Newtown
Crowded and bustling, Newtown has all the energy and diversity you'd expect of a university neighbourhood. Look beyond the clutter on King Street to find high quality gems, including those devoted to organics and sustainable living. Lots of good bookshops within strolling distance, too.
Madame Fling Flong
A glamorous little nook above the main drag with over the top sexy red décor, staff who make you feel they are focused on your enjoyment, and smooth cocktails ... more
Oscillate Wildly
A rare little place: a great degustaton menu from young star chef Daniel Puskas, a great location and a no-fuss atmosphere makes for a memorable meal ... more
Macro Café
There's no design appeal in the chain-store look, but the good organic café food and the shiny, happy, healthy, friendly vibe more than makes up for it ... more
Campos
The only place to drink coffee in Newtown, indeed Sydney some argue, if you're fussy about your java. The hard-core caffeine aficionado customers leave happy ... more
Braintree Hemp
Nothing to remind you of oatmeal here. These are casual, comfortable environmentally sustainable clothes, useful wardrobe basics, that look good ... more