Restaurant
Cook & Archies
Shop 1A, 4/14 Buckingham St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia
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Shop 1A, 4/14 Buckingham St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia
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Tucked just steps from Central, Cook & Archies skips the notorious Surry Hills weekend queues while turning out inventive morning plates. Regulars bypass standard cafe staples for Turkish eggs layered with thick labneh and warm Aleppo butter, or a shakshuka spooned up with airy focaccia. The kitchen even runs lunch all morning—think crisp chicken katsu sandwiches alongside morning espresso—and swaps traditional toast for golden potato pancakes beneath the eggs Benedict. Takeaway flat whites even arrive with a bite of warm muffin straight from the counter.
- All-Day Lunch Flexibility: Guests can order savory lunch items alongside the morning menu without time restrictions.
- Potato Pancake Benedict: Eggs Benedict arrives plated over crisp potato pancakes instead of traditional toast.
- Fresh Muffin Bites: Takeaway coffee orders come with a complimentary sample bite of freshly baked muffin.
What's On at Cook & Archies
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose Cook & Archies
Why Surry Hills diners choose Cook & Archies for inventive brunch, relaxing mornings, and seamless catchups
Inventive, Flavour-Packed Breakfast Dishes
The kitchen moves beyond typical brunch standards with inventive, deeply spiced dishes like rich shakshuka, Turkish eggs with labneh, and potato pancake benedict.
Not your standard breakfast menu, had some unique vegetarian dishes which were delicious.
Lavina All-Day Flexibility to Order Lunch at Breakfast
Diners enjoy savory lunch options early in the day, with full access to daytime favorites regardless of morning hours.
You can order the lunch menu at breakfast which isn't available at all cafes.
Lorna Wang Relaxed Ambiance with Warm, Calming Decor
Warm wall palettes, curated ambient music, and comfortable seating foster an unhurried, welcoming morning retreat.
The warm colour palette of the furniture, the subdued colours of the walls, and the ambient music provided a chill, relaxed vibe.
Mark Mc Laughlin Charming and Cozy Environment to Unwind
Thoughtful hospitality and high-quality brews provide a cozy haven to unwind during busy morning routines.
The café exudes a charming and cozy ambiance, making it an ideal spot to unwind.
Prabhdeep Kour Accessible Morning Meetup Spot Near Central
Conveniently positioned on the quiet border of Surry Hills and Central Station, guests can easily secure tables or fast morning coffee.
Great ☕️ place super close to central. Met a friend early in the morning (8:30am) during the work week and got a table easily.
Rattan Muttoo Queue-Free Alternative to Overhyped Spots
Guests sidestep exhausting lines at overhyped venues while experiencing attentive service from staff who remember personal orders.
If, like me, you’re not into queuing for hours at trendy places that end up disappointing, this is the place for you!
myriam benchabane
Most popular items
Signature inventive breakfast and brunch dishes
Shakshuka
The focaccia was so airy, tomatoes roasted perfectly, and eggs runny and creamy!
Claire Rolbiecki Corn Fritters
The corn fritters are to die for and they didn't bat an eye at my weird American coffee request!
Aimee Stilts Turkish Eggs
the Turkish eggs with rich labneh, Aleppo butter, and fresh focaccia were pure perfection.
Foodies_From_Sydney Ricotta Hotcakes
they're ridiculously fluffy and topped with honeycomb, mascarpone, and fresh banana.
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Other favorites
Specialty drinks and sweet counter favorites
Matcha Strawberry Latte
The specialty drinks were just as impressive—especially the Mona Blanc Brew and Matcha Strawberry Latte.
Cassandra Leung Mona Blanc Brew
The specialty drinks were just as impressive—especially the Mona Blanc Brew and Matcha Strawberry Latte.
Cassandra Leung Banana Bread
it was the best Banana Bread i have ever had.
Sarah Smith Taro Macadamia Latte
an unforgettable taro macadamia latte :')
Lavina
Before you head over
Practical advice on ordering flexibility, takeaway perks, and peak dining times
Order Lunch During Breakfast
Order savory lunch favorites like the Not So Katsu sandwich early in the morning, as the kitchen accommodates lunch selections during breakfast hours.
Sample Takeaway Muffin Bites
Grab a takeaway specialty coffee on your morning commute and enjoy the complimentary bite-sized freshly baked muffin sample offered with takeaway orders.
Beat Peak Morning Crowds
Arrive before the peak morning rush around 8:30 AM or visit on Friday mornings to secure immediate seating without waiting in long neighborhood queues.
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