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1606 Luis de Torres Rhodes

Shop 7/7 Rider Blvd, Rhodes NSW 2138, Australia

Recommended by 49 people

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Find 1606 Luis de Torres Rhodes

Shop 7/7 Rider Blvd, Rhodes NSW 2138, Australia

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+61 426 661 312
HoursMonday: 6:00 AM – 5:30 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 5:30 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM – 5:30 PM Friday: 6:00 AM – 5:30 PM Saturday: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About 1606 Luis de Torres Rhodes

This neighborhood cafe pairs classic espresso bar drinks with comforting Northern Chinese breakfast staples. Savoury doufunao arrives smothered in warm mushroom gravy, flanked by tea eggs and crisp youtiao baked to bypass the usual morning grease. Patrons linger over Iced Earl Grey lattes and steaming flat whites, served alongside a small complimentary cookie on every saucer.

  • Cross-Cultural Morning Menu: Combines savoury doufunao in mushroom gravy, tea eggs, and baked youtiao with Western brunch plates.
  • Complimentary Sweet Touch: Espresso drinks come paired with a small house cookie alongside specialty drinks like Iced Earl Grey and taro lattes.
  • Calm Neighborhood Perch: Soft lighting and a relaxed pace welcome unhurried laptop sessions and casual group catchups.
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Why Visit 1606 Luis de Torres

Why Rhodes locals and commuters choose 1606 Luis de Torres for their morning routines and meetups

  • Hybrid Chinese & Western Breakfast Menu

    The cafe bridges morning tastes by serving traditional Beijing-style savoury tofu pudding with tea eggs and non-greasy dough alongside standard brunch items.

    The brunch menu offers a great variety of both Chinese and Western dishes, so there’s something for everyone!

    Roxy

  • Complimentary Cookie with Coffee Orders

    Every coffee beverage order comes served with a complimentary mini cookie, adding an extra sweet treat to morning routines.

    Also, you get a small cookie with the coffee which tastes delicious.

    D V

  • Nostalgic Flavours That Taste Like Home

    Authentic flavours of salted mushroom savoury tofu pudding and tea eggs evoke treasured childhood memories and homestyle comfort.

    The flavours brought me back to my childhood days.

    Nury Hussein

  • Warm and Attentive Neighborhood Hospitality

    Regular visitors enjoy attentive, warm interactions with staff who remember regular faces and brighten daily morning commutes.

    The staff are so extremely nice it's always amazing to have a chat with them before going to work. Makes my morning better everytime.

    Mahnoor Ahmed

  • Relaxed Space for Study and Laptop Work

    A calm atmosphere with relaxed seating invites locals to spend focused time studying or completing laptop work with coffee.

    Nice atmosphere and decor. People tend to like studying here.

    Ellie Tran

  • Photogenic Setting for Social Catchups

    An inviting interior decor provides an attractive backdrop for coffee catchups, shared desserts, and group photos.

    The Cafe is so cosy and beautiful; great spot for photos with the girls.

    Sabrina Keng

Signature savory breakfast combos and brunch mains

  • Chinese Breakfast Set B (Doufunao, Youtiao & Tea Egg)

    My favorite is the Chinese Breakfast Set B: youtiao (fried dough), tea egg, and doufunao (tofu pudding). It tastes just like home!

    Roxy

  • Ham and Cheese Croissant

    The best Ham and Cheese croissant in town! Absolutely love them!

    Jarrod McCloughan

  • Chicken Mushroom Risotto

    For brunch, I always pick their Chicken Mushroom Risotto.

    Roxy

  • Gamberoni Pasta

    Highly recommend the Gamberoni pasta and yummy cappuccino.

    Sabrina Keng

Other favorites

Specialty drinks, baked treats, and complimentary cafe accompaniments

  • Iced Earl Grey Latte

    I’m especially in love with their Iced Earl Grey Latte — it’s incredibly smooth and fragrant, with a perfectly balanced tea aroma that’s simply addictive.

    Roxy

  • Taro Latte

    Beautiful Taro Lattes as well.

    Jarrod McCloughan

  • Complimentary Coffee Cookie

    I don’t know what they put in those little cookies you get with your coffee, but god damn they’re good.

    Claire Hanna

  • Watermelon Cake

    Really recommend of soy mocha and soy green tea latte, watermelon cake🍉!!!

    Keeva

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of Chinese breakfast options are available?

Yes. The cafe serves a hybrid menu featuring classic Northern Chinese breakfast items—such as savoury tofu pudding (doufunao) in mushroom and pork mince gravy, tea eggs, and baked or air-fried youtiao (Chinese fried dough/donuts)—alongside traditional Western big breakfasts and cafe fare.

Do coffee orders come with any complimentary extras?

Standard espresso and coffee orders are served with a complimentary mini cookie on the side. If you visit frequently, they also offer a loyalty coffee card where your 10th coffee is free.

What are the portion sizes and food options like for brunch or lunch?

The cafe is known for generous serving sizes at reasonable prices, with popular meals including their big breakfast, chicken mushroom risotto, and pasta dishes like gamberoni or prawn pasta.

Is the space suitable for remote work or studying?

Yes, the cafe features a calm, cozy atmosphere with soft lighting and Wi-Fi, making it a common spot for quiet study, remote work with laptops, and casual business conversations.

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