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Gone are the days when a simple smashed avo on toast would be the norm at a brekkie spot. Now, it’s the gourmet menu item, and almost impossible to find for less than $30. Throw in some fresh coriander, a drizzle of lemon some Himalayan salt sprinkled by bae and you’re out of pocket to the tune of $50… and you haven’t even ordered your three quarter oat milk salted caramel latte! Don’t despair, Sydney Travel Guide has you covered. Like true masked superheroes on a mission to save the city, we hit the pavement and here’s our list of Sydney’s best brekkie spots that won’t break the bank and will still hit the spot with your taste buds.
1. Mami’s Casa Latina, Bondi
This mini Mexican cantina hit the scene like a fried egg on a hot bonnet. Everyone’s been talking about the signature pork empanadas since they opened their doors and announced nothing over $20! But here’s the best part, their breakfasts are next level. Think of chilaquiles made with tortillas topped with salsa, beans and a fried egg or scrambled eggs with pico de gallo and guac and enfrijoladas (Mexican dish similar to enchiladas, but they are bathed in a creamy black bean sauce instead of a chile sauce) with beans and cheese.
Tacos are absolutely a breakfast dish! Corn tortillas with fresh, zesty toppings, and with locally sourced meat from Randwick and fresh regional produce. It’s one for $6, or four for $20, so that’s a no brainer. And to drink, there are rainbow-coloured Jarritos.
Top tip: It’s in Bondi, so while the brekkie is cheap, the parking is not. Give yourself time to find a backstreet parking spot and walk there, working up your appetite!
Where: 284 Bondi Rd, Bondi.
How much: Everything on the menu is under $20, so you’ll leave with change!
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2. The Brother’s Cafe, Darling Square
Never heard of a croffle? Or chances are you’ve never heard of croffles for under $20. Well we’ve hit the jackpot today my friends! At The Brother’s Cafe in Darling Square you can crunch down on your own fluffly croffles for the bargain price of $20. Picture a collab between a croissant and a waffle, sprinkled with sweet golden floss, a dollop of vanilla bean icecream and thai tea sauce. Phwoar…
Still morish? Try the Tiramisu croffle served with marscapone cream, coffee sauce and chocolate ice cream. Or, the Matcha Croffle with Matcha marscapone cream, Matcha ice cream, House strawberry sauce and fresh strawberries. Yes fo;lks, these are also under $20 a serve. Let’s say it again? Double phwoar!
Where: 1 Little Pier Street, Haymarket (Darling Square).
How Much: $20 Croffles, leaving room for a large coffee and a tip.
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3. Bare Naked Bowls, Surry Hills.
This is the place to descend upon when you’re after an affordable and guilt free breakfast feast. Everything on the menu here is super-food laden and nutritiously designed, but with budget also on the mind. What’s not to love?! Try the Naked Toast special which is anything but naked. Topped with smashed avocado, goat cheese, a 62 degrees free range egg seasoned with homemade macadamia, Pistachio spicy dukkah, all for $18.
or the Power Bowl, which is dairy and gluten free with a blend of organic acai, banana, strawberries, peanut butter and toppings of banana, blueberries, hemp seeds, almonds, cacao Buckinis and bush honey for $22.
Not just known for Acai Bowls, but also a king for Superfood Smoothies, Breakfast Bowls, Cold Pressed Juices, Locally Roasted Coffee, Kombucha and Raw Treats. They cater for all needs including vegetarian, paleo, vegan, dairy free and gluten free. This is modern-day mindful breakfast at its best!
Where: 259 Crown Street, Surry Hills
How much: Superfood Toastsfor under $18 and SuperBowl options are all under $25.
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4. Frank’s Deli, Waverley
It’s a bloody big call to say you’ve got the best bacon and egg roll in Sydney. But when you hear it’s New York inspired, you can just nod knowingly and say “I’ll take two please.” The Manhattan-inspired spot pays homage to deli classics, but with a Euro twist that reflects the owners’ background. Their all-day menu includes loaded sandwiches with a twist. Instead of naming it the “bacon and egg roll”, it’s named Frank’s Sammy and instead of having boring old bacon they swap it out for Polish speck (fat and juicy, chunked between a milk bun with fluffy folded egg and gooey warm cheese).
