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The Best Cafes in Newtown

Kings Cross isn’t the only part of Sydney affected by the lockouts. Newtown is busier than it’s ever been, as frustrated drinkers flock elsewhere for a good time. Things are much calmer during the day, but the area still feels like it’s in flux. New apartment blocks are going up everywhere and many of the long-standing Greek, Cypriot and Maltese residents have moved away.

Despite this, Newtown’s grungy, inclusive spirit remains. Graf (good and bad) is everywhere and there are more tattoos (again, good and bad) walking the streets than anywhere else in Sydney. This attitude is subtly reflected in the cafes – fit-outs are rarely flashy and the vibes are always laid-back. Here are our favourite spots for coffee and food.


Updated on 3 June 2024

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Soulmate Coffee
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Soulmate Coffee
The brunches at this heaving inner west cafe are as photogenic as the locals who line up for them. Go for those, plus Single O coffee on tap (whipped cream optional) and plenty of natural light.
Rising Sun Workshop
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Rising Sun Workshop
The unlikely pairing of ramen and motorcycle repairs produces some pretty spectacular results at this casual all-day diner. Come for one of four signature ramens (including an outstanding breakfast number), izakaya snacks and lo-fi wines.
Rolling Penny
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Rolling Penny
A neighbourhood cafe inspired by healthy eating and comforting old faithfuls.
Shenkin Espresso Bar
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Shenkin Espresso Bar
Fudgy brownies and great coffee on the go.
Brewtown Sydney
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Brewtown Sydney
A huge warehouse cafe, where coffee is roasted on site.
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Campos Coffee
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Campos Coffee
Campos is seemingly everywhere now, but this is where it all began.
Black Market Roasters Enmore
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Black Market Roasters Enmore
Like sitting in the living room of a rather pleasant and interesting coffee fanatic.
Flour Drum
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Flour Drum
Brings the farm to the city.
T Totaler Newtown
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T Totaler Newtown
Tea-themed cocktails, workshops and matched tea and cake degustations are all brewing here.
Pastizzi Cafe
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Pastizzi Cafe
Visit this slamming Maltese eatery for big bowls of pasta and flaky, addictive pastizzi (savoury pastries). After moving from its original South King Street digs, it’s now three times the size – but remains an essential Newtown venue.
The End of King
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The End of King
A spacious cafe with a Nepalese twist.
Myra’s Kitchen
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Myra’s Kitchen
Come for the freshly fried falafels as they are, or pocket them up with veggies and lemony skoldalia. Stay for a yarn with the owner-chef-server who’s doing it all himself.

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