Best Brunch Restaurants in Canterbury

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianFrenchMexicanJapaneseFusion / Eclectic

Regions

Bondi AreaCapital RegionEastern SuburbsInner SouthInner WestLower North Shore

Neighbourhoods

AlexandriaBondi BeachBroadwayCircular QuayCronullaDarling Quarter

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral washroomWheelchair access

34 restaurants available nearby

A photo of The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe restaurant

1. The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe

4.2

Awesome(2830)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Alexandria

Booked 198 times today

The Cafe food and drinks menu is bursting with fresh flavour, made with the finest quality ingredients and created with The Grounds own grown and locally sourced produce. The Cafe at The Grounds has team of chefs who constantly push the boundaries and reinvents the classics in order to deliver you perfect flavour combinations that will make you want to come back time and time again.NOTE: At The Cafe, to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to dine in, we operate on a walk-in only basis for smaller tables during peak hours. If no tables are available on arrival, we will add you to an electronic waiting list and text you when your table is ready, leaving you free to explore the rest of The Grounds. Rest assured, all groups on the wait list will be able to dine-in on the day.

A photo of The Grounds Coffee Factory restaurant

2. The Grounds Coffee Factory

4.4

Awesome(160)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Eveleigh

Booked 75 times today

A story 10 years in the making, The Roastery is an experiential café unlike any other, a love letter to coffee and the memorable moments it creates. Housed within the historic Locomotive Workshops of South Eveleigh, The Roastery pays homage to its industrial past while providing an unforgettable experience for coffee lovers everywhere, letting you enjoy your brew amongst the very machinery that makes it possible.

3. Happyfield

4.8

Exceptional(113)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Haberfield

Booked 11 times today

If you live in or around Haberfield, you know full well that diner-style cafe Happyfield makes some of the best pancakes in Sydney. Opened in 2020 by Jesse Orleans and Chris Theodosi, the bright yellow corner cafe serves up amazing food and a genuinely (as the name suggests) happy vibe. Alongside friendly service and menu items like the “McLovin Muffin”, Happyfield is known best for its delicious pancake stacks.

4. MAIZ Mexican

4.8

Exceptional(121)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Newtown

Booked 10 times today

Maíz is the word for corn in Spanish which is the backbone of the Mexican food scene. Maíz Mexican Food is a food and beverage concept that celebrates and integrates a wide range of corn preparations that most Mexican restaurants aren’t offering at the moment. Our menu draws on the bold and fresh flavours of Mexico, our traditions and culture to bring you a unique dining experience.

5. Ona Sydney

4.7

Exceptional(14)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Broadway

Booked 7 times today

ONA Coffee Sydney is a showcase coffee bar of Australian specialty coffee roaster, ONA Coffee.Founded in 2008 by former World Barista Champion, Saša Šestic, ONA Coffee is dedicated to sharing amazing coffees from around the world, as well as the incredible stories and experiences of the people who grow them. With locations in Canberra, Melbourne & Sydney, we aim to transform the process of drinking coffee into an unforgettable experience.Our approach is simple - we aim to take the best, natural characteristics of coffees from various countries and regions of the world, and share them in the most appropriate format. With engaging and personalised coffee service, a range of unique specialty blends, and an extensive 'Coffee Cellar' of rare and special frozen coffees, ONA Coffee Sydney is a destination to enjoy, experience and explore the world of coffee, paired with a seasonal and locally sourced food menu curated by our head chef Roger Peeters.

A photo of The Carpenter Cafe restaurant

6. The Carpenter Cafe

4.5

Awesome(22)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Leichhardt

Booked 3 times today

Roasting & Serving (great) coffee and food everyday!

A photo of The Grounds of the City restaurant

7. The Grounds of the City

4.3

Awesome(3640)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Sydney CBD

Booked 72 times today

The Grounds of the City, the second outpost from the team behind The Grounds of Alexandria, is bringing soul back to the CBD with old-school service and charm. Located in the heart of the CBD and bustling with activity, The Grounds of the City is tailor-made for a marvellous time; no matter the occasion. Start your day right as our baristas expertly serve up The Grounds house-roasted espresso and filter coffees, or end it in the best possible way and cosy in with our selection of cocktails and a dinner menu that features something for everyone. You’ll find our coffee sommelier at The Barista’s Bar ready to take you through a tailored coffee experience, and our tea lady roaming the room with a trolley adorned with fresh coffee, our selection of ethically sourced teas and cakes.

8. Giuls

4.5

Awesome(45)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Surry Hills

Booked 14 times today

Giuls is your neighbourhood casual restaurant that is offering a selection of italian classics with a twist that can be complemented by a delicious cocktail or a glass of wine.

9. Teddy

4.7

Exceptional(66)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Potts Point

Booked 7 times today

Teddy offers a fresh and approachable take on the modern Aussie bistro, filled with familiar favourites seen through fresh eyes. The menu is curated by widely acclaimed Chef Ben Sears (Melbourne), and the kitchen is overseen by Head Chef Nicole Coelho who brings her culinary flair to strike the right balance between old and new school favs.Teddy is the perfect space for all season and all reasons. Gather the crew for the next big event or just drop in for a weeknight-wine on the way home from the daily grind. Double Daily Happy Hour is from 4pm-6pm Wednesday to Sunday (and it's well worth sneaking out of work early for!)The Teddy courtyard offers a killer private event space and is the perfect area to book out for you up to 25 of your favourite people. Pour yourself into a bar stool, order some freshly shucked Sydney rocks with a glass of Aussie bubbles, tap your feet along with the back2back 80s bangers and settle in for some of the best people watching in the hood.

10. Bare Witness

4.4

Awesome(35)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Rhodes

Booked 19 times today

Bare Witness, where seasonal ingredients shine in our thoughtfully designed menus, paired with award-winning coffee, freshly baked bread, and handmade pasta, all enjoyed with a stunning water view.

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From verified diners like you

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Danielle
Sydney •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing venue, every single detail was thought of, looked exactly like a factory. Finished breakfast to then accidentally get to go into the back to where the roasting happens and chat with the roaster about the process. Smell different coffees and learn how the process to roast. Highly recommend.
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The Grounds Coffee FactoryPrice: Moderate• Australian• Eveleigh
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4.4
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JulieC
Tasmania •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Awesome experience- love the quality of the food and the atmosphere.
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The Grounds of Alexandria CafePrice: Moderate• Café• Alexandria
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4.2
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Claire
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
Best Mexican food I think I’ve ever had in Sydney, and fabulous cocktails. Waitstaff were friendly, knowledgeable and efficient, without making you feel like you had to rush.
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MAIZ MexicanPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Newtown
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4.8
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Christelle
Sydney •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 23, 2025
Best breakfast in Sydney, we will definitely comeback. Best mcmuffin and hashbrowns. The chipotle sauce reminded me back when i was in the US, so worth it.
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HappyfieldPrice: Moderate• Café• Haberfield
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4.8
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Angela
New York City •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 10, 2025
It was a wonderful experience Food was fab highly recommend French toast
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Ona SydneyPrice: Moderate• Café• Broadway
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4.7

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