This intimate little cafe never fails to delight me. As a Yank on his fourth visit to Oz, I feel very fortunate to have discovered this very "non-touristy" spot. Breakfast here simply should not be missed. Their eclectic menu features something for every taste, lots of healthy options but also delicious choices for carnivores like myself. And their coffees? Best I've had in Sydney. read more

Joe Black - Restaurants Near Me - Surry Hills, NSW

I had the fresh OJ and spinach fêta omelette there this morning - because i am super congested I couldn't fully make out the OJ's palate being off - which I suspected it was rancid- now I have the worst stomach pain ever!! Wouldn't give this spot the 4.7 it has read more

Great sized portions at low cost. Very friendly staff! Super casual cafe. I highly recommend the ham and cheese croissant.

Really great drinks! Loved the cofffee they had and was quite smooth. My favorite was the magic. read more

Joe Black - Restaurants Near Me - Surry Hills, NSW

Incredible coffee, and the staff is incredibly knowledgeable about different roasts of coffee. It was an awesome experience.!

Food and coffee was great. Owner is personable and helpful. Nice clean cafe. I would go back again.

Excellent breakfast, friendly service and coffee! Relaxed atmosphere! Clean and the eggs Benedict was perfectly done!!! read more

Joe Black - Mocha times!! - Restaurants Near Me - Surry Hills, NSW

Huge portions for brekkie at a good price. +Highly recommend the vegetarian omelette -- hearty portions of with mushrooms and spinach. Also comes with two pieces of toast and butter. +Ordered the vegetarian eggs benedict which is reminiscent of the ones I get in the states. Finally found a brekkie / brunch spot in Sydney that has real English muffins with their eggs Benedict. + Fast and friendly service. read more

Joe Black - Vegetarian omelette - Restaurants Near Me - Surry Hills, NSW

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You could be mistaken for thinking you need a rockin' handle bar mustache to be remotely cool enough to step foot inside this side-street café hole in the wall. As we walked down the street I didn't believe my friend that there was a "funky" (as he put it) café ahead. Surprise,surprise. Less than 50m later we walk into Joe Black - the ultimate hipster hideaway. Tucked neatly away from the hustle and bustle of Sydney CBD we grabbed a quick take away coffee which was pitch perfect, robust and hit the spot after a day of wandering the streets of ol' Sydney town. I did manage to sneak a peek at a few meals as they were being transported to hungry hipsters around us and they all looked mouth-watering delicious. Joe Black, for me, is that diamond in the rough you find and don't want to tell your friends about for fear the spot packs out with fellow caffeine fiends. I'm too nice however and am dutifully sharing this on-trend haunt with you all. read more

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Okay, you can find some great places through other people's recommendations on Yelp, however if you simply go by what Yelp recommends (and it does recommend places based on people's experience) then you end up missing out on places that you may really like but never discover simply because nobody on Yelp has yet to go there (which I why I prefer to write recommendations than to simply blindly follow other peoples - not that I have had any bad recommendations as yet). Anyway, this is a little cafe hidden in the back streets of Surry Hills and the atmosphere is really cool. They had mural on the wall as well as numerous items scattered about, including what looks like a chemistry set for brewing coffee. Wanting a place for breakfast I ended up picking this place, and I must say that it wasn't bad at all. Okay, I've had better breakfasts, but the atmosphere was great. read more

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Mmmm delicious coffees and a cute cafe to compliment it. The menu isn't super innovative or very big... but that being said, the food is good and service is friendly. They have similar seating to BangBang Cafe. A few 2-4 tops, and then a larger table in the front where a group or groups can use. I think they have a table or two outside as well. It's still sorta new-ish I suppose and less popular than some of the other local spots which I don't mind. Great option to have. read more

I had heard a lot about this cafe from friends, but had never been able to find it. While that is mostly as I had not spent much effort seeking it out, it still was a little off my usual beaten path. Having been led by the hand to this local the other day, I had no more excuses and so gave it a go. The first thing that I noticed was that this cafe falls into the category of those trying to push what coffee types are available. It has the cold drip, the syphons, and of course, that espresso machines. Naturally I went straight for my usual mac, and was happy to see that, while there was a bit more milk than I prefer, the crema was a nice golden colour with no hint of bitterness. Yet another cafe using 5 senses coffee that really knows how to use it. I can now see why my friends were such a fan of this cafe. Worth checking out. Cafe Summary ------------------------ Passion for Coffee - 9/10 Coffee beans - 5 Senses Crema (1=burnt, 10=velvet) - 8/10 Special coffees avail? - Syphon, Cold Drip read more

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On the coffee alone at this place I would probably have given a two star review (Meh, I've experienced better), however I'm going to up this to 3 stars based on the friendly service and ambience. I arrived for a coffee here at about 1:30pm during the early days of January. I guess they were closing early today (reasonable, given most businesses in the area are closed at the moment), so we were restricted on where we could sit. I ordered a double macchiato, and after going through the reviews on Yelp my expectations were high. I'm not sure if it was just a bad day or if it was a case of closing time apathy, but I was quite disappointed. Too much milk in the coffee, and froth layered on top of the coffee so that the crema did not come through. The serving staff did seem quite friendly, joking with the other customers (regulars, I gather), and the cafe itself would be a great place to grab a quite coffee during the work day if you were in the area. Despite the coffee I will probably go back and give them another try when I am in the area (I'll update this review after my next visit) - my gut says that they probably can do better :) read more

