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Pancakes Sydney
Thereâs nothing quite like a pancake Sydney, especially when itâs made fresh and served hot. In Sydney, there are plenty of places to get your pancake fix, but which one is the best? Thatâs a tough question to answer, but weâre up for the challenge! Here are our picks for the 20 best pancake Sydney [2022].
1) Air Lab
Key Service | Japanese-inspired pancakes |
Address | Shop 5,85 John St CABRAMATTA, New South Wales 2166 |
Website | https://www.airlabsouffle.com/ |
Phone | 0434 640 900 |
Operating Hours | Tuesday 12:00 pm â 10:00 pm Wednesday 12:00 pm â 10:00 pm Thursday 12:00 pm â 10:00 pm Friday 12:00 pm â 10:00 pm Saturday 12:00 pm â 10:00 pm Sunday 12:00 pm â 10:00 pm |
If you told us Cabrabatta is home to some of Sydneyâs lightest and most airy pancakesâyouâd probably assume theyâd be from Air Lab SoufflĂ©. In terms of deliciousness, this dessert bar has you covered. The dessert barâs light and fluffy treats include the Lotus Biscoff cheesecake, milkshakes, crepe cakes, cheese tarts, Oreo chocolate ice cream eggettes, crĂšme brĂ»lĂ©e choux pastry, or soft serve parfaits.
Key Differentiators:
- Japanese-inspired pancakes
- Sydneyâs lightest and most airy pancakes
- Serves crÚme brûlée soufflé pancakes
Customerâs Review:
Air Lab Soufflé make the best soufflé pancakes that I have ever eaten in Sydney, their soufflé pancakes melt in your mouth and they taste divine. I cannot wait to go back and try the rest of the menu.
Vanessa K
2) Porch And Parlour
Key Service | Offers a complete breakfast and lunch menu |
Address | 17-18/110 Ramsgate Ave, North Bondi NSW 2026 |
Website | https://porchandparlour.com/ |
Phone | (02) 9300 0111 |
sarah@porchandparlour.com.au | |
Operating Hours | 6.30am â 2pm daily |
Porch and Parlour, on the other hand, is well-known for its excellent cuisine in Sydneyâs East. The cafe on the Bondi Beach side offers a complete breakfast and lunch menu every day of the week, as well as a âsundownersâ snack menu and plenty of cocktails for its late-night trade. One particular vibrant green dish, in particular, has made a name for itself.
Key Differentiators:
- Offers a complete breakfast and lunch menu
- Plenty of cocktails
- Serves the best pea pancake
Customerâs Review:
Fresh, tasty, beautiful food, with good size portions.
Marc Griffiths
3) Happyfield
Key Service | Best for its pancake stacks |
Address | 96 Ramsay Street Haberfield Sydney, NSW, Australia 2045 |
Website | https://www.happyfield.com.au/ |
Phone | +61 2 9716 5168 |
hello@happyfield.com.au | |
Operating Hours | Tuesday to Sunday 7:30 AM â 3:30 PM |
If you live in Haberfield, youâre familiar with the local diner-style cafe, Happyfield, which serves some of the best pancakes in Sydney. The bright yellow corner cafe, which opened in 2020 and is run by Jesse Orleans and Chris Theodosi, serves delicious cuisine in a genuinely (as the name implies) happy environment. Along with exceptional service and items like the âMcLovin Muffin,â a breakfast burger that will leave your Monday Maccas order in the dust.
Key Differentiators:
- Best for its pancake stacks
- Serves the best pancakes in Sydney
- Offers a breakfast burger that will leave your Monday Maccas order in the dust
Customerâs Review:
The food is great, service is wonderful and the people are super friendly. Highly recommend this place.
Sarah D
4) Cafe Bella Dee
Key Service | Serves Canadian maple syrup |
Address | 36 Tuffy Avenue, Sans Souci Sans Souci, NSW, Australia 2219 |
Website | https://www.facebook.com/cafebelladee/ |
Phone | 6195839016 |
cafebelladee@live.com.au | |
Operating Hours | Tuesday: 7:00 AM â 2:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM â 2:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM â 2:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM â 2:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM â 3:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM â 3:00 PM |
Cafe Bella Dee is one of the best places for delectable pancakes in San Antonio. If you donât believe us, check out their Instagram. These delicious, round-shaped pancakes are substantial, fluffy, and to die for. Imagine them tastefully complemented with maple roasted almonds, Italian ricotta, berry compote, seasonal fruits, and Canadian maple syrupâthat masterpiece will be gone in a matter of minutes.
