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The best Bondi cafes are known for two things – great coffee and beautiful people. While we can’t guarantee you’re going to bump into the latter, we can get off to a good start on the breakfast and brunch train. Whether you wanna grab a bite and a coffee after a morning swim or you wanna catch up with some friends over brunch, Bondi has you covered with its amazing cafes. Here is our list of the best cafes for breakfast and brunch in Bondi.
1. Parida Bondi
Parida Bondi is a family run business with meals are made from scratch using fresh ingredients only. Parida is known for its amazing menu filled with tasty dishes like Pardida’s Benedict, Avocado and feta smash. And with a wide selection of delicious coffees and drinks available all day long you’d be silly not to visit.
Address: Shop G08A, 180/186 Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
Phone: (02) 8069 7910
2. Side Room
Side Room is known for its fast, fresh and flavour-packed meals, with an emphasis on Aussie ingredients. The beef brisket bowl is a standout, it’s made in house with meat that’s slow-cooked for eight hours using a master stock, then sliced and served with caramelised onion, kimchi slaw and pickled cucumber.
Address: 180-186 Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
Phone: (02) 9977 1797
3. Bennett St Dairy
Bennett St Dairy is well known because it offers a farm to plate food experience with fresh seasonal produce. The menu here includes a mixture of Australian breakfast and lunch classics with their own twist. Why not try the Bennett St Bruschetta, Sourdouh topped with avocado, halloumi, poached egg, roast tomatoes and Chorizo house beans. But that’s not all on offer here, amazing coffee is made here from their state-of-the-art Victoria Arduino Black Eagle espresso machine.
Address: 73 Bondi Rd, Bondi NSW 2026
4. The Shop & Wine Bar
The Shop & Wine Bar is a favourite Bondi cafe for locals, by day its an amazing cafe and by night its a trendy wine bar. The menu changes with the seasons, most of the food components are made from scratch. The impressive wine list features mostly Australian wine list with a few European drops as well, all of which are organic, biodynamic and preservative-free.
Address: 78 Curlewis St, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
Phone: (02) 9365 2600
5. Chapter One
Chapter One is one of the best Bondi cafes for breakfast, brunch and maybe even a cheeky wine. Specialty coffee is made with the La Marzocco machine using Allpress coffee beans to make a great coffee every time. At night, fresh pasta, local and imported cheeses and an array of wines from around the world are on offer.
Address: 34 Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
6. The Depot
The Depot is a buzzing Bondi cafe known for its seasonally inspired breakfast and lunch menu and rich coffee. The menu is full of tasty dishes, why not try the gluten-free pancakes, it comes served with a fresh berry compote, maple syrup and coconut yogurt. Single Origin coffee is served here as well as a selection of super smoothies and fresh juices available.
Address: 262 Campbell Parade, North Bondi NSW 2026
Phone: (02) 9300 0077
7. Gusto
Gusto is an institution since the early 90s, it has kept Bondi locals and visitors caffeinated and well feed. With amazing coffee on offer as well as a deli-style menu with ready-made brekkie rolls, bircher muesli, fresh pies and healthy salads and many more tasty dishes. You’d be crazy not to visit Gusto’s and try some of the best coffee in Bondi.
Address: 16 Hall St, Bondi NSW 2026
Phone: (02) 9130 4565
8. Lox Stock & Barrel
Lox Stock & Barrel specialises in breakfast, brunch and lunch offering cafe favourites as well as some fantastic coffee. The ‘Rebel Blend’ coffee is seriously smooth and the Rabbit Hole organic teas are full of flavour. If your feeling peckish try the Bowlarama, sprouted quinoa toast, poached eggs, avocado, hummus, kale and seaweed, miso dressing and homemade fermented veggies.
Address: 140 Glenayr Ave, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
Phone: (02) 9300 0368
9. Shuk Bondi
For something a little different on your Bondi coffee run, SHUK BONDI is a bustling spot that serves Israeli-Mediterranean dishes and fresh bread all day. The menu is jam-packed with Israeli and Mediterranean options like the shakshuka, a traditional tomato-based dish with sauce-poached eggs and house-baked bread. Shuk also offers amazing coffee and a variety of pastries and loaves of bread.
Address: 2 Mitchell St, North Bondi NSW 2026
Phone: 0423 199 859
10. Gertrude & Alice Cafe
Gertrude and Alice is a quirky café slash second-hand bookstore that also offers a range of Middle Eastern brekkies, home-made sweet treats and Campos coffee. If your just peckish or on the go, why not snack on blueberry scones with a coffee.
Address: 1/46 Hall St, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
Phone: (02) 9130 5155
11. La Piadina
La Piadina is the only place in Sydney to buy the northern Italian filled flatbread. The Zizioli brothers have brought this tasty northern Italian meal to Bondi. Fillings include prosciutto, rocket, mozzarella and nduja, a spicy, spreadable Italian sausage. But that’s not all, these Italian brothers not only sell amazing Piadina but they also sell coffee that is consistently excellent.
Address: 106 Glenayr Ave, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
Phone: (02) 9300 0160
12. Bondi Trattoria
Bondi Trattoria is known for fantastic offering simple Italian food with a strong Mediterranean influence using ingredients from some of Australia’s finest producers. The menu is full of tasty and amazing foods, from an extensive antipasti list to classics like oysters, steak, chips, pizzas and many more.
