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Band posters and kooky art fill the walls of this excellent post-grunge cafe. The vibe is chilled and the food is a crowd-pleasing mix of cooked breakfasts, fancy sandwiches, salads and burgers. The tables on the street fill up quickly.


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1. Brett Whiteley Studio

0.08 MILES

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2. Surry Hills Library

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3. Moore Park

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4. Rainbow Crossing

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5. Central Station

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6. Taylor Square

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7. Victoria Barracks

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8. Mortuary Station

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