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The Grounds Coffee Factory

Bay, 4a/2 Locomotive St, Eveleigh NSW 2015, Australia

Recommended by 46 people

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Bay, 4a/2 Locomotive St, Eveleigh NSW 2015, Australia

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+61 2 9699 2225
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Grounds Coffee Factory

Sip single-origins inside a cavernous Eveleigh railway shed where overhead pipes funnel beans straight across the room. Housed in the historic locomotive workshop’s former cafeteria, the space balances high-octane warehouse energy with serious specialty craft. Patrons pack long tables for weekend brunch—think fluffy hot cakes, pork shoulder ragu ravioli, and buttery croissants—while guided cupping tours unpack bean cultivation, washing processes, and precision French press ratios. A roving cake cart wheels by with fresh desserts just as the next batch of green coffee beans drops into the roaster.

  • Educational Coffee Cupping: Staff-led tasting sessions explore bean cultivation, roast profiles, and hands-on cupping.
  • Working Overhead Roastery: Active roastery transport pipes channel roasted beans overhead across the high-ceilinged dining room.
  • Heritage Locomotive Workshop: Occupies the historic railway workers' cafeteria inside Eveleigh's locomotive workshop.
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What's On at The Grounds Coffee Factory

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Visit The Grounds Coffee Factory

Discover why coffee lovers, brunch seekers, and industrial design enthusiasts make the trip to Eveleigh.

  • Guided Roastery & Cupping Tours

    Go behind the scenes with passionate roasters who break down cultivation, bean processing, cupping notes, and precise brewing ratios.

    Emerson explained in detail where coffee is grown, how is it cultivated, the types of washing processes, the cupping process and much more.

    Vsp

  • Educational Coffee Tasting Sessions

    Discover single-origin varieties, bean origins, and artisanal roast profiles guided by dedicated coffee experts.

    We also explored the different origins, flavours, how to identify different coffee as well as different brewing methods for different coffee beans as well as tasting an assortment of coffees.

    Kevin Huang

  • Celebratory Weekend Brunches

    Gather family and friends for vibrant weekend dining featuring standout signature dishes, decadent waffles, and specialty brunch cocktails.

    Every dish that came to our table was absolutely delicious and the cocktails were well worth the wait too... refreshing, and the perfect addition to a birthday celebration.

    Rosie Bakes

  • Social Dining & Daytime Gatherings

    Catch up with companions over a generous breakfast and lunch menu complete with savory plates, fresh pastries, and dessert selections.

    Overall, it’s a great spot for brunch, coffee, or a casual catch-up. Lively atmosphere, good food, and a fun setting, especially if you appreciate the craft behind coffee.

    Monica Echeverria

  • Historic Locomotive Workshop Setting

    Step into a restored railway workers' cafeteria inside a grand historic locomotive workshop complete with soaring high ceilings.

    The factory is housed in a historic railway workers' cafeteria in the former locomotive workshop & the premises have a fantastic industrial feel, reminiscent of a time gone by.

    SML

  • Live Overhead Roasting Infrastructure

    Experience an active roastery floor where visible overhead pipes and industrial equipment transport coffee beans right above your table.

    You can actually see coffee beans moving through the pipes and roasting machinery above you, which gives the place a unique energy and makes the coffee experience feel more authentic.

    Monica Echeverria

Signature experiences and brunch staples most celebrated by visitors

  • Coffee tasting and tour

    He gave me and my wife an amazing tour and coffee tasting experience! We've done a couple of coffee tours and tastings and this has to be the best one!

    Vsp

  • Waffles

    I had the waffles, and they were honestly the best waffles I've ever eaten.

    Rosie Bakes

  • Pork shoulder ragu ravioli

    My pork shoulder ragu raviolis tastes even better than what I expected.

    Tô Vũ Ngọc Mai

  • Pancake

    The pancake is a must-try here!

    Novy G

Beyond the menu

Distinctive hospitality touches and interactive roastery experiences at Eveleigh

  • Guided Sensory Coffee Cupping

    Expert coffee guides lead hands-on tours through the roastery, teaching guests how to differentiate chocolate, floral, and citrus flavor notes through aroma and cupping.

  • Overhead Pneumatic Roasting Setup

    Diners can observe raw beans travelling overhead through transparent pneumatic piping directly into operational roasters while seated in the dining hall.

  • Interactive Brewing Masterclasses

    The roastery experience includes demonstrations of precise water, coffee grind, and weight ratios to brew French press and single-origin beans.

  • Circulating Heritage Cake Cart

    A dedicated rolling cart laden with fresh desserts and pastries circulates through the historic locomotive workshop dining hall.

Before you head over

Practical advice on bookings, transport, and tasting experiences at The Grounds Coffee Factory

  • Book Ahead for Weekend Visits

    The venue gets remarkably busy during peak weekend brunches and lunch services. Reserve a table in advance to avoid waiting or facing strict walk-in table limits.

  • Consider Street Parking or Transit

    On-site building parking is often challenging and fills up fast. Opt for street parking nearby or arrive via the short walk from Redfern station and Metro.

  • Book the Guided Roastery Tasting Tour

    Pair your brunch with a staff-guided coffee tour and cupping tasting to learn about bean origins, roasting, and brewing methods across the facility.

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