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The Best New Cafes That Opened in Sydney in 2024

Sydney was blessed with plenty of new cafes in 2024. These were our favourites.

Superfreak (Image Credit: Phillip Huynh)
Superfreak (Image Credit: Phillip Huynh)

On top of oodles of new restaurants and bars, 2024 saw Sydney's cafe scene expand. The long-awaited Lune finally touched down in Sydney, alongside further outposts for Salumerie and Tokyo Lamington, proving that Sydneysiders like what they like — and that's focaccia sandwiches and tasty bakery treats! But that's not to say a few newbies didn't impress the residents of our foodie-focused city. From deli plates by Superfreak to pistachio piccolos from Tessuto, we also saw plenty of viral sensations take centre stage. Ready to dig in? Find all of Sydney's 2024 best new cafes openings below...

Best New Cafes in Sydney: December 2024

A filled focaccia sandwich from sammy junior x salumerie
Salumerie

Salumerie 

Italian deli and sandwich masters Salumerie has arrived in the Northern Beaches! Expect house-made focaccia loaded with fresh deli goodness ranging from prosciutto di parma to porchetta, grilled eggplant and vodka polpette. 

40 East Esplanade, Manly

Box of six golden croissants from Lune Croissanterie Brisbane.
Lune

Lune

After almost five years of foiled plans, Lune has finally arrived in Sydney. For those not in the know, Lune produces the most technically perfect croissants in town. Founder Kate Reid, a former Formula 1 aerodynamicist has perfected the art, and the results must be sampled to be believed.

The Roseberry outpost delivers the sleek minimalist interiors Lune is known for alongside a daily array of up to 15 different pastries. Queues might be long, but remember, they're worth the wait! 

As for the CBD destination, a tighter curation of pastries is on offer, perfect for your morning commute. 

Rosebery & Martin Place

Best New Cafes in Sydney: November 2024

Tessuto (Image Credit: Steven Woodburn)

Tessuto 

Breaky in the CBD just got a major glow-up with the arrival of Italian trattoria Tessuto. From the talented group behind Secolo comes this glorious pit stop where carbonara scrambled eggs, tiramisu iced lattes and focaccias lie in wait. Retro and playful, the team are serving all kinds of fun spins on trending ingredients including the picciriddu — a single espresso topped with pistachio cream and a pistachio crumb rim. Fancy a drop with your lunch? An Italian-focussed wine list and a range of spritzes are on offer. 

32-34 York Street, Sydney 

Pippis 

Channelling all their hospitality expertise into a waterfront venue, Pippis is the brand-new bayside opening from the good people behind The Grounds of Alexandria. Bringing a splash of Euro summer to The Shire, this new eatery is open from breakfast through to dinner. Soak up a cocktail on the deck whilst enjoying dappled sunlight through the orange and white umbrellas or cosy up at the custom-made bar for a pre-dinner cocktail. Breaky classics are covered, as well as antipasti, pizza, pasta and seafood come lunch and dinner. 

2 Tonkin Street, Cronulla 

Best New Cafes in Sydney: July 2024

Superfreak (Image Credits: Phillip Huynh) 

Superfreak 

Superfreak serves up healthy bites that look the part. You can expect delicious breaky plates (jammy eggs, radish, picked vege and the like), broth, porridge and other nourishing delights. The interiors are just as clean as the menu with a neutral palette and minimalist design fitted out with luxury textiles. 

333 Enmore Road, Marrickville 

Tokyo Lamington & The Bakery
Tokyo Lamington & The Bakery

Tokyo Lamington & The Bakery 

They've perfected the lamington (and the Newtown store) and now the good people at Tokyo Lamington are spreading the love with the opening of their new Tokyo Lamington & The Bakery store in Marrickville. The good news is that there will be lamingtons. The better news is that they'll also be serving up even more baked goods from pastries to breads. Matcha strawberry scroll? We're there. 

140 Marrickville Road, Marrickville 

Best New Cafes in Sydney: April 2024

Best cafes Surry Hills: The minimalist interiors of Maido in Surry Hills
Maido

Maido 

Sydney's favourite Japanese-inspired slow-living homewares store, Provider, has teamed up with Artificer Coffee in the collaboration of dreams. Serving coffee in deliciously decadent ceramic mugs, you can enjoy a slow sip whilst your browse top-tier homewares and watch the team in the candle lab pour Provider Store signature candles. 

7-9 Flinders Street, Surry Hills

scrambled eggs on toast from Noon Manly
Noon

Noon

With a simple yet chic fit-out and a prime sunlit corner just a block back from the Beach, Noon is fuelling locals and visitors alike with classic coffees, iced matches or a shaken tahini latte. For food think elevated B&Es with house barbecue sauce, scrambled eggs with black lime za’atar crisp, sourdough and cultured butter or Rosti with cured ocean trout, fennel and herb salad, lemon myrtle, crème fraiche.

Shop 1/18 Raglan St, Manly 

Best New Cafes in Sydney: March 2024

Moon Phase
Moon Phase

Moon Phase 

There's no sweeter sentence than 'specialising in artisanal croissants and coffee' and that's exactly what this sleek St Leonards cafe is all about. Expect the most delicate, artistic pastries from Moon Phase in a range of unique flavours including winter chai, earl grey lychee and wildflower honey. 

Shop entry via Clarke Lane (off Oxley St, 96-97/545 Pacific Highway, St Leonards

Best New Cafes in Sydney: February 2024

Tita Carinderia 

If you're a breaky/brunch lover and you haven't yet visited Tita Carinderia, you've got some priorities to reconsider. This Filipino bakery and cafe will require multiple visits if you want to make a dent in the offering. The exceptionally popular ube flavour can be found in almost anything (the soft serve is a must) as can other popular Filipino ingredients. It's the perfect place to try something new before leaving with a sweet treat for the road. 

Shop 4/259 Illawarra Road, Marrickville 

best new cafes sydney: a circular table laid out with available pastries at pantry story
Pantry Story

Pantry Story 

Pantry Story is, well, the story of a new generation of neighbourhood bakers doing things differently. Playing with flavour and the medium of baked goods, you can expect the likes of pandan scrolls, chilli oil and cheese twists and brisket hand pie. Arrive hungry and arrive early. 

Sitchu Tip: Do not leave without securing a hazelnut chocolate almond babka. 

336 Paramatta Road, Stanmore 

Best New Cafes in Sydney: January 2024

Salumerie 

Fresh, handmade bread, deli meats and cheese - Salumerie is slinging the holy trifecta and we can't think of anywhere we'd rather be come lunchtime. Shop deli bits and pieces to-go or settle in for a freshly made sandwich and coffee. Our picks are the Napoli (prosciutto di parma, rocket, stracciatella, shaved parmesan, olive oil EVOO) and vodka polpette (polpette in vodka ragu sauce, buffalo ricotta, rocket, saved parmesan, eggplant a fungheto). 

Sitchu Tip: Get there early to secure the goods - you're not the only salami lover in town! 

40 Llankelly Place, Potts Point 

If you've managed to taste your way through all of the best new cafes that opened in Sydney in 2024, and are looking for more cafe recommendations, be sure to check out our favourite cafes for brunch in Sydney as well as the best beach cafes

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