MCA Cafe at Tallawoladah
A gallery cafe with harbour views at the MCA in The Rocks, rated 4.3 across nearly 1,450 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The MCA Cafe at Tallawoladah sits within the Museum of Contemporary Art on George Street in The Rocks, one of Sydney's most historic and visited precincts. With nearly 1,450 reviews behind its 4.3 rating, it's a popular stop for both gallery-goers and those exploring the harbour.
The appeal is a cafe within one of the city's leading cultural institutions, in an unbeatable harbourside location near Circular Quay. Its name honours the area's deep Aboriginal heritage, and a visit pairs naturally with the museum's exhibitions and a wander through The Rocks' historic laneways.
Cafe menus, gallery opening hours and availability change over time, and the area gets busy with visitors. If you're planning around a particular time, a view or the exhibitions, it's worth confirming the current details directly before you go.
Practical details
Opening hours
Open now- Monday
- 10:00 – 17:00
- Tuesday
- 10:00 – 17:00
- WednesdayToday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Thursday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Friday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Saturday
- 10:00 – 17:00
- Sunday
- 10:00 – 17:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 72
- Popularity
- 96
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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