The Best Cafes in Bronte to Satisfy Every Brunch Mood

Nestled between Tamarama and Clovelly, Bronte has plenty to boast about: a laid-back lifestyle, a tight-knit community, and a beautiful natural landscape that draws visitors from near and far.

In recent years, it’s also become the place to go for a beachside bite, offering a variety of delightful dining options. Next time you’re in the area, take your pick from this list and grab a table at one of the best cafes in Bronte, where the food is as appealing as the stunning ocean views.

Cali Press

Bronte lays claim to the original Cali Press, a health café that is teeming with organic wholefoods and superfood smoothies. Menu standouts include the Golden Glow smoothie, the peanut butter latte and the hot honey chicken bowl. Although Cali Press is more of a place to grab and go, you’re welcome to linger amongst their beautiful minimalistic interiors. 

142B Macpherson Street, Bronte

Locale

Locale’s menu champions fresh local produce and presents contemporary classics in a laid-back space. Specialty coffee from Sydney’s Pablo and Rusty’s, along with a curated selection of wine and beer, are on hand to quench thirsty patrons.

127 Macpherson Street, Bronte

Broth Bar & Larder

The perfect winter warmer, Broth Bar & Larder shines a spotlight on the benefits of broth with steaming bowls of soup and chicken broth, healthy smoothies, and raw treats. There’s a small dine-in area where you can enjoy the broths and weekly specials, or you can opt for takeaway and enjoy a bowlful on the knoll looking over the waves.

49 Belgrave Street, Bronte

Coop

Part cafe, part art space, Coop is one of the most exciting spaces in Bronte. It delivers a buzzing mix of tasty food and artistic ambience. Known for its welcoming community vibe and beachfront views, it serves an array of delicious bites like vegan pancakes, corn fritters, the Med bowl, coffee, cocktails and natty wines.

Shop 1, 465 Bronte Road, Bronte

Favoloso Espresso Bar + Deli

A slice of Italy in Sydney, Favoloso is a local go-to and one of the best cafés in Bronte. The Sicilian-inspired cafe and deli has a lot going for it: a sun-drenched corner location, authentic food, incredible coffee, and a friendly feel.

Do as the locals do and go in the morning for a caffeine fix and crunchy panini. If you can, stay longer to read the paper and chat with fellow patrons – there’s no better place to catch up on neighbourhood news.

43-45 Belgrave Street, Bronte

Huxtons at Bronte

A cosy corner cafe in the streets of Bronte, Huxtons may be small, but it packs a real punch with its healthy menu that draws on seasonal produce. We can’t get enough of their chilli scrambled eggs, hot jam doughnuts and homemade lasagne.

Combine this with some seriously good coffee and crumbly pastries and you’ll see why they’re a favourite Bronte brunch destination. 

145E Macpherson Street, Bronte

The Bogey Hole Cafe

A local favourite, the Bogey Hole Cafe is named after Bronte’s famous rock pool, and it captures the suburb’s vibe perfectly. The space is airy and light-filled, with colourful walls, beach paintings, and unparalleled views of the real thing.

The menu features a bunch of simple yet moreish dishes: think eggs benedict, avo smash, and banana crepes for breakfast (which runs all day – score!).

473 Bronte Road, Bronte

Iggy’s Bread

Iggy’s isn’t strictly a sit-down cafe, but it is a Bronte institution – so it deserves a mention. Headed by artisan baker and longtime local resident Igor Ivanovic, Iggy’s makes sourdough bread using organic ingredients and old-school baking methods. Their sweet treats are equally as lush, especially their uber-fluffy croissants. 

131 Macpherson Street, Bronte

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