Jesse's Cafe
443-445 Old South Head Rd, Rose Bay, New South Wales, 2029
“Artisan bread, delicious pastries, baked fresh everyday”
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Why Choose Jesse's Cafe?
Jesse's is a stalwart Rose Bay bakery known for hand-made sourdough, bagels, challah in multiple varieties (including gluten-free), croissants and donuts made fresh daily. The kitchen supplies supermarkets across Sydney, but locals come for the sit-down experience, the bread and pastry cabinet, and a strong sense of community that keeps regulars coming back.
About Jesse's Cafe
Jesse's Cafe is a bakery and cafe in Rose Bay, New South Wales, working in the artisan style: hand-made sourdough, bagels, challah, croissants, donuts and cakes, baked fresh each day with traditional methods and seasonal ingredients. The same kitchen supplies supermarkets around Sydney and further afield, though most locals know it as the place to sit down or grab something on the way past.
The bread and pastry cabinet is a big part of the appeal. Challah comes in plenty of varieties, including gluten-free, vegan and single-portion loaves, and people mention the almond croissant and the bagels in particular. The donuts are dense and chewy, so they suit anyone who likes something with a bit of bite, and one local suggested they're worth the jaw workout. Custom cake orders are on offer too, so it's a handy stop if you're planning a celebration.
As a cafe, Jesse's runs a full breakfast and lunch menu with coffee, brunch, dessert and dine-in or takeaway, plus vegetarian and vegan options and catering. There's indoor and outdoor seating, high chairs, and a family-friendly feel, which suits a weekend morning with kids. One local rated the fish burger the best they'd had.
Opinions here are a little mixed, and we'd rather be upfront about it. Plenty of people talk up the welcoming staff, the welcoming atmosphere and the quick service when dining in, while a few have found the counter service cool and a couple felt prices ran high for what they got. Parking nearby is tight, so allow a little extra time.
The cafe is closed on some days and keeps different hours across the week, so check the hours before you head over.
Location
What Customers Say on Google
“Gorgeous little bakery with wonderful service! I love visiting here for a little treat, coffee and relax! Thank you to the lovely staff for always being so welcoming and brightening up my day!”
“Their almond 🥐 croissant... I'm getting hungry if i explain more.”
“Jessie's has spectacular breads, pastries, and sandwiches. All delicious and kosher.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Jesse's Cafe
Jesse's Cafe is an artisan bakery and cafe known for hand-made sourdough, challah, bagels, croissants and donuts baked fresh daily. The challah comes in several varieties including gluten-free and vegan options, and the almond croissant and bagels get regular mentions. It also serves coffee, breakfast, brunch and lunch for dine-in or takeaway.
Yes, Jesse's Cafe takes custom cake orders and offers gluten-free options alongside vegetarian and vegan choices. The bakery is also known for kosher baked goods, including its range of challah. It's worth calling ahead for custom cake requests to confirm what's possible for your occasion.
Jesse's Cafe offers seating both indoors and outdoors, and is set up to be good for kids with high chairs available. Locals describe a community feel, with regulars noting the staff remember their usual orders. It suits a sit-down coffee and pastry or a quick takeaway on the way past.
Beyond its artisan bread and pastry cabinet, Jesse's Cafe serves coffee, breakfast, brunch, lunch and dessert, plus catering for larger needs. Its baked goods include sourdough, bagels, challah and croissants, baked fresh each day. For current prices on cakes, bread or catering, it's best to ask the bakery directly.
Jesse's Cafe is highly rated overall, with a large body of Google reviews. Many people praise the welcoming staff, the sense of community and standout items like the almond croissant, challah and doughnuts. Service experiences can vary from visit to visit, so it pays to check the hours before heading in, especially at busy times.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +61 480 211 910
- Address
- 443-445 Old South Head Rd, Rose Bay, New South Wales, 2029
How Jesse's Cafe Compares
in Rose Bay
More reviews than 80% of bakeries in Rose Bay
Custom Cakes: 1 of 3 in Rose Bay
Opening Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 6:30am-9pm
- Wednesday
- 6:30am-9pm
- Thursday
- 6:30am-9pm
- Friday
- 6:30am-3:30pm
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 6:30am-9pm
Business Details
- Service Options
- Takeaway, Dine-in
- Payment Methods
- Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments
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