BRUNCH
Located in an industrial basement, Three Williams Cafe is one of Sydney's most bustling brunch spots, with clusters of patient diners dotting the street outside, waiting for a table. Don't be put off - put your name on the list, grab yourself a coffee and trust that your patience will be rewarded. Not only is every dish an Instagrammer's dream, but the food is every bit as delicious as it looks. A word of warning: Try to restrain yourself when ordering. The portions are generous and though the sides seem too good to pass up, you will only be plagued by regret when you send half your meal back to the kitchen having finally admitted defeat.
BREAKFAST
Surry Hills' Bourke Street Bakery has been an institution for more than 15 years now, regularly drawing queues that spill out of the bijoux store and out on to the street. Demand for the bakery's signature pastries has seen it expand to locations across the city - but Surry Hills remains the OG and is a must-visit for anyone staying in the city-fringe suburb. Their sausage rolls - perfectly flaky and peppered with fennel - are the stuff of legend, while those with a sweet tooth won't want to miss out on their daily selection of pastries, priced at an incredibly reasonable $1.90. Get in early for the best selection but fear not, they continue to bake throughout the day so you will always have options.
