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.
For more than fifteen years, Pieno has been welcoming locals and visitors alike to the heart of Surry Hills. Over that time, our café has become a true neighbourhood meeting place—where familiar faces return daily and where some of the local kids we once served now proudly work alongside us.At Pieno, we offer honest, from-scratch Mediterranean-Australian cooking, with menus shaped by seasonality, sustainability, and a love of simple, beautiful ingredients. Whether you’re stopping in for morning coffee, a relaxed lunch, or an evening meal with wine and cocktails, our aim is always the same: to create a warm space where you can slow down, feel at home, and enjoy great food and company.Settle in, take your time, and enjoy the garden, the food, the drinks, and the atmosphere.Pieno is also available for catered events—from corporate functions to weddings and casual celebrations.
Bomonti Café & Restaurant is a relaxed Turkish and Mediterranean eatery nestled within the Queen Victoria Building, offering a bright café-style setting. The menu features breakfast and lunch plates inspired by Turkish flavours—highlights include Mediterranean salads, shakshuka, and the indulgent Sultan’s Favorite, alongside sweets like baklava. Patrons often note the standout coffee and friendly, attentive service in a welcoming atmosphere. The venue is well suited for casual dining, brunch with friends, or takeaway convenience.
Cafe Alma blends 90% recycled design with fresh, soulful food and specialty Chambers Coffee. Just steps from Darling Harbour, enjoy vibrant brunch plates, great coffee, and a warm welcome — perfect for locals, workers, and weekend catch-ups.
Ampersand Cafe, a three-story sanctuary where our passion for artisanal food meets a sprawling library of over 30,000 books. Voted the 6th most beautiful book-café in the world! We invite you to settle in and peruse our shelves while you dine, offering a unique space where you can get lost in a story over a perfect cup of coffee. Our kitchen prides itself on a carefully prepared menu of all-day breakfast, brunch, and salads, with nearly everything made from scratch. If you find a book you simply can’t put down, our entire collection is available for purchase at the front counter, and we also buy quality secondhand titles to keep our library ever-evolving. Whether you are indulging in a homemade caramel slice, enjoying a selection from our fully licensed bar, or browsing our online store for gift certificates, we look forward to sharing our love of literature and handcrafted fare with you.
Park yourself, stay a while.The Park Street Diner by The Grounds brings classic charm with a modern edge. Step inside and you’re instantly part of the story - booths that welcome you, pops of colour that catch your eye, and retro details that make every corner feel alive. From the first coffee to late-night bites, it’s all day, all diner: mornings that wake you up, delicious lunches, and evenings where plates, drinks, and conversations keep flowing.Come hungry, leave happy, and always feel welcome, this is a diner that doesn’t just serve food, it serves moments you’ll remember.
Where cutting-edge coffee technology meets exceptional design—our flagship store is a true expression of craftsmanship. Immerse yourself in the inviting atmosphere and signature Haven hospitality, right here in Green Square.
L’Americano Alexandria is without a doubt, one of the coolest cafes in Sydney. This espresso bar is located within the flagship showroom for premium lifestyle brand, Coco Republic… we told you it was cool. Located on O’Riordan Street, the space itself combines Coco’s Americana aesthetic and the rich culture behind coffee icon, Vittoria Coffee. You’ll find artinanal coffee alongside a bespoke menu created with chef extraordinaire Alex Kearns that is inspired by the novel, The Talented Mr Ripley. That cool factor just keeps on rising. All the dishes at L’Americano Sydney are made using locally-sourced and high quality produce and served in a manner that’s reminiscent of the Italian coastline, with a touch of the American Riviera thrown in. Curious? You should be.
Volume One is a neighbourhood eatery and bar in the heart of Bondi, designed to take you seamlessly from morning coffee through to late-night drinks. Relaxed, welcoming and effortlessly social, Volume One is a place to settle in whether it’s for breakfast after the beach, a long lunch with friends, or cocktails and dinner as the sun goes down.At the heart of Volume One is a seasonal, produce-led menu built around food that is generous, approachable and made to be shared. Alongside the kitchen, a considered drinks offering brings together quality coffee, carefully selected wines and creative cocktails, giving the space a different energy as the day unfolds.More than just a place to eat and drink, Volume One was created to feel like part of the Bondi neighbourhood familiar, vibrant and personal. With a focus on genuine hospitality, great produce and bringing people together, it’s the kind of place you can visit at any hour and always feel at home.