Key Differentiators:
- Serves Canadian maple syrup
- Offering a create-your-own pancake stack box
- Serves picture-perfect, round-shaped pancakes
Customerâs Review:
Been here a few times and always walk away impressed with the food and service. Iâve been mostly ordering savoury meals for brunch, but recently decided to try their extremely photogenic pancakes. I was not disappointed! Absolutely delicious! Good value for what you get on the plate.
Wendy
5) Lumiere Café and Patisserie
Key Service | Serves the popular Ricotta Hotcakes |
Address | St Margarets Square Shop 13 / 425 Bourke Street Surry Hills NSW 2010 |
Website | https://lumierecafe.com.au/ |
Phone | 02 9331 6184 |
info@lumierecafe.com.au | |
Operating Hours | Monday â Friday kitchen open till 3pm 6:00am â 3.30pm Weekends kitchen open till 3pm 7.00am â 3.30pm |
From eggs, toasts, and pancakes, Lumiere Café and Patisserie has you covered, as well as their popular Ricotta Hotcakes. Pancake fans will love the fluffy and luxurious hotcakes drizzled with triple berry compote and mascarpone topped with maple syrup on the sweet plate of a pancake masterpiece.
Key Differentiators:
- Large-scale delicious all breakfast menu
- Serves the popular Ricotta Hotcakes
- Serves dairy-free meals
Customerâs Review:
Always a favourite! The team pride themselves on exceptional service and take their menu very seriously. The service is fantastic, and meals freshly prepared. Very popular with locals particularly on weekends, so recommend booking for a table! Meals always make any wait worth it in peak times.
DI
6) SOUL Deli
Key Service | Incredible dishes with Korean twists |
Address | 185 Campbell Street Surry Hills, NSW, Australia 2010 |
Website | https://souldeli.com.au/ |
hello@souldeli.com.au | |
Operating Hours | Daily 7 AM â 4 PM |
SOUL Deli in Daero Lee and Illa Kimâs SOUL Dining restaurant debuted in 2020 as the younger sister venue to its adjacent SOUL Dining. And let me just say that the cafe, deli, and homewares store has not disappointed. The Campbell Street restaurant, which has swiftly become a local favorite, is dishing out some fantastic dishes with Korean twists like the pork belly kimchi cheese sandwich or the omelette with Korean âcaviar.â
Key Differentiators:
- K-food culture
- Serves the omelette with Korean âcaviarâ
- Incredible dishes with Korean twists
Customerâs Review:
The food is fantastic, service amazing and place is always clean. The owners are very friendly and welcoming too. Highly recommend to anyone seeking a lovely experience.
Tania S
7) Gram
Key Service | Serves eight different pancake flavours |
Address | Shop 67, Chatswood Interchange, Level 3/436 Victoria Ave, Chatswood NSW 2067 |
Website | https://www.gramaustralia.com.au/ |
Phone | 02 8084 0866 |
info@gramaustralia.com | |
Operating Hours | Mon â Sun: 11:00am â 7:00pm |
Gram, which opened in Sydney last year, is credited with developing some of the cityâs best soufflĂ© stacks. Gramâs fluffy, cloud-like âpremium pancakesâ are created using an intricate and time-consuming technique carried out by experienced hands. The entire kitchen crew went to Japan for ten days of intensive training, followed by 10 days of fine-tuning their talents at the Chatswood store.
Key Differentiators:
- Serves eight different pancake flavours
- Offers premium pancakes
- Has many seasonal varieties the menu offers
Customerâs Review:
Amazing pancakes but very filling! We struggled to finish one stack of fluffy pancakes between two people, but persevered and enjoyed every bite. Dining-in was a pleasant experience, as the furnishings are very trendy and aesthetically pleasing and the service was attentive and friendly.
Mikaela
8) The Brothers Cafe
Key Service | Serves cracking souffle pancakes |
Address | Shop T.03 / 1 Little pier street Haymarket, NSW |
Website | https://www.thebrothers-cafe.com/ |
Phone | +61 457 225 138 |
admin@thebrothers-cafe.com | |
Operating Hours | Mon-Tue 9am â 3pmâŁâŁ Wed-Thu 9am-3pm/ /5pm-9pmâŁâŁ Fri-Sat 9am-3pm/ /5pm-10pmâŁâŁ Sun 9am-3pm/ /5pm-9pm |
The Brothers Cafe is located in the heart of the city, south of Central Station. The cafe serves big burgers, hearty pasta dishes, and tall smoothies. Some great souffle pancakes to boot! This delicious dessert is rich in taste and texture, but youâll be amazed at how quickly it can be whipped up. It takes around 20 minutes to create these beautifully light and delicate items, but you may rest assured that they are well worth the wait. The fluffy stacks are garnished with tastes that no sweet tooth would refuse.
