The Depot

The Depot is a Bondi Beach cafe with an in-house bakery, on Warners Avenue, and it's the sort of place where breakfast turns into a long, easy morning. The kitchen runs all-day breakfast and lunch, and there's a dinner service midweek, so it works whether you want a coffee and something from the oven or a proper sit-down meal. You can dine in or take away, and there's outdoor seating, high chairs and a wheelchair-accessible entrance, which makes it an easy pick for families.

People who've been talk about the food first. Pancakes, avocado toast, the almond croissant, the halloumi stack and the caveman eggs come up often, and one visitor on a Sydney trip called the caveman eggs and pancakes the best breakfast of their stay, noting both suited a coeliac diet. The burrata chilli scramble gets plenty of love for its mix of soft, spicy and crunchy, and we've heard the quesadilla is a serious portion, so come hungry. There are vegetarian and vegan options too, and the fresh juices and coffee get a nod alongside the plates. Things are fresh from the oven and portions are generous, so locals reckon it's good value for a beachside spot.

The welcome is what keeps people returning. Staff are described as friendly and quick, and one local mentioned a waitress who ran out into the rain to return a forgotten drink bottle. The owner is known for stopping for a chat with customers.

Being honest, it gets busy, especially on weekends, so expect a short wait for a table. One diner found the breakfast burger a touch oily and the ham and cheese croissant on the small side, and the tables suit groups of up to about three better than a big party. Most people leave happy, though, and plenty talk about heading back.

Hours differ through the week and the evening service only runs on some days, so it's worth checking before you head in.