The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe

4.2

2757 Reviews

$40 and under

Café

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2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 139 times today

Great for brunch
Lively
Charming

The Cafe food and drinks menu is bursting with fresh flavour, made with the finest quality ingredients and created with The Grounds own grown and locally sourced produce. The Cafe at The Grounds has team of chefs who constantly push the boundaries and reinvents the classics in order to deliver you perfect flavour combinations that will make you want to come back time and time again.

NOTE: At The Cafe, to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to dine in, we operate on a walk-in only basis for smaller tables during peak hours. If no tables are available on arrival, we will add you to an electronic waiting list and text you when your table is ready, leaving you free to explore the rest of The Grounds. Rest assured, all groups on the wait list will be able to dine-in on the day.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Café, Breakfast
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:45 am Sat, Sun 7:30 am–11:45 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:45 am–3:30 pm Sat, Sun 11:45 am–4:00 pm
Phone number
(02) 9699 2225
Website
http://thegrounds.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Paul McGrath
Catering
From client meetings to personal celebrations, our pick-up & drop-off catering menu offers a selection of sweet and savoury options that can be combined to achieve the perfect offering for your occasion. Order online <a href="https://thegroundscatering.com.au/">here</a>.

Location
7a/2 Huntley St, Alexandria, AU-NSW 2015
Neighborhood
Alexandria
Parking details
To park at The Grounds, please enter via 2 Huntley Street and speak with one of our friendly Grounds Rangers who are on hand to help you find the closest available space. Alternatively, street parking is available.
Public transit
Download the Trip View App from the iTunes store for live information about public transport services and to locate your stop and appropriate transport to The Grounds. The closest train station is Green Square, once there follow the signs to exit at Bourke Rd. Follow Bourke Rd down for approx 1km and The Grounds is on your right.
Additional
Cafe, Dog Friendly, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

Yoghurt ParfaitA$16.00
Mango, banana, chia, coconut
Freshly Baked Folded PastryA$15.00
Berries, vanilla custard
Overnight OatsA$19.00
Green apple, nectarine, raspberry, golden raisins, almonds, vanilla yoghurt
Housemade Toasted GranolaA$19.00
Greek yoghurt, honey, banana, berries
Hot Smoked Salmon Crumpet (1)A$14.00
Cream cheese, chives
The Grounds Bakery Raisin ToastA$12.00
Raspberry, jam, butter

Free Range Eggs

Chickpea, Corn & Feta FrittersA$24.00
Hummus, roasted cauliflower, poached eggs, pomegranate
Housemade Potato RostiA$25.00
Whipped ricotta, hot smoked salmon, poached eggs, herbed hollandaise
The Cafe BreakfastA$26.00
Cumberland sausage, fried potato, onion & mushroom hash, roasted tomato, poached eggs, hollandaise
Chilli Braised ChickpeasA$25.00
Tomatoes, sujuk, poached eggs, labneh, dill, toast
Open OmeletteA$28.00
Hot smoked salmon, cream cheese, dill, capers
Steak 'n' Eggs on Toasted CiabattaA$32.00
Chimichurri, potato gems, bearnaise

The Classics

Brekkie BurgerA$24.00
Fred egg, bacon, tomato relish, pork sausage, three cheeses, bbq sauce, polenta chips
Avo On ToastA$23.00
Poached egg, heirloom tomatoes, stracciatella, feta, lemon oil, chilli, dukkah
Grilled 3 Cheese, Mortadella & Tomato FocacciaA$26.00
Fried egg, pickles
Chilli Beef, Cheese & Jalapeño ToastieA$25.00
Fried egg, pickles
Caramelised French ToastA$24.00
Fresh stone fruit, raspberries, vanilla mascarpone
3 Stack Buttermilk PancakesA$24.00
Mango, berries, vanilla, maple syrup
Continental BreakfastA$28.00
Egg soldiers, fruit salad, passionfruit yoghurt pot, mini danish pastry with custard
Big BrekkieA$33.00
Huevos rancheros poached eggs, chicken chorizo, turkey bacon, avocado, chilli, halloumi, hollandise, coriander, crisp chips

Sides

HalloumiA$6.00
Honey, sesame
Cherry Tomatoes, Feta & BasilA$6.00
Chilli Baked BeansA$6.00
Hash BrownsA$5.00
Chilli mayo
Fried Polenta ChipsA$7.00
Jalapeño mayo
1/2 AvocadoA$4.00
Lemon oil, mint
Poached EggA$3.00
Sautèed SpinachA$6.00
Pine nuts, parmesan
BaconA$6.00

Kids Menu

Mango & BlueberriesA$14.00
Vanilla Yoghurt
Mini Rainbow PancakesA$14.00
Berries & maple syrup
Scrambled EggsA$14.00
Toast
Avocado & Cream CheeseA$14.00
Toast
OmeletteA$14.00
Mushrooms & Cheese
Kids Brekkie BurgerA$14.00
Bacon, scrambled egg & a hash brown
Sausage & Fried EggA$14.00
Beans & toast

What 2,757 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.2Service
4.3Ambience
4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Sydney
Great for brunch
Sydney
Most Booked
Inner South
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe offers a vibrant atmosphere and "beautiful decor," making it a perfect spot for celebrations. Guests appreciate the "delicious food" and "attentive staff." The cafe features unique seasonal themes, enhancing the overall experience. Although it can get busy, it's "worth a visit" for its unique charm and "great coffee."