Key Differentiators:
- Tasty souffle pancakes
- Serves cracking souffle pancakes
- Serves Thai milk tea pancake
Customerâs Review:
Thai milk tea pancake was yummy, a little sweet. The pancake itself is really fluffy. The thaibonara is amazing, not heavy and a little spicy. Highly recommended. The crab croissant had eggs that could have a bit more flavour but overall still yummy. Service was good.
Al
9) Bay Vista
Key Service | Traditional dessert-focussed eatery |
Address | 83 The Grand Parade, Brighton-Le-Sands NSW 2216 |
Website | https://www.bayvista.com.au/ |
Phone | (02) 9556 1727 |
info@bayvista.com.au | |
Operating Hours | Monday to Friday 10am â 1am Saturday 8am â 3am Sunday 8am â 1am |
Desserts and sweet delicacies arenât hidden at the end of the menu at Bay Vistaâthey are the entire meal. So, it wonât come as a surprise that youâll be able to get some incredible pancakes when you visit. Since 1991, the dessert bar has been satisfying sweet tooths in Brighten-Le-Sands with crepes, waffles, scrolls, cakes, and âadults-only sundaes.â
Key Differentiators:
- Traditional dessert-focussed eatery
- Extensive menu
- Serves wide range of desserts
Customerâs Review:
Shocked to be served desserts bigger than my dinner. Spoilt for choice with the almost 50 page menu. Could not finish my delicious dessert â had to take away. Hot chocolate was very enjoyable. Low lights, music, great atmosphere. An amazing treat for dessert lovers.
Andrew S
10) Four Frogs Creperie
Key Service | French-inspired menu |
Address | Locations |
Website | https://www.fourfrogs.com.au/ |
Phone | Contact |
Contact | |
Operating Hours | Locations |
Pancake lovers the world over know that the French are pancake masters. Four Frogs is a celebration of traditional French crepes from beautiful Bretagne in the Western part of France. Four Frogs is a Sydney-based cafe that serves authentic Bretagne-style buckwheat crepes, also known as galettes, which are inspired by the foundersâ grandmothers.
Key Differentiators:
- Serves traditional French crepes
- French-inspired menu
- Serves warm galettes
Customerâs Review:
Me and a couple of friends went there to have lunch on Sunday. Great place! The menu is wide so you have plenty of options to pick from, our waiter was a bit crancky sometimes but it was okay. It is not very expensive.
Divian payares vasquez
11) Speedos Cafe
Key Service | Serves vegan chia pancakes |
Address | 126 Ramsgate Ave, North Bondi |
Website | speedoscafe.com.au |
Phone | (02) 9365 3622 |
Operating Hours | Opening hours: 6am â 4pm Breakfast 6.30am â 11.30am Lunch 11.30pm â 4pm |
Speedos welcomes all kinds of dietary restrictions, and the chefs are familiar with vegan alternatives (before becoming a mainstay on the menu, the pancakes went through rigorous recipe testing and were given to Sydneyâs top vegan bloggers). So, their vegan chia pancakes topped with sticky, caramelised banana, fresh figs, seasonal berries, and pistachio crumble drizzled in maple syrup are a must-try.
Key Differentiators:
- Asthetically pleasing pancakes
- Serves vegan chia pancakes
- Has the Bondi Beach views
Customerâs Review:
Brekky at Speedos was lovely. Coffee delish and pancakes were very pretty (would have preferred banana caramelised tho). Gets pretty noisy when busy, but seems pretty popular!
Shannon C
12) Left of Field
Key Service | Serves winter hotcakes |
Address | Shop 3 / 7 Gauthorpe St Rhodes NSW 2138 |
Website | https://www.leftoffield.com.au/ |
Phone | (02) 9752 7729 |
info@leftoffield.com.au | |
Operating Hours | Monday 7AMâ2:30PM Tuesday 7AMâ2:30PM Wednesday 7AMâ2:30PM Thursday 7AMâ2:30PM Friday 7AMâ2:30PM Saturday 8AMâ3PM Sunday 8AMâ3PM |
The little cafe in Rhodes, tucked away by the river, is known for its creative, seasonal hotcakes and unusual toppings. The 2020 winter hotcake has a warming combination of sweet potato hotcakes with gluhwein sauce, seasonal fruits, honey yoghurt, and pistachio and hazelnut crumble.
