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Percy Plunkett
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Percy Plunkett is a cosy cafe in a converted 1866 cottage in Penrith's Nepean village, with timber floors, a garden-side outdoor area and a relaxed pace. It is best for a breakfast or brunch stop with friendly service and fresh, flavourful plates. Brown Street Reserve is a four-minute walk away.
About Percy Plunkett
Food at Percy Plunkett
The menu covers breakfast, brunch and lunch, with cafe staples that have a few twists in flavour. Visitors name the pesto schnitzel, which comes with a green sauce, soft cheese and chips. The brekky burger and the Reuben sandwich also get mentions, and one diner recommends the four-cheese toastie with tomato soup. Plates look generous and colourful, with runny eggs on sourdough and crisp fries on the side. Vegetarian dishes are available.
What to order: Pesto schnitzel with chips · Brekky burger · Reuben sandwich
Coffee and drinks
Visitors praise the lattes, and one visitor calls them fantastic. An almond cappuccino also gets a mention from a brunch visitor. Cold-pressed juice is on the drinks list too.
The house behind the cafe
The building was known as Kentucky when it was built in 1866. Percy Plunkett and his family bought the property in 1928. The cafe is named after him and pays tribute to the house's history and the local area. Its cottage look and old timber floors are part of the appeal for many visitors.
Facilities at Percy Plunkett
What visitors say about Percy Plunkett
- 💬Friendly, attentive staff who greet guests and show them to their table
- 💬Fresh, flavourful dishes that match the menu descriptions
- 💬Easy parking and close access to the Nepean village car park
- 💬A kids' play area beside the outdoor tables, popular with families
Near Percy Plunkett
Visitor tips for Percy Plunkett
- ✓Trading ends by 2:30pm every day, so plan lunch before then.
- ✓Use the Book a Table option on the website to reserve through SevenRooms.
- ✓Order ahead online if you are short on time.
Getting to Percy Plunkett
146 Station Street, Penrith NSW 2750, in Nepean village. Visitors find parking easy, and the Nepean village car park is close by.
FAQ
Is Percy Plunkett open for breakfast?
Yes, it serves breakfast and lunch seven days a week.
Can I bring my dog?
Dogs are allowed at the outdoor tables.
Does the cafe have a kids' menu?
Yes, it has a kids' menu, and a play area sits next to the outdoor seating.
Can I book a table in advance?
Yes, the website's Book a Table option handles reservations through SevenRooms.