NearMeCafe Kentaro
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Cafe Kentaro is a bright, busy Japanese fusion cafe on Bourke Street in Surry Hills, known for brunch dishes and matcha. Reviewers describe a lively room with big front windows and warm staff, so it suits a relaxed brunch or a coffee before lunch. Edgely Street Reserve is a one-minute walk away.
About Cafe Kentaro
Food at Cafe Kentaro
Breakfast, brunch and lunch are served, and the Japanese fusion menu runs all day. Reviewers name the mentaiko omurice, the katsu sando, the wagyu bibimbap and the carbonara udon. Matcha souffle pancakes and the daily muffin come up in reviews too. Dishes arrive quickly, and one reviewer found the portions generous while another felt a serve could have been bigger. Shrimp pasta was described as oily by one reviewer.
What to order: Katsu sando · Coffee
Coffee and drinks
Reviewers say the coffee is excellent, and that the large coffees are good value for the price. A hojicha shake was a standout for one reviewer's son.
All-day Japanese fusion at Cafe Kentaro
The menu mixes Japanese and brunch cooking. Reviewers mention carbonara udon and matcha souffle pancakes ordered at any time of the day, and the website describes the all-day menu as Japanese fusion from the chef. Brunch items sit alongside the rest of the menu, so there is no need to choose between a savoury dish and a sweet one.
Facilities at Cafe Kentaro
What visitors say about Cafe Kentaro?Summarised from recent Google reviews.
- 💬Reviewers say the food is good, especially the Japanese fusion dishes and the coffee.
- 💬Reviewers say the staff are warm, friendly and attentive.
- 💬Reviewers describe the room as lively and busy, with space between tables.
Near Cafe Kentaro
Visitor tips for Cafe Kentaro
- ✓Arrive early for brunch, because reviewers describe the room as packed.
- ✓The window seats and the bench seats look onto the big street trees, which one reviewer liked.
- ✓Ask staff for a recommendation, since reviewers say they have good suggestions.
Getting to Cafe Kentaro
616 Bourke Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010. The cafe has step-free access and parking is listed nearby. Edgely Street Reserve is a one-minute walk away and Wimbo Park is two minutes on foot.
FAQ
Does Cafe Kentaro take bookings?
Reservations can be made online through the website. Walk-ins are also welcome, though the cafe can be full at brunch.
Is there a kids menu at Cafe Kentaro?
No kids menu is listed, but the cafe is good for children.
Can I order Cafe Kentaro food for pickup?
Pickup orders can be placed by text message or online, and Uber Eats and DoorDash also deliver.