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Hours
Sun
8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Mon
6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue
6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed
6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu
6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri
6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sat
8:00 am - 2:00 pm
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CUISINES
Cafe, Australian
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
features
Is this a juice / smoothie bar?
Details
CUISINES
Cafe, Australian
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
FEATURES
Takeout, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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4.5
291 reviews
Excellent
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Very good
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Average
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SummerDays60
Darwin91 contributions
July 2020 • couples
Very cute cafe, it was lovely sitting there for a late brunch. The hot chocolate was amazing and the food was also tasty.
The owner was very friendly, taking the time to have a chat. He was also kind enough to make us a special treat of a marshmallow toasted over a cup of hot chocolate, so delicious.
Written 7 July 2020
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Jack E
Marrickville37 contributions
Jan 2021 • none
This is a great place for a coffee. The barista really knows what he's doing, and they have a huge variety of different styles, blends, single-origin beans, etc.
The food is super yummy, and the atmosphere is surprisingly friendly and calm for a cafe in the middle of the city. It's a great place to sit for a while, play chess, read and relax away from the busyness of the city.
Written 10 January 2021
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Pete
Brisbane230 contributions
Jan 2020 • family
Alan loves to have a chat. Say hello to Alan for me when you visit. You can’t miss him, as he’ll probably want to have a very intelligent chat with you, like how he has done his bit for the beautification of Commonwealth Street with his bright yellow marigolds on the footpath, by the entrance door. See, he really cares - about your food and beverages too. Like your four bean blend coffee; your mango smoothie; your eggs Benne etc. Ahhh, then there is his Stormin’ Norman tribute breakfast. I hope you like red onions. And bring back those white chocolate pancakes, Alan! This is all well worth checkin’ out! Especially if your name is Norman.
Written 19 January 2020
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Lorelei M
Montreal105 contributions
Feb 2024 • couples
We went to visit Joe Black cafe for Sunday brunch expecting most cafes around the town be busy. We went to the counter to ask for a table for two but also said we’re happy to wait outside until a table became available. The Asian man at the till was pushing to only have takeaway options because they were busy and kept saying he doesn’t know how long people will sit and eat at their tables for. There was another customer in front of us waiting and that staff member rudely said the same to him, to the point where he just left without ordering
That male staff member then kept on talking to the female front of house staff member next to him, ignoring us
When a table was free after, we went to ask the female member who was clearing it if we could sit. She rudely stated to just wait for her, so we did patiently. Another larger table then left next to this first table, so we asked that female staff member if we could sit there instead. She was extremely rude and said words to the effect of I don’t care where you sit, just let me be
We sat for a bit, but then receiving no service, stood up and left. Similarly a group of 4 behind us (who were similarly waiting for a table) ended up leaving because of the rude staff members. And that was when there were 2 tables open for them
Written 10 February 2024
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B L
1 contribution
June 2023 • family
Mazza coffee was strong, cold brew and the breakfast standards of eggs Benedict and toasties are nice and consistent. Bircher granola and the mince beef breakfast seemed like other popular choices here. Decent cafe in a competitive area. Worth a visit.
Written 24 June 2023
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Miguel M
1 contribution
Dec 2022 • couples
So...a great place.glad we found this! We are staying at the Ibis Styles 30 seconds around the corner. Great coffee,great food and excellent service at Joe Black coffee shop we make a point of coming here for breakfast and coffee. They catered for my need of vegan food great general menu. Great vibe..check it out people.
See you next time!
Written 4 December 2022
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wtandy
Launceston1218 contributions
May 2022 • solo
Great looking place. Well fitted out, with a pair of disco balls complementing the music playing. Very popular with tourists from nearby hotels. After opening at 0800 it was full by 0830. My coffee was good, immunity juice very good, but the 'stormin norman' special of red onions, cherry tomatoes, avocado & poached eggs on sourdough was somewhat bland and underwhelming. Staff efficient. Not at all terrible but a fairly ordinary, big city experience.
Written 27 May 2022
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Thomas D
Freising1830 contributions
Sept 2022 • none
On a Friday morning it was quite busy in there, nevertheless I could catch a seat with the appropriate table. It took some time, until I got served, but the food and coffee were good. I had a sourdough bread with two poached eggs accompanied by cut tomatoes, onions and avocado. I would return.
Written 22 September 2022
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carocci
Luxembourg City50 contributions
Aug 2022 • family
We came here with all the family. The cooks and waiters were very cordial. The place is well decorated. The menu is very large and everything is delicious. We took some avocados, poached eggs, smoothies and juices. Everything was fresh and very well done!The portions were GIANT and it’s a very good thing for us that will not have a proper lunch because we will be on a plane for London. Can’t wait to come to Sydney again and return here!
Written 26 August 2022
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Jan R
Brisbane201 contributions
July 2023 • couples
Very close to our accommodation and a pleasant experience.
The toasted sandwiches were generously filled with delicious fillings. Our second visit for a quick breakfast was just as satisfying. I had delicious savoury mince on delicious sourdough.
Staff were friendly and attentive.
A very pleasant experience. The coffee was good too.
Written 30 July 2023
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penny2503
Sheffield101 contributions
Feb 2023 • couples
We went here for breakfast on our first morning in Sydney and returned on our second morning as we enjoyed it so much.
We tried different coffees which were all great. We ate the avocado on toast and the ham and cheese croissants which were both brilliant.
The service was great, very friendly and it was always busy with a great atmosphere.
Located just near Hyde Park, it was a great stop for us on our way to Circular Quay to see the sights!
Written 21 February 2023
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57libby
Sydney32 contributions
Sept 2022 • business
What a lovely cafe in Commonwealth St just across from the War Memorial. Great Timor coffee in a friendly, warmly decorated space that even has a back room for larger groups and handy for a casual business catch up. The owner/ manager is extremely friendly and interested in his clients making this a must remember cafe to go to!
Written 4 September 2022
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Heather B
Sacramento3 contributions
Oct 2022 • couples
Worth a visit if you are in the neighborhood! Coffee was excellent (much higher par than my usual), food was fantastic. Especially the bacon. We had the Storming Norman and the Big Breakfast. Place got busy quickly, and even though they were short staffed and had some new staff, we still felt taken care of.
Written 29 October 2022
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mickeysmithsf
San Francisco29 contributions
Feb 2023 • couples
Always a favorite spot. We aren’t even checked into our hotel and had to come back for a cup of Joe @ Joe Black. Teddy Bear Iced Latte is super cute. It was hard watching the little burger melt away, but no regrets for the tasty flavors. Good bye Teddy. Hello world.
Written 23 February 2023
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Wombles
7 contributions
Mar 2021 • couples
Read all the reviews and thought we would try this out for breakfast. Definitely did not disappoint. Cute place. Owner and staff very friendly and polite. Coffee was great. Food was superb. We are visiting from the country but intend to go back again tomorrow. I had the granola with yoghurt and fruit and some sourdough toast. Generous 3 pieces. Hubby had the bolognaise mince on toast. Food and coffee fantastic.
Written 11 March 2021
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