The unassuming Something 4 Jess has quietly become my favourite cafe in Chippendale. In all honesty, I had to take a break because I was becoming one of those customers who was there a little too early a little often. The lovely staff make it hard to stay away. I've been meaning to write up a review for weeks, but struggled to choose what to write about. The menu is seasonal and changes weekly, some samples include finely cut wagyu, crusted in dukkah and served on sourdough, honey-glazed bacon with fresh avocado, and mushrooms with ricotta. Almost everything comes served with sprinklings of sprouts and greens grown on the windowsill. The menu is small but there's almost always something for everyone; however, those looking for your classic big breakfast should come prepared to settle for something a little different. The quality of coffee is not entirely consistent, but the molasses-infused sugar makes up for it. I could eat a jar of it by itself. There's also a range of sandwiches on offer. A friend recently brought home lamb-shoulder on sourdough that had me drooling. I need to be strong, three visits in one day is just too much. read more

Something 4 Jess Espresso Boutique - So purdy - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chippendale, NSW

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I don't know who Jess is but if I had to guess she'd be some kind of minor indie princess, she'd probably have a nose ring and a heart of gold, she'd wear bare feet and have sun-tousled hair and holes in her jeans and a smile that could thaw out the Cold War. And if I was going to personify this cafe, that's how it'd go. It's small and charmingly ramshackle and chilled out and social all at the same time, it's basically how I want my living room to be. The coffee is fantastic, as are the views across the new Central Park development, and weirdly the noise of the construction across the road doesn't seem to come inside. The small menu is on the spendier side, but it looked creative & wholesome. Bring a book or a notepad to write deep thoughts in. read more

Something 4 Jess Espresso Boutique - Cuuuuute. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chippendale, NSW

This has been our local weekend brunch spot for YEARS and I wouldn't have it any other way. S4J has always focused on the quality of their food and drinks. The coffee - espresso, cold drip or pour over - is always fresh and sweet even without sugar. Ingredients for the weekly menus are all locally sourced with the producers listed on the wall. My favorite thing about the place, by far, is their ability to combine amazing ingredients into really interesting, delicious and filling mains. Staff is friendly and the environment is chill. Gets busy on the weekends. read more

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So I've heard a lot about this place, and the talk is deserving of this place. Now it is not the best coffee you will ever have, hence I would have given this place 5 stars. But the coffee is really good. I've had a few cups here and it is quite consistent. The food here is also awesome. They have a menu, but also the have specials that change every day. The staff generally suggest that choose from the special menu - and trust me listen to them. It is completely worth it. On the same line, the staff here are extremely friendly and will help you make the right choice. The cafe itself is small so if you come during the peak cafe hours you might not get a seat. But if you come outside those times it is empty and you'll be able to grab a seat. read more

Something 4 Jess Espresso Boutique - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chippendale, NSW

This little cafe is right next to a busy street and yet the rustic wood interior insulates it from the hustle and bustle outside. We were very happy with the attentive and friendly staff who greeted us as we walked into a packed cafe. The service in this place is really good. This place seem to be the go-to brunch destination for folks around here. They've got a seasonal menu that changes often (I was told). We tried the awesome smoked trout burger with avocado and beetroot. The bread was nicely toasted (crunchy but not hard) but we wish it was brought to us sooner cuz it got cold when we had it - more to do with the cold weather than anything. The food was good but a little too pricey for the portion. The chai latte was made with loose leave and brewed in honey infused milk. That was good enough to fill us and we didn't even need to have dessert. I'd caution against the coffee though. We went there as a group of 12 and were uniformly disappointed with the coffee. Maybe it was the beans they used that day. It was slightly burnt and left a bitter aftertaste. I hope they improve on the coffee quality because everything else is so good. I would come back again, but might stick to the chai latte next time. read more

Something 4 Jess Espresso Boutique - Brekkie time! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chippendale, NSW

This coffee shop is just steps away from my place so it made sense stopping there and making a ittle coffee tasting. My bf got himself a cup of flat white and I got ice latte with ice cream ( that was offered to me by the barista). I loved my cup of icy deliciousness that smoothly touched my lips with semimelted vanilla icecream and rewarded me with a hint of coffee aftertaste. The flat white was on a milky side with slightly too weak of a coffee flavour so we will probably go for something ice creamy next time we visit. read more

Something 4 Jess Espresso Boutique - Front entrance and a cup of ice latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chippendale, NSW

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So very average. It's small....cozy you could say. Noisy and cramped would be my word choice. Staff are pretty friendly but you do get that 'hurry up and eat and get out quick' vibe. There was only 3 things on the breakfast menu. All 3 set you back the best part of $20. I chose the coconut hot cakes despite there being ice cream noted. Actual ice cream. For breakfast. It's basically dessert. It was fine. The portion size was average. Flavour was average. Presentation was attractive I guess. The coffee was bitter. This is the second bitter coffee I've had in Sydney. I'm really not a Melbourne coffee snob. I'm pretty non-discerning I confess. But it was definitely bitter. Lucky I was having a plate of sugar for breakfast to balance the flavours. So yeah. I wouldn't rate it. Sorry Sydney. You can surely do better than this. read more