2,757 Reviews

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Jihye
Sydney
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
The atmosphere there was very nice, but even though we had a reservation, we had to wait a long time to be seated and there were too many people to fully enjoy the place.
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Danniele
Sydney
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Whilst it was nice, I have to say the menu was over priced and we had to send back some of our food. The service was great though
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Hanzel
Sydney
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Thank you for another great breakfast at the Grounds. We always recommend this place to our friends and family.
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Sanda
Sydney
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Breakfast menu is amazing. Lovely friendly staff and very quick service!
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Melissa
Sydney
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great service, great food. We didn't have to wait very long to be seated which was good. Was a bit hot but it was an extremely hot day.
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Charlotte
Sydney
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Despite having a reservation and confirming it via OpenTable, we were held in a queue for over half an hour in 35 degrees heat, along with many others who also held reservations. Apparently they overbook and take walk ins so all patrons were standing outside in the burning sun, without water. When finally seated, we were ignored and not offered water for over 10 minutes. There was no air conditioning. Some of the menu options had run out. The actual Christmas attraction itself was heaving with people in narrow walkways and was much smaller than expected. It was overcrowded and unenjoyable. A pitiful experience. Save your money and your expectations and go somewhere else. We won’t be returning to this money trap.
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Aaron
Sydney
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Ordered wrong cakes, charged more, fogot to bring ordered food, service attitude ... Food quality and coffee are great, it's just service quality is very low.
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Kristi
Hawaii
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Very long wait for food, and food was cold when it arrived
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Alannah
Victoria
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Pretty disappointed with the Grounds Cafe. I booked a month in advance and we were sat in an area right next to the toilets - maybe I should’ve just tried to ‘walk in’ and we mightive gotten a better table location?? For such a large complex, I was shocked to see that there were only two cubicles in the female toilet, no toilet paper, no soap, general mess. Aesthetics over cleanliness. Too many people, food took too long to come out. The venue is stunning and I loved the walk-through display, but maybe people should be managed (ie: max amount of people in at once), so it doesn’t feel so much like you’re being herded through. I also didn’t think it was very well signposted, as we had to walk through the whole venue to find the cafe - located right at the back. I did enjoy the coffee tasting set though. Maybe the experience would be better with less people, but it was kind of a lot.
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Ashlee
Sydney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff was great really nice , food was good and nice coffee.
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FAQs

The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (02) 9699 2225.

The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe is rated 4.2 stars by 2757 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 139 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe

7a/2 Huntley St, Alexandria, AU-NSW 2015

Additional information

Neighborhood
Alexandria
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:45 am Sat, Sun 7:30 am–11:45 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:45 am–3:30 pm Sat, Sun 11:45 am–4:00 pm
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Café, Breakfast
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
To park at The Grounds, please enter via 2 Huntley Street and speak with one of our friendly Grounds Rangers who are on hand to help you find the closest available space. Alternatively, street parking is available.
Public transit
Download the Trip View App from the iTunes store for live information about public transport services and to locate your stop and appropriate transport to The Grounds. The closest train station is Green Square, once there follow the signs to exit at Bourke Rd. Follow Bourke Rd down for approx 1km and The Grounds is on your right.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Paul McGrath
Additional
Cafe, Dog Friendly, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://thegrounds.com.au/
Phone number
(02) 9699 2225
Catering
From client meetings to personal celebrations, our pick-up & drop-off catering menu offers a selection of sweet and savoury options that can be combined to achieve the perfect offering for your occasion. Order online <a href="https://thegroundscatering.com.au/">here</a>.

The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Quick & Easy

Yoghurt ParfaitA$16.00

Freshly Baked Folded PastryA$15.00

Overnight OatsA$19.00

Housemade Toasted GranolaA$19.00

Hot Smoked Salmon Crumpet (1)A$14.00

The Grounds Bakery Raisin ToastA$12.00

Free Range Eggs

Chickpea, Corn & Feta FrittersA$24.00

Housemade Potato RostiA$25.00

The Cafe BreakfastA$26.00

Chilli Braised ChickpeasA$25.00

Open OmeletteA$28.00

Steak 'n' Eggs on Toasted CiabattaA$32.00

The Classics

Brekkie BurgerA$24.00

Avo On ToastA$23.00

Grilled 3 Cheese, Mortadella & Tomato FocacciaA$26.00

Chilli Beef, Cheese & Jalapeño ToastieA$25.00

Caramelised French ToastA$24.00

3 Stack Buttermilk PancakesA$24.00

Continental BreakfastA$28.00

Big BrekkieA$33.00

Sides

HalloumiA$6.00

Cherry Tomatoes, Feta & BasilA$6.00

Chilli Baked BeansA$6.00

Hash BrownsA$5.00

Fried Polenta ChipsA$7.00

1/2 AvocadoA$4.00

Poached EggA$3.00

Sautèed SpinachA$6.00

BaconA$6.00

Kids Menu

Mango & BlueberriesA$14.00

Mini Rainbow PancakesA$14.00

Scrambled EggsA$14.00

Avocado & Cream CheeseA$14.00

OmeletteA$14.00

Kids Brekkie BurgerA$14.00

Sausage & Fried EggA$14.00

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