Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Cockatoo Island

"The Museum of Contemporary Art Australia celebrates the work of living artists, bringing exceptional exhibitions of international and Australian art to as many people as possible – welcoming over a million visitors each year – in the belief that art is for everyone. Find creative opportunities for families to discover contemporary art and participate in fun and playful learning experiences together. They offer a range of free and ticketed programs for families with kids aged 0–12 years."

"Affectionately known as the MCA, Sydney's Museum of Contemporary Art is one of our absolute favourite places to go - it is just so family-friendly!. While we love their ever-changing schedule of fantastic exhibitions, they also run family tours and kid's activities to introduce mini creatives to art. We recommend Art Safari or Art Baby for a perfect family day at the museum and the Bella Family program for families with special needs."

"Housed in a grand sandstone Art Deco building, the Museum of Contemporary Art building itself is a masterpiece, leading to the astounding works of art inside. More than 4000 Australian works of art can be found here, alongside regularly changing exhibitions which showcase both Australian and international artists. Its size, scale and calibre of artworks makes it the premier modern art gallery in Sydney."

"A firm Sydney lunch favourite since opening, The Grounds of Alexandria has gone from strength to strength. This destination restaurant and café has a paddock-to-plate approach, and will have you munching down on the likes of buttermilk pancakes, Turkish-style eggs and toasted crumpets, or tempting you with the hearty Brekkie Burger served with a side of polenta chips. There is also a bakery churning out all kinds of delicious breads, muffins, cakes and tarts."

"Three Blue Ducks Bronte is offering its full breakfast, lunch and dinner menus for takeaway 7 days a week, Saturday and Sunday 7 am-7 pm, Monday to Friday 7 am-3 pm (coffee from 6:30 am). They have also launched new ‘Weekend Feast’ boxes for $75, serving two, which are prepped and ready for pick up from the Bronte cafe to finish at home."

"Born from a mutual love of ethical food and no-frills cooking, Three Blue Ducks is a Bronte staple started by three mates who have expanded their popular menus to Byron Bay and Queensland. With every meal made with ethically sourced ingredients, sustainability never tasted so good..."

"See and be seen at Luxe Woollahra on Queen Street, where Sydneysiders gather for decadent food and velvety coffee. Located within the salmon pink surrounds of historic Queens Court, Luxe oozes a sophi..."

"This popular neighbourhood bakery with shops in Greystanes and Moorebank is much-loved for their Lebanese feeds and great coffee. 📍 Cedary bakehouse, Shop 4/81 Hibiscus St, Greystanes NSW 2145 📍 Cedary bakehouse, Moorebank Shopping Village, Shop 17/42 Stockton Ave, Moorebank NSW 2170"

"A buzzy little place on the Northern Beaches, Rainbow Sushi has a warm, friendly vibe and the food keeps locals loyal. The menu is curated with classics and has a wide range of vegetable, meats and seafood. It’s a popular spot for lunch and dinner so be sure to arrive early to secure your seat at the train."

"With a menu dreamed up by Mitsuhiro Yashio, Yachiyo’s delectable Japanese offering is a pleasure to explore. Using incomparably fresh produce, the sashimi and sushi roll selection is worth lingering over, while the popcorn cauliflower with chilli sesame dressing and wagyu tataki are utterly moreish. Yakitori and hot-pots are available for a more substantial meal, and the ‘I love you very Mochi’ dessert is a sweet as it sounds."

"If you’re looking for a go-to Sushi place, look no further because Sushi Yachiyo is exactly what you’ve dreamed of. Delicious food, creative serving styles and ambient atmosphere, all you need to bring is company!. Try some of their Yachiyo Special Sushi such as the Blue Swimmer Crab Roll, Wagyu Wrap or Edamame Oshi Sushi."

"If you want fine dining with an edge, Nomad is your go-to Sydney restaurant. Local seasonal produce and traditional culinary skills make up the menu. Add to that an all-Australian wine list and an open plan kitchen, and you’ve got an effortlessly chic dining experience in the heart of Surry Hills."

"Book well in advance for Nomad, 4Fourteen and Firedoor. Otherwise you can enjoy a casual pub meal at Trinity Bar or the Clock Hotel on Crown Street."

"The newest kid on the block, Gram Cafe & Pancakes opened its first Australian store in February of last year, after its sky-high soufflé pancakes earned a cult following across Asia and the US. To make sure each pancake is as light and fluffy as its Osaka counterparts (where the OG store is located), the Sydney chefs have been trained by the big boss from Japan. They’re whipping up a batter heavy with egg whites, steaming it under metal domes and then cooking it until its golden on the outside and white and fluffy on the inside."

"You can pick from several different flavours right from chocolate, pear, nutella hazelnut, strawberry, mandarin and matcha at this crowd favourite spot. 📍GRAM Café & Pancakes, Level 3, Chatswood Station, 67/436 Victoria Ave, Chatswood NSW 2067"