them with their famous menu and interior fit outs. And, The Boathouse Palm Beach is no exception thanks to their stunning location on the water. This beachside cafe has everything you need for your brunchtime feed. For your visit we recommend to get your coffee made for takeaway as you then take a leisurely stroll up to the Barrenjoey Head Lighthouse for some smashing views too.
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Botanica Vaucluse
If you would like bottomless Champagne with a side of luxury, then Botanica Vaucluse has got you covered. A beautiful venue sets the tone for an unforgettable bottomless lunch, which includes a luxe four course tasting menu and Champagne. We recommend the Pan Roast Barramundi with fennel, green apple and skordalia. The meals are served with artisan bread and their famous chips, which all for $120 per person sounds good to us.
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Catmosphere Cat Cafe
Welcome to Sydney’s original cat cafe, Catmosphere! Tucked along Foveaux Street in Surry Hills, Catmosphere Cat Cafe is 100% dedicated to supporting recue cats and kittens. Catmosphere provides a safe space for displaced cats before they find their new loving homes. With different opportunities to cuddle up to a cat, this quirky cafe in Sydney has a Cat Lounge, a tiki-themed Treehouse, Kittyland for kittens, a Catflix Cat Cinema and, best of all, Cat Yoga!
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The Grounds of Alexandria
Hidden inside the bustling industrial streets of Alexandria is cafe brimming with a unique and magical charm. It’s The Grounds of Alexandria. Opening in early 2012, this Instagrammable cafe in Sydney has since grown into an urban sanctuary for Sydneysiders. Choose between The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe, The Potting Shed or The Garden for your mid breakfast to lunch fix. Otherwise, if you’d prefer to wander around, be sure to line up for their delicious doughnuts and freshly squeezed lemonade. Don’t forget to visit some of their on-site animals and check out the pop-up exhibitions.
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Happyfield
If you’re happy and you know it, line up at the happiest place in Sydney, Happyfield. This quirky Sydney cafe is our go-to spot for some of the tastiest American-style breakfast food around. Think breakfast bowls, brekkie burgers, eggs your way, legendary coffee and delicious shakes. Yet the real highlight are their famed pancake stakes, perfect for starting the weekend on a high. They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so why not make it the happiest with Happyfield!
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La Renaissance Patisserie
Let them eat cake! Located in The Rocks and Waterloo, La Renaissance Patisserie has been a haven for artisanal pastries for over 30 years and counting. Here you can munch down on a decadent selection of sweets including raspberry mousse goya’s, eclairs, cheesecakes, and much more. Plus, with great coffee and cute courtyard to explore, this is a must-visit unique cafe in Sydney.
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MISC Parramatta
This list wouldn’t be complete without including one of the most aesthetic cafes in Sydney, MISC Parramatta. Located in Parramatta Park, MISC opened to be the ultimate hub for its visitors – it’s a place of feasting, storytelling and even some drinking. Their menu is clean and creative, featuring the likes of a Mushroom Toastie for breakfast, Grilled Puttanesca King Prawns for lunch and plenty of other delicious goodies for dinner. With white-washed interiors, homemade iced tea and a charismatic yet balmy vibe, the only thing missing at MISC Parramatta is you!
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Paramount Coffee Project
Located in the heart of Surry Hills, Paramount Coffee Project is a collaboration between coffee professionals and culinary experts. This cafe boasts a stylish industrial vibe and serves a rotating selection of beans from various roasters worldwide. With a menu that offers a delightful surprise on every visit, to some surprise, this is also the home to some of Sydney’s Best Fried Chicken and Waffles. Regardless of your reason to visit, we can guarantee that it will be a memorable coffee experience!
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Rollers Bakehouse
For one of the best cafe experiences in Manly, look no further than Rollers Bakehouse. The craze of gourmet and beautifully-decadent pastries has well and truly struck and Rollers has done well to solidify their place as one of the best cafes on the Northern Beaches. Indeed, for your visit we recommend the Cinnamon Scroll, a Sausage Scroll and one of their specials which can be anything from a <em>Rhubarb & Pear Clafouti Tart to a Chorizo Quiche.
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Social Hideout
Considered as one of the most beautiful cafes in Sydney, when we think of great food and flowering blossoms covering every inch of space, we think of Social Hideout. With two locations in New South Wales – Parramatta and Waterloo – each venue is just as enchanting and breathtaking as one another. But, beyond the look and feel, Social Hideout also serves up a beautiful and equally aesthetic menu for you to dig into. Think Ferrero Rocher French Toast, giant cocktails, pink-hued coffee and a high tea offering fit for any queen or king. Just make sure you bring along a camera: this is one of the most Instagrammable cafes in Sydney!
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