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Heart Cafe. Bondi Beach. Photoart by Greg Tingle

By Stacey Craig

Bondi beach is said to be one of Australia’s most iconic beaches, attracting an estimate of over one million visitors per year. Tourists come for the waves, the culture and the prime location, set just outside of the city in the eastern suburbs. With that in mind, you can imagine how the café culture would be booming here, and with the competition amongst it very strong, you may want a guided of where you should be hanging out this summer.

Sometimes deciding on the perfect spot for a mid day refresher, or that perfect Sunday brunch spot can be a difficult one. Maybe you’re just looking to relax and embrace the sea view with an iced cold coffee close to the sea, or you may prefer to people watch amongst the hustle and bustle of Bondi's famous Hall street, where you’ll be spoilt for choice of the best coffee culture around.

The day starts earlier than usual in Bondi, with surfers catching that fresh morning wave at sunrise and fitness enthusiasts grabbing their pre-workout espresso. Just being amidst it makes you feel alive and ready to be apart of the beautiful Bondi culture. Even if you only have a day or two to spend here, you’ll be leaving with your heart feeling full.

Bondi boasts an ambiance of café culture, wherever you walk you’ll find cafes beaming with both Bondi locals and tourists alike, getting their fix of coffee and culture. We’ve been checking out a number of cafes all over Bondi beach and we’re pretty sure we’ve nailed it with some fresh recommendations of where you should be hanging out, and letting you in on what we feel gives each place their uniqueness; which has guaranteed them to make this ultimate must visit list.

Heart Cafe

What’s not to love about this place? The constant filled seats throughout the café is a giveaway for how popular this place is. The food is unbelievable with something for everyone and their treats and pastry section on the counter is all so hard to resist! This place is just delightful, there’s nothing better than spending your morning sitting up at the window, people watching with a toasted pastry and chai latte (if you’re into that kind of thing).

Of course we love the amazing food and coffee here as well as the amazing service, but what we most love is the idea behind the Heart Cafe; they give back to the community, so with your purchase you will help to give hope and transform young lives around Sydney, giving to the Wayside Chapel’s Wingspan project. So stopping by this place isn’t just for a coffee, it’s for a meaningful experience and coming here really will warm your heart and soul.

The Nine

Here’s one for the social media enthusiasts, this place could quite well be sitting in high rankings to be one of the most Instagram worthy cafes for coffee in Bondi; we love their unique coffee designs with little koala faces greeting their customers when their coffee arrives. We really do love the little touches that make this place feel so special; edible flowers, clay coffee mugs and insta worthy latte art.

The simple nautical interior here also adds to its charm, with cute little pot plants for an extra added touch, the café boasts simple chic character. We are sure you’ll love it just as much as we did.

Gertrude and Alice

Something a little different from the standard Bondi coffee shop, this place is one to lay low and hide from the hustle and bustle of the beaches. You feel like you’re in a secret little library with an array of books to choose from, you really could get lost here with your head in a book for hours, just reading the day away... armed with a coffee of course. This place has character and is so different to most in Bondi, if you love to read you may end up getting lost amongst the hundreds of books, but if you’re not into reading, stop by for a coffee even if just for the experience.

One other thing that we really love about Gertrude and Alice is their book exchange option out the front, where you can leave an old book and pick yourself up some fresh reading material in exchange; you’ll never have to buy another book again.

Speedos

Located just north of Bondi beach, this café is the ultimate spot for both sea views and great food, that’s if you’re lucky enough to grab a table outside, as it’s pretty bustling here on weekends. Again, Speedos is another insta worthy, must visit café whilst in Bondi, popular with local citizens and tourists alike, their edible flowers and brightly coloured dishes are worth a snap! We absolutely love the food and location, but more importantly we love the portion sizes here; you really won’t leave feeling hungry that’s for sure!

ps: the pancake stake is a must try (as well as a table pleaser) if you have a sweet tooth!

Shuk - summer pop up!

We thought we’d add this one for the pastries lovers, they specialise in freshly baked pastries and they are to die for! Their summer pop up shop is located conveniently on Campbell Parade, so right opposite the beach! Which is why we feel this is the perfect grab and go coffee stop before hitting up the beach, coffee and almond croissant in hand.

