2042 Cafe - Newtown

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2042 Cafe

2042 Cafe
3.9 / 5 (1733 reviews)

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Cafe 2042 in Newtown has received mixed reviews from customers. Some have expressed disappointment in the quality of food and service following ownership changes, with complaints ranging from small portions to inconsistent meals. Others have praised the welcoming atmosphere, strong coffee, and delicious breakfast options, such as the lamb flatbread and eggs Benedict. The cafe seems to be hit or miss, but those who have had positive experiences plan on returning. If you're in the area, it may be worth stopping by for a meal and judge for yourself.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Foodtastic

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★ 3.9 / 5 from 1733 reviews
foodtastic-1
03.02.2024

Great food and staff!<br/ <br/ We had the Wagyu hash and Reuben sandwich. Both were delicious and the portion size was great as well. Definitely worth the visit.<br/

juilette
03.02.2024

Food was great. Unique flavours. Staff are kind and helpful. Food came out quick. Has toilets.I ordered the Lamb on Flat Bread and the Pork Belly Salad.

neena
03.02.2024

My favourite little place to study and grab a chai latte and brownie. I sit here for hours and I suppose the staff don't mind at all! The wifi is fast and staff are very friendly! The atmosphere is great airy and spacious. Sometimes there are a few pesky flies and small insects flying around though..<br/ <br/ I had the Grains and Seeds salad the other day with 2 slices of sourdough which was super delicious and a very generous serve (A great improvement from last year? Did they change management? ! It was a little oily (too much dressing? but still delicious. Would recommend for my vegan friends out there. Prices are reasonable (still expensive but I guess relative to all the other cafes at Newtown. <br/ <br/ I had the cauliflower dish as well as the porridge previously which I wasn't a fan of but maybe if this salad had been improved, the other dishes would be too? Keen to try them again next time!

lucy-feng-1
03.02.2024

Talk about delicious food and excellent service. I also got my $50 back because I used Liven App. The place is great! I won't mind eating here every week!! Makes me hungry just thinking about it

divya-talreja-ramnan-4
03.02.2024

We had lunch here. It has lots of seating area inside and outside. The place was quite busy being Sunday lunch time. Table service was fast. They actually have quite a good list of options for drinks from smoothies, fresh juices, hot drinks and wine. Being a hot day we went for a fresh juice which was a combination of orange, carrot and ginger.<br/ <br/ For mains I went for the seafood paella without the chorizo while my husband went for the mushroom paella. It took a while for it to come but to be fair they do mention it will take 20 mins. Both of them came in hot skillets. Mine had a combination of prawns, calamari, octopus and a lot of chicken. While the mushroom had lots of Swiss brown mushrooms and enoki mushrooms. My only issue was too much chicken. Both tasted really good and good portion sizes. The seafood paella cost 24$ and the mushroom cost 22$.<br/ <br/ The entire meal cost us 60$. Would definitely go back to try the breakfast menu which looked equally good.

FAQ

At 714, you'll find the stop Erskineville Station, from which you also have access to the municipal transportation.

You can use the WLAN of the restaurant at no extra cost.

You can also enjoy gluten-free meals at the restaurant.

The eatery also provides suitable seating for its smallest guests in the form of baby high chairs.

The restaurant is accessible and can therefore also be used with a wheelchair or physiological limitations.

You can also pay for your dishes with the common credit cards.

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