Restaurant
Blue 36 Cafe
Opposite North Sydney Train Station, Shop P02/36 Blue St, North Sydney NSW 2060, Australia
Find Blue 36 Cafe
Opposite North Sydney Train Station, Shop P02/36 Blue St, North Sydney NSW 2060, Australia
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Plan your visitAbout Blue 36 Cafe
Right opposite North Sydney station, Blue 36 Cafe handles morning train rush and midday work reprieves with equal poise. The bright counter moves briskly—pulling rich long blacks and remembering regular orders—while the bilingual Korean-English floor team welcomes walk-ins with cheerful, attentive care. Downstairs, an expansive communal table accommodates team lunches and pram-toting families without a pinch. Commuters grab quick flat whites on the run, but the renovated dining room invites settling in over chorizo scrambles, fried cauliflower on toast, or daily specials like mushroom risotto.
- Commuter-Ready Transit Hub: Perched opposite North Sydney Train Station inside Greenwood Plaza, turning around quick takeaway coffees and hot breakfasts from 6am.
- Bilingual Warmth: A warm Korean- and English-speaking crew delivers attentive hospitality and spots regular orders amid the morning rush.
- Lower-Level Group Space: A dedicated large communal table on the lower level easily seats team meetings and multi-generational family brunches.
What's On at Blue 36 Cafe
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Choose Blue 36 Cafe
Discover why commuters, coworkers, and neighborhood regulars rely on Blue 36 Cafe every day.
Fast Commuter Stop by North Sydney Station
Positioned directly across from North Sydney Railway Station in Greenwood Plaza, Blue 36 delivers speedy breakfast and espresso tailored to busy commuters on the go.
it’s in a very convenient location opposite north Sydney station.
Natasha Khan Prompt Service for Quick Morning Dining
Morning dishes and hot takeaway coffees are prepared swiftly, ensuring you stay completely on schedule for the workday ahead.
Very impressed by their breakfast: fast, delicious and not expensive.
Johan Linde Spacious Lower-Level Seating for Groups
A dedicated lower-level floor plan includes a roomy communal table that comfortably accommodates larger groups and multi-generational family outings.
The large table on the lower level of the cafe was the prefect spot to fit us all.
Samantha Armstrong Relaxed Setup for Coworker Catch-Ups
Rapid meal prep and a balanced daytime menu make midday team get-togethers and casual coworker lunches effortless and engaging.
Great place to have lunch with friends/workmates, as food comes out fast.
tastysydney Attentive Care That Remembers Regulars
Staff create an exceptionally welcoming atmosphere by warmly remembering daily customer routines even during high-volume periods.
they somehow remember my regular order, which always makes me feel valued as a customer.
Louis Diamond Comfortable Bilingual Korean Service
A warm, energetic bilingual team provides effortless Korean-language hospitality, putting international visitors and locals immediately at ease.
한국 분들이 운영 하셔서 한국말로 편하게 주문 할 수 있습니다.
Andrew
Most popular items
Customer-favorite breakfast and brunch dishes prepared fresh daily
Açaí bowl
We ordered the açaí bowl, smashed avo, and tuna poke bowl.
hreem S Chorizo Scramble
I had the Chorizo Scramble ($22), consisting of 4 unique shaped pieces of tasty but mild chorizo, creamy scrambled eggs, 4 sautéed mushrooms, sautéed spinach and 2 slices of white sourdough toast. I really enjoyed my meal as well.
Andrew Walker Quinoa Avocado
My wife ordered the Quinoa Avocado ($19), consisting 2 Poached eggs, smashed avocado, Quinoa Mix (lentils, Spanish onion, tomatoes, parsley, currants), balsamic glaze on Quinoa-soy-linseed sourdough toast. She loved her meal.
Andrew Walker Morning steak
I tried the Morning steak. The meat was cooked to a perfect medium, and the braised kale was unexpectedly delicious.
Sienna Yang
Other favorites
Specialty beverages and nourishing bowls to complement your visit
Brew Chai Teas
We washed our meals down with 2 Brew Chai Teas ($6.50 ea.) which we really enjoyed.
Andrew Walker Collagen smoothie
Also, The collagen smoothie had such a refreshing taste that it felt like I was getting prettier with every sip^^ 10/10 recommend.
Sienna Yang Alkalising bowl
I got the Alkalising bowl - it’s vegan or vegetarian but I’m not vegan or vegetarian lol it was so good!
Natasha Khan Hot Matcha Latte
Really good Hot Matcha Latte!
tastysydney
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful details and personalized gestures observed at Blue 36 Cafe
Bilingual Korean Welcome and Service
Staff greet Korean-speaking guests warmly in their native language (안녕하세요) and seamlessly accommodate orders and inquiries in Korean.
Regular Order Memory Amid Morning Rush
Despite the high volume of daily office and transit commuters, staff remember repeat patrons' regular orders and consistently greet them by name and order.
Transit-Conscious Commuter Support
When a patron was in danger of missing their bus, team members went above and beyond with generous, expedited support to ensure they made their transit connection.
Dedicated Lower-Level Large Family Table
The venue offers a dedicated large table on its lower level specifically set up to comfortably host multi-generational gatherings, including large groups with babies and toddlers.
Before you head over
Practical advice on transit timing, group seating, and ordering for your visit
Early Commute & Transit Catch-Up
Located inside Greenwood Plaza right opposite North Sydney Station, the cafe caters to early morning commuters starting around 6am. Service is fast and efficient if you need to catch a train or bus.
Seating for Large Groups & Families
If visiting with coworkers, family, or children, look for the large communal table situated on the lower level of the cafe, which comfortably accommodates groups of nine or more.
Daily Specials & Bilingual Service
Check the outdoor blackboard for rotating daily lunch specials, and feel free to converse or order directly in Korean if preferred, as bilingual staff are on hand.
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