Key Differentiators:
- Creative pancake toppings
- Serves winter hotcakes
- Lump-free pancakes
Customerâs Review:
Best pancakes I ever had. The husband has the chorizo bowl, it was super yummy too. Canât wait to visit again and try out rest of the menu. Location is superb too, must visit for a brunch.
Aastha Choudhary
13) COOH
Key Service | Healthy pancake options |
Address | 90-96 Bourke Rd, Alexandria, NSW, 2015 |
Website | https://www.bourkeroad.cooh.com.au/ |
Phone | (02) 9002 1333 |
bookings@bourkeroad.cooh.com.au | |
Operating Hours | Monday 7am â 3:30pm Tuesday 7am â 3:30pm Wednesday 7am -3:30pm Thursday 7am -3:30pm Friday 7am -3:30pm Saturday 8:00am -3:30pm Sunday 8:00am â 3:30pm |
The Coffee at Alexandria CafĂ© is known for its COOH concept, which emphasizes providing a healthy yet distinctive cafĂ© experience. Despite the fact that their buckwheat pancakes are focused on nutritious, organic food, theyâve become a regular choice on the menu. Expect a delectable fluffy buckwheat, coconut, and berry pancake stack topped with seasonal fruit, organic coconut yoghurt, and toasted coconut chips.
Key Differentiators:
- Healthy pancake options
- Focuses on organic food
- Serves buckwheat pancakes
Customerâs Review:
Had a great time here catching up with friends. The coffee was very good and I enjoyed the healthy pancake options. Will definitely come back!
Natasha P
14) bills
Key Service | Has a wide range of pancake options |
Address | 359 Crown Street Surry Hills NSW 2010 |
Website | https://www.bills.com.au/ |
Phone | +61 2 9360 4762 |
info@bills.com.au | |
Operating Hours | Daily 7AMâ10PM |
The ricotta hotcakes at Billâs are legendary. With banana and honeycomb butter, youâll doubt every supermarket-bought pikelet of your youth and vow never to sink so low again. A white peach bellini with prosecco and white peach purĂ©e, or a Bills-inspired bloody Mary, is a fantastic way to start your morning.
Key Differentiators:
- Ricotta hotcakes are legendary
- Has a wide range of pancake options
- Serves a white peach bellini
Customerâs Review:
I had the pancake stack with bacon and it was delicious! The pancakes were fluffy and light, and the bacon added a great smoky flavor. The service was good and the waitstaff was friendly. I would definitely come back!
Jane
15) The Hungry Spoon Café
Key Service | Has a self-pour maple syrup station |
Address | 59 Rosa street Oatley Oatley, NSW, Australia 2223 |
Website | https://www.facebook.com/TheHungrySpoonCafe |
Phone | +61 2 8540 8416 |
shadia.majed@hotmail.com | |
Operating Hours | Monday: 7:00 AM â 4:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM â 4:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM â 4:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM â 4:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM â 4:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM â 3:00 PM Sunday: 7:30 AM â 3:00 PM |
The Hungry Spoon Café is located in the Oatley area of Sydney, and it serves a diverse selection of meals as well as delicious coffee concoctions, tea drinkers, smoothie and milkshake fans. With a scoop of ice cream and self-pour maple syrup, their fantastic beverages are complemented by the most compatible partner: buttermilk pancakes generously topped with strawberries, blueberries, banana and enhanced with a scoop of ice cream!
Key Differentiators:
- Serves a diverse range of meals
- Pancakes are generously topped
- Has a self-pour maple syrup station
Customerâs Review:
The pancakes were delicious and the service was great. I would definitely come back! The pancake stack was huge and it was nice to have the option to self-pour the syrup.
Kloe
16) The Pantry Manly
Key Service | Pancakes are available with a variety of toppings |
Address | Ocean Promenade, North Steyne, Manly Sydney, NSW, 2095 |
Website | http://www.thepantrymanly.com/ |
Phone | +61 (02) 9977 0566 |
info@thepantrymanly.com | |
Operating Hours | Breakfast served from 8.00am to 11.30am Lunch & Dinner served from 12pm to late |
The Pantry, on Manly Beach, is a great place to start your weekend with delectable brunch foods. Their buttermilk pancakes are available with banana, candied walnuts, and honey or fresh berries coulis and ice cream as toppings. Itâs difficult to choose? Order both and share them half-and-half.
Key Differentiators:
- Hosts private dinner parties to corporate functions
- Pancakes are available with a variety of toppings
- Located on Manly Beach
Customerâs Review:
The pancake stack was huge and I loved the variety of toppings. The service was great and the waitstaff was friendly. I would definitely come back!
