Guidebook for the house
Food Scene
The Copper Mill
338-356 Mitchell RdCoffee, Muffins and Brunch :)
West Juliett
30 Llewellyn StA brunch fave, especially the granola :P
Two Chaps
122 Chapel StOne of the best brunches around, but be prepared to queue
Laid back Maltese bakery that specialises in pastizzi – traditional diamond-shaped pastries filled with ricotta. They also do some mean pasta dishes for a really reasonable price
48 locals recommend
Pastizzi Cafe
109 King StreetLaid back Maltese bakery that specialises in pastizzi – traditional diamond-shaped pastries filled with ricotta. They also do some mean pasta dishes for a really reasonable price
Want a burger and to listen to some loud rock at the same time? If so, then Mary's is just for you
157 locals recommend
Mary's
6 Mary StWant a burger and to listen to some loud rock at the same time? If so, then Mary's is just for you
Mama Rosy's
496 King StLove the pizza though it can be a bit pricey!
Maggie's Thai
75 Erskineville RdIf you're veggie, or just interested in Veggie food, then definitely go here!
66 locals recommend
Yulli's
417 Crown StIf you're veggie, or just interested in Veggie food, then definitely go here!
Gigi's Pizzeria
379 King StLegendary place that serves vegan pizza
A not-for-profit vegan and vegetarian restaurants, where guests contribute what they feel their meal and experience is worth
60 locals recommend
Lentil As Anything
391 King StA not-for-profit vegan and vegetarian restaurants, where guests contribute what they feel their meal and experience is worth
Rosso Antico Pizza Bar
52-60 Enmore RdThe best pizza!
Shenkin Newtown Espresso Bar
239A King StGreat coffee
Flour Drum
531 King StGreat spot for coffee and cake
Drinks & Nightlife
Good food, drinks and atmosphere. This place is buzzing most nights and they do some great pub food - Chicken schnitty anyone?
53 locals recommend
Rose of Australia
1 Swanson StGood food, drinks and atmosphere. This place is buzzing most nights and they do some great pub food - Chicken schnitty anyone?
The Erko Hotel
102 Erskineville RoadCool little pub with a laid back vibe
Such a great little place for a drink and to hang out. They have music and comedy on some nights too
77 locals recommend
The Hive Bar
93 Erskineville RdSuch a great little place for a drink and to hang out. They have music and comedy on some nights too
Websters Bar
323 King StIf you want a dance, but not for the faint hearted!
Gurdys
349 King StLovely place for a glass of wine or cocktail :)
Disguised as a butchers, you could easily walk past this bar but don't , it's a super cool place for a drink. Mine's a gin
118 locals recommend
Earl's Juke Joint
407 King StDisguised as a butchers, you could easily walk past this bar but don't , it's a super cool place for a drink. Mine's a gin
Sightseeing
Sydney Opera House
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Wendy Whiteley's Secret Garden
Lavender StreetManly
Take the Ferry to Manly from Circular Quay
Take a Ferry to Watson Bay from Circular Quay. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings and delicious seafood
332 locals recommend
Watsons Bay
Take a Ferry to Watson Bay from Circular Quay. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings and delicious seafood
See Australia's exotic wildlife in it's natural habitat. Feed Kangaroos, see Koalas and watch a crocodile at feeding time.
59 locals recommend
Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park
217 Kildare RdSee Australia's exotic wildlife in it's natural habitat. Feed Kangaroos, see Koalas and watch a crocodile at feeding time.
Parks & Nature
Shelly Beach
Balmoral Beach
Coogee Beach
Bondi Beach
Do the Bondi to Coogee walk
Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Mrs Macquaries RoadTake a picnic down near the water, it's beautiful
Essentials
Woolworths Erskineville (Metro)
21-23 Erskineville RdClosest supermarket to our apartment
If you have a car you can always drive to Marrickville to do a big shop. It has a Woolworths, Aldi and Kmart
142 locals recommend
Marrickville Metro Shopping Centre
20 Smidmore StIf you have a car you can always drive to Marrickville to do a big shop. It has a Woolworths, Aldi and Kmart
Getting Around
Erskineville Station
Sometimes you may find it easy to get a train here and walk, it's only an extra 5 minutes from Erskineville Train Station
34 locals recommend
Macdonaldtown Station
Sometimes you may find it easy to get a train here and walk, it's only an extra 5 minutes from Erskineville Train Station
Newtown Station
330 King StOne of the closest train stations to the house, with lift access.
St Peters station
Also close to the house but doesn't have lift access
Shopping
Broadway Sydney
1 Bay StHas a range of retail shops, eateries and grocery stores
Westfield
Market StreetThis is the main shopping area in Sydney City Centre
Marrickville Metro Shopping Centre
20 Smidmore St