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Salt & Light Cafe Chatswood

Shop 23/455 Victoria Ave, Chatswood NSW 2067, Australia

Recommended by 56 people

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Find Salt & Light Cafe Chatswood

Shop 23/455 Victoria Ave, Chatswood NSW 2067, Australia

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HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Salt & Light Cafe Chatswood

Steps from Chatswood station, this cafe balances morning commuters and relaxed brunchers with polished Asian-fusion fare and specialty coffee. Commuters grab quick flat whites on the run, while morning regulars settle along the pet-friendly outdoor seating for shakshuka, pulled pork Benedict, or buttery croissants piled with prawns and scrambled egg. The kitchen turns out Japanese-style omurice smothered in rich bolognese alongside ricotta buttermilk hotcakes with crisp edges. Settle outside with an earthy hojicha latte or a tall soy matcha while watching the Victoria Avenue foot traffic drift past.

  • Transit-Adjacent Terrace: Minutes from the metro platform, offering prompt takeaway espresso alongside pet-friendly outdoor seating.
  • Asian-Fusion Brunch: Creative breakfast plates match savory omurice and prawn croissants with hotcakes and hojicha lattes.
  • Attentive, Breezy Service: Welcoming staff maintain quick pacing with an enforced one-hour limit during busy morning rushes.
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Key Advantages of Salt & Light Cafe Chatswood

Why diners choose Salt & Light Cafe for morning fuel and leisurely Asian-fusion brunches

  • Distinctive Asian-Fusion Brunch Staples

    The kitchen prepares inventive signature plates like croissant stuffed with prawns and scrambled eggs alongside hearty breakfast standards.

    Ordered a big breakky and prawn + scrambled egg croissant. We loved both

    Ziyi Cheng

  • Comforting Japanese-Inspired Breakfast Dishes

    Japanese cafe-style omurice and savory house specialties deliver generous portions with balanced flavors.

    I recommend smoke salmon stack and OMURICE . And fresh juices .I love them💖

    b

  • Elevated Gourmet Surprises

    An unassuming exterior opens up into unexpectedly refined culinary presentation and high culinary attention to detail.

    While it is very cute, they serve gourmet-level meals with great presentation.

    Scott Lucas

  • Welcoming and Attentive Service

    Attentive and thoughtful hospitality creates an inviting environment that remembers patrons and accommodates diners warmly.

    They even go out of their way to remember your name

    Scott Lucas

  • Steps Away from Chatswood Station

    Situated right outside the railway and Metro hub, providing rapid barista service and prompt breakfasts for passersby and commuters.

    This cute lil cafe is very close to the station!

    Alice

  • Pet-Friendly Al Fresco Seating

    Outdoor open-air tables offer a calm spot to enjoy brunch or an espresso while soaking in the Chatswood bustle with pets or companions.

    pet-friendly outdoor seating, and the food is fresh and tasty.

    ABCD X

Signature savory breakfast and fusion lunch favourites

  • Prawn Scrambled Egg Croissant

    my gf ordered the 2.0 prawn croissant and it was amazing.

    Gio

  • Omurice

    I recommend smoke salmon stack and OMURICE .

    b

  • Pulled Pork Benedict

    Pulled-pork Benedict was absolutely excellent and a MUST if you visit here.

    Saravanan Siva

  • Big Brekkie

    Ordered a big breakky and prawn + scrambled egg croissant. We loved both but I personally recommend the big breakky.

    Ziyi Cheng

Other favorites

Specialty drinks and sweet additions to round out your visit

  • Matcha Latte

    what surprised me was the matcha latte 🍵, when I get it in other cafes sometimes I can barely taste the matcha but I can tell they actually have matcha in here!

    Alice

  • Ricotta Hotcake

    My favourite is definitely their hot cake which is amazingly fluffy!

    sophia wai

  • Hojicha Latte

    The hojicha latte is quite nice and coffee is alright!

    Chloe M

  • Hot Chocolate

    The hot chocolate is the best I had.

    Yue L

Before you head over

Practical tips on seating limits, outdoor space, and menu choices

  • Plan Around the Peak-Hour Limit

    Keep an eye out for peak-hour table notices that set a one-hour dining limit, and consider visiting outside peak rushes if you have a larger group as indoor capacity is tight.

  • Choose Outdoor Seating with Prams or Pets

    Indoor space is compact with narrow tables and limited room for prams, making the outdoor patio the best choice for strollers and pets.

  • Double-Check Dietary and Protein Add-ins

    If you are strictly dairy-free or vegan, check specific ingredients on bowls directly with staff, as some items like protein powders contain whey.

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