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31/05/2026
Today’s plan: coffee first, everything else later...
📷 Wendy
29/05/2026
“Delicious food and even better service! Love that they do breakfast all day - will be coming back. Went with our dog and sat outside!”
📷 +📱: Anoushka R
27/05/2026
French toast, but make it luxe ✨
Perfectly golden slices of French toast served with house-made rhubarb compote and finished with pure maple syrup. A balance of sweetness, warmth and just the right touch of indulgence.
Best enjoyed slowly.
25/05/2026
We like to reward good decisions 👀
15% off* your Not Bread Alone favourites is yours when you order takeaway or delivery through our website notbreadalone.com.au.
*Valid for online takeaway and delivery orders A$30 or more (up to A$8 off) between 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM.
22/05/2026
A small gesture, for a big cause 🤍
We were honoured to contribute trays of muffins (sweet and savoury) and friands to The Royal North Shore Hospital’s Biggest Morning Tea.
A big thank you to everyone involved in raising funds to support people impacted by cancer and support ongoing medical research.
21/05/2026
This is not your average muffin 🤍
Soft, melt-in-your-mouth goodness, baked in-house with sweet bursts of berries and fruit that will have your tastebuds dancing. Finished with a light dusting of icing sugar magic.
It’s no wonder they’ve been a favourite here for as long as we have.
Available 6am – 2pm ish, 7 days
17/05/2026
Our “lick the plate” Eggs Benny and freshly roasted coffee have definitely earned their place as favourites with many of our guests 🤍
15/05/2026
Find us just up from the Crows Nest Metro, or drive on over.
Free parking is available at the nearby Nicholson Street Council Car Park, as well as along Hume and Nicholson Streets with unmetered on-street parking.
We look forward to welcoming you this weekend.
13/05/2026
Creamy, comforting and just a little bit irresistible 🤍
Pasta Boscaiola with bacon, mushrooms, onion & garlic in a white wine sauce.
😋 Available 6am – 2pm ish, 7 days
10/05/2026
Ordering direct just got a little better 🤍
Enjoy 15% off* when you order your favourites for takeaway or delivery through our website.
notbreadalone.com.au.
*Valid for online takeaway and delivery orders $30+ (up to $8 off), between 6:00am – 2:30pm.
08/05/2026
Not to brag… but 👀
Our short espresso was voted 8th best in Australia by 32 baristas ☕️
Roasted in house, crafted from a unique three-bean blend and perfected over 26 years.
If you know, you know 🤍
📷 Nathan Dumlao
06/05/2026
If you needed a reason for dessert… here it is 🤍
Sticky date with butterscotch sauce & ice cream.
04/05/2026
Celebrate Mum with good food, great company and a relaxed moment in our pretty café courtyard 🌳🤎
Call us on (02) 9966 9788 to book your table.
Free parking is available nearby at Nicholson Street Council Car Park, as well as unmetered street parking along Hume and Nicholson Streets.
20/03/2026
Plant-based food lovers, this one’s for you. 🌱
Did you know we have a dedicated plant-based menu alongside our main menu? Perfect for plant-based food lovers, or anyone keen to try something different.
Find us just up from the Crows Nest Metro: Shop 2, 376 Pacific Highway.
18/03/2026
Fluffy ricotta hotcakes, smothered in passionfruit butter and a slow morning. If that’s not a good reason to stop by for breakfast, we don’t know what is. 🥞
Team sweet breakfast or savoury?
Available 6am – 3pm ish, 7 days
📷 by mimi
15/03/2026
Let us be your little pocket of calm in the middle of the day.
Rustic touches, leafy greenery and a cosy courtyard to enjoy your coffee and take a moment to slow down. ☕🌿
📷 by Wendy
13/03/2026
When a basic breakfast won’t cut it… Go the Double Egg & Bacon Turkish Roll. Two fried eggs, crispy bacon and your choice of BBQ, tomato, relish, aioli or cheese.
The hardest part? Choosing the sauce. 🥓🍳 Are you team tomato, BBQ, tomato relish or aioli?
📷 by Tom D
11/03/2026
This is what brunch & lunch dreams are made of 🤍
Golden sweet corn & chive fritters w/ crispy bacon or go veg with avo instead!
🍽️ Available 6am – 3pm ish, 7 days
08/03/2026
Monday blues?
The cure? Our homemade café goodies… without the cooking.
Take 15% off your Not Bread Alone favourites when you order takeaway or delivery through our website.
Visit → notbreadalone.com.au ☕
What’s your Monday pick - coffee, brekkie or comfort food?
06/03/2026
Two moods, one cafe:
hot or cold, which are you? ☕🥶
📷 Sophie
04/03/2026
Thursday tastes better with cake 🥕☕
02/03/2026
Turns out our coffee pairs nicely with creativity ☕✏️
Huge thanks to our talented customers! .syd for capturing our café on paper while enjoying a brew. This might just be our favourite kind of review yet 🫶
27/02/2026
Big brekkies, great coffee and weekend vibes — all roads lead to Not Bread Alone Cafe ☕🥞
25/02/2026
If comfort food had a love language, this would be it.
Homemade gnocchi + chicken tenderloins + roasted pumpkin + creamy white wine sauce w/ shaved parmesan = pure magic ✨
We are open until 3pm ish, 7 days.
22/02/2026
Start your week with a 15% discount* on your cafe favourites on your takeaway and delivery when you order online on our website: notbreadalone.com.au
*Get 15% off (up to A$8) for takeaway and delivery orders A$30 or more. Online ordering hours: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM.
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!