Café in Bondi Road
A fully vegetarian and vegan neighbourhood cafe on the local end of Bondi Road, best known for its plant-based schnitzel sandwiches and reliably good coffee.
A fully meat-free cafe where plant-based diners can order anything, headlined by vegan schnitzel sandwiches and good coffee, in a quiet local pocket of Bondi Road.
Our pick here is the vegan or vegetarian schnitzel sandwich (choose your bread or a wrap); the avocado and tomato sourdough and the banana bread are the other regulars, and don't skip a coffee with your choice of plant milk.
Low-key, friendly neighbourhood cafe with a handful of outdoor seats.
Local tip: It's dog-friendly and usually has treats and a water bowl going, so it's an easy stop if you're walking the dog down Bondi Road rather than heading to the sand.
Worth knowing: You're a solid walk uphill from the beach and there are no ocean views — this is a functional local cafe, not a scenic beachfront one.
Hours, prices and menus change — always check the venue’s own site before you go. Spotted something out of date? We keep this directory current; details reflect our last check.
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