Shuk also have another cafe in Bondi where you can indulge in the most amazing spread of foods; you’ll be spoilt for choice.

XSespresso

For all those with a sweet tooth, this may possibly be the spot for you! XSespresso offer specialty coffees, including a Nutella latte which really will satisfy that sweet tooth. If that’s not enough however, they have an amazing menu full of sweet treats and deserts including baked warm cookie dough with ice cream and waffles galore. We would save this place for an afternoon treat whilst in Bondi if you fancy mixing it up a little. Even if you’re not a lover of sweet things, XSespresso has an extensive breakfast, lunch and dinner menu; they really do cater for everyone.

Although we chose this place for their amazing coffee and dessert options, we also love the interior and the outdoor seating sections. Either people watch out the front during the day time or head through to the back of the coffee shop to find a tucked away garden seating area, filled with hanging tea lights and a shelter of plants; the perfect dinner spot.

Sonoma

Sonoma coffee is located in easy walking distance just off from the beach, and is a great place to get out of the sun for a mid morning break. Another pastry specialist, with freshly baked bread on sale everyday and a variety of fresh pastries and sandwiches to choose from, but if you’re a little more hungry they also have a great menu with some more options. We love the express coffee window option here which separates the grab and go coffee lovers to those who want to sit in and take the weight off for a while, whilst enjoying the smell of freshly baked goods.

Two Forks

This small little cafe just on Hall street is perfect for the ultimate afternoon chill out, unwind here with calming music, a cozy ambiance and delicious coffees. We love their comfy interior inside with the view of the street, you feel amongst the Bondi life, but with a chilled out vibe. Spending an hour in here you leave feeling super relaxed and regrouped.

The Well

If you’re a fitness enthusiast this may be the spot for you, this is a cafe come wellness centre and really does have everything. If you’re an early rises you could dedicate a few hours to coming here and still have time for the beach. Start your day with an early morning beach workout as part of their gym class offers, or even try out some of their yoga, pilates or strength training classes. Afterwards you can relax and unwind in the steam room and then treat yourself to a well earned breakfast in the cafe. The Well really does have the full package on offer here and would be perfect for those looking to get activate whilst in Bondi.

Even if working out isn’t on the top of your to do list whilst visiting, stop by The Well for one of the best coffees you may taste in Bondi. Ultimate coffee lovers, we think this could be the place for you, we’ve set it high on our list of favourites for a great coffee!

Cali Press

We’ve also chosen Cali Press as one of our must visits, it’s great, again, for grab and go food or even to enjoy the vibes of Hall street, sitting on their communal tables you’ll feel part of the Bondi culture, people watching, making friends and just chatting the day away.

Cali Press specialise in healthy juices and shakes and have a great selection of food too. We love that they are all about living a healthy culture which suits Bondi perfectly, you won’t feel any guilt indulging in goodness here.

Lush Bondi

Ok, so this one we absolutely love because of their location, they hold the spot of prime location right by the sea, in the centre of Bondi Beach; you couldn’t get any closer for lunching on the beach if you tried. They have a great chilled out vibe in the daytime here with relaxing music, a beautiful decor and positive vibes flowing.

We recommend grabbing some brekkie with an iced latte and watching the waves go by before hitting the sand. Or if you’re looking for a late lunch stop by for a coffee and really get sucked in to the Bondi lifestyle.

Joe & The Juice

This may not be what you were expecting for a list of unique Bondi coffee shops, but this cafe was a must add even as a chain coffee shop. Just off from the beach Joe & The Juice is a smoothie and juice bar and really do provide the ultimate refreshing juices; it’s not in the title for nothing, they really do know what they’re talking about here.

Their outdoor seating area is perfect for a mid day refresher in the shade, cleansing the palette and fixing any dehydration from a day in the sun, get those juices reflowing!

We’re sure enough you’ll be super busy checking out our recommendations on your next visit to Bondi Beach, and we can’t wait for you to be as impressed as we were. Whatever you’re looking for, this list of Bondi's best coffee shops will leave you feeling super satisfied and really give you a feel for the Bondi coffee culture that everyone is going crazy for, enjoy!

Gertrude and Alice. Photoart by Greg Tingle

Beach Culture. Bondi Beach, Sydney, Australia. Photoart by Greg Tingle