Address: 34 Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
Phone: (02) 9365 4303
13. Rocker
Rocker is a favourite among Bondi locals, for its Single O and breakfast menu as well as the all-day lunch and dinner menu that’s available from noon. Pastries, cakes, takeaway toasties and brekkie bowls fill the breakfast menu. While lunch and dinner cravings are fulfilled with house-made pasta dishes, steaks and a fresh fish of the day. Apart from amazing Single O coffee, Rocker is also known for its wine list that features old school and new school wines from young and exciting winemakers as well as a short cocktail list that includes a house Negroni and other favourites.
Address:5/39-53 Campbell Parade, North Bondi NSW 2026
Phone: 0451 845 269
14. Bondi Wholefoods
Bondi Wholefoods is probably one of the most Instagrammed organic grocers and cafes in Sydney. Known for their pretty smoothie bowls and entirely organic menu. Their extensive menu caters for vegans, gluten intolerant as well as meat-lovers, with acai bowls and paleo bread for brekkie and sandwiches, wraps and salads for lunch. There’s something for everyone here.
Address: 517-527 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills
15. The Well
The Well is a gym located in Bondi, but don’t let that fool you. They have delicious ready-made meals of breakfast and lunch are available to purchase from the reception area. With a range of different options to choose from and the meals are provided by the team at Bondi Meal Prep.
Address: 78 Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
Phone: (02) 9057 2100
16. Bondi Icebergs Club
Bondi Icebergs Club is known for its amazing views, but it should also be noted that the icebergs also has an amazing bistro. Enjoy club favourites like chicken schnitzel and fish and chips, as well as mussels, fettuccini chilli prawns & a vegetarian burger while taking in the panoramic views on offer.
Address: 1 Notts Ave, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
Phone: (02) 9130 3120
17. Speedos Cafe
Speedos Cafe is all about clean eating and gluten-free foods. On the menu, you’ll find everything from green goodness bowls to egg and bacon on toasted brioche. The Pink Pitaya Bowl with veganola and cocowhip on offer is Instagram-approved as are the colourful meals on offer here.
Address: 126 Ramsgate Ave, North Bondi NSW 2026
Phone: <(02) 9365 3622
18. The Nine
The Nine is much loved for its organic Mediterranean-style menu that serves up delicious plates of goodness along with natural and biodynamic wines, organic cocktails, fresh probiotic juices and luxury teas. Offering all-day breakfast, brunch and lunch, the dishes here a full of flavour and are also pretty to look at.
Address: 163 Glenayr Ave, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
Phone: 0413 669 884
19. Harrys Bondi
Harrys is a much-loved hole-in-the-wall Bondi café, ethical kiosk and bar. The all-day menu is full of tasty favourite brekkie items like hotcakes and fritters. Lunch classics like burgers and salads are also on offers. But that’s not all with kombucha, fresh smoothies and coffee made using V60 filter methods on offer, you’ll be spoiled.
Address: 2/136 Wairoa Ave, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
Phone: 9130 2180
20. Porch and Parlour
Porch and Parlour is a favourite and for good reason, from its amazing food and drinks to its amazing interiors and views. Breakfast includes green pea pancakes with avocado and egg, hash browns with paprika hollandaise and many more. Lunch features salads, burgers and a steak sandwich, while dinner is for steady snacking. Drinks include everything from amazing coffee to a range of wines and cocktails.
Address: 17-18/110 Ramsgate Ave, North Bondi NSW 2026
Phone: (02) 9300 0111
21. Bills
Bills is a much-loved establishment in Sydney and its Bondi restaurant is no exception. The menu here bursts with fresh flavours and pops of colourful ingredients. From iconic favourites like Bills much-loved ricotta hotcakes with banana and honeycomb butter to bills signature coconut bread, with gravlax, shaved pickled radish, dill, cream cheese and sourdough crostini.
Address: 79 Hall St, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
Phone: (02) 8412 0700
Key Things to Consider for Bondi Cafes
The key factors to keep in mind when deciding where to go:
- Price – how expensive is your food/drinks.
- Variation – menu variety and ability to make changes when needed.
- Location – whether that be in the centre of all the action or somewhere quaint and quiet.
- Service – good service makes the experience at a restaurant that much more enjoyable.
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How Man of Many Chose the Best Bondi Cafes
With an editorial team full of foodies, Man of Many has had the unique opportunity to directly sample and experience the atmosphere of the best spots in Bondi. This list is based on our experience, in-depth research and customer reviews of Bondi cafes. As expert journalists who guide people between competing products and services, we have provided our independent opinion in formulating our selections. You can review our editorial policy here surrounding how we maintain our independence in our editorial reviews.
Bondi Cafes FAQs
You can find an Acai Bowl almost anywhere in Bondi, but the best one can be found at Bondi Wholefoods and The Pacific Club.
The best coffee in Bondi has to be Chapter One as it’s much loved for its specialty coffee, but also La Piadina for its Italian coffee.
Bondi is known for Brunch as much as it is known for its beach. The best brunch spots in Bondi would have to be Lox Stock & Barrel, Orchard St. and Bondi Trattoria.
