Best Cafes in Paddington
Looking for the best cafes in Paddington? We've gathered 22 standout spots in this corner of Sydney, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Paddington has its own character, and the cafes here reflect it — from neighbourhood favourites locals keep to themselves to places worth a special trip across town. Use the filters to narrow by price, rating, what's open right now and the features that matter to you, then open the map to plan your visit around what else is nearby. We re-check details regularly, so opening hours and information stay current.
Australia takes its coffee seriously, and Sydney is no exception — think flat whites pulled to order, single-origin beans and a brunch culture that runs all morning. The spots below range from tucked-away specialty roasters to all-day cafes worth a slow weekend visit.
22 spots in Paddington
Lil Garden Cafe
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Arthouse Kitchen
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JOZO
$$Breakfast, burgers & poke bowls, plus cocktails in a chill cafe with outdoor seating & live jazz.
Paddington Grind
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Barbetta
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Cafè Fiveways
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The Hood
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Sonder Cafe
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Morris
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The Lookout
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Four Six Eight Cafe
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Padre Coffee Paddington
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Juniper Cafe & Bar Paddington
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Ampersand Cafe & Bookstore.
$$Hearty breakfasts and cafe bites in a book-lined venue with a living room vibe and laneway seating.
Café Lautrec
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Jackies Cafe
$$Funky, intimate hangout with outdoor tables, serving breakfasts and salads, plus Japanese dishes.
Bad Rabbit Paddington
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Paddington Alimentari
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Cafes in Paddington — FAQs
What are the best cafes in Paddington?+
The cafes in Paddington listed here are ranked by our Spot Score — our independent editorial rating out of 100, combining reputation, popularity, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear first.
How many cafes are there in Paddington?+
We currently feature 22 cafes in Paddington, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Paddington in Sydney?+
Paddington is one of Sydney's neighbourhoods — open any venue's page for its exact location, nearby public-transport stops and a map. See our Getting Around guide for tickets and fares.
What's the coffee culture like in Sydney?+
Specialty coffee is the norm rather than the exception — most cafes roast or source quality beans and turn out espresso-based drinks like the flat white, long black and piccolo. Brunch is a weekend institution, so expect queues at the most popular spots mid-morning.