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The Local Press is a relaxed neighbourhood cafe in Lilyfield with indoor and outdoor seating and dogs welcome outside. It is best for a friendly breakfast or lunch, a good flat white and a burger or sandwich to follow. Callan Park is a 7-minute walk away.
About The Local Press
Food at The Local Press
The kitchen serves breakfast, brunch and lunch, with vegetarian dishes on the menu. Reviewers mention smashed avocado (a poached egg costs extra), a bacon and egg bun, chilli scrambled eggs and a takeaway chicken sandwich. The burger with chips is generous, and the kitchen tries new sandwiches before adding them to the menu.
What to order: Chicken sandwich · Smashed avocado · Oat flat white
Coffee and drinks
Reviewers praise the oat flat white and say the coffee is good, though one visitor was unhappy with theirs. Cold drinks such as a watermelon juice or slushy also get a mention, and hot chocolate comes with a marshmallow.
Greek night at The Local Press
One reviewer was told the cafe runs a Greek night once a month, with food and live music. Ask at the counter for the next date before planning a visit around it, since the schedule is not published here.
Facilities at The Local Press
What visitors say about The Local Press?Summarised from recent Google reviews.
- 💬Friendly, welcoming staff and a hands-on owner
- 💬Good coffee and tasty cafe food
- 💬Dog-friendly outdoor seating with a small playground next door
Near The Local Press
Visitor tips for The Local Press
- ✓Weekends can be busy and one weekend visitor found the room hectic, so weekdays are calmer.
- ✓Bring the dog: outdoor tables allow dogs and a small playground sits next to the cafe.
- ✓For a longer outing, walk to Callan Park in about 7 minutes.
Getting to The Local Press
Unit 19, 331 Balmain Road, Lilyfield NSW 2040, in the Lilyfield village.
FAQ
Is The Local Press dog-friendly?
Yes, dogs are welcome at the outdoor tables.
Does The Local Press have outdoor seating?
Yes, it has tables inside and outside.
Is there a playground near The Local Press?
A reviewer says a small playground sits next to the cafe.