Kaitlyn
17) Harrys Bondi
Key Service | Has a best-selling blueberry ricotta hotcake |
Address | Shop 2, 136 Wairoa Ave Bondi, NSW, Australia 2026 |
Website | https://harrysbondi.com.au/ |
Phone | +61 2 9130 2180 |
gm@harrysbondi.com.au | |
Operating Hours | Daily 7:00 AM â 4:00 PM |
Harryâs blueberry ricotta hotcake is served with such precision that youâll genuinely feel like youâre breaking a law by digging inâŠnot that we would. The ricotta hotcakes, which are topped with summer berries, passionfruit, toasted almonds, and vanilla bean double cream, fly off the menu as soon as they hit it.
Key Differentiators:
- Has a best-selling blueberry ricotta hotcake
- Ricotta hotcakes are topped with summer berries
- Located in Bondi Beach
Customerâs Review:
The pancake stack was delicious and the service was great. I would definitely come back! The pancake stack was huge and it was nice to have the option to self-pour the syrup.
El
18) Indigo
Key Service | Offers all-day-breakfast menu |
Address | 6/15 Cross Street Double Bay NSW 2028 |
Website | https://www.indigodoublebay.com/ |
Phone | (02) 9363 5966 |
info@indigodoublebay.com | |
Operating Hours | Monday to Friday 6.30am till 3.30pm Saturday 6.30am till 4pm Sunday 7am till 4pm |
Indigo, an all-day-breakfast restaurant in Eastern Suburbsâ Transvaal Avenue area, serves up some of Sydneyâs finest stacks. Their pancakes with caramelised banana, maple syrup, and vanilla whipped mascarpone are pure heaven on a plate, and it goes perfectly with a strawberry hibiscus apple iced tea.
Key Differentiators:
- Offers all-day-breakfast menu
- Pancakes are served with caramelized banana
- Has a wide range of pancake options
Customerâs Review:
The pancakes were delicious and the service was great. I would definitely come back! The pancake stack was huge and it was nice to have the option to self-pour the syrup.
Nov
19) Paddock on Crown
Key Service | Offers Vegetarian friendly pancakes |
Address | 509 Crown St, Surry Hills NSW 2010 |
Website | https://www.paddockoncrown.com.au/ |
Phone | 02 8399 2827 |
paddockcrown@gmail.com | |
Operating Hours | Daily 8:00 AM â 3:00 PM |
Are you a Taro and Ube fan? Maybe you enjoy Filipino-inspired sweets? Whatever your preference, this café is the place to go! From Filo sticky rice to Halo-halo, Paddock will satisfy your cravings.
They also offer a wide selection of breakfast foods, including our top choice for this month, pancakes, in addition to waffles and French toast. Pancakes with fluffy interior, yet crispy exterior and vanilla mascarpone, covered in whipped maple butter, garnished with raspberry coulis, strawberries, and topped with their own unique Ube ice cream (Pandan or Coconut) are served!
Key Differentiators:
- Serves pancakes with vanilla mascarpone
- Serves delectable toppings, such as Filipino inspired Ube ice cream
- Offers Vegetarian friendly pancakes
Customerâs Review:
The pancake stack was delicious and the service was great. I would definitely come back! The pancake stack was huge and it was nice to have the option to self-pour the syrup.
Jan
20) Pancakes on the Rocks
Key Service | Serves savoury crĂȘpes and pancakes |
Address | Locations |
Website | https://pancakesontherocks.com.au/ |
Phone | Contact |
Contact | |
Operating Hours | Locations |
Pancake aficionados flock to Pancake Palace for the ultimate in delicious, fluffy pancakes. The iconic Sydney cafe is always on every hit-list for the best pancakes, with a vast selection of equally enormous varieties to choose from. The Bananarama buttermilk pancakes with grilled banana and butterscotch sauce is a crowd-pleaser!
Key Differentiators:
- Serves savoury crĂȘpes and pancakes
- Serves unique pancake flavours, such as Bananarama
- Pancakes are buttermilk-based
Customerâs Review:
The pancake stack was delicious and the service was great. I would definitely come back! The pancake stack was huge and it was nice to have the option to self-pour the syrup.
Kaye
Pancakes Sydney
Pancake Sydney lovers will rejoice at the variety of pancake options available in Sydney. Whether youâre looking for a classic pancake stack or something more adventurous, thereâs sure to be a pancake cafe that will satisfy your cravings. So what are you waiting for? Get out there and start sampling some of Sydneyâs best pancakes!
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