Mapo Newtown
A Newtown dessert spot serving Korean-style sweets on King Street, rated 4.7 across more than 1,100 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Mapo sits on King Street in Newtown, the long, vibrant spine of one of Sydney's most characterful inner-west suburbs. A popular dessert spot bringing Korean-style sweets and treats to the strip, it's become a favourite for something a little different, fitting Newtown's eclectic, food-loving mood perfectly.
The appeal is that focus on a distinctive dessert offering in a buzzing, central location — ideal for capping off a meal on King Street or satisfying a sweet craving while exploring the area. In a suburb spoiled for dining and dessert options, building a strong following speaks to a place that's getting it right.
With a 4.7 rating from more than 1,100 reviews, it's clearly hitting the mark with the Newtown crowd. Menus, seasonal specials, opening hours and pricing change, and a popular King Street spot gets busy in the evenings and on weekends, so it's worth checking current details before a special trip — though for a casual dessert stop, you can usually just drop in and see what's tempting on the day.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Open now- Monday
- 12:00 – 22:00
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 22:00
- WednesdayToday
- 12:00 – 22:00
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 22:30
- Friday
- 12:00 – 23:00
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 23:00
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 22:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 87
- Popularity
- 93
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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