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Savta cafe

Unit 4/12 Waverley St, Bondi Junction NSW 2022, Australia

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Unit 4/12 Waverley St, Bondi Junction NSW 2022, Australia

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+61 2 9369 4222
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: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Savta cafe

Tucked off the Bondi Junction bustle, Savta serves hearty Middle Eastern brunch classics with a leafy terrace breeze. Regulars gather over rich shakshuka paired with soft, warm bread, savory shawarma plates, and tangy labneh dusted with za'atar. Asad runs the floor with effortless warmth, greeting diners like old friends while dishing out plates topped with crumbled lamb and fresh herbs.

  • Israeli & Middle Eastern Staples: Generous pans of tomato-rich shakshuka, mixed shawarma plates, and Israeli breakfast served with warm bread and labneh.
  • Leafy Parkside Terrace: Shaded outdoor seating beside the park offers a relaxed, quiet escape from the nearby commercial rush.
  • Warm Owner-Led Service: Owner-led hospitality creates a neighborhood living-room feel where staff readily tailor plates to dietary needs.
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The Savta Cafe Experience

Why diners choose Savta Cafe for breakfast, lunch, and coffee in Bondi Junction

  • Flavorful Israeli Breakfast Specialties

    Guests enjoy authentic Israeli and Mediterranean breakfast dishes like rich shakshuka, labneh with za'atar, and Israeli breakfast plates with fluffy, fresh bread.

    Israeli breakfast and shakshuka with labneh and zatar on the side.

    Michael Fina

  • Tender Mixed Shawarma Plates

    Diners savor tender lamb and seasoned chicken shawarma plates prepared fresh with generous Mediterranean sides.

    Mixed schwarma plate was delicious, lamb and chicken were tender and seasoned perfectly.

    Mel

  • Quiet Leafy Terrace by the Park

    Tucked away from the bustling commercial center of Bondi Junction, the cafe offers an outdoor terrace surrounded by green trees and park breezes.

    Sitting outdoors was lovely with the trees and the breeze from the park — a perfect spot to enjoy a quiet meal.

    AJ C

  • Relaxing Bondi Junction Oasis

    The peaceful setting provides an unhurried, chill atmosphere where patrons can unwind with coffee away from busy retail corridors.

    Atmosphere relaxed, oasis in busy Bondi Junction. Leafy position.

    patrick lucas

  • Warm Hospitality that Feels Like Home

    Owner Asad and the staff welcome guests with genuine warmth and attentiveness that makes visitors feel like family.

    Few cafes in this world make you feel so at home and part of the family.

    Allport Millinery

  • Attentive and Charismatic Service

    Regulars and travelers alike experience thoughtful, personal service from charismatic hosts who take time to connect with diners.

    Asad is an amazing host and we felt very welcomed.

    Francesca Velasco

Signature Israeli breakfast staples and house-seasoned savory plates

  • Shakshuka

    It was my first time trying shakshuka, and it was absolutely divine! The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the bread paired perfectly with it.

    AJ C

  • Shawarma Plate

    Mixed schwarma plate was delicious, lamb and chicken were tender and seasoned perfectly.

    Mel

  • Israeli Breakfast

    Our favorite was the Israeli breakfast. Asad is an amazing host and we felt very welcomed.

    Francesca Velasco

  • Chicken Burger

    I had the chicken burger, but replaced the caramelized onion with avocado and can tell you, that was one of the BEST chicken burgers I have ever had the pleasure of dining on!

    Eoghan C

Other favorites

Sweet cafe favorites, baked goods, and refreshing specialty drinks

  • French Toast

    I had the French toast, it was delicious.

    alan

  • Iced Matcha

    I also had an iced matcha, which was excellent — you can really taste the matcha.

    AJ C

  • Banana Bread

    some of the best foods are the zucchini omelette, banana breads and hot chocolate.

    Benjamin Sacharowitz

  • Chocolate Milkshake

    The milkshake came out first, and it was incredible! It was so strong and smooth at the same time!

    Eoghan C

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and personalized service that elevate dining at Savta cafe

  • Proactive Extra Shakshuka Sauce

    Guests ordering shakshuka are proactively offered extra sauce by accommodating staff to pair with their bread.

  • Custom Chili-Spiced Za'atar and Labneh

    Guests who enjoy heat are encouraged to request chili added directly to their side of za'atar and labneh.

  • Accommodating Personal Celebrations

    The cafe welcomes celebratory group gatherings and personal birthday parties with warm, accommodating hospitality.

  • Thoughtful Ingredient Swaps

    The kitchen flexibly customizes sandwiches and burgers upon request, including swapping out caramelized onions for fresh avocado.

Before you head over

Helpful pointers for dining, seating, and ordering at Savta cafe

  • Customise your spice and sides

    When ordering shakshuka with labneh and za'atar, request chili on the side to dial in your preferred level of spice, and pair it with fresh bread to soak up the sauce.

  • Choose outdoor terrace seating

    Head to the outdoor terrace among the trees for shaded, breezy seating away from Bondi Junction's bustle, or choose indoor dining depending on the weather.

  • Ask about dietary substitutions

    If you want custom ingredient swaps like swapping caramelized onion for avocado or adding extra sauce, the team accommodates requests promptly.

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