NearMeBest brunch cafes in Watsons Bay
Last updatedWatsons Bay Milk Bar is the first stop for brunch, with a menu that runs from early breakfast into lunch. Baithouse and Camp Cove Kiosk suit a different kind of morning. The table lists weekend hours, price and dog access for each.
Quick picks in Watsons Bay
- Best for eggs before a walk: Watsons Bay Milk Bar, with the scrambled eggs and a kids' menu.
- Best for a long weekend brunch: Baithouse, with a menu that changes weekly and a shaded garden.
- Best for a juice with a sea breeze: Camp Cove Kiosk, open from 7am on Sundays.
Best brunch cafes in Watsons Bay, ranked
#1Watsons Bay Milk Bar for eggs and toast before a walk
$🐕 Dogs outsideOutdoor seating🌳 The Gap, 3 min walkWatsons Bay Milk Bar serves brunch from 7am on weekends, and the scrambled eggs with bacon and toast are the dish to order. The menu covers vegetarian eaters and younger diners, so one table can share the order. The same counter sells baked goods to take away. Dogs can sit at the outside tables, and The Gap is three minutes away for a walk after you eat.
#2Camp Cove Kiosk for a light brunch with a juice
$🐕 Dogs outsideOutdoor seating🌳 Camp Cove Reserve, 2 min walkCamp Cove Kiosk is the lightest brunch on this list. Freshly squeezed orange juice, croissants and pain au chocolat are the usual order, and watermelon ice blocks finish it off. Sunday hours run from 7am to 7pm, and Saturdays open at 7:30am. Camp Cove Reserve is a two-minute walk, and the terrace has step-free access.
#3Baithouse for a long brunch with bagels and cake
$$Outdoor seating🌳 The Gap, 4 min walkBaithouse is the most substantial brunch here. The smoked salmon bagel is the signature order, with bruschetta alongside. Cakes from the cabinet make a good second course. Weekend hours run from 9am to 5pm, and the coffee has a good balance. The Gap is a four-minute walk from the front door.
Compare best brunch cafes in Watsons Bay
Weekend trading and the menu are the main differences in this comparison, shown below.
| Cafe | Price | Brunch | Outdoor | Dogs | Weekends | Nearest park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watsons Bay Milk Bar | $ | ✓ | ✓ | Outside | ✓ | The Gap, 3 min |
| Camp Cove Kiosk | $ | ✓ | ✓ | Outside | ✓ | Camp Cove Reserve, 2 min |
| Baithouse | $$ | ✓ | ✓ | – | ✓ | The Gap, 4 min |
How we picked best brunch cafes in Watsons Bay
Each cafe was ordered by its customer score, weighted by how many people had scored it. For this page, brunch on the menu, weekend hours, dog access and outdoor seating decided the list. The food notes from each cafe's listing settled the close calls.
Best brunch cafes in Watsons Bay: FAQ
Which Watsons Bay cafe serves brunch on a Sunday?
Watsons Bay Milk Bar, Camp Cove Kiosk and Baithouse all open on Sundays. The milk bar and the kiosk start at 7am, and Baithouse starts at 9am.
What should I order for brunch in Watsons Bay?
The scrambled eggs at Watsons Bay Milk Bar and the smoked salmon bagel at Baithouse are the two most-named dishes. Camp Cove Kiosk is the pick for pastries and juice.
What time does Baithouse open on a Thursday?
Baithouse opens at 8am on weekdays other than Wednesday, and at 9am on Sundays. Its listed hours close at 4pm on most weekdays.