The Best Cafes in Mosman for an Elevated Bite
From Balmoral Beach to Military Road, we have brunched our way around this affluent suburb to bring you the best cafes in Mosman for an elevated bite.
Mosman locals are spoiled for choice when it comes to fabulous places to brunch. From Balmoral Beach to Military Road, this picturesque neighbourhood has long-standing locals, boutique cafes offering their take on high tea and relaxed beachside kiosks.
From the main drag to hidden gems tucked away in side streets, we have brunched our way around the postcode of 2088 to bring you the best cafes in Mosman.
Dry Leaf Cafe
Live out your solo coffee date dreams at the cosiest cafe in town. Dry Leaf Cafe is perfect year-round, but we are particularly partial to grabbing a table in winter and settling in with a warm cuppa surrounded by the timber shelves stacked with books. The lush indoor plants, warm lighting, welcoming staff and an all-day menu of smashed avo, eggs benny, brekky wraps and buckwheat pancakes add to the appeal.
26 Spit Road, Mosman
Niche Mosman
A new addition to the Mosman brunch scene, Niche Mosman is a bespoke space open for all-day dining. Open daily from 6.30 am providing expertly-brewed coffee and brekky bites to early risers, the team are on-site through to brunch, lunch and dinner time.
With a menu that is fresh and versatile, chic interiors with a touch of Europe and friendly staff, this is the kind of place you can visit for an elevated dining experience without pretension.
5/713-715 Military Road, Mosman
Cafe Monstera
A haven for indoor plant lovers, Cafe Monstera is exactly what the name suggests - a bright, spacious and welcoming cafe, filled with booming Monstera, gorgeous greenery climbing up the walls and plants hanging from the ceiling.
Sitting in the middle of the bustling Mosman Wharf, this is the perfect spot to connect with a friend over coffee and a healthy Acai bowl or smashed avo while watching the world float by at Mosman Bay. For something sweet, the OG Monstera waffle topped with pistachio mascarpone is what brunch dreams are made of.
1E Avenue Road, Mosman
Avenue Road Cafe
This beloved cafe is the perfect place to begin a lazy Sunday in Mosman. The Avenue Road institution is always buzzing with regulars and visitors to Mosman Village eager to get their caffeine fix or to order the creamy avocado and feta mash on Turkish toast.
185 Avenue Road, Mosman
Frenchy's Cafe
Saying 'bonjour' to Francophiles, this French-themed cafe sitting in the heritage landscape of Headland Park is a must-visit for a taste of Paris. Packed with classic French offerings like the croque madame/monsieur, niçoise salad with tuna, croissants and crepes, plus your usual faves like poke bowls, bacon and egg rolls, burgers and salads, the French-speaking staff are the final touch to your quick rendezvous to France. Bon appétit!
3 Read Place, Mosman
The Boathouse
This beachside cafe is all about sun-soaked brunch sessions, boasting enviable views of Middle Harbour and Balmoral Beach. With rustic interiors brimming with flowers and plants, The Boathouse is the place to linger longer as you indulge in a bowl of bircher, banana loaf with whipped maple butter, or a bacon and egg roll while sailboats drift by.
2 The Esplanade, Mosman
Berkelo
Located on Military Road, this is one of three outposts of the famed Brookvale bakery. The Lower North Shore carb-lovers line up to get their fix of mouth-watering Berkelo sourdough because this isn't your regular loaf. It's wholesome and honest – no refined sugars, artificial sweeteners, bleached or commercial flours.
Grab it to go, or stay a while and enjoy it with house-churned butter and heirloom honey. They also do a phenomenal chicken sanga, and have an impressive offering of sweet pastry treats if that's more your thing.
2/557 Military Road, Mosman
Bathers’ Pavilion
Gorgeous views and inventive Mediterranean fare are on the menu at the beautiful Pavilion, and the Bather's Bistro offers relaxed, all-day dining ideal for breakfast catch-ups, long lunches and family dinners.
In the morning, enjoy fresh juice, eggs and granola, while later in the day all the classics - like fish and chips and gourmet pizzas - are available.
4 The Esplanade, Mosman
Cali Press
With eight locations across Sydney, Cali Press in Mosman is always a good shout for a feel-good hit. Fusing delicious and nutritious food with a healthy lifestyle, Cali Press ensures the folk of Sydney get their fill of raw, organic cold-pressed juice, wholesome snacks, acai bowls and loaded salads.
Shop 1/914 Military Road, Mosman
Bacino Bar
A Mosman mainstay since 1998, Bacino Bar has a reputation for serving some of the best coffee in town. Using beans from Little Italy Coffee Roasters, their cappuccinos are particularly iconic, thanks to their generous Flake topping.
Don't be fooled by the unassuming hole-in-the-wall setup. This small but mighty establishment doesn't just make amazing coffee, their food is equally delish. From savoury bagels, pastries and paninis, grab something to go with your morning brew.
Shop 3/120-122 Prince Albert Street, Mosman
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