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The Grounds of Alexandria

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Alexandria, Alexandria

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Ranked #5 for brunch food in Sydney
"Don't forget to visit Kevin bacons house while you wait!"(4 Tips)
"Impressive outdoor garden setting."(3 Tips)
"their AeroPress coffee if u're not in a hurry"(2 Tips)
"Rustic environment, awesome coffee."(3 Tips)

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Linda HongOctober 26, 2014
Wow, buzzing vibe with trendy music playing in the background. Impressive outdoor garden setting. Great choices of brunch and lunch food. We do find it a bit too busy and noisy for regular visits.
Upvoted Feb 21
Adam FFebruary 1, 2013
Stepping into this place feels like a local cafe in Napa Valley. The food and service were excellent. I tried the hock with a side of scrambled eggs. The ham was just that little bit smokey. Awesome!
Vivian WongAugust 8, 2014
Awesome place to hang out if you have a family -- good rustic style foods. Just make sure you don't accidentally step on a child or small dog whilst collecting your organic soy latte
Upvoted Feb 4
Sara RadakovicMay 8, 2019
One of the most unique and entertaining place I have ever seen! So many details around you so you really need to pass several times to notice everything
Sabine SchmidtJanuary 3, 2020
I love all. Not only does it have a good menu but also a whole concept. I recommend that you reserve in time to secure your place and not wait. Of course every dish is exciting and very good coffee.
Sadira Y.July 5, 2018
Come here early! Such an Instagram-worthy place with Kevin bacon (their pet pig)! The food display is very instagram-worthy as well. Must try their tea!
BommyMarch 18, 2019
Outdoor garden seating is beautiful. Great place to walk around and see the farm animals and flower mart. Breakfast sandwich with hash browns is very mayo-y.
AlisonJuly 8, 2016
Everything is feels so aftertastey！Love the coffee culture and atmosphere. Its like a cafe hollywood～You can make lots of beauty shoots and videos.
Tracy LohDecember 10, 2018
awesome place to be, filled with flowers everywhere, food and coffee is great at the cafe, reservation recommended. definitely one of the best cafes ever. https://t.co/bgnB9cGlMg
Ciaran HennessyNovember 24, 2019
Crazy busy...for a good reason. Grab a table and try the excellent coffee, and have a go at the bacon and egg roll ( with a pretzel roll).
melody juJuly 2, 2015
remember to get their earilier especially weekends, otherwise just get ready to wait. The food was no doubt worth waking up for. Loved everything from them, especially the GF Granola :) Read more
Charles VoonMarch 28, 2017
Great food! If coming for brunch, try the avocado, king crab omelette, and salmon brioche. Great coffee too!
Moni HernanzNovember 13, 2018
The place is amazing! It’s so pretty and it was a perfect plan for a Monday brunch. All the food was very good! Highly recommended! Is Kids friendly too!
Hendy OngkodjojoOctober 13, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Grab some fresh Nutella or Strawberry Jam filled Donuts by the counter while you wait for your table. Absolutely worth it.
Angela LiuAugust 16, 2016
Very good place to chill with friends! They have a cafe, a proper restaurant, a garden area serving burger and wraps and also a florist!
K WJuly 18, 2016
Cute cottage-like area with different aspects of dining concepts alll under one area( ranging from a small farm, Potting Shed, pastry carts etc.) it's also kid friendly
MonikaOctober 29, 2018
What recommendation could I possibly give? It is far but totally worth visiting, eating and enjoying. It’s so much more than a café and so much more than a garden or restaurant.
JacquesFebruary 28, 2015
Best place for wedding reception. the decor & setting is beautiful, the best looking reception ive been to & a dancefloor under fairy lights. a definite consideration for ideas. Can only hold 100 ppl.
Stephanie TanMarch 13, 2015
Loved this place instantly! Rustic environment, awesome coffee. Thought me aint impressed by the service. Perfect for chilling out wid small group of frens. I'll b back my next visit to Sydney.
Alec DaCodecDecember 20, 2016
Breakfast in a heavenly setting, surrounded by various food carts and oozing with love ❤️. My favorite: Signature Avocado 🥑 add bacon, baked beans.
Dom WongDecember 28, 2015
Fantastic outdoor garden area...grab a coffee and pastry and chill out...would recommend to stay away from the cheeseburger - bun was dry, patty was cold and not juicy notwithstanding busy turnaround
Jana LiamkinaDecember 23, 2013
New favourite place! Food & coffee is amazing. The wait for the cafè is about 30 minutes, but you can explore the markets & stalls while you wait. Loved it.
Daniel NgApril 10, 2015
