Guidebook for Bondi Beach
Food Scene
Drake Eatery
Gould StreetSuperb, fresh food and coffee to die for. A good dinner date option.
Pick up organic produce at the Bondi Food Markets every Saturday morning. A 5 minute walk away from The Bondi Bardot. Enjoy live music and coffee on the grass at Bondi Public school. Don't miss the corn fritters stand.
391 locals recommend
Bondi Markets
Campbell ParadePick up organic produce at the Bondi Food Markets every Saturday morning. A 5 minute walk away from The Bondi Bardot. Enjoy live music and coffee on the grass at Bondi Public school. Don't miss the corn fritters stand.
Early birds who like a 6am caffeine fix can head to Gustos. Locals like to sit at the stools and natter with the Italian on the machine. There's a reason why there is often a line out the door - their coffee is incredible.
50 locals recommend
Gusto
16 Hall StEarly birds who like a 6am caffeine fix can head to Gustos. Locals like to sit at the stools and natter with the Italian on the machine. There's a reason why there is often a line out the door - their coffee is incredible.
One of my fave gems of Bondi; a book lovers delight. Floor to ceiling shelves groan with books to buy; both new and second hand on offer. Slip into one of the coveted red velvet chairs and get yourself a pot of chai. Very unique experience. Great muffins too!
202 locals recommend
Gertrude & Alice Cafe Bookstore
46 Hall StOne of my fave gems of Bondi; a book lovers delight. Floor to ceiling shelves groan with books to buy; both new and second hand on offer. Slip into one of the coveted red velvet chairs and get yourself a pot of chai. Very unique experience. Great muffins too!
Good vibe and amazing Mexican food and cocktails. Don't miss Taco Tuesdays; all you eat Tacos for $25.
81 locals recommend
Panama House
180-186 Campbell ParadeGood vibe and amazing Mexican food and cocktails. Don't miss Taco Tuesdays; all you eat Tacos for $25.
A Spanish butchery meets classic American burger joint. Best burger in Bondi! Great to walk in off the beach for a casual meal. Gets very busy so go early.
86 locals recommend
Macelleria
180 Campbell ParadeA Spanish butchery meets classic American burger joint. Best burger in Bondi! Great to walk in off the beach for a casual meal. Gets very busy so go early.
Don't miss their chocolate croissants (which usually sell out by 10am).
76 locals recommend
Sonoma Cafe Bondi
178 Campbell ParadeDon't miss their chocolate croissants (which usually sell out by 10am).
Shuk is a true locals secret. It's roughly a 10 minute walk from The Bondi Bardot, in the quiet backstreets of North Bondi. The food has an Israeli ethos and is just phenomenal. Great vibe; it's one of those rare places where they don't rush you out. Parents with young kids will also love the fenced off playground area out the back, where you can eat your food while the kids are safe and entertained.
188 locals recommend
Shuk Bondi
2 Mitchell StShuk is a true locals secret. It's roughly a 10 minute walk from The Bondi Bardot, in the quiet backstreets of North Bondi. The food has an Israeli ethos and is just phenomenal. Great vibe; it's one of those rare places where they don't rush you out. Parents with young kids will also love the fenced off playground area out the back, where you can eat your food while the kids are safe and entertained.
Sometimes you can't live without a peking duck pancake. Or so I have found...Great cocktails, dumplings and people watching. A 5 min walk away.
124 locals recommend
China Diner
79 Hall StSometimes you can't live without a peking duck pancake. Or so I have found...Great cocktails, dumplings and people watching. A 5 min walk away.
Raw Bar
136 Warners Avebills
79 Hall St
Gelato Messina Bondi
61 Hall StDrinks & Nightlife
Ideal for people watching the beautiful crowd whilst sipping an Aperol spritz.
1453 locals recommend
Bondi Beach
Ideal for people watching the beautiful crowd whilst sipping an Aperol spritz.
The locals pub hang; multi-level and very popular for a laid back beer. Saturday nights usually have hip hop upstairs and live music.
291 locals recommend
Beach Road Hotel
71 Beach RdThe locals pub hang; multi-level and very popular for a laid back beer. Saturday nights usually have hip hop upstairs and live music.
