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Ken’s Continental

Shop 3/40 Bayswater Rd, Rushcutters Bay NSW 2011, Australia

Recommended by 9 people

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Shop 3/40 Bayswater Rd, Rushcutters Bay NSW 2011, Australia

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HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Ken’s Continental

Rushcutters Bay regulars head straight to Ken’s Continental for serious single-origin coffee and hot, made-to-order schnitzels. Undercover sidewalk tables stay shaded from the morning heat—an easy perch just steps from local transit stops. Pour-over fans call out the manual V60 filter brew, pulled from a rotating variety of beans with clean extraction. When hunger hits, the move is the chicken schnitty: thick, golden-fried crunch stacked into a soft brioche bun with chili mayo. Between the fast-moving crew and crusty baguettes packed with mortadella, it turns a quick morning break into a proper neighborhood ritual.

  • Specialty Coffee: Manual V60 pour-overs and single-origin beans brewed alongside Colombian decaf and fruity espresso.
  • The Schnitty: Crispy fried chicken and eggplant schnitzels served hot on soft brioche buns with house sauces.
  • Breezy Atmosphere: Shaded outdoor sidewalk seating offering dog-friendly, prompt neighborhood hospitality.
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The Ken’s Continental Experience

Why locals and specialty coffee enthusiasts choose Ken’s Continental for lunch and morning brews.

  • Artisanal Schnitzel Sandwiches

    Ken’s Continental delivers standout sandwiches made with hot, crispy schnitzel on fresh brioche rolls and artisanal bread.

    The chicken schnitzel sandwich is delicious, very crispy and bun is a soft brioche bun, more like a burger.

    Stephanie Ngui

  • Precision-Crafted Espresso

    Carefully sourced and roasted beans ensure high-quality espresso extraction highlighting complex fruity tasting notes.

    Fantastic espresso! Can really taste the fruitiness in it.

    Evo Knight

  • Specialty V60 Pour-Overs

    Filter coffee enthusiasts can enjoy manual V60 pour-overs prepared with an extensive variety of curated beans.

    The V60 was amazing, and they have a great variety of beans to choose from.

    Meshari Aldossary

  • Curated Origin Hospitality

    Staff share origin knowledge directly with guests, including standout single-origin Colombian decaf selections.

    I’ve never had such a good decaf coffee before—it was the best I’ve ever tried! Ivan mentioned it was a Colombian coffee, which was a lovely touch.

    Cristina Sanchez

  • Relaxed Shaded Outdoor Seating

    Diners can enjoy their meal outdoors sheltered under leafy trees with comfortable covered sidewalk seating.

    Great seating outdoors under a beautiful tree.

    Chris

  • Stroller-Friendly Neighborhood Setting

    Positioned near Rushcutters Bay park with simple parking, the cafe is exceptionally welcoming for families and parents with strollers.

    Great for mums with babies as it's in a relatively quiet spot, near to the park at Rushcutters, and parking is generally easy.

    Lisa Patulny

Handcrafted schnitzel rolls, baguettes, and morning favorites

  • Chicken Schnitzel Sandwich

    The chicken schnitzel sandwich is delicious, very crispy and bun is a soft brioche bun, more like a burger.

    Stephanie Ngui

  • Eggplant Schnitzel Roll

    This time I had their eggplant schnitzel roll with fresh dill and I would highly recommend it.

    Chris

  • Mortadella Sandwich

    Everything was on point: crusty artisanal baguette, juicy tasty mortadella, sweet pickles and a banging coffee.

    Berris Charnley

  • Avocado Toast

    I had the best avocado toast breakfast ever here.

    ben De Nardi

Other favorites

Specialty pour-overs, single-origin espresso, and sweet treats

  • V60

    The V60 was amazing, and they have a great variety of beans to choose from.

    Meshari Aldossary

  • Espresso

    Fantastic espresso! Can really taste the fruitiness in it.

    Evo Knight

  • Decaf Coffee

    I’ve never had such a good decaf coffee before—it was the best I’ve ever tried! Ivan mentioned it was a Colombian coffee, which was a lovely touch.

    Cristina Sanchez

  • Tiramisu

    Great coffee, super-friendly staff, amazingly delicious sandwiches and really, really good tiramisu.

    Lisa Patulny

Before you head over

Practical tips for ordering, seating, and visiting Ken’s Continental

  • Allow Time for Made-to-Order Sandwiches

    Freshly made hot sandwiches like the chicken schnitzel are cooked to order, which can take 15 to 20 minutes during peak midday periods. Plan accordingly if you are on a tight schedule.

  • Expect Undercover Outdoor Seating

    Seating is primarily outdoor and undercover on the sidewalk, with limited indoor tables. Expect an open-air cafe setting when planning group visits or dining during peak rush.

  • Transit and Neighborhood Access

    Located a short walk from nearby train and bus connections, with street parking typically straightforward near Rushcutters Bay park.

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