Sydney is known for its coastal walks, rockpool dips and excellent brunches and its breakfast game is just as strong. From outrageously fluffy pancakes to modern Australian or Mediterranean fare, the city offers a range of delicious flavours to fuel up. Whether you’re in western Sydney or soaking up the sun in the Northern Beaches, you’ll find a breakfast spot to suit your tastes. Ready to kickstart your day? Here are some of the best breakfast spots in Sydney that will tempt even the most dedicated night owls out of bed.
1. Bills
One of Sydney’s original breakfast destinations, Bills has perfected the art of creamy scrambled eggs and ricotta pancakes, the two standout menu offerings that have made it a local favourite. Founded by Bill Granger in Darlinghurst in 1993, it’s become a must-visit spot for breakfast lovers, with locations now in Tokyo, Honolulu, Seoul and London. With a winning combination of wholesome food, great coffee and a laidback ambiance, a breakfast at Bills will set the right tone for the rest of your day. Check out their full menu here.
📍 Bondi Beach, Darlinghurst, Double Bay, Surry Hills
2. Devon
Since opening in 2013, Devon in North Sydney has quickly become a local hero and influenced breakfast culture like few others. The cafe effortlessly blends fine dining with casual café fare offering everything from Japanese sandos to indulgent toasties. If you’re after something healthy and fun, this spot should be on the top of your list. Standout menu items include Japanese-style omelettes and coconut jam toasts that are perfectly complemented with an excellent flat white.
📍 19/200 Barangaroo Ave, Barangaroo
3. Single O
Is coffee the most important part of the day for you? Head straight to Single O for a cup of freshly brewed coffee and equally good vibes. Beyond the coffee, the menu is stacked with breakfast favourites like fried eggs on toast, falafel bowls, chicken toasties, corn fritters and more. The atmosphere is also inviting and reminiscent of Melbourne’s many laneway cafes.
📍 60-64 Reservoir St, Surry Hills
4. Shuk
Offering Israeli and Mediterranean food for breakfast, Shuk has become a longstanding favourite among brekkie lovers. Their menu is directly influenced by Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines with items including breads, dips, baked eggs and sandwiches. You can’t visit this breezy spot without trying their shakshuka and the classic slow-cooked lamb with hummus which will keep you full until lunchtime and beyond. Check out their full menu here.
📍 Bondi, Chatswood, Elizabeth Bay, Surry Hills
5. Porch and Parlour
With a coveted beachside location and plenty of outdoor seating, Bondi’s Porch and Parlour is the ideal first stop on your next coastal walk or swim. This small cafe delivers big with an extensive menu offering everything from grilled cheese and kimchi sandwiches to mascarpone hotcakes, breakfast burritos, salad bowls and bakery items. Their poached eggs are a year-round winner and their Bloody Marys and mimosas hit the spot on a hot day. If you’re on a health kick, you’ll also find a variety of of healthy smoothies and green drinks.
📍 17-18/110 Ramsgate Ave, North Bondi
6. Circa Espresso
We’ve raved about Circa before in our roundup of best cafes in Parramatta but this hole-in-the-wall café is easily one of the finest breakfast and brunch spots in not just Parramatta but all of Sydney. With an eclectic setting that includes graffiti on the walls, dim lighting and a laneway cafe aesthetic, this prime western Sydney spot doles out excellent farm-to-table cuisine. The menu is seasonal so you can expect something fresh and new every few months but their famous ottoman eggs and crispy sourdough waffles are perennial favourites.
📍 21 Wentworth St, Parramatta
7. Rising Sun Workshop
Sydney’s first communal motorbike workshop and ramen bar is a hotspot for ramen lovers and their breakfast ramen is one of the most unique breakfast experiences on this list. The dish comes with hearty noodles, bacon, egg and charred tomato in butter-toast broth and generous portions that will keep you full for a long time after your meal. Other menu highlights include kimchi toasties, the classic avocado and egg and Hiramasa kingfish tataki. Check out everything else on their menu here.
📍1C Whateley St, Newtown
8. Happyfield
Happyfield is a vibrant, yellow-hued American-style diner located in Haberfield, Sydney’s inner west. Although a relatively new addition to the breakfast scene, it’s already made waves with its delicious breakfast fare. Happyfield offers sky-high pancake stacks like the savoury stack with fried eggs, bacon, and coffee crumbs, or the sweet stack with white chocolate, chantilly cream, and Canadian maple syrup. You can also opt for their breakfast bowls or burgers with a side of cocktails.
📍96 Ramsay St, 72 Dalhousie St, Haberfield
9. Pina
You can’t go wrong with Room Ten’s sister venue Pina. Bacon and egg rolls, avo toast, chickpea pancakes and cauliflower sandwiches are on offer at this snug little spot. The most popular items on their breakfast menu are the humble bacon and egg roll and the sausage and egg roll but don’t be fooled by their simplicity — packed with house-made harissa and aioli the flavour is outstanding and totally worth queueing up for. Currently open for breakfast and lunch, Pina plans to launch a dinner service in the future.
