Restaurant
Ray's Place
271 High St, North Willoughby NSW 2068, Australia
Find Ray's Place
271 High St, North Willoughby NSW 2068, Australia
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Ray's Place shakes up North Willoughby mornings with generous cafe fare and a distinct Levantine slant. Sidestep the town center parking scramble and pull up a chair outside. Regulars head straight for "The Anthony"—poached eggs paired with crisp falafel, creamy hummus, tangy pickles, and warm pita—while families scoop up spinach-and-haloumi bouregs for low-mess toddler breakfasts. Cold brew pours crisp and clean, the kitchen sends out loaded mushroom bruschetta on thick-cut toast, and early birds can count on doors opening right at 6:00 AM.
- Middle Eastern Breakfast Twist: The menu blends cafe classics with falafel plates, house hummus, bouregs, and lamb kafta alongside specialty cold brew.
- 6:00 AM Early Start: Early risers can grab espresso and breakfast starting at 6:00 AM before the morning rush.
- Relaxed Suburban Hub: High Street corner seating and hassle-free street parking offer an easy detour from crowded Chatswood hubs.
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Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Dine at Ray's Place
Discover why locals and visitors choose Ray's Place for relaxed morning dining, generous fusion flavors, and welcoming hospitality.
Middle Eastern Breakfast & Brunch Twist
The breakfast and brunch menu blends classic modern Australian cafe favorites with authentic Middle Eastern dishes such as falafel, hummus, pita, bouregs, and lamb kafta.
We tried The Anthony which came with poached eggs, falafel, hummus, pita bread, olives and pickles and also the Eggs Benedict. Both dishes were very tasty and well prepared.
Harley Williams Early Morning 6:00 AM Service
Serving early risers and morning commuters with full breakfast offerings starting at 6:00 AM.
open very early (6am visit for me) and the food was honestly to die for.
Joel Foxall Welcoming Family & Child-Friendly Service
Families with young children are warmly welcomed, with staff offering attentive care and easy-to-manage pastry selections like bouregs that make dining with toddlers seamless.
We loved how accommodating they were to our little one. Although they were busy, they worked hard with a smile and that's all you can ask for.
Adem Kader Community-Rooted Local Hospitality
The team takes attentive care of daily regulars, creating a familiar, community-rooted gathering space that treats visitors like family.
They take care of us every morning, even giving baby muffins for the kids. The staff are great, food is delicious and tasty coffee.
Camille Jaramis Easy Street Parking Away from Town Congestion
Set away from congested town centers, offering diners a calm escape with hassle-free street parking.
If you don't feel like fighting the Christmas crowds in search of parking, stop by Ray's place instead, there's plenty of street parking and lots more to enjoy
Annie Hoang Peaceful Neighborhood Corner Setting
A neighborhood corner setting tucked away from high-traffic commercial hubs provides a relaxed environment for casual catch-ups and leisurely morning meals.
Sort of tucked away in an area with not a lot of foot traffic and away from the main town centres, so very easy to find parking!
J W
Most popular items
Customer favorites and signature Middle Eastern-inspired breakfast dishes
Eggs Benedict
Had brunch here and had one of the best Eggs Benedict I’ve ever tried. With a strong undercurrent of butter for a luscious and creamy taste, I also really enjoyed the sweet potato crisps, the generous serving of bacon, and the egg that was cooked perfectly.
Johann Blanco Mushroom Bruschetta
The other dish is the mushroom bruschetta, this is a clear standout dish, not many cafes do a good mushroom brunch dish and this one definitely up there with the best.
J W The Anthony
We tried The Anthony which came with poached eggs, falafel, hummus, pita bread, olives and pickles and also the Eggs Benedict. Both dishes were very tasty and well prepared.
Harley Williams Bouregs
Ray's yummy bouregs with haloumi or cheese and spinach are a great mess-minimal option.
Gariné A
Other favorites
Specialty beverages, bakery items, and sides
Cold Brew Coffee
Easily the best coffee we've had in years, their cold brew was clean, crisp but full of flavour.
Annie Hoang Almond Croissant
I also grabbed an almond croissant to go. Near perfect breakfast.
Jon Rausseo Hot Chocolate
The hot chocolate was rich and comforting, making it the perfect drink to enjoy on a cozy afternoon.
a.s. tanveer Chips
The side of chips were super hot and had the perfect crunch.
L C
Before you head over
Practical guidance for timing, parking, and dining with family at Ray's Place
Plan Around Operating Hours
Those looking for an early breakfast can stop by from 6:00 AM, while afternoon diners should note the 3:00 PM closing time.
Take Advantage of Street Parking
Skip busy commercial shopping hubs like Chatswood and head here to take advantage of readily available street parking.
Kid-Friendly Ordering Options
When dining with little ones, grab mess-minimal items like haloumi or cheese and spinach bouregs, or ask about complimentary baby treats.
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