Best brunch cafes in North Narrabeen
Last updatedThe Old Civic is the brunch pick in North Narrabeen, with the shakshuka and long weekend hours that start at 4:45am. DeāAssis Narrabeen on Lake Park Road suits a slower late-morning brunch with hot cakes. Krusty's Bakery on Pittwater Road is the early, simple option for a weekend bite.
Quick picks in North Narrabeen
- Best for a weekend brunch with kids: The Old Civic, which is open from 4:45am on Saturdays and Sundays.
- Best for a lazy Sunday brunch: DeāAssis Narrabeen, which opens at 7am on Sundays and closes at 3pm.
- Best for an early weekend bite: Krusty's Bakery, open from 6am on Saturdays and Sundays.
Best brunch cafes in North Narrabeen, ranked
#1The Old Civic for brunch with the kids
$$š Dogs outsideOutdoor seatingš³ Narroy Park, 6 min walkStart with the shakshuka at The Old Civic, which one diner names alongside the steak sandwich. The menu carries breakfast, brunch and lunch, so a family can order from the same page. Weekend trading starts at 4:45am and closes at 2:30pm on both Saturday and Sunday, which makes the early morning the right time to go. Narroy Park is a six-minute walk away, which fits a stroll after eggs.
#2DeāAssis Narrabeen for a long weekend brunch
$$š Dogs outsideOutdoor seatingš³ Lakeside Park, 2 min walkOrder the avocado on toast or the Brazilian cheese bread at DeāAssis Narrabeen, then save room for the hot cakes if something sweet is wanted. Weekend service starts at 7am and runs until 3pm, and the outside tables overlook the lagoon. Lakeside Park is two minutes away, so a swim before brunch takes little planning. Pastries are baked fresh, and the menu changes with the seasons.
#3Krusty's Bakery for an early weekend bite
$Outdoor seatingš³ Narroy Park, 6 min walkKrusty's Bakery opens at 6am on Saturdays and Sundays and closes at 5pm, the longest weekend window of the three. Breakfast is on the menu, and the coffee is called great by customers in reviews from 2024 and 2026. The chicken mornay pie suits a quick morning, and the friendly owner behind the counter is singled out. Seating sits outside under an umbrella, and Narroy Park is about six minutes' walk away.
Compare best brunch cafes in North Narrabeen
Brunch, weekend trading and price for each cafe are laid out in the table below.
| Cafe | Price | Brunch | Outdoor | Dogs | Weekends | Nearest park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Civic | $$ | ā | ā | Outside | ā | Narroy Park, 6 min |
| DeāAssis Narrabeen | $$ | ā | ā | Outside | ā | Lakeside Park, 2 min |
| Krusty's Bakery | $ | ā | ā | ā | ā | Narroy Park, 6 min |
How we picked best brunch cafes in North Narrabeen
Brunch decides the order here. Each cafe must offer breakfast or brunch and trade on weekends, then the weekend hours and the dishes named in the notes settle the rank. The food and coffee notes from each cafe's own page come into the picture too, and a cafe's standing has to hold up across many customers, so one strong note does not carry a place on its own.
Best brunch cafes in North Narrabeen: FAQ
Which North Narrabeen cafes trade on a Sunday morning?
Every cafe in North Narrabeen on this page trades on Sundays. The Old Civic is open from 4:45am, DeāAssis Narrabeen from 7am and Krusty's Bakery from 6am.
Which cafe here is open latest at the weekend?
Krusty's Bakery keeps its doors open until 5pm on weekends, while The Old Civic closes at 2:30pm and DeāAssis Narrabeen at 3pm.
What should I order for brunch in North Narrabeen?
The shakshuka at The Old Civic and the hot cakes at DeāAssis Narrabeen are the two brunch dishes the notes name.