Sassafras of Paddington

Set on Latrobe Terrace, Sassafras delivers inventive morning plates in a breezy backyard garden where you can easily lose track of an hour. Locals swear by the crispy chilli corn fritters and savory smoked mushrooms, though the ricotta hotcakes—caramelized at the edges and impossibly tender—remain the real open secret. The kitchen routinely stretches beyond standard cafe territory with breakfast chicken salad and a hearty Sassy Reuben sando. Even four-legged guests get looked after out back with bowls and dehydrated treats from a dedicated Furry Friends menu. Pull up a chair under the greenery with a strong vanilla latte or a pistachio cream affogato.