Joe Black - Restaurants Near Me - Surry Hills, NSW

Ladies & gentlemen meet Joe Black. Possibly one of the finest new cafes in Surry Hills. I had a coffee meeting here a couple of days ago and I cannot wait to go back. This place is all about the gadgets from the funky vintage scales and other rustic objects which decorate the shelves and ledges around the cafe to the amazing contraptions that make the coffee and tea. It's all about the siphon coffee - a fascinating process of brewing - and the funky tea brewers, which brew the tea without letting stew like your favourite teapot would. I didn't try either of these fancy things and regretted it! They come served in funky big glasses - it all looks extremely cool. I opted for my trusty favourite coffee and wasn't disappointed it was very good. The service was exceptional and the staff were friendly, funny and more than happy to oblige us with answers. This place is good, I can't wait to go back and try the food, which by all accounts is super tasty. read more

Joe Black - Restaurants Near Me - Surry Hills, NSW

Love this place. Coffee is strong and flavorful. The avocado toast is heaven. I have tried a lot of breakfast places around the area but I keep coming back to Joe Black when I don't want to be adventurous. read more

Yikes - twins ! Coffee is really good. Really good. The fellas are cool but they are also friendly - chat about golf, work, ...maybe coffee. When they know you are coming back you get a smile or two and can share a smirk when a Winklevice says something dumb to a regular. You may get invited to use a special handshake, a bit like the Society of Oddfellows. Shooting a small bird is involved but I can't say more. The legendary Peter Norman has pride of place on the wall too. Never tried the syphon or coffee in an ice glass but I will soon if only to see if it needs a bloke in a white coat and horn rimmed glasses to make it. Nowadays everyone around knows that Joe Blacks coffee comes in a cup with a moustache so it has to be snuck past other cafes to get back to work. Single origins per the blackboard, there is obvious passion here for coffee. Post Script - had the cold drip, Ethiopian single origin. Yep - fantastic, Syphon next. Bumped JBs to 5* - had to, they are bigger than me and there's two of them, besides I go there pretty much every day - I'd look an idiot if I kept going to a four star joint ! read more

33$ for saggy poached eggs and avo toast with huge unnecessary slices of tomato... I had so much better toasts before with fluffy beautiful poached eggs before for no more than 30$. Just a waste of money read more

Sydney coffee at its best. We visited Joe Black this weekend and found a very friendly bunch of guys behind the counter, and a really relaxed atmosphere that made us want to come back. Coffee is their speciality, so while they have some food, its all about the beans, the way its ground and the way its brewed. Three ways in fact, chilled extraction, what looks like a Japanese hot extraction and the every day espresso. A pleasure to visit. read more

Joe Black - Three ways to extract coffee. - Restaurants Near Me - Surry Hills, NSW

Awesome little cafe in surry. When you walk in you get an instant feeling that they know what they are doing with the coffee. In fact any cafe with syphons is pretty much putting a sign up to say "we know our $&@/" The service is ok and the food is what a decent cafe should have. Worth visiting more than once. read more

Nice little cafe. You could almost miss it while passing by. We stopped in for breakfast while on a holiday. I ordered a pour over and muesli with yogurt; my wife ordered toast with minced beef and poached eggs. The food and coffee were delicious. The owner even stopped by to say hi. read more

There is not to say about Joe Black's which hasn't already been said. The place looks great, buzzes like a bubble bee and the coffee and food are great. read more

We just had a wonderful early breakfast here on our second day in Sydney, and we came away with the solid impression that they take great care in what they serve. We ordered two Stormin Normans, a matcha latte, and a mazza coffee (which was actually my first cup of coffee in 8 months!). Both drinks and the food exceeded any expectations we had walked in with. The prices were also very reasonable; it's a rare treat to find a breakfast place where flavor, service, and a pleasant atmosphere that doesn't cost an arm and a leg. Before I forget, I would also like to thank the owner/manager for walking us through the coffee selection. He was a true coffee connoisseur, zero pretense and plenty of patience. The menu was missing their cream options, and being lactose intolerant makes me hyper-vigilant of such things. So just keep an eye out for that. Overall an outstanding experience! Visited on 2/26/17 read more

Joe Black is an intercity café with a cozy, friendly atmosphere and a healthy sense of humour. They recently expanded into an adjoining space offering much-needed additional seating. I've been going there regularly since they opened in late 2011, and they have yet to screw up an order. They're open on Saturdays, but closed on Sundays. This is a shame as their breakfast are exceptional and I only have time for breakfast on weekends. I highly suggest the bacon and egg roll and the Stormin' Norman. When I don't have time to stop I like to pick up one of their fresh homemade muffins, the chocolate and pear being my personal favorite. It can get busy during peak hours, but that is just a testament to the quality. Highly recommended. read more

