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Cassiopeia Coffee

79 Lurline St, Katoomba NSW 2780, Australia

Recommended by 35 people

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79 Lurline St, Katoomba NSW 2780, Australia

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HoursMonday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM Friday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM Sunday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Cassiopeia Coffee

This Katoomba micro-roaster opens at 6 AM sharp, pulling dialed-in single origins and espresso before tourist crowds hit the main street. Locals bypass town center parking hassles to perch on Lurline Street with flat whites and flaky, house-baked cinnamon scrolls. They roast their own beans on-site—available bagged for pour-overs—and don't tack on an upcharge for decaf. Morning light catches the simple subway tiles as early hikers fuel up on thick toasted banana bread with butter.

  • In-House Roastery: Pulls dialed-in single-origin espresso and filter brews alongside retail beans roasted on-site.
  • Dawn 6 AM Start: Opens at 6:00 AM for early morning trail walkers, dawn lookouts, and locals heading out.
  • Off-Main Simplicity: One block off the main drag with easy parking and no extra charge for decaf orders.
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Why Choose Cassiopeia Coffee

Discover why locals and Blue Mountains travellers make Cassiopeia their daily specialty coffee stop.

  • Dawn Opening for Morning Excursions

    Early morning walkers and sunrise visitors can get specialty coffee and freshly baked pastries starting at 6:00 AM.

    Cassiopeia was one of the only cafes open on our way back so we decided to stop in.

    evie campbell hewson

  • Fresh Beans Direct From the Roaster

    In-house roasted single origins are available both brewed by the cup and packaged for home brewing.

    For bean hunters, Cassiopeia also sell espresso and filter beans.

    Brendan Wong

  • Detour Off the Crowded Main Strip

    Located off the congested tourist strip on Lurline Street, providing a quick takeaway stop without paid parking hassles.

    I just wanted a takeaway coffee without the stress of paying for parking, or walking for ages to get one.

    chippybird cat

  • Effortless Parking and Quick Visits

    Positioned conveniently on Lurline Street with accessible parking directly opposite the venue for effortless transit stops.

    Cool vibes, easy parking (right across from Katoomba RSL), and seriously good coffee.

    Ingrid K

  • Authentic Local Neighbourhood Feel

    A relaxed, unpretentious community hub where regulars frequently gather for daily orders.

    It’s the kind of café where you can tell people actually come here all the time.

    Sabina Smalikova

  • Zero Surcharge on Decaf Orders

    Fair pricing practices that treat all espresso options equally, with no added fee for decaf orders.

    The ONLY place I’ve ever been that hasn’t charged extra for decaf. They treat all grinds the same.

    Mark Lawrenson

Top coffee and freshly baked morning favourites

  • Flat White

    The flat white had that smooth, creamy consistency with a light caramel brown colour

    Davelynn D. Rampas

  • Cinnamon Croissant-Scroll

    Then came that cinnamon croissant-scroll situation. Just looking at those layers made me drool.

    Davelynn D. Rampas

  • Almond Croissant

    an almond croissant which may be the best I've ever had - definitely fully loaded

    evie campbell hewson

  • Banana Bread

    the largest slice of banana bread (toasted with a touch of butter)

    Vernice Kang

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and roaster-first hospitality that elevate a Katoomba coffee run

  • No Decaf Surcharge

    Decaf espresso orders are served without the typical surcharge, maintaining standard pricing across all grinds.

  • NotNeutral Ceramic Cups

    Dine-in drinks are served in specialty NotNeutral ceramic drinkware designed specifically for coffee appreciation.

  • 6:00 AM Sunrise Opening

    Doors open from 6:00 AM, welcoming morning walkers and sunrise visitors right off Echo Point before other cafes open.

  • Cinnamon-Dusted Iced Matcha

    Iced matcha lattes are finished with a delicate dusting of cinnamon sprinkled directly on top.

Frequently Asked Questions

How early does the cafe open?

Cassiopeia opens early at 6:00 AM daily (closing at 2:00 PM Monday through Friday and 1:00 PM on weekends), making it an easy stop after watching the sunrise or before heading out on mountain hikes.

Is parking easy to find?

Yes, there is free parking available, including easy street parking and parking across from the Katoomba RSL, making quick takeaway stops convenient without paid meter hassles.

What food options are available?

Cassiopeia focuses primarily on specialty coffee, offering a limited selection of fresh bakery goods, pastries (such as cinnamon scrolls, almond croissants, and Vegemite pastries), and toasted banana bread rather than full breakfast or lunch meals.

Can you buy coffee beans to take home?

Yes, as an in-house roaster, Cassiopeia sells packaged espresso and single-origin filter beans direct to the public alongside drinks.

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