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DRY LEAF CAFE

26 Spit Rd, Mosman NSW 2088, Australia

Recommended by 31 people

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26 Spit Rd, Mosman NSW 2088, Australia

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+61 2 8668 5022
HoursMonday: 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About DRY LEAF CAFE

Dry Leaf Cafe pairs relaxed suburban mornings with spiced Himalayan cooking, running an unpretentious Mosman kitchen that jumps easily from classic bacon rolls to steamed momos. Mornings start over two-cup pots of house-brewed oat milk chai or cumin burgers piled high with beetroot. Tables fill easily across differing cravings—whether someone wants a clean grain bowl or spiced goat curry simmered with lentils and rice. Come Friday and Saturday evenings, the room transitions into a laid-back BYO dinner service centered around generous regional thali plates.

  • Nepalese-Western hybrid menu: An all-day lineup uniting cafe staples like eggs benedict and burgers with spiced jhol momos, curries, and chow mein.
  • House-brewed pot chai: House-spiced chai brewed to order in generous two-cup pots, prepared standard with oat milk.
  • Weekend BYO dinners: Friday and Saturday dinner service centered on regional thali platters and a relaxed BYO policy.
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Why Diners Choose Dry Leaf Cafe

From unpretentious daytime brunches and house-brewed oat chai to weekend BYO Nepalese dinners, discover why Mosman diners visit Dry Leaf Cafe.

  • Hybrid All-Day Nepalese and Cafe Menu

    Guests can pair classic Australian cafe staples like egg rolls and cumin burgers with authentic spiced Nepalese specialties including momos, goat curry, and chow mein.

    They have an interesting all-day menu with a mix of both standard cafe food (bacon and egg rolls, eggs benne, chicken burgers) and delicious looking Nepalese cuisine (curries, momos etc).

    R M

  • Flavorful Spiced Dumplings and Specialties

    The kitchen prepares authentic, richly seasoned Nepalese specialties like jhol momos and traditional curries packed with distinct spice blends.

    the Jhol Momo was absolutely delicious — authentic and full of flavour.

    Amrit Adhikari

  • Seamless Mixed Diet and Appetite Harmony

    Parties with divergent dietary appetites can dine easily together, offering hearty multi-patty burgers right alongside wholesome, healthy bowls.

    Also your partner can order a healthy bowl while you order a double patty burger, that is just perfection

    Manuel F. Rodriguez P

  • House-Brewed Spiced Oat Milk Pot Chai

    Instead of quick powdered drinks, the cafe serves a specially brewed house spiced chai crafted in a generous two-cup pot prepared standard with oat milk.

    The chefs chai was the best I've ever had in Sydney (I think they are on to something with oat milk as standard for this chai). And came in a big two cup pot.

    Rohan Smith

  • Weekend Evening BYO Nepalese Dinners

    On Friday and Saturday evenings, the venue serves regional Nepalese thali sharing plates with a welcoming Bring-Your-Own policy.

    Friday and Saturday evenings the Dry Leaf serves up the native Nepalese food of the lovely couple who run the place.

    Owen Gardiner

  • Convenient Dinner Gatherings on Spit Road

    Evening diners can reserve ahead, easily access parking right along Spit Road, and share chicken and pork momos accompanied by roti and thali.

    We booked a 7pm table, that way we were able to park on Spit Road, just meters from the restaurant.

    julie medbury

Standout Nepalese specialties and spiced cafe mains

  • Momos

    The momo I had at the cafe was absolutely fantastic! The dumplings were perfectly steamed, with a flavorful filling and a delicious dipping sauce that made every bite delightful.

    narayan ghimire

  • Cumin Burger

    I went for the cumin burger— loved the cumin and beet! I never would have thought to add that to a burger and it WORKED. So well.

    Kaitlin Wilson

  • Nepalese Goat Curry

    My partner ordered the Nepalese goat curry, it was so good!! Must try the combo which comes with rice, lentil soup and a spinach side.

    Jennifer

  • Chicken Thali

    Main course we had the Chicken Thali, served with Poppadoms plus we order warm Roti as well.

    julie medbury

Other favorites

Specialty brewed drinks, street snacks, and cafe sides

  • Oat Milk Chefs Chai

    The chefs chai was the best I've ever had in Sydney (I think they are on to something with oat milk as standard for this chai). And came in a big two cup pot.

    Rohan Smith

  • Mango Smoothie

    exceptional mango smoothie

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  • Kathi Egg Roll

    Kathi egg roll

    SM

  • Banana Bread

    banana bread and organic coffee which was really good

    Jennifer

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful operational touches and distinct hospitable details at Dry Leaf Cafe.

  • Two-Cup Pot Chai Brewed with Oat Milk

    The house chai is specially brewed and served in a generous two-cup pot, prepared with oat milk as standard rather than standard powdered mix.

  • Advance Order Coordination for Large Groups

    To ensure large parties dine smoothly without delays, the cafe accommodates groups by coordinating orders in advance.

  • Weekend Evening Nepalese BYO Dinner

    On Friday and Saturday evenings, the daytime cafe shifts into an authentic Nepalese dining experience offering set thali plates with a relaxed BYO drink policy.

  • Cozy In-House Bookshelf for Browsing

    The dining room features a curated bookshelf with books guests can browse, cultivating an unhurried, calm cafe environment.

Before you head over

Practical guidance on weekend dinner bookings, BYO, house drinks, and navigating the hybrid menu.

  • Book Friday or Saturday Evening for BYO Dinner and Easier Parking

    Friday and Saturday evening dinner services offer hearty Nepalese set thalis and allow guests to bring their own drinks with BYO dining. Table bookings around 7:00 pm also offer convenient street parking meters away on Spit Road.

  • Order the House-Brewed Chef's Chai with Oat Milk

    Skip the syrup chai latte and order the chef's spiced chai tea, which comes house-brewed in a large two-cup pot prepared standard with oat milk.

  • Split Hearty Burgers and Spiced Nepalese Bowls with Ease

    The kitchen bridges hearty cravings and lighter diets side-by-side; you can pair double-patty cumin burgers with paleo bowls, or banana bread alongside rich spiced momos and goat curry. Pre-ordering is also welcomed to keep larger groups running smoothly.

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