📍 4/29 Orwell St, Potts Point
10. Fika Swedish Kitchen
Fika is a Swedish word that refers to taking a break for coffee and a bite. So if you like your mornings slow and your breakfast hearty, Fika Swedish Kitchen in Manly is the place to be. This seaside cafe offers good views, good vibes and good food. Try the Swedish meatballs with mashed potato, pickled cucumber, housemade gravy and lingonberry jam or get your fill of greens with the Nordic salad packed with barley, lentils, avocado, greens, strawberries, feta, dill, pickled chilli and hot smoked trout. Other breakfast staples include the classic eggs on toast, bacon and egg rolls and granola bowls.
📍 5B Market Pl, Manly
11. Ristretto & Co
Well known for bringing some hipster flair to Western Sydney, Ristretto & Co is a relatively under-the-radar spot in Liverpool that has quickly become one of the area’s top coffee spots. Popular menu items include mouthwatering apple crumble muffins, Eggs Poached in Tomato Sauce, chicken paninis, avo smash, and more. Check out more menu offerings here.
📍 Shop 2/158 Northumberland St, Liverpool
12. Auvers Cafe
Auvers Cafe is a lively French-inspired spot with outposts in Rhodes and Darling Square. Offering a menu that is as colourful as it is eclectic, you can enjoy everything from matcha pancakes to pizza bagels and tiramisu French toast. Auvers also serves up delicious brunch and dinner options, along with excellent cocktails and an all-you-can-eat menu, so you can indulge any time of the day. Make a booking here.
📍83/1 Rider Blvd, Rhodes
📍Shop 4/12 Nicolle Walk, Haymarket
13. Brickfields
This one’s for breakfast dessert lovers. Brickfields is a go-to spot for all things bread and is typically packed to the brim with diners. From loaves of sourdough and rye to speciality bread, bacon rolls, pastries, cakes, and tarts, it’s a carb lover’s paradise. They also supply bread to a number of cafes around Sydney so you can count on quality. Also on the menu is quiche with a side salad, toasted croissants and pastry boxes, perfect for a sweet treat.
📍206 Cleveland St, Chippendale
14. Three Blue Ducks
Housed in an airy warehouse within The Cannery, Three Blue Ducks serves up a range of hearty breakfast dishes. Their king prawn and sambal scrambled eggs or the buttermilk and tortilla-crusted fried chicken burger packed with flavourful kimchi, green oak, tomato and Ssamjang aioli are must-tries. Wash it all down with a lychee mimosa or Bloody Mary if you’re not in the mood for coffee.
📍 1/85 Dunning Ave, Rosebery
📍 15 Meagher St, Chippendale
15. The Brightside
One of the best things about Sydney is the city’s indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Don’t just take our word for it, though — that’s according to Condé Nast Traveller UK, which recently named Sydney the world’s very best city for that very reason. And perhaps no cafe better illustrates this uniquely Sydney lifestyle interaction than The Brightside. Taking up prime position on the ground floor of Mona Vale Surf Lifesaving Club, this breezy indoor-outdoor spot is as close to the sand as a cafe can get. This is no mere beach kiosk, though — the menu features a considered selection of sweet and savoury breakfast classics, complemented by a coffee menu by Brookvale roaster Nine Yards. Sunrise swim and pancake stack, anyone?
📍 1 Surfview Rd, Mona Vale
16. Kurumac
Another fusion gem, Kurumac is all about Japanese teas and comfort food. The sister cafe to Cool Mac in Kirribilli, this underrated spot offers a mix of tasty noodles, udon bowls, toasties and curried scrambled eggs with tempura prawns. Another cool standout feature — there’s jazz on speakers and a vending machine offering gyoza and bonsai. Come for the breakfast, stay for the vibes.
📍 107 Addison Rd, Marrickville
17. Dutch Smuggler
This blink-and-you-miss-it spot packs all the ingredients for a solid dining experience and regulars know to get here early to grab a seat. Their simple breakfast menu consists of a few reliable favourites like bacon and egg rolls, avo toasts and coffee. But the highlight is their delicious Mie Goreng toasties which have become a local favourite and for good reason. Spicy, tangy and oozing with flavour, these toasties are the breakfast you didn’t know you needed.
📍 200 George St, Sydney
18. Two Chaps
Two Chaps is a top contender for some of the best vegan and vegetarian breakfast options in town. When it opened its doors back in 2014, it was a unique offering at a time when vegan cafes were still a rarity in Sydney. Today it’s a beloved spot among locals and continues to serve up delicious dishes. The menu features delicious Mediterranean salads and sandwiches, hash browns and sourdough crumpets, vegan doughnuts and a variety of excellent baked goods.
📍122 Chapel St, Marrickville
19. Paramount Coffee Project
Housed in the foyer of Paramount House, the Paramount Coffee Project is a light, spacious and breezy space perfect for slow mornings and catchups. You really can’t go wrong with the coffee here but the breakfast menu is equally impressive. From soft baked eggs to lush skillet pancakes, fried chicken waffles and more, this cosy spot has something for every craving, especially if you’re fighting a hangover.
📍80 Commonwealth St, Surry Hills
20. Glory Days
Glory Days is an all-day diner serving up light and delicious breakfast fare with world-class views of Bondi Beach. Expect fresh staples like acai bowls, croissants, mushroom toasts, breakfast bowls, breakfast burritos, sandwiches, and chilli scrambled eggs. Fuel up for breakfast and enjoy excellent views while you’re at it at this picture-perfect spot. Check out their full menu here.
📍Bondi Pavilion, Shop/3 Queen Elizabeth Dr, Bondi Beach