Best Breakfast and Brunch Places in New South Wales

"Back in the day, a visit to Sydney wasn't complete without a visit to the family-friendly nooks and picture-perfect crannies of the Grounds. You'd know it was a long wait to get in, but it was an honour you'd queue for. While the brand of prettily plated café fare popularised by places like the Grounds has filtered out to eateries around the city, it's still a lovely spot to wander around, pet the pigs and grab a fresh brewed takeaway coffee to sit in the sun with."

"A firm Sydney lunch favourite since opening, The Grounds of Alexandria has gone from strength to strength. This destination restaurant and café has a paddock-to-plate approach, and will have you munching down on the likes of buttermilk pancakes, Turkish-style eggs and toasted crumpets, or tempting you with the hearty Brekkie Burger served with a side of polenta chips. There is also a bakery churning out all kinds of delicious breads, muffins, cakes and tarts."

"It's not often that you can enjoy the company of piglets and goats while feasting on chocolate-filled doughnuts and freshly baked pastries. Responsible for putting Alexandria on the map, The Grounds is arguably the most Instagrammed establishment in Sydney. A whimsical escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, this beautifully designed space is an idyllic excursion for weekend brunch."

"One of the best Italian restaurants in Sydney is offering up a whole heap of their menu highlights for pre-order and pickup, much to the fortune of Potts Point locals, and much to the envy of everyone else. And yes, that includes their mind-blowing pasta scampi, as well as their fried calamari, and even the pretzel with whipped roe from sister restaurant 10 William St. order.hungryhungry.com"

"Great wine, delicious food and genuine service is all rolled into one at Fratelli Paradiso, a friendly One-Hat restaurant in Potts Point. Although not as swanky as other restaurants on the list, the hospitality here makes you feel right at home. Match that with a seasonal gourmet menu and you’ve certainly got one charming, laid back eatery worth visiting."

"From ex-pollies enjoying an espresso over the paper to couples in need of a late-night bowl of scampi spaghetti, this café-turned-trattoria is woven into many a local's weekly routine. There might be a wait. A glass of Tuscan sangiovese from the mostly Italian, largely natural wine list might take a while to arrive."

"Bronte’s favourtie café, Three Blue Ducks, are offering their full breakfast, lunch and dinner menus for takeaway every day of the week!. Think feasts of slow roasted lamb shoulder, smoked salmon fillets and miso glazed eggplant. They will also be offering Ducks DIY meals which can be finished at home and served up with take away wine (score!) and delicious Ducks condiments until the end of lockdown."

"Three Blue Ducks Bronte is offering its full breakfast, lunch and dinner menus for takeaway 7 days a week, Saturday and Sunday 7 am-7 pm, Monday to Friday 7 am-3 pm (coffee from 6:30 am). They have also launched new ‘Weekend Feast’ boxes for $75, serving two, which are prepped and ready for pick up from the Bronte cafe to finish at home."

"No matter what you need to get you through the lockdown, they’ve got it as Shenkin. Chocolate chip cookies, coffee, shakshua, labneh plates – they’ve got you covered. Their Enmore outpost also offers delicious dinner menus from teriyaki eggplant, hummus, lamb spare ribs and other delicious dishes with a unique fusion of Middle Eastern and Australian flavours."

"Middle Eastern , Cafe/Bakery"

"In the heart of the bustling Crows Nest restaurant district lies Le Bouchon, a complete Café and Bistro destination that brings a taste of traditional French cuisine to the Lower North Shore. This is one of the best French restaurants in Sydney and features unique decor and an exclusive private function area. Le Bouchon is the perfect place to enjoy an intimate dinner or just a simple after work drinks."

"Used in Lyon to refer to bistros that are well-known for authenticity and conviviality, expect something of this nature from Le Bouchon café and bistro on Willoughby Road in Crows Nest."

"Spots in the Inner West might not be first on your hit-list when you're looking for an outdoor dining locale, but Acre's sprawling urban farm set-up makes it well-deserving of a place on this list. With big, shady umbrellas to loll under and a colourful bounty of dishes – from baked fish to sour cherry cheesecake to the classic Acre salad – it's a popular, relaxed choice for the whole family."

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"What better place to enjoy brilliant views than a revolving restaurant?!. Make the most of 360 degree views across Sydney day and night at the Sydney Tower Buffet, one rotation of the restaurant takes around 80 minutes. Dine 310 metres above ground with stunning views of the city, Sydney Harbour and beyond."

"Note that you’ll need to pre-book your table for the Sydney Tower Buffet, especially on weekends. Cost: S$57 – 85 depending on lunch/dinner and weekdays/weekends.Opening Hours: 11:30AM – 3:30PM (Daily Lunch), 5PM – 10:30PM (Daily Dinner). Dining time of 1.5 hrs."

"Either for having lunch or dinner, this is your chance to enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet at Sydney’s tallest structure - the Sydney Tower. A bit touristy, yes, but still a great dining experience."

"Inspired by the traditional Chinese teahouse, this Asian-inspired lounge bar is home to a number of ornate birdcages, decked out in plush velvet lounges with luxe gold finishes. Flit between bespoke cocktails or Champagnes, or try one of the specialty teas on offer. The drinks list is accompanied by a curated menu of Japanese and Cantonese-inspired snacks."