Restaurant
Rolling Penny Cafe
583A King St, Newtown NSW 2042, Australia
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583A King St, Newtown NSW 2042, Australia
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Rolling Penny flips standard Newtown morning fare with inventive, produce-led plates served in a cozy back alleyway. King Street regulars skip the predictable bacon-and-egg rolls for dishes with real grit and imagination—like divorced eggs loaded with thick bacon or a massive grilled pancetta sandwich packed with neon cabbage. In the snug passage out back, the kitchen pushes beyond cafe clichés, sending out charred broccolini with rocket pesto and warm lemonade scones spooned with fresh mixed berries.
- Inventive Brunch Fare: Non-standard breakfast plates like divorced eggs, charred broccolini with rocket pesto, and fluffy lemonade scones.
- Back-Alley Seating: A snug, rustic alleyway dining space tucked behind the main cafe floor.
- Solid Coffee & Fast Service: Quality espresso poured alongside speedy table service for the weekend rush.
What's On at Rolling Penny Cafe
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Reasons to Visit Rolling Penny Cafe
Why Newtown locals and visitors choose Rolling Penny Cafe for exceptional brunch.
Creative Takes on Brunch Staples
Rolling Penny departs from standard morning fare with thoughtful, creative dishes like charred broccolini and rocket pesto sandwiches or fluffy lemonade scones.
What sets Rolling Penny apart is their creative take on familiar ingredients—you won’t find your standard café fare here.
Robert Georgiou Charming Back-Alley Seating
A secluded alleyway courtyard out back offers a unique, cosy seating option away from standard high-street dining.
they managed to find a table out the back which was genuinely down like a little alleyway through the back of the cafe. Felt a little dodgy but felt kinda cosy?
Vincent. Hearty Signature Dishes
Flavor-packed signature dishes like Divorced Eggs with bacon deliver a deeply satisfying, hearty meal that keeps diners coming back.
Their divorced eggs is just something I would keep going back for with the added bacon.. It's the perfect brunch.
Joyce Tang Generous, Value-Packed Portions
Dishes like the grilled pancetta sandwich or mushroom with poached egg are served generously and prepared with immense care.
The pancetta sandwich was probably top 5 things I’ve ever consumed.. it was unreal. Although it was huge, definitely made it more worth the money
Vincent. Warm Service and Reliable Coffee
A vibrant, buzzing cafe atmosphere makes it an ideal spot to meet with family and friends on weekends.
The coffee was spot on, the food was fantastic, and the service was warm and attentive.
Robert Georgiou Bustling Weekend Brunch Atmosphere
Despite peak weekend brunch rushes, the varied menu and memorable breakfast dishes make any wait worthwhile.
It's always busy during brunch time, so try to get in early or eat later. But the food is definitely worth the wait too.
Carlito
Most popular items
Signature brunch creations that take classic cafe ingredients in bold, inventive directions.
Divorced Eggs
Their divorced eggs is just something I would keep going back for with the added bacon.. It's the perfect brunch.
Joyce Tang Grilled Pancetta
The pancetta sandwich was probably top 5 things I’ve ever consumed.. it was unreal.
Vincent. Charred broccolini and rocket pesto sandwich
I had the charred broccolini and rocket pesto sandwich with added egg and haloumi, while my brother went for the smoked chorizo. Both dishes were absolutely delicious.
Robert Georgiou Mushroom with poached egg
My go to is their mushroom with poached egg. So so good!!
Carlito
Before you head over
Practical tips to navigate peak brunch hours and seating at Rolling Penny Cafe.
Time Your Visit Outside Peak Brunch
The cafe gets consistently packed during peak brunch hours, so plan to arrive early or dine later to avoid extended waits.
Ask About the Back Courtyard Seating
If indoor tables are taken, staff can seat you out back along the alleyway for a cozy, tucked-away spot away from the bustling main floor.
Wait for Table Service When Ordering
Staff take orders directly at your table rather than at the front counter, even if service takes a few minutes when the cafe is full.
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