Something 4 Jess Espresso Boutique - How very Nanna-ish of you with that vibtage china - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chippendale, NSW

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Unpretentious hole-in-the-wall cafe, offering up amazing food and amazing coffee, all with friendly service. The boutique menu changes every week, with wholesome, flavoursome food and a menu that's not too big- but big enough to appease any craving or appetite. Some items on the menu are a little expensive, however the quality of the food would actually be appropriately more expensive. I will definitely be coming back here. read more

I really like this little cafe. OK it is tiny and you might practically end up sitting in a stranger's lap, but the food is just so good. They are really into local seasonal produce and using the best of what's available to create interesting healthy food. It's kind of like a hipster version of the Masterchef mystery bag. The staff are also really friendly and they do excellent coffee. Food 4 Coffee 4 Service 4.5 Ambience 3.5 Location 3.5 Noise 3.5 read more

This place was recommended to me so I had high hopes. The food here was delicious and reasonably priced. It's great for breakfast or brunch. The chai was okay. My only minor critisism of the food is that I ordered one of the special paninis and it wasn't really a panini - it was more of a sandwich servied more on a roll. It was still good, but I got something different than I was expecting, based on the menu description (I was expecting a toasted sandwich). There isn't a lot of seating room, so be prepared to share a table with someone else. The service is a little on the slow side on the weekend, but they are friendly and there is a nice atmosphere. I'd certainly go back again. read more

In a sea of modern cafe's that have complicated fit outs of stainless steel and timber it is refreshing to be in a place that feels like being at my grandma's house. Not in the I'll chase you with a wooden spoon type of feeling but the faint wafts of cinnamon and general warmth coming from the kitchen. I've visited for years and love the continued focus on sourcing great ingredients and show casing the flavours. Great coffee but I come for the wonderful food. Not over complicated but stunningly presented with thought and care. read more

An awesome, cute and surprisingly cheap little coffee house. As a visitor staying in a friend's room in Chippendale this is exactly what I wanted to find amongst the little streets, galleries and terrace houses. Charming and attractive staff ;) in a wood-filled, warm atmosphere just off the footpath. The Wagyu on Turkish and mushroom and avo on Turkish was everything you want. ...a little too flavoursome dukka on the wagyu perhaps, but I think that's more my tastes than anyone else's. Highly recommended. read more

A small, cozy and visionary local cafe, this place has creative and seasonal cuisine. You pay a bit more than your average cafe, but what you get is a beautifully plated, interesting meld of flavors. Great for brekky/brunch/lunch. Bring cash! read more

Something 4 Jess Espresso Boutique - poached eggs with fall veggies on toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chippendale, NSW

My favourite cafe in Sydney. Always creatively utilizing the best produce. A small but carefully constructed menu - changes weekly. Very vegetarian friendly and they make a great coffee. Comfortable place for a quick breakfast for one or a nice sit-down with a friend or two. More like this in Sydney please! read more

Wandered around Sydney for a while before stumbling on this place. Small, hipster but was a very tasty breakfast. Juice was good too.

This is always my first choice when having brunch with friends. The coffee is always above expectations and the welcoming staff and lovely vibe make you want to hang around for longer then you probably should! I'm surrounded by cafes and lunch spots living in the centre of Chippendale but this is always my go to spot. read more

Came in for breakfast and absolutely enjoyed their poached eggs and truffle oil on toast but what really amazed my wife and I were the special coconut-buttermilk hotcakes. My wife feels they were the best hotcakes she's ever had and I might have to agree. They were heartily thick and not artificially fluffy and the nuttella-espresso maple ricotta cheese and vanilla bean "serendipity" ice cream topping probably had something to do with how much we enjoyed them. We initially passed on this place because of the corny name but our first choice was closed and we're glad that luck led us here. read more

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On my street so very local! Locally sourced produce. My breakfast bruschetta was the gold star toast, great melange of par cooked vege, salad, poached eggs, roasted vege, sour cream, was delicious! The coffee strong and great quality! read more

The food is super fresh and extremely yummieh!! Best brunch I had in Sydney so far! The focus is clearly on good food and great value ingredients, so don't be distracted by the place or how it's furnished. I really loved it! read more

Great coffee and a fantastic menu of fresh local produce in a quaint communal rustic atmosphere

I love this place, I just feel happy whenever I go to it. The staff are really nice. Food is good and creative it changes every now and then. A little bit pricey and the coffee is okay. read more