NearMeCafe Once Upon a Time
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Cafe Once Upon a Time is a quirky, cosy breakfast and lunch cafe on Denman Parade in Normanhurst, filled with antique coffee grinders and old treadle sewing machine tables. Reviewers praise the big portions, the coffee and the friendly staff. Davidson Park is a 2-minute walk away.
About Cafe Once Upon a Time
Food at Cafe Once Upon a Time
The cafe serves breakfast, brunch and lunch with a kids' menu. Reviewers mention huge portions, eggs Benedict, gourmet breakfasts and well-baked pastries. Smashed avocado on toast comes topped with cherry tomatoes, feta, basil and balsamic glaze, and the plates are well presented. Smoothies are also popular.
What to order: Eggs Benedict · Smashed avocado on toast · Strawberry iced matcha latte
Coffee and drinks
Reviewers rate the flat white and the coffee generally as excellent. The strawberry iced matcha latte is a drink visitors single out, and smoothies get praise too.
The antique decor at Cafe Once Upon a Time
Shelves hold a large collection of antique coffee grinders, stovetop brewers and other cafe memorabilia. Some tables are old treadle sewing machines, a few with glass tops, and the chairs are rustic and upholstered. Seating is inside and in a rear courtyard.
Facilities at Cafe Once Upon a Time
What visitors say about Cafe Once Upon a Time?Summarised from recent Google reviews.
- 💬Reviewers praise friendly, welcoming staff and regulars who visit almost daily
- 💬Large portions and well-presented breakfasts
- 💬Good coffee and a cosy, antique-filled room
Near Cafe Once Upon a Time
Visitor tips for Cafe Once Upon a Time
- ✓Seating includes a rear courtyard if the inside is full.
- ✓The cafe opens at 6am on weekdays, early for a coffee before work.
- ✓Davidson Park is a short walk away for the kids afterwards.
Getting to Cafe Once Upon a Time
46 Denman Parade, Normanhurst NSW 2076. One reviewer places it across the road from Normanhurst station. Parking is available.
FAQ
What time does Cafe Once Upon a Time open?
It opens at 6am Monday to Friday and 7am on weekends, and closes at 2:30pm every day.
Does Cafe Once Upon a Time have outdoor seating?
Yes, there are tables outside, and dogs are allowed at the outdoor tables.
Is Cafe Once Upon a Time good for kids?
It has a kids' menu and suits children. Davidson Park is about 2 minutes' walk away.