Super hipster? Really? hmm There some moustached cups, some tattooed waitresses and a faux-evolution-of-coffee mural. Perhaps it was just because it was packed with business types that it didn't sell it to me? Or perhaps because I'm a Chippendale boy and I'm used to hipster-as-norm. Anyways, their breakfast menu was super uninspired, which would be fine if the flavour wasn't so boring. How do you make a bacon and egg muffin boring? I don't know. Maybe they should ask McDonalds for some tips? OH BURRRN I won't be back. (Well I might if I want a cafe in that area - you're hardly spoiled for choice) read more

Joe Black is a breath of fresh air. No matter if you are into coffee or just want a good coffee - this is the place. read more

Best coffee is in the area. Had their soup of the day which was bacon leek and potato. Yums! read more

After searching endlessly for a coffee competitive to Melbourne's finest, I came across Joe Black. Always greeted with a warm smile, take a seat and order a Magic. Then order the Stormin Norman, a bruschetta inspired breakfast that will not disappoint. If I worked or lived nearby I would be a regular...I'm even thinking of making the trek every morning anyway! read more

Joe Black - Magic - Restaurants Near Me - Surry Hills, NSW

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Awesome place to grab a quick cup of coffee. Their cups with the moustaches are so cute! read more

Joe Black - Restaurants Near Me - Surry Hills, NSW

I guess the only suggestion I'd like to make is, write customer name coffee rather than what customer ordered. Easier to pick the coffee especially during rush morning hour. read more

Joe Black - Restaurants Near Me - Surry Hills, NSW

Solid breakfast on a nice quiet street. The Swiss muesli was great, served with a refreshing berry compote and yogurt. The eggs were prepared well. My only gripe was the coffee was a bit bitter. Otherwise, the food and atmosphere were most enjoyable. read more

Joe Black - Restaurants Near Me - Surry Hills, NSW

Fantastic service. Absolutely perfect coffee. This place is the place to go for good coffee and staff who meet you with a smiley face. Also make decorations on their cappuccinos. read more

Joe Black - A swan on my cappuccino! - Restaurants Near Me - Surry Hills, NSW

Great coffee in a convenient location. Interesting styling revolving around a Deus Ex style theme. Only downside is that the cashier's attitude and customer service was about as enjoyable as his face - an experience which is akin to watching a dog get hit by a car. read more

Loved this spot. Eggs Benedict was great. Awesome Seinfeld quotes on the wall. 5 stars for sure. The owner and staff were very nice.

I'm not so much of a coffee fan to begin with. I can barely tell the difference between Starbucks and chocolate milk. I ordered the magic and it had a cool leaf design so I guess that's cool. All coffee tastes the same for me but I ate the bacon and egg sammy and that was good. The eggs were yolky not hard boiled and there was hella bacon. The beats and the decor made a nice chill spot to get your caffeine fix. read more

Ok this place is gimmicky. They even have mustaches on their cups. I hate anything gimmicky, so I was hating it from the get-go. But then I tried the coffee! That was a great cup of coffee. And the staff were awesome. To to top it off the sandwich was great. If stopping by if you want a good cup of coffee. read more

Great little cafe! Visited Joe Black's whilst on holidays in Sydney & it reminded me of a Melbourne cafe. Nice coffee & the sandwiches are lovely. read more

I went there this freezing Sunday morning and my friend had her dog with her- the lovely waitress was so accommodating in bringing a second table and chairs outside for us, and took the time to make friends with the dog as well! We were also waiting on a late running friend who we'd ordered for but was still on the way when the food came, so they kindly kept his food warm in the kitchen until he arrived. In other words, what an absolutely lovely waitress! Customer service is great. Food was delicious, and they even had a roasted dandelion latte which was a really nice alternative when I didn't want any caffeine or the usual herbal teas. Would definitely recommend! read more

The quality of the food was reasonably priced. Everything was great. The owners were friendly and kind. We are there five days in a row and it was always good. read more

Very, very good flat white. Wonderful service and tasty food. Small, cute cafe with vintage feel. Love the menu and the flavors. Will definitely be back! read more

I think coffee is one of the great pleasures in life, so whenever I travel I am always on the lookout for somewhere I can get my coffee fix for the day. And I didn't even have to go looking for this place, as it is just next door to my usual Sydney hotel! It's kind of tucked away down a narrow street, but is always busy when I walk past around brunch/lunch, so I usually try to go when it is quiet and I can get a table. On my most recent trip to Sydney, I was dismayed to see that JB was closed for renovations for the weekend, but it re-opened on the day that I flew out, so I made sure to go before I left. It looked as if they gutted the cafe and refit it to look exactly the same as before the renovation, as I couldn't see much difference. But anyway. The coffee was great as usual. The coffee is always good, the service is always friendly, and I can't stop looking at the evolution of man painting on the wall. I like this place very much. read more