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Bar Sport

2a Norton St, Leichhardt NSW 2040, Australia

Recommended by 36 people

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2a Norton St, Leichhardt NSW 2040, Australia

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+61 2 8959 6961
HoursMonday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Bar Sport

Norton Street’s 1950s espresso counter still runs on pure neighborhood volume and dark roasts. Regulars pack the room beneath chalkboard scorecards and live screens—trading bilingual banter over pulled shots and toasted panini. Big match days bring heated calcio debates alongside bowls of meatballs and chicken focaccia. Come morning, the grinders hum early for commuters grabbing raspberry muffins and crispy bacon.

  • Decades of Heritage: Serving traditional Italian espresso on Norton Street since the late 1950s with a loyal multi-generational crowd.
  • Match-Day Hub: Live big-screen sports coverage spanning soccer to NBA broadcasts, complete with chalk scoreboards and lively debate.
  • Hearty Italian Fare: Comforting counter classics including pressed focaccia sandwiches, meatball bowls, and fresh breakfast pastries.
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What's On at Bar Sport

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

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Why Choose Bar Sport

Experience Norton Street's historic espresso bar and community sporting hub. Plan your visit to Bar Sport today.

  • All-Day Sports Screenings & Match Scores

    A dedicated large screen runs live sports all day alongside a chalkboard tracking current scores, creating an energetic match-day focal point.

    a large screen TV playing matches all day and opposite side, a chalk board with latest games played and scores.

    Nick Angelucci (BBQAroma)

  • Broad Broadcast Access & Match Banter

    The bar screens hard-to-find international tournaments and finals while fostering spirited sports discussion among passionate supporters.

    shows all the sports even the NBA finals that seems hard to watch or stream.

    Danny Sousa

  • Warm, Attentive Hospitality

    Hands-on owners provide uplifting, attentive hospitality that leaves regulars and newcomers feeling genuinely valued on every visit.

    The new owners of Bar Sport always go the extra mile and do it all with a smile.

    Lilly

  • Welcoming & Accommodating Owners

    A caring and accommodating atmosphere ensures every guest feels right at home from the moment they step up to the counter.

    New owners are so lovely, welcoming and accommodating.

    Bianca Cullen

  • Fresh Mediterranean Lunch Sandwiches

    Freshly assembled sandwiches offer a savory, dependable lunch option for locals and Norton Street workers on the go.

    I also ordered a Mediterranean sandwich and it was so damn tasty!

    Rebecca Manly (Becky)

  • Satisfying Paninis & Grilled Focaccias

    Toasted focaccias and paninis paired with espresso deliver a hearty, traditional Italian daytime meal.

    I just had the best flat white and grilled chicken focaccia.

    nugget

Customer favorites from the espresso bar and kitchen

  • Italian Coffee

    serving Italian coffees since the late 50s.

    Nick Angelucci (BBQAroma)

  • Meatball Bowl

    We got the meatball bowl, a coffee, and a plate of spinach and egg

    Catherine Zhang

  • Açai Bowl

    And I Love my Açai Bowl! ❤️🙏

    Lilly

  • Grilled Chicken Focaccia

    I just had the best flat white and grilled chicken focaccia.

    nugget

Other favorites

Complementary cafe drinks, morning sides, and traditional Italian bakery treats.

  • Raspberry Muffin

    Bar Sport’s raspberry muffin is to die for.

    Whitney Buehler

  • Fruit Salad

    These guys just brought me the most amazing fruit salad.

    Alix O'Hara

  • Hot Chocolate

    the hot chocolate is very nice, as is poached eggs .

    Stanley Chevdon

  • Italian Pastries

    Italian pastries and biscuits plus freshly squeezed juices also tasty to take away or enjoy indoors or at the tables outside.

    Nick Angelucci (BBQAroma)

Before you head over

Practical advice to help you make the most of Norton Street's classic espresso bar. Plan your visit today to enjoy the lively matchday spirit.

  • Sit indoors to avoid traffic noise

    Sidewalk tables sit right near the busy Parramatta Road intersection, where passing traffic can be loud. Choose an indoor table if you want to converse comfortably away from street noise.

  • Expect matchday buzz over quiet workspaces

    The compact dining space fills up rapidly with lively sports debates and live matches playing on the big screen. Expect an energetic community atmosphere rather than a quiet laptop setup.

  • Know what to expect with simple breakfast plates

    Simple breakfast plates like eggs and spinach are served strictly as plain boiled eggs. For a more substantial breakfast or lunch, order the house paninis, focaccias, or meatball bowl.

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