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Black Duck Espresso Cafe

2/285 Windsor St, Richmond NSW 2753, Australia

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2/285 Windsor St, Richmond NSW 2753, Australia

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+61 435 434 511
HoursMonday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 PM Friday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 – 11:30 AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Black Duck Espresso Cafe

Richmond mornings start early here—often at 6am—delivering polished espresso and warm hospitality right from the jump. Commuters and off-duty workers fill the room, grabbing flat whites served with little heart-shaped shortbread on the saucer. Chilly mornings get an extra layer of comfort with fireside seating and fleece blankets draped over the chairs. The kitchen turns out straightforward cafe staples done right, including runny-yolk bacon-and-egg rolls and hearty breakfast wraps.

  • Dawn Starts at 6am: Doors open at 6am for dawn commuters and shift workers needing quick takeaway or a sit-down flat white.
  • Table Blankets & Fireplace: Every table is stocked with cozy blankets alongside an indoor fireplace to counter chilly mornings.
  • Shortbread with Every Cup: Espresso orders arrive with complimentary heart-shaped shortbread perched on the side of the saucer.
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Why Choose Black Duck Espresso Cafe

Why Hawkesbury locals and travelers make Black Duck Espresso Cafe their daily morning ritual.

  • Early 6am Start for Commuters

    Opens at 6am to serve early morning shift workers and commuters reliable, high-standard barista coffee before the day begins.

    It’s open super early so I can get in before work. All of the staff were absolutely lovely and the coffee was top notch!

    Dee P

  • Swift Morning Takeaway Service

    Provides rapid, efficient service on takeaway brews and warm breakfast staples without sacrificing warm hospitality.

    I ordered a takeaway coffee and banana bread and all 3 members of staff I interacted with were friendly, quick and professional.

    Pauly Vella

  • Genuinely Personal & Familiar Care

    Staff greet customers by name and recall specific orders, creating a warm, personal atmosphere where diners feel cared for like family.

    They genuinely care about their customers and even remember you by name and your coffee order, which makes it feel so personal and special.

    Lauren Jeffrey

  • Complimentary Heart Shortbread with Coffee

    Coffee orders arrive with thoughtful complimentary touches, such as custom love heart shortbread biscuits served on the side.

    we had delicious coffee (served with a love heart shortbread) and the egg & bacon wrap was superb.

    Ana Ellis

  • Cozy Fireplace and Table Blankets

    Equipped with indoor heating, a cozy fireplace, and blankets set at every table to ensure complete comfort on chilly mornings.

    They had blankets set up at tables incase you got cold and there was a heater inside.

    Chloe Lucas

  • Thoughtfully Accommodating for Dogs and Families

    Provides a warm, supportive atmosphere for families with young toddlers as well as visiting dogs, complete with treats and puppachinos.

    The staff were lovely and dog friendly. I ordered a puppachino and he gave my dog a biscuit.

    Laura Grant

Customer favorites that start Hawkesbury mornings off right

  • Coffee

    As a coffee snob from Melbourne we were delighted by the standard of coffee 7 days in a row.

    Claudia Sia

  • Smashed Avocado

    My brekkie was the ubiquitous and much maligned smashed avocado with trimmings and a fried egg on top. This dish was also a winner.

    Alexander Howen

  • Bacon and Egg Roll

    Best bacon and egg rolls I’ve ever had. Runny egg yolk and the bacon was cooked perfectly.

    Claudia Sia

  • Banana Bread

    Coffee and banana bread were delicious also!

    Pauly Vella

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful gestures and hospitable comforts that make every visit memorable

  • Table Blankets and Fireplace Warmth

    Guests can wrap up with individual table blankets while enjoying an indoor fireplace and heater on chilly mornings.

  • Heart Shortbread with Coffee

    Coffee is served with a complimentary sweet touch, including heart-shaped shortbread and little biscuits on the side.

  • Puppachinos and Dog Biscuits

    Staff welcome four-legged companions with dog biscuits alongside ordered puppachinos.

  • Toy Black Duck for Little Ones

    Visiting toddlers receive warm attentiveness and a keepsake little black duck toy to take home.

Before you head over

Helpful timing, comfort, and ordering tips for visiting Black Duck Espresso Cafe.

  • Beat the rush by arriving early

    The cafe is the first spot in town to open, starting service at 6am. Stop by early to grab barista coffee and breakfast rolls before work or regional travel without waiting in peak morning lines.

  • Stay warm at fireside tables

    On chilly mornings, grab an indoor table equipped with heating and personal blankets alongside the fireplace so you can comfortably sit and enjoy breakfast.

  • Bring pets and toddlers along

    If you are traveling with four-legged companions or small children, outdoor and indoor seating accommodates pets with puppachinos and treats, alongside welcoming family hospitality.

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