Larger monthly market on the first weekend of every month. Serves great brunch dishes and tasty drinks from milkshakes to coffee. Get in before lunch and go for a walk in the market!
Jack SmithOctober 5, 2022
If you enjoy it here, then give The Grounds of The City a try, set in a beautiful and elegant 1940's style cafe
MimiSeptember 2, 2014
It is absolutely gorgeous on a beautiful sunny day, enjoy a rose lemonade in the courtyard. This cake was delicious, apologies as I've forgetter it's name.
Salwan FinjJanuary 17, 2015
Bloody amazing...love the rose lemonade, breakfast buns and bbq lunch options...they have a baby farm full of animals and lost of fun and interesting nooks and crannies at the grounds!
Mark ShayJanuary 28, 2017
Great place, but we went on a very hot day and there is absolutely no air conditioning, so be warned it gets very hot on a warm day.
Pete IannettaOctober 25, 2014
This place is busy! Nice little menu, rustic atmosphere, visit the farm yard to see the animals (that may end up on the menu). Parking is difficult though so if you can avoid driving there, do so
Charlotte Van BreeAugust 27, 2014
Amazing place. You'll have to wait a while for a table, definitely on sunny days but it's well worth it and time flies while you're walking around the grounds with a coffee.
yrummyNovember 25, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Sat next to the kitchen after a short 15min wait for a table. Everything looked gorgeous - burgers especially! Buns and bread all made in their own bakery. Amazing coffee same with chilli mayo fries!!
Lauren MelcherJuly 14, 2016
Perfect place to curl up with a book and a coffee for the afternoon. Don't miss the floral shop in the central alleyway!
Carla SamsonApril 23, 2014
You'd think weekdays would be more slow paced, but they're not. The grounds are always busy! But the visit is always worth it. Do try the chocolate filled donuts!
Steven DoyleFebruary 7, 2015
Avoid the burger - the coffee is excellent - be sure to wander around to the meat salt cheese deli (and yes it is always packed)
Snackertarian KAugust 7, 2014
Great food and drinks! Do try their AeroPress coffee if u're not in a hurry, great fun and awesome coffee hit from the press :-)
José AugustoAugust 11, 2017
Lot's of options to eat.. It's really nice place.. You can go on a date.. with friends or family.. In all of this you're going to have a good time.
Thanaa khOctober 6, 2014
You can't book over a phone so if you are coming in a weekend come as early as you can to reserve a table, we went at 1:30 pm and had 15 reservations ahead of us.
LipstouchedOctober 20, 2017
Beautiful place; very photo worthy. Cakes are pretty to look at. Take a look at the huge pig named Kevin Bacon.
Z SNovember 23, 2014
Rose lemonade is fabulous on a hot summers day. Place not as busy as a year ago so not too hard to get a seat on the weekends. If you haven't been yet, go now.
JayneOctober 16, 2018
It’s a really long walk from the train station but it’s worth it. Really enjoyed the garden environment and food.
Tom KennedyJanuary 4, 2015
Getting a park, table and food is such a sh*t fight I shudder if anyone suggests this place. On the upside, garden is lovely.
Glaucia MoraisMay 2, 2017
This place is awesome. Very different from everything I've been too. Spend some time getting to know the place.
Alanis KimJanuary 2, 2015
Atmosphere, friendly staffs, amazing coffee and most of all the FOOD. Absolutely delicious brekky. The best falafel in my life
James NortonOctober 23, 2016
Beef burger is brilliant. One of the very best I've had. Expect a line-up and a battle for tables, though.
Harle OngNovember 15, 2012
Queue can be long but they have awesome queue management, supplying you with buzzer if weekends. Otherwise, the guy who manages the queue remembers your face and will go find you when table is ready.
Jessi @2feet1worldNovember 7, 2018
Delicious brunch and loved this fabulous venue - easy to spend hours (and loads of money here)!
Karen TapiaJuly 19, 2016
Such a neat little place to spend a weekend morning/afternoon. Great food stands and sitting area!
Catherine GohMay 12, 2013
Loved this place to bits! Such a pretty place to chill n relax on weekends! Not forgetting the friendly servicd and awesome quality food! Definitely coming back ♥♥
Bruce BoltonJanuary 20, 2016
Pretty impressive place. Very successful & so very busy but a big place so there's always a seat. Free valet parking which is a great idea!
Jen NguSeptember 2, 2012
Stand outs are coffee and buffalo mozzarella salad. Overall - great food, venue and good vibes. Expect an hour wait so come prepared (eat before, being cards, go shopping etc)
Mary Helen SabaJuly 8, 2013
The smashed avocado and poached egg with haloumi, roasted tomato, pesto and olives will rock your socks off!

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