If you’re feeling really NYC about it, you can swap out the traditional coffee and instead boost your energy and your gut health with a mega-nourishing bone broth. Dee-lish!
Top tip: Whilst your bacon and egg roll won’t hit the hip pocket, beware the delectable pantry fillers that adorn the shelves. You’ll be a kid in a candy store and skip your mortgage repayments after stocking up on the likes of Mount Zero Olive Oil, Vanella cheese, Olasagasti anchovies, Hot Luck Sauce, Lulu’s Remedy Chilli Oil and Moon Mart Korean condiments.
Where: 279 Bronte Road, Waverley
How much: Frank’s Sammy will set you back just $17 plus a sticky chai for $5 and you’re out the door for under $23 or faster than you can hail a NY cab!
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5. Room 10, Potts Point
No fuss, no messing around, no fancy fan-fare. Just toasts, sides and spreads, done well. The toast is $7.50 and then you choose your sides. For the sweet options – named Bingo and Ringo, you can devour peanut butter, banana, almond, honey, ricotta flavours, all for less than $13. Or, for the salties amongst us, the Deb or the Trout Pane are options for under $17 bursting with tarragon hollondaise and soft boiled egg to name a few.
For an alternative option (we are on the border of King’s Cross here folks) try the Breakfast Rice with red rice, black quinoa, walnut, pepitas, sunflower seeds topped with stewed rhubarb, yoghurt, fresh fruit and honey for $17. Wash this down with the R10 Iced tea with Jasmine tea, lemon myrtle and yuzu for $7. Worst case scenario, you’ll be short a total of $24, leaving you with a fancy $6 change from $30… dancer’s dollars here we come!
Where: 10 Llankelly Place, Potts Point (King’s Cross).
How much: Build your own toast sensation for as little as $13.
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6. Happyfield, Haberfield
What makes you happy? Pancakes. What makes you happier? More pancakes. What makes you happiest? Pancakes at $5 per topping.
Voted Sydney’s Best Cafe by The Good Food Guide of 2024, Happyfield really has a name that says it all. But if it’s pancakes you’re after then it’s pancakes you’ll get. For a mouthwatering $23 you can have the Sweet Stack – three pancakes with Chantilly cream, strawberries, strawberry compote, freeze-dried strawberries, broken meringue, and 100% Canadian maple syrup. Or, there’s the Savoury Stack for $24 – Two Pancakes, Two fried eggs, crispy bacon, Pepe Saya butter with 100% Canadian maple syrup. I mean, that Pepe Saya butter is worth it’s weight in gold alone!
Top tip: If you’re in need of the most decadent feast on the menu, then grab a wing man and go halves in the The Original Happy Nights Platter, back by popular demand! Three pancakes, Southern fried chicken tenders, shoestring fries, watermelon hot sauce, Pepe Saya butter, and 100% Canadian maple syrup. Yes, it’s $40 but between you and your mate, that’s a bargain! And for a cafe that’s even got its own merch, you’ll agree the flavours are absolutely worth it.
Where: 96 Ramsay Street, Haberfield.
How much: Pancakes start from $23 for a stack of three. If you’re just after a half serve, the short stack is only $18.
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7. Blackwood Pantry, Cronulla
Vegetarian and vegan brekkies are on the rapid rise and a few smart eateries have coined on to the plant based menus. Blackwood Cronulla is the original headquarters for the now expanding brand and has a killer location on Surf Lane. The menu is just as rockstar, with cult brunch favourites like Blueberry Ricotta Hotcakes for $26.50, Truffle Chilli scrambled eggs for $28, and the iconic Spicy Bae Roll for $18 with double smoked bacon, fried egg, cheddar, sriracha & lime mayo, crispy shallots, toasted milk bun (yes, they serve meat if you want it). Seriously, this is worth setting your Sunday morning alarm for!
