Freshly prepared dishes at John Montagu

A culinary escape of ideas

Perfect for Summer Lunch menu.

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ABOUT US

About Our Restaurant

John Montagu has become one of Sydney's favourite neighbourhood cafés. Known for exceptional coffee, fresh ingredients, generous portions, and warm hospitality, our café welcomes locals, office workers, tourists, and families every day.
From signature beef cheek sandwiches and vibrant salads to artisan pastries and wholesome breakfasts, every item on our menu reflects our passion for quality and flavour.

GOOD FOOD

Breakfast

Warm plates, fresh ingredients and flavours made for your day. 

 

FOR YOUR DAY

LIFESTYLE

Coffee before work, lunch with friends, or something sweet after dinner.

Dinner menu

Our New Offers

From familiar favourites to dishes with a little something different, discover what's waiting on the menu tonight.

Big breakfast

$30.00
A hearty breakfast with eggs, hash brown, beans, bacon, chorizo and mushrooms.

Buttermilk pancakes

$25.00
Fluffy buttermilk pancakes served with seasonal fruit and maple syrup.

Chilli scramble eggs with chorizo

$22.00
Soft scrambled eggs with crispy chilli oil, parmesan and chorizo.

Egg benedict

$25.00
Classic eggs Benedict with bacon, spinach and hollandaise.

Loaded omelette

$22.00
Loaded omelette with bacon, mushrooms, tomatoes and parmesan.

Sauteed field mushroom

$24.00
Saut?ed field mushrooms with rocket, aioli and truffled parmesan.

Smashed avo

$22.00
Smashed avocado with tomatoes, feta, radish and poached eggs.

Only for you

Our Chef Meals

Some dishes simply deserve a little more attention. These are the plates we love serving and the ones our regulars keep coming back for.

The Space

The Room

A Space Worth Sitting In

Low light, worn wood, and just enough noise to feel alive but never loud. We built the room the way we cook — slowly, and with care for what lasts.

Warm dining room with wood tables and low lighting Bar seating with hanging pendant lights Private dining nook with candlelight Restaurant entrance at dusk

Seating

64 Seats, No Two Tables Alike

A mix of communal oak tables, low booths, and a six-seat counter facing the kitchen.

Hours

Open Tuesday Through Sunday

Dinner service runs 5:30 to 11pm. Last reservation seated at 10.

Private Room

The Back Room, For Groups Of 8–20

A closed-door space with its own entrance, for the dinners you don't want interrupted.

Fresh Lunches Made Daily

Enjoy a selection of gourmet sandwiches, fresh salads, nourishing bowls, and chef-inspired specials prepared daily with premium ingredients. From our Signature Beef Cheek Sandwich to healthy salmon bowls and vibrant salads, every dish is crafted to deliver fresh flavours and quality in every bite.

Exceptional Coffee, Every Day

Great coffee is at the heart of John Montagu. Our skilled baristas serve expertly crafted flat whites, cappuccinos, lattes, iced coffees, and more, alongside fresh juices, smoothies, matcha drinks, and specialty teas—perfectly complementing every meal.

Testimonials

From our Visitors