Enjoy a sundowner and fresh prawns overlooking Bondi beach. From stilettos to thongs (flip flops!), anything goes here.
437 locals recommend
The Bucket List
1 Queen Elizabeth DrEnjoy a sundowner and fresh prawns overlooking Bondi beach. From stilettos to thongs (flip flops!), anything goes here.
Icebergs Dining Room and Bar
1 Notts AveSightseeing
Swim laps and de-stress in the sauna for $7 entry. Or tell the front desk you are having coffee overlooking the pool at The Crabbe Hole. Owner Andy is famous for his chewy chocolate cookies, melts and coffee.
63 locals recommend
Bondi Icebergs Club
1 Notts AveSwim laps and de-stress in the sauna for $7 entry. Or tell the front desk you are having coffee overlooking the pool at The Crabbe Hole. Owner Andy is famous for his chewy chocolate cookies, melts and coffee.
Art Gallery of New South Wales
Art Gallery RoadParks & Nature
Get fit whilst taking in sublime coastal views. Stop for coffee or food at Tama's cafe on the beach or make it to one of Bronte's beachside cafes for a fresh juice or fish and chips before heading back.
769 locals recommend
Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk
1 Notts AveGet fit whilst taking in sublime coastal views. Stop for coffee or food at Tama's cafe on the beach or make it to one of Bronte's beachside cafes for a fresh juice or fish and chips before heading back.
Absolutely stunning park with giant trees, lakes and fields of grass to wander through. The perfect picnic spot for lovers or big groups. Big cycling and walking track too.
1102 locals recommend
Centennial Park
15 Locked BagAbsolutely stunning park with giant trees, lakes and fields of grass to wander through. The perfect picnic spot for lovers or big groups. Big cycling and walking track too.
Shopping
Tuchuzy cherry pick cool designer finds from vintage rock tees to Alexander Wang heels, slip dresses or Helmet Lang Blazers, Missoni towelling or the latest in eyewear; you can't go wrong here. Frequent sales too.
59 locals recommend
Tuchuzy
178 Campbell ParadeTuchuzy cherry pick cool designer finds from vintage rock tees to Alexander Wang heels, slip dresses or Helmet Lang Blazers, Missoni towelling or the latest in eyewear; you can't go wrong here. Frequent sales too.
Another NYC cult fave hits Bondi. If your friend is male, an art director, DJ or indie filmmaker, you'll probably find him here, sipping coffee with the cool kids.
14 locals recommend
Saturdays NYC
180-186 Campbell ParadeAnother NYC cult fave hits Bondi. If your friend is male, an art director, DJ or indie filmmaker, you'll probably find him here, sipping coffee with the cool kids.
Essentials
Sleek Bondi inhabitants like to find their Kombucha, chia seeds and kale in one easy location. This grocery store is 2 mins away from The Bondi Bardot in case you feel like cooking at home.
224 locals recommend
Woolworths Bondi Beach (Metro)
184 Campbell ParadeSleek Bondi inhabitants like to find their Kombucha, chia seeds and kale in one easy location. This grocery store is 2 mins away from The Bondi Bardot in case you feel like cooking at home.
Fresh produce and cleverly edited groceries from across the globe; it's upmarket but oh so good. Harris Farm's cheese selection got a tick of approval from a French friend, so that's saying something!
382 locals recommend
Harris Farm Markets Bondi Beach
61 Hall StFresh produce and cleverly edited groceries from across the globe; it's upmarket but oh so good. Harris Farm's cheese selection got a tick of approval from a French friend, so that's saying something!
Sunscreen, medicine, La Roche Posey Skincare, toothpaste, vitamins etc - all on offer at excellent prices. Open late too.
13 locals recommend
Chemist Warehouse Bondi Beach Pharmacy
164 to 172 Campbell ParadeSunscreen, medicine, La Roche Posey Skincare, toothpaste, vitamins etc - all on offer at excellent prices. Open late too.
Entertainment & Activities
Niche cinematic experience with homemade choc tops and wine by the glass.
139 locals recommend
Palace Verona
17 Oxford StNiche cinematic experience with homemade choc tops and wine by the glass.