Everything about this cafe oozes laid back surfer vibes. Matched with a sleek Mediterranean-inspired interior—think textured green stone floors, and breezy alfresco seating, locals sit, sip and chat and spill into the park across the way with kids and dogs and salt-streaked hair and Birkenstock sandals. Suddenly vegetarian and vegan breakfasts are looking a whole lot sexier!
Where: 5/33 Surf Lane, Cronulla
How much: At the higher end of the bargain brekkie budget with most dishes between $25 to $30
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8. Abbatoir Blues, Sydney olympic Park
Sure, the name is a little risque, but the menu is bang on. This is artisan dining at its best. The eggs are available every which way you can imagine and the flavours are rich and tasy. Try the Wild Mushrooms – with dusted Porcini Powder, Hazelnut, Crispy Sage, Truffle Oil, Vincotto, Pecorino Cheese & Ricotta, on a slice of Artisan Sourdough Bread for $25. Add Egg for $3.50.
Or, try the Shakshuka Soft Poached Eggs, with Grilled Bell Pepper, Roasted Crushed Tomato, Lemon Ricotta, Pesto Salsa & Roasted Walnut served with House-Made Foccacia for $24. Pairs well with Minced Spanish Chorizo for an extra $6.50. If you’re a sweet tooth, try the Pistachio French Toast with House-Made Pistachio Cream with Raspberries, Vanilla Ice-Cream & Thyme Maple Syrup. Add Bacon for $5.
Where: 1 Herb Elliott Avenue, Sydney Olympic Park
How much: Everything on the breakfast menu is under $25 but it’s the tempting add ons that might sting you in the end.
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9. The Old Boy Espresso, Blacktown
Described as Blacktown’s best kept brunch secret. They Lied! This secret is OUT folks. It’s not just the tiny size of this hole in the wall cafe that makes it feel bustling, but the menu has attracted a crowd that’s prepared to hotfoot it across town just to devour the hearty, home-cooked style brekkie and brunch dishes that feel familiar and leave you feeling full.
This is Sydney breakfast minus the price tag and the pretense. Try the breakfast specials like the popular Eggs Benny and Brekkie Burger, paired with a freshly squeezed orange juice. Locals are well onto this little gem and give it a star rating meaning it is always busy with locals.
The Old Boy Breakfast Plate is the asignature dish for $23 featuring sourdough toast, sunny side up eggs, bacon, chorizo, grilled tomato, mushroom and hashbrown. But you can order the Brekkie Burger for a super dandy $14 and it comes complete with bacon, fried egg and a hashbrown with bbq sauce on a milk bun. That’s bang for your buck.
Where: 24 Tallawong Avenue, Blacktown
How much: Get your brekkie fill for as little as $14 with the Brekkie Burger. You can feed your bestie and still slide in under $30
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10. Boon Cafe, Haymarket
This is a breakfast cafe with a story to tell. Hallelujia! Described by the owners are the the place to go for all the big kids who felt like they had the weird lunchbox at school. Today those flavours are celebrated with a menu that includes traditional Thai ingredients with modern twists. Pastries feature on the breakfast menu, alongside fresh cold pressed juices.
Try the fig and walnut sourdough toast with melted butter for $12 or the house smoked chiili relish with dried shredded pork on toast for $14. The chicken congee is just $17 (rice porridge with shredded chicken and shitake mushrooms). Even the latte menu is a nod to the unusual. It’s not just about matcha and chai. No my friend, now we are ordering the taro latte and the goldilocks latte, the strawberry matcha and the blue coconut matcha latte… every colour of the rainbow is served up with style. And suddenly, just like that, you’re the most popular kid in the playground!
Where: 425 Pitt Street, Haymarket
How much: Almost everything on the breakfast menu is under $20, meaning you’ll want to stay for lunch too!
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