Not Bread Alone

Not Bread Alone Not Bread Alone is a charming breakfast and brunch restaurant situated on Pacific Highway in Crows Nest that also doubles as a café. Established in 2000, this eatery is one of the area's gems and prides itself on offering fine Australian cuisine made from the freshest ingredients. Their menu items are versatile, ranging from fresh juices to mouth-watering slow-cooked lamb shanks. They also roast their own coffee in-house, and all their homemade desserts, cakes, and sweet things are made with love. Dining options include indoor or outdoor seating, and they are both licensed and BYO. Street parking is available, with a two-hour free council car park located in Nicholson Street – just a minute's walk away.

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Baked fresh on site, because the best treats are the ones still warm from the oven. Take your pick from gluten free fria...
22/06/2026

Baked fresh on site, because the best treats are the ones still warm from the oven.

Take your pick from gluten free friands and flourless chocolate cake or fruit muffins, savoury muffins, chocolate brownies, caramel and walnut slice, carrot cake, chocolate chip cookies or a Frangelico truffle if you’re after something a little indulgent.

Ease into your weekend with us. Good coffee, great food and a spot waiting in our pretty cafe courtyard. Find us just sh...
19/06/2026

Ease into your weekend with us. Good coffee, great food and a spot waiting in our pretty cafe courtyard.

Find us just short walk from the Crows Nest Metro, open 7 days from 6am – 2pm ish.


No shortcuts. Just good food.Juicy beef, bacon, cheese, fresh greens and house relish, done right and served with chips....
18/06/2026

No shortcuts. Just good food.

Juicy beef, bacon, cheese, fresh greens and house relish, done right and served with chips.

Simple. Classic. Always hits.

Available 6am – 2pm ish, 7 days.

26 years in Crows Nest…We’ve seen cafés come and go, trends rise and fall. But we’ve stayed the same - fresh, home-cooke...
15/06/2026

26 years in Crows Nest…
We’ve seen cafés come and go, trends rise and fall. But we’ve stayed the same - fresh, home-cooked meals, made from scratch and with love.

If you haven’t visited us yet, maybe it’s time 🤍

📷 Alyssa

Decline responsibilities.Accept Big Breakfast.Weekend mode: on 🍳Available 6am – 2pm ish, 7 days
12/06/2026

Decline responsibilities.
Accept Big Breakfast.

Weekend mode: on 🍳

Available 6am – 2pm ish, 7 days

Proof that salads don’t have to be boring 👀Smoked salmon, creamy avocado, crisp baby cos and spinach, with pops of capsi...
11/06/2026

Proof that salads don’t have to be boring 👀

Smoked salmon, creamy avocado, crisp baby cos and spinach, with pops of capsicum, Spanish onion and a hint of dill… fresh, vibrant and just the right amount of fancy.

Light, satisfying and quietly stealing the spotlight on the menu 🥗✨

We’re open all long weekend, so if your plans involve great coffee, your favourite meal and not lifting a finger… you kn...
06/06/2026

We’re open all long weekend, so if your plans involve great coffee, your favourite meal and not lifting a finger… you know where to find us.

Pop in, grab a seat and let us do the rest.

"Hands down one of the best B&E roll in the area! Solid structure, photo doesn’t do justice, exceptional flavour balance...
06/06/2026

"Hands down one of the best B&E roll in the area! Solid structure, photo doesn’t do justice, exceptional flavour balance. Don’t miss out on the hand-made muffins too!"

- Finley P

Winter called… it wants comfort food ❄️Enter: our Warm Roasted Pumpkin Salad. Soft roasted pumpkin, creamy ricotta, semi...
04/06/2026

Winter called… it wants comfort food ❄️

Enter: our Warm Roasted Pumpkin Salad. Soft roasted pumpkin, creamy ricotta, semi-sun-dried tomatoes and wild roquette… basically a warm hug in a bowl.

Or try the vegan option and swap ricotta for fresh avocado 🥑

Cold outside, cosy inside.

Dine in, pick up or have it delivered, we’ve got you 😉

Today’s plan: coffee first, everything else later...📷 Wendy
31/05/2026

Today’s plan: coffee first, everything else later...

📷 Wendy

Address

Shop 2, 376 Pacific Highway Crows Nest
Sydney, NSW
2065

For those taking public transport, take the train to St. Leonards Station and then catch any bus heading towards Pacific Highway Crows Nest. Alternatively, take a bus directly to Pacific Highway Crows Nest from Wynyard Station or North Sydney Station.

For those driving, take the Pacific Highway and turn onto Falcon Street. Continue straight until reaching Alexander Street and turn left onto it. Then turn right onto Holtermann Street and finally turn left onto Pacific Highway where you will find the restaurant.

There are several paid parking options available in the vicinity of the restaurant, including metered street parking on Alexander Street and Holtermann Street, as well as several nearby parking garages.

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 3pm
Tuesday 6am - 3pm
Wednesday 6am - 3pm
Thursday 6am - 3pm
Friday 6am - 3pm
Saturday 6am - 3pm
Sunday 6am - 3pm

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What people say

Not Bread Alone, located on Pacific Highway in Crows Nest, Sydney is a must-visit breakfast and brunch restaurant. Established in 2000, this gem of a cafe offers fine Australian cuisine that is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

One of the best things about Not Bread Alone is that they serve breakfast all day long. You can have your eggs cooked any way you like from 7am to 3pm. The menu also includes fresh juices, salads, burgers, and heartier meals like their mouth-watering slow-cooked lamb shanks. All the dishes are made using only the freshest ingredients.

Not Bread Alone also roasts their own coffee in-house which adds an extra touch of freshness to your morning cuppa. And if you have a sweet tooth, you'll be delighted to know that all their homemade desserts, cakes and 'sweet things' are made with love and are good for you too!

The cafe/restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating options available for customers. They are licensed and BYO as well. If you're planning to visit Not Bread Alone, it's recommended to make a booking beforehand. Street parking is available but there's also a 2-hour free council car park in Nicholson Street which is less than a minute walk away.

Overall, Not Bread Alone is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a delicious breakfast or brunch spot in Crows Nest. With its fresh ingredients, homemade desserts and friendly service - it's definitely worth checking out!