Restaurant

AJ's Cafe Greystanes

72 Ettalong Rd, Greystanes NSW 2145, Australia

Recommended by 55 people

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Find AJ's Cafe Greystanes

72 Ettalong Rd, Greystanes NSW 2145, Australia

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HoursMonday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About AJ's Cafe Greystanes

Greystanes mornings run on fresh-baked manoush and Campos pours at this neighbourhood fixture. AJ’s Cafe swaps typical suburban cafe standards for Middle Eastern breakfast staples, rolling out house-made dough for savoury pockets and stacking sweet knafeh pancakes. Patrons count on baristas who clock regular coffee orders before they reach the counter, keeping the room humming as plates of Middle Eastern breakfast platters and feta watermelon salads leave the pass.

  • Campos coffee rituals: Morning orders pull smooth Campos coffee, with baristas frequently preparing regulars' drinks on arrival.
  • Middle Eastern morning staples: Breakfast branches out from standard cafe fare to house-made dough, manoush, and knafeh pancakes.
  • Easygoing neighbourhood room: Generous portions, accommodating tweaks, and upbeat music make weekday routines and family tables easy.

What's On at AJ's Cafe Greystanes

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Diners Choose AJ's Cafe

Why Greystanes locals choose AJ's Cafe for morning coffee rituals, creative Middle Eastern brunch, and welcoming catch-ups.

  • Personalized morning coffee on the daily commute

    Locals stopping by during morning routines rely on consistently well-made Campos coffee, served quickly with baristas who recognize repeat customers and remember their orders.

    The coffee is consistently good, but what stands out is the service especially from David. He knows my order before I say anything and gets it right every single time.

    Julz
  • Reliable speed and silky barista pours

    Commuters and workers can depend on swift service and expertly textured milk without long delays, making daily morning caffeine runs seamless.

    AJ's consistently have great coffee. I stop past here sometimes on my way to work and I haven't been disappointed with the coffee yet. I regularly get an iced latte & soy latte, both are great with very silky milk.

    Renee Victoria
  • House-made doughs and Middle Eastern specialties

    Moving beyond standard cafe fare, the kitchen prepares specialty Middle Eastern dishes including house-baked manoush and savory pockets made with in-house dough.

    fresh prepared food with in house made dough - for pita pockets and their $5 cheese savoury pockets are amazing to compliment with coffee

    Lavanya Ravi
  • Inventive knafeh brunch creations

    Brunch favorites feature creative twists on regional classics, like knafeh stacked into decadent crepes or pancakes cooked to order.

    The knafeh pancakes triple stack WOWWW!!! Cracka food the big breakfast was amazing and the juices were very fresh.

    Joseph Tabbiche
  • Relaxed space for family and group gatherings

    Generous portions and attentive hospitality create an inviting environment for casual weekend catch-ups and family meals across generations.

    Favourite spot for breakfast, coffee and lunchtime catch ups with friends and family 👌🏾 staff like Sahil always make you feel comfortable and are very attentive.

    Siosiua Tuitupou
  • Attentive hospitality for generational dining

    Diners sharing meals feel comfortable requesting modifications and menu swaps, met with generous hospitality that makes guests feel like family.

    The staff were so accommodating, I ordered a chocolate thick shake with an extra shot of coffee and it wasn’t as thick as I would’ve hoped so I asked if they could add more ice-cream and they did it without any hesitation.

    js539

Other favorites

Sides, healthy bowls, and savoury snacks to complement your visit

  • Protein Bowl

    I LOVE coming here to get my work done while I enjoy my beautiful Campos coffee the AMAZING protein bowl 😍

    Nancy Germanos
  • Acai Bowls

    The best acai bowls in Sydney!! Seriously, this place is impressive.

    Benn H
  • Cheese Savoury Pockets

    their $5 cheese savoury pockets are amazing to compliment with coffee

    Lavanya Ravi
  • Sweet Potato Fries

    We had the protein bowl, knafeh crepes, coffees, choc milkshake and sweet potato fries. Everything was delicious

    Javeria

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate your local cafe visit

  • Anticipated Morning Coffee Orders

    Baristas remember regular customers' orders before they speak, preparing their morning brew without hesitation.

  • In-House Freshly Baked Dough

    The kitchen bakes fresh dough in-house daily for pita pockets, savoury cheese pockets, and authentic manoush flatbreads.

  • Custom Culinary Flexibility

    Staff cheerfully accommodate custom culinary off-menu cravings, such as transforming knafeh crepes into a triple pancake stack on request.

  • Proactive Drink Adjustments

    Team members proactively adjust drink recipes and offer replacement coffee shots without hesitation if an order is not completely perfect.

Before you head over

Practical advice for parking, ordering specialty dishes, and requesting drink customizations.

  • Street Parking on Approach

    Street parking is available along the surrounding road, which helps avoid congestion near the corner location during busy morning and midday rush periods.

  • Order House Specialty Dishes

    Explore beyond standard cafe classics with in-house dough creations, Middle Eastern breakfast platters, AJ's manoush, or knafeh pancakes.

  • Feel Free to Customize

    Staff readily accommodate beverage tweaks, custom bread toasts, and special requests without hesitation to get your order just right.

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