The Best Coffee Shops In Sydney

Sydney has some of the trendiest and gourmet coffee shops in the world. Below we have compiled a list of our favorites, so be sure to stop by if you are in the neighborhood.

Grind Espresso

Located in the beach neighborhood of Cronulla lies Grind Espresso. This coffee shop has a casual and friendly atmosphere, and the café is popular with locals and tourists alike. They only use the highest quality coffee beans and each cup of coffee is beautifully presented. The coffee shop’s focus is on producing their high quality coffee, so they do not sell any food.
Grind Espresso, 4/15 Surf Rd, Cronulla NSW 2230, Australia +61 403 844 533

Opened in 2003, Single Origin Roasters quickly established themselves as one of the most popular coffee shops in Sydney. The café is located street side and offers outdoor seating as well as seating inside their small interior. Their coffee beans are ethically sourced and roasted by using solar power, and in addition to their range of single origin coffees, they also boast a delicious cuisine menu. Be sure to come in for their special brunch menu.
Single Origin Roasters, 60-64 Reservoir St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia +61 2 9211 0665

Coffee Alchemy

At Coffee Alchemy, coffee is the centerpiece of the café. Everyday they offer a special house blend, six filtered coffees, a cold drip, and iced coffee. The café does not offer any small bites in order to keep the focus on the coffee. You can expect your coffee to be the freshest quality, as they only roast the beans after you have ordered. The workers also taste the coffee throughout the day in order to ensure that each batch is up to par.
Coffee Alchemy, 24 Addison Rd., Marrickville NSW 2204, Australia +61 2 9516 1997

Paramount Coffee Project

Paramount Coffee Project is a trendy and modern café. The large and open café is located in a space that looks like a converted warehouse. Although they serve delicious coffee, this café is also one of the best places to get brunch or lunch in Sydney. Trust us, you will want to try everything on their menu. Keep an eye out for their seasonal salads and their waffles with dulce de leche.
Paramount Coffee Project, 80 Commonwealth St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia +61 2 9211 1122

The Grounds Of Alexandria

The Grounds of Alexandria is a charming multipurpose coffee shop, and the renovated industrial space has been beautifully done. The interior features a gorgeous kitchen that makes you feel like you are in someone’s home. The outdoor area is also gorgeous and features hanging plants and a wooden awning. They offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. In addition to their café, they also offer coffee classes, a permaculture garden, and artisan bakery. Check out their Facebook page for pictures of the café and their food.
The Grounds of Alexandria, 7A, 2 Huntley St, Alexandria NSW 2015, Australia